As the temperature rises, naturally, so does our intake of liquids – alcoholic and non-alcoholic alike! Hopefully, there is more non-alcoholic bevvies involved so that we don’t dehydrate ourselves. 😉

Anyway, because I am still paying off a car that I purchased in the Spring, I do not have money to take a vacay this Summer. However, there is nothing stopping me from enjoying my down time and pretending I’m on a tropical island by eating at a Mexican restaurant, going on a nice hike, BBQs/get togethers with friends, etc.

And a large part of this tropical feel is what we eat and drink. Personally, nothing says Summer more than either a gin ‘n tonic, mojito, or sangria.

(The problem with mojitos is getting the mint. I’m somewhat lazy to pick mint from my sideyard, but I’m too cheap to go out and buy fresh herbs!)

Non-alcoholic speaking, when water gets boring, I like to slice fresh citrus fruit and put it into my water AND I’ve been getting into pure coconut water!

So what drink(s) spell S-u-m-m-e-r for you?

Mmmnn froyo!  Thru August 15th 2012 save 10% off your purchase with this Facebook coupon.

What are your favourite combos?  I love the tartness of cranberry and pineapple. But I also love peach and mango.

Happy fro’yo’ing.

Giant Bicycles is offering up to $300 worth of free gear when you purchase a new carbon road bike before July 22nd 2012.  July 22nd is the last day of the Tour De France.

Click here to read what you will receive with purchase and to access the rebates.

My husband and I both have had the Giant brand and we’ve found them to be a very reliable brand.

Pampers has released a bonus 10 point code for their Gifts to Grow program below.

SPC717SUM12PAMP

I’m a little disappointed this summer they aren’t doubling the points on the Splashers swim diapers. Last fall I loaded up huge when our local Walmart marked down packs to $4 and I had $2 coupons to use. But then again I guess they’re already doubling the Olympic diapers.

You’re all familiar with dudley right? You know, the combination locks. The odds are good you’ve used one. Well, these days dudley is way more than just combination locks! dudley makes sport locks (bikes, snowboards, etc.) and some cool innovative combination locks—like one with letters instead of numbers! They’ve also added a line of fun and useful locker accessories to their product offering, as well as back-to-school items like backpacks.

The backpack is one of dudley’s latest endeavours and it exclusive to Staples Canada (arriving in stores any day now!) and Smart Canucks has their very own to give away to one of our lucky readers! dudley has provided us with a prize pack valued at $150! It includes their new backpack (avail. in 5 colours, winners choice!) and a bunch of dudley swag and merchandise.

All you have to do to enter the contest is:

-give them a “like” on Facebook

-“follow” them on Twitter

–visit their website:  Find your favourite item (and colour!)

Leave a comment in this post saying what you’ve liked, followed or visited and that will be your entry ballot! Contest runs thru July 20th 2012.

Rules and Regulations:

• Unless otherwise stated one entry per household i.e. you may only leave 1 comment on the blog. If you want to discuss anything or share your thoughts please include it in that 1 comment.
• Age of majority only
• Canada only no purchase is necessary to enter, odds of winning are dependent on number of entries received.
• Contest ends July 20th 2012 at 11:59 pm(est) and the winner will be announced shortly after potential winner answers a skill testing question.
• You must use a valid email so I can contact you with details on how to claim your prize. Persons who enter with an alias(fake) email will forfeit their prize and a new winner will be drawn.

Are you a business who wants to featured in one of our giveaways? Email me at Sally@ smartcanucks.ca (omit spaces)

Winners drawn using random.org unless otherwise stated.

Wednesday only get a free Bistro Chicken with coupon and a $30 purchase.  You must present the coupon and be a Max member. If your not a free Max member you can join for free.

Click here to print off your coupon.

Websaver.ca has added some new coupons, including $1 off Colgate Optic White, $2 off Nature Clean laundry detergent, B1G1 Free on any Glade product, & more!

I just saw Optic White on sale at Walmart for $1.88, so with the coupon, it’s less than a dollar. 🙂

Click here, select your coupons, and wait patiently for your mailman/woman!

Btw, teeth aren’t supposed to be the corn-coloured, but really white teeth freak me out!

Penningstons and Addition Elle have great clearance sales right now.  You can save up to 85% off the original prices.  If you shop online shipping is $7.50 and you can use coupon code PSALE15 at checkout to receive an extra 15% off.

Click here to shop at Penningtons and Addition Elle.

Thanks again to bhlombardy who posted this in the Deals forum…

East (ON, QC, Atlantic)

West (BC, AB, SK, & MB)

Coach Factory has an official online site where you can join by invite or by chance and shop the sales online.  Generally the bags are highly discounted. It’s great if you love COACH but don’t live near an outlet.

You may sign up here requesting an invite or you may email me at Sally@ Smartcanucks.ca (omit space) if you’d prefer a direct invite. I signed up on both of my emails and perhaps by luck of the draw have only received invites from the direct invite email. If you’ve already signed up I cannot resign your same email up.

Shipping is $22 and I do believe duties are paid up front.  Most customers I’ve read feedback from have stated shipping was via DHL and very fast.

Hey mom and dad sign the kids up for a free LEGO club magazine! Free and valid for 2 years!

Click here to sign up

Magazines can only be mailed to addresses that are country or language-appropriate. Club membership is valid for 2 years and includes free copies of LEGO Club Magazine. Membership can be cancelled at any time. Please allow 4-6 weeks (US & Canada) for delivery of your first mailing. Offer void where taxed, restricted or prohibited by law. Offer limited to one free membership per person, group or organization.

@IKEACanada

Here are your Wacky Wednesday Deals for a hopefully more cooler, July 18th…

AB, Calgary

AB, Edmonton

BC, Coquitlam

BC, Richmond

ON, Burlington

ON, Etobicoke – Why such cheesy deals at the Ikea closest to me?? Okay, it’s a good deal, but not something that I need/want!

ON, North York

ON, Ottawa

ON, Vaughan

QC, Boucherville

QC, Montreal

A few weeks ago Anisa posted the Canadian Target website. The site has all the answers and information you’ve been looking for in one place.  I just found out my nearest location is in the first round.

Click here to view the Target Canada website.

Until the end of this month, enjoy free shipping on any purchase from Lancome.ca!

Simply enter the promo code JULYSHIP upon checkout.

And don’t forget, if your order is $50+, you’ll receive a free, 5-piece Gift With Purchase valued at $129! This offer is only ’til supplies last.

Click here to start shopping!

I’m not sure what Olympic Diver, Alexandre Despatie has to do with Cascade, Swiffer, or Puffs, but apparently, he’s the new poster boy for P&G. Absolutely no complaints from my end though, believe me! 😉

Anyway, Procter & Gamble is now offering lotsa coupons on their brands such as Charmin, Downy, Duracell, Gillette, & more!

Click here to select your coupons.