Loblaws Canada recently announced in its second quarter earnings release that it plans to shut down 52 unprofitable stores over the next year.
These closures will affect all brands and banners under the Loblaws company including gas bars, Joe Fresh standalone stores and other grocery chains such as Superstore, Provigo, Zehrs, and No Frills. Loblaws also recently acquired pharmacy chain Shoppers Drugmart, which was the reason for an earlier quarter’s loss. As of now, Loblaws owns more than 2300 stores across the country.
Loblaws said the closures will cut its annual sales by roughly $300 million a year, but will result in a $35 million to $40 million improvement in its operating income. The closures are expected to cost the company about $120 million. Of this amount, a charge of $45 million was taken in the second quarter which ended June 20, including $30 million for severance and lease termination costs.
On a conference call, Galen Weston, Loblaw chairman and president, said it was a “difficult decision,” though he said Loblaws would still open new stores in better locations this year, leading to a net addition to the company’s store network.
Loblaws has only said the 52 stores closing are unprofitable, but have not divulged which locations will be closed or how many employees will be affected.
Here is the official SmartCanucks coupon match up list for the week of July the 24th to the 30th. Another great week of sales is upon us and as always there are plenty of great deals with coupons across the country, so make sure to check out our list before you head out shopping. You wouldn’t want to miss anything! If you spot a great deal that isn’t on our list, feel free to add it to the list, or just let us know!
Don’t forget to use up your General Mills free product coupons that are valid for one day only tomorrow, July the 24th. This week you can pick up new Nature Valley or Oatmeal Crisp products for free!
Carter’s OshKosh B’Gosh Canada has some great deals on clothing online today! Head over to Carter’s OshKosh and you could find deals on trendy children’s clothing starting as low as $2.99!
Carter’s OshKosh typically charges $8 flat rate shipping for all orders, but for a limited time, you can waive that fee and get free shipping with the purchase of any OshKosh B’Gosh Jeans! These OshKosh B’gosh Skinny Jeans True Rinse are inexpensive and sold for only $14. Jeans are a great wardrobe staple and these stylish jeans for boys has a hint of stretch, an adjustable waist and crisp contrast stitching.
If you’re looking for some great deals on summer clothes for babies, toddlers and kids, shop the clearance section at Carter’s OshKosh. They advertise deals for as low as $2.99, but I wasn’t able to find anything for that price. I was however, able to find inexpensive onsies like this Carter’s Heart Belongs to Mommy Bodysuit for $3.99. With ruffle straps and sugar glitter, this adorable onsie will let everyone know you’re baby is a mama’s girl.
The free shipping with the purchase of OshKosh Jeans lasts until July 29, 2015. Qualifying jeans are marked online. No code is necessary. Deals on clearance items are available while supplies last.
Starbucks Canada has some new hot offers right now! The Starbucks offers include:
Take 20% off all packages coffee, memebers exclusive!
This is an exclusive offer for Starbucks Canada’s members only. The offer is available on select Starbucks packaged coffee products which includes ground, whole bean, Starbucks VIA Instant Beverage, K–Cup packs or Verismo pods. This Starbucks Canada offer is valid from today, Thursday, July 23, 2015 until Sunday, July 26, 2015 and can be used up to 5 times. You must pay with your registered Starbucks Card/App.
Also, Starbucks Canada has a new sweet online offer for everybody that includes:
If you’ve been thinking about taking a trip to Canada’s Wonderland this summer, then you’ll love this latest deal that offers you savings on admission and meals! Buy tickets online at the Canada’s Wonderland official website and checkout using the code SUMMER2015, and you could get some great savings!
The savings aren’t significant, but if you’re paying for multiple people, the savings could add up. When I entered the code, I got the following savings:
$42.99 for Regular Single Day Admission (reg $47.99)
$37.99 each ($75.98 for both) 2 Pack Single Day Admission (Reg $47.99 each)
$56.98 Meal + Admission
$51.98 each 2 pack Meal + Admission
$33.99 Jr/Sr Single Day Admission (with free entry to Dinosaurs Alive!)
$47.98 Jr/ Sr Single Day Admission + Meal
$47.99 for 2 Day Admission (reg $57.99)
$37.99 each 4 Pack Single Day Admission
$51.98 each for 4 Pack Admission + Meal
The savings are a bit better when you buy multiple tickets at once and the meal tickets include a Marketplace Buffet Combo. Please note however, that in addition to taxes, Canada’s Wonderland charges a $5.99 processing fee when you buy the tickets online. This deal is on for a limited time only. Enter the code SUMMER2015 when checking out.
If you’re looking for a new keyboard, you’ll want to pick up this hot deal from Newegg Canada! Online at Newegg, you can save on your purchase of a Refurbished Logitech K400 Wireless Keyboard w/ Built-In Touchpad! New keyboards sell for $44.99, but Newegg is selling them online now for $19.99. You can even taken an additional $5 off the sale price with the coupon code CEMCAVNN44. This brings the price down to only $14.99!
The Logitech K400 is compact wireless keyboard that features an integrated touchpad. It’s perfect as a solid and lightweight media keyboard that you can use from the couch, or you can use it with your desktop in place of a traditional wired keyboard and mouse. This keyboard has a wireless range of up to 10m, so you can use it even from far away and the ultra-thin, minimalist design is great for saving space without sacrificing user comfort. This keyboard also eliminates the need for a separate mouse as it includes a 3.5-inch built-in touchpad along with right and left click buttons. This item is a great buy if you don’t mind having a refurbished item.
This offer is on for a limited time only or while supplies last. Enter the code CEMCAVNN44 to get an extra $5 off this item. Newegg charges $3.99 shipping for this item, or you can sign up for a free 30 day trial to Newegg Primer and get free shipping.
The Canadian dollar dropped to levels not seen since 2004 the past Wednesday.
On Wednesday, the loonie shed nearly 0.53 cents to close at 76.70 cents against the U.S. dollar, which is the lower than the 76.85 cents the loonie closed at on March 9, 2009. The last time the dollar has dropped this low was in September 2004 when it hit the 75 cent mark.
The falling loonie has been attributed to the decline in oil prices over the last year. Corresponding with the loonie, the price of a barrel of oil dropped to $50 US Wednesday, continuing its fall from a high of over $100 a barrel in summer 2014.
The decision by the Bank of Canada last week to cut its key interest rate has also hastened this decline. “The Bank of Canada rate cut dealt a severe blow to the Canadian dollar and its outlook,” Rahim Madhavji, analyst at Knightsbridge Foreign Exchange, said.
Currently, the central bank is forecasting oil to average $60 a barrel for the rest of the year, but we are currently $10 below that, so experts are expecting the loonie to fall even more.
When the Canadian dollar last dropped, the US economy was in a recession as well, but this time around the dollar is dropping while the US economy is doing fairly well.
The Canadian Dollar has fallen 17.4 per cent since this time last year.
There are only a few days left of Chapters Indigo Canada‘s 5 Days of Tech Deals online. Head over to Chapters Indigo every day this week and you can find some great savings all all the hottest electronics!
Today’s tech deal at Chapters Indigo can save you up to $50 off Monster Bluetooth speakers. This Monster Superstar Bluetooth Speaker is one of the $50 off speakers at Chapters Indigo. It normally sells for $139.95, but you can purchase it today for $89.95. This compact speaker can pair with your smartphone for crystal-clear calls, has a built-in mic with advanced noise cancellation enables clear wireless hands-free calling and conferencing, and of course provides powerful, detailed wireless audio for all your music, movies, games, and calls.
Today only, you can also save $30 off your purchase of a Monster Superstar Backfloat. Normally sold for $159.95, you can purchase it for $129.95. The SuperStar BackFloat Bluetooth speaker that is designed to float in water, making it perfect for any pool party. The tough, durable, shock-proof shell is designed for active lifestyles and can be connected to any music device using a 3.5mm Aux line out. It includes a built-in mic with advanced noise cancellation for crystal clear hands-free calling as well!
Other deals available at Chapters Indigo this week include:
40% off Attack on Titan 16: Special Edition with Playing Cards pre-order (Ends July 24, 2015)
40% off 2015’s most anticipated biographies (Ends July 27, 2015)
2 for $15 select teen books- Including The Hunger Games, and Speak (Ends August 3, 2015)
20% off select outdoor tech (ends July 30, 2015)
$10 off Fuji Instax Mini 8 Cameras (ends July 30, 2015)
$30 for Mincraft: the Complete Handbook Collection (while supplies last)
Buy 2 Get 3rd FREE Select Robert Munsch Books (ends August 2, 2015)
The deal on Monster Speakers ends at 11:59pm July 23, 2015 or while supplies last. Chapters Indigo Canada offers free shipping on orders over $25.
If you’re looking for some hot deals on shoes and apparel, check out Puma Canada‘s Semi-Annual Sale! Right now at Puma, you can save up to 50% off the original price on a variety of items in the clearance section and to sweeten the deal, Puma is offering an additional 20% off sale items for a limited time!
Puma has some hot deals on apparel in their clearance section like these Pulse Soccer Shorts. Originally sold for $31.50USD, they’re now on sale for $15.75USD. You can take an additional 20% off that price with Puma’s current offer and get these shorts for just $12.60USD! These lightweight shorts feature a hard-working wicking finish for optimal moisture control and reduced chafing, while the sleek fit and modern design will ensure you’re looking your best while working out.
Puma also has some hot deals on shoes online today. These Aril Graphic Men’s Sneakers originally sold for $104USD, but you can find them in the clearance section now for $52USD. With the additional 20% off sale items from Puma, you can get these stylish sneakers for $41.60USD. These sneakers combine eye-catching reflective material with style. The Aril is a lightweight version of the R698 runner, enriched with a firmer grip on the foot, breathable mesh and all-over reflectivity for safety and style.
These additional 20% offer ends July 27, 2015. The additional discount will be applied automatically in the cart. For a limited time, Puma Canada is offering free shipping on all orders.
If you’re looking for some new games to play, or some deals on add-ons for your current games, you’ll want to check out the latest weekly deals from the PlayStation Store Canada! This week, you can score a couple of freebies for games you currently own, such as DC Universe online for PS3 and PS4. Head online and you could download a freeDC Universe Online Electricity Power Set if you’re an online Plus Member. DC Universe Online is a free to play online game across PS3, PS4 and PC that joins thousands of players in the DC Universe. You can create your own hero or villian and fight alongside and against legendary characters such as Batman, Superman, The Joker and Lex Luthor. This game is free to play online, but this free download is for members paying for the online plus membership or for any new account installing the game.
If you’re a fan of the popular game, TheLast of Us for PS3, you’ll want to pick up these free map downloads! Players can expand their gameplay with a free The Last Of Us Abandoned Territories Map Pack download, or a free The Last Of Us – Double Map Pack Bundle download. The Abandoned Territories Map Pack features all-new maps on which you can earn valuable supplies to sustain your clan in The Last of Us multiplayer. The Double Map Pack has two multiplayer map packs in one. It includes eight maps in total: Suburbs, Bus Depot, Hometown, and Bookstore from the Abandoned Territories Map Pack and Wharf, Capitol, Coal Mine, and Water Tower from the Reclaimed Territories Map Pack.
Other deals available at the PlayStation Store include:
PS3
Bastion $3.45
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Gold Edition $39.59
Call of Duty: Ghosts Digital Hardened Edition $44.00
Call of Duty: Ghosts Gold Edition $19.80
Q*bert: Rebooted/Pixels Game and Theme Bundle $8.99
The Elder Scrolls Online Tamriel Unlimited $44.99
Transistor $5.00
Wolfenstein: The Old Blood $12.99
PS4
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Gold Edition $39.59
Call of Duty: Black Ops Ultimate Edition $44.41
Call of Duty: Black Ops II and Season Pass $44.00
Call of Duty: Ghosts Gold Edition $19.80
Dishonored: The Brigmore Witches $6.99
Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall $6.99
DOOM Classic Complete $8.99
Fallout 3: Broken Steel $3.49
These deals are available for a limited time only. You must log into your PlayStation Store or PSN account to get these downloads.
If you’re looking for an affordable smartphone, Groupon Canada has a good deal online. Head over to Groupon and you could purchase a Refurbished and Unlocked HTC One M7 32GB Android Smartphone for $229.99. The phone originally sold for $649.99 brand new, so this is a decent deal. However, you should note that this is a refurbished model and an older model since the M9 is on the market now. The HTC One M7 packs a Full HD 1080p display, UltraPixel camera, and powerful quad-core CPU into an elegant aluminum enclosure. Although if you love taking selfies, the front camera is only 2.1MP which isn’t great compared to the 5MP front cameras out on the market now. However, if you want to avoid signing up for contracts or paying high prices for smartphones, this might be a good buy for you.
This deal ends July 29, 2015 or while supplies last. Unfortunately Groupon’s current promo codes to not apply to this item. Groupon charges $7.99 shipping for this item.
If you’re looking for a cool way to keep fit, you’ll want to pick up this deal from the Nintendo Shop Canada! Head online to the Nintendo Shop and you could purchase a Wii Fit U + Fit Meter + Balance Board for just $29.99! This is an amazing price as this set usually sells for $89.99! This game for the Wii U system helps you discover fun, new ways to get up and get moving. The game features favorite exercises from the older game Wii Fit Plus as well as new exercises that incorporate the Wii U GamePad controller in select activities. If you bought a previous Wii Fit game, most of the Yoga and Strength exercises from Wii Fit and Wii Fit Plus are back, and you will even be able to transfer your previous save data! Your purchase will include a Wii Balance Board, Wii Fit U meter, and game.
This set is currently on back order, but you can still order it for this price. Shipping costs approximately $7. Wii U game system is sold separately.
Find your perfect summer hand soaps! Select Hand Soaps, $4 each. Plus get $10 off any $30 purchase! Bath & Body Works Canada has new sweet deels on right now plus a new coupon to save $10 off any $30 purchase!
The Bath & Body Works Canada new deals include:
New coupon: Save $10 off any $30 purchase at Bath & Body Works Canada stores.
This Bath & Body Works Canada coupon is valid from today, Thursday, July 23, 2015 until Sunday, July 26, 2015. One coupon per customer. Must be presented at purchase.
Also, Bath & Body Works Canada has more good offers that include:
3-Wick Candles, 2 for $25.50 at Bath & Body Works Canada stores.
Select Signature Collection Body Care, 3 for $15 or $7 each at Bath & Body Works Canada.
Select Hand Soaps, $4 each at Bath & Body Works Canada.
The Bath & Body Works Canada offers are valid in-stores only, on selected styles, while supplies last. Selection may vary by store location.
Walmart Canada has a new coupon available on their coupon portal right now. Log into your Walmart Coupon Portal account and you can claim a coupon for a free Lucky Charms Treat Bar with the purchase of any Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Golden Graham Treat Bar. This new treat bar features all your favourite Lucky Charms marshmallows and cereal in one great bar. It’s a perfect treat in any lunch box!
This offer is available for a limited time only or while supplies last.
Starbucks Canada has some new hot offers right now! The Starbucks offers include:
Find your perfect summer hand soaps! Select Hand Soaps, $4 each. Plus get $10 off any $30 purchase! Bath & Body Works Canada has new sweet deels on right now plus a new coupon to save $10 off any $30 purchase!
