Question: Why do certain grocery stores have “You break, you buy” signs posted in regards to bananas, whereas other grocery stores couldn’t give two cents, whether or not you want to break the hands apart, buying 1-2 bananas out of the bunch? I’m just really curious as to why breaking is bad? What’s the mentality …Read More

The banning of shark fin soup, a Chinese delicacy, has been in the news lately. I didn’t think it was a big deal until I heard HOW the fins were obtained. According to a news story I heard, the fins are literally cut off and then the shark’s body is thrown back into the sea, …Read More

You heard it here first: Value Village is having yet another 50% off sale on all clothing, shoes, accessories, and items tagged “Bed & Bath” on Monday, June 27th! (YES, they just had one about a month ago, but for some reason, it’s happening again!) Stores will be open at 7am, so if you’re an …Read More

For the past few days, the impending – and now rotating – Canada Post strike has been in the news. And by now, most of you have already received ominous, spam-like emails stating that a strike will not exempt you from paying your bills…on-time! Darn it. So aside from being proactive, looking up your credit …Read More

Did you know that you don’t need to be a Costco member in order to access their pharmacy…with low dispensing fees? A pharmacist friend advised me of this tip and I recently confirmed this while I was at the discount warehouse. I’m paraphrasing her, but apparently pharmacists aren’t able, by law, to discriminate *who* they …Read More

As a thank you for your loyalty, American Apparel is offering its “family & friends” 30% off their purchases between June 3-6 only. Just enter CA99NYNPW55PK to take advantage of this deal! 30% off is not applicable on multipacks, gift cards, sale items, code is good for single-use, and other conditions apply. I wonder if …Read More

I’m neither from the West Coast nor a hockey fan, but last night, I came across this ironic and interesting story. Apparently, as of yesterday, 62 Boston Pizzas in BC have temporarily changed their name to “Vancouver Pizza” in honour of their home team making it to the finals. Talk about pressure! The irony is …Read More

Starting this Wednesday, June 1st, save up to 80% off on Esprit clothing/accessories and Lacoste footwear for both men and women. Sale runs ’til Sunday at 6pm. In addition, if you are a VIP member of StyleDemocracy, i.e. if you’ve registered with them, you will receive an additional 10% off on the first day of …Read More

This is just a reminder that Subway’s free breakfast is almost heeere! This Tuesday, May 31st, from 7-10am, forgo your instant oatmeal or sad piece of toast and head to your local Subway for a coffee + ham and cheese muffin melt…free! No coupon necessary, but you may want to check with the Subway near …Read More

For a limited time, with a purchase of any 2 items from lancome.ca, receive a free 5-piece gift set, valued at $57. This exclusive gift set includes Lancome’s iconic products. Simply enter code ICONS2011 at checkout!

Recently, I just finished taking advantage of 30-days free at a local gym. I received a coupon and found out that another friend of mine, who lived nearby, had the same coupon, so we signed up at the same time to be Workout Buddies. Surprisingly, there was no catch…’cept that the gym wasn’t a good …Read More

If at all possible, I avoid dining in large groups ’cause come cheque time, it’s all sorts of awkward! This is especially true when some knob suggests on splitting the bill…”evenly”. If my avoidance tactic has failed, and I can’t get out of the dinner, I usually come up with a plan of attack. Since …Read More

Save 25% off on all regular-priced and a whopping additional 50% off on already-reduced merchandise, both in-store and online at Bench.ca. Online sale started yesterday, discount will be automatically reflected at checkout. While in-store sale starts today: Friday, May 20th. Sale, both online and in-store, ends on Victoria Day Monday. ***No refunds/exchanges will be accepted …Read More

It’s not quite Summer, but get a jump start on the season with 20% off American Apparel’s swimwear line! AA offers a lot of nice basic styles in an array of colours/patterns. Sale includes women’s, men’s, and even children’s swimwear! Starting May 19th – June 1st, enter promo code SPLASH at checkout and receive 20% …Read More

May 2-4 is finally heeeere! And KSP is celebrating with a sale, starting today and even including Monday at some locations which will remain open. Great news for those of us who are having a staycation and have forgotten something for that BBQ! (Locations that will remain open on Victoria Day Monday include: Yonge & …Read More