Shake Shack Canada is expanding its presence in Alberta with the announcement of its first-ever drive-thru restaurant, expected to open this fall at 9253 Macleod Trail Southwest. The new location aims to meet the demand for on-the-go dining in Calgary and follows the successful opening of the brand's first Calgary location at CF Chinook Centre. The expansion is expected to create approximately 200 jobs for the local community.

Calgary was selected as the inaugural site for Shake Shack Canada's drive-thru concept due to the city's reliance on driving and the positive reception the brand has received since its debut. Billy Richmond, Business Director at Shake Shack Canada, emphasized that the drive-thru offers guests greater convenience year-round while maintaining the brand's hospitality standards.

The new drive-thru will uphold Shake Shack's signature cooked-to-order standards, including burgers made with 100% Alberta beef. Guests can expect the same commitment to quality and craftsmanship found in traditional Shacks. The location is designed to extend the Shack experience beyond restaurant walls.

Shake Shack Canada is a partnership formed in 2023 between Osmington Inc. and Harlo Entertainment Inc. The company currently operates seven locations across Ontario and one in Alberta, with plans to open at least 35 locations nationwide. The global Shake Shack brand has expanded to over 695 locations system-wide since its founding in 2004.

Key Details

Shake Shack Inc. has appointed retail industry veteran Christiane Pendarvis to its Board of Directors, effective July 2, to bolster its digital commerce and brand expansion strategies. Pendarvis brings over 25 years of experience driving growth across direct-to-consumer and omnichannel businesses. Her appointment is expected to strengthen the company's ability to scale operations and deepen guest connections as it continues its growth journey.

Background and Expertise

Pendarvis currently serves as Co-CEO of PATTERN Beauty by Tracee Ellis Ross, where she manages all aspects of the business. She previously held the role of Co-President at Savage X Fenty, where she significantly grew the company, expanded product categories, and added a physical retail channel. Her executive experience includes tenures at Victoria's Secret, Aerie, Old Navy, Minted, and FullBeauty Brands.

Strategic Fit

Founder and Chairman Danny Meyer highlighted Pendarvis's alignment with Shake Shack's values and strategic vision. He noted her proven track record of driving profitable growth and building iconic consumer brands as critical assets. CEO Rob Lynch emphasized her understanding of brand building, consumer connection, and intentional scaling as key factors that align with the company's long-term plans.

Board Roles and Recognition

Pendarvis currently serves on the Board of Hootsuite and previously held board positions at Hims & Hers and Savage X Fenty. She also sits on the Boards of Southern California Public Radio and the Women of Color Retail Alliance. A recognized industry leader, she received Harlem's Fashion Row's Corporate Impact Award and the NRF Foundation's People Shaping Retail's Future Award in 2025. She was named one of WWD's Most Inspirational Women Leaders in 2023 and one of its 50 Women in Power in 2022.

Pendarvis earned a bachelor's degree in economics from Harvard University and an MBA from the Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina.