Steve’s Music, a long-standing institution in the Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal music scenes, is set to close nearly all its stores, retaining only the Montreal location on rue Sainte-Catherine. The chain announced an inventory liquidation at its five locations, with Ottawa manager Dan Sauvé noting the shift to online retail due to changing market conditions. Customers expressed disappointment, emphasizing the loss to the music community and the importance of brick-and-mortar stores for musicians. Founded in 1965, Steve’s Music has played a significant role in supporting local artists.
