I've been shopping at this mall since I was a child and in the last couple years they've really outdone themselves by doing a total makeover and renovation. The whole interior is a lot more trendy and reflective of our times and the big name brands and boutiques that have settled in the Mail.
Everything is a glossy white marble, clean and sleek. Lots of natural sunlight coming from glass rooftop openings. The food court is also impressive, they've expanded the seating area by shutting down one of the stores on the side. Color combination and lighting makes this place a whole lot more appealing.
Since the building of the Dix 30 mega outdoor shopping lifestyle complex, Mail Champlain has had to renew itself to retain shoppers. The opening of the Forever 21 store was one of their best moves. They also appeal to a higher class of shoppers with big brands like BCBG and Browns shoes. Even The Bay has undergone a slight revamp - on the main floor, they've rearranged their handbag and shoe department to make way for name brands.
I used to see mostly elderly people wandering around during the week, it didn't seem like a popular hangout place for youngings but that has changed.
Mail Champlain has a bit of everything for all ages, tastes and budgets. The only thing missing might be a pharmacy, they used to have a Jean Coutu but it closed down.