This week at Future Shop if you buy any LG laundry pair you get anywhere from a $100.00 to $300.00 giftcard. Offer also available online (instead of getting physical card, amount will be credited towards purchase cost).

Pjs Pets is offering another great printable coupon.  Spend $20 or more and receive up to $5 worth of dog or cat treats for free!  This coupon is only valid until close September 12th so don’t delay!

Click here to print off your coupon.

What kind of treats does your pet like best?  My cats really don’t like treats, but thats ok because our one cat is very overweight (just got her in July from the SPCA)

In this weeks Toys R Us Flyer and running until September 22 there are several decent deals.  Check out the following deals and hopefully you will find something you are looking  for or maybe some things you weren’t looking for.

20% off ALL Lego Cars 2, Pirates of the Caribbean, Atlantis, Pharaohs Quest, Kingdoms, Racers and Technic follow link here.

Save $20 on the Smart Trike Zoo.

Save $5 on ALL Lego video games.

20% off these select educational toys including Imaginarium train tables and doll houses, Thomas wooden railway and die cast and more.

25% off these select boy toys.

25% off select girl toys including ALL Just Like Home toys and Barbie Princess Charm school dolls and play sets.

25% off these infant and preschool toys.

Toys r Us is also having a Buy One Get One 1/2 off sale on Littlest Pet Shop, Crayola Pop Art and more.  Check out the Buy 1 Get 1 1/2 Off sale here.

It’s that time of year again to start stocking up and putting away for Christmas.  This may be a good sale to give that stock pile a kick start.

Home Outfitters has coupons available for use if you have an HBC credit card or HBC MasterCard.  Simply print out these coupons and take them with you to your local Home Outfitters.  Coupons valid September 9th to September 15th 2011.  Coupons are:

Get a BONUS Keurig K-Cup 30 cup carousel ($29.99 value) when you buy a Breville cuisinart single serve beverage maker for $249.99 Regular $299.99 when you use your HBC MasterCard or HBC Credit card.

Get a BONUS Control Grip Hand mixer ($99.99 value) when you buy a Breville Bench Mixer $349.99 when you use your HBC MasterCard or HBC Credit card.

Get 4 BONUS Reunion Island Coffee bean Bags ($39.99 value) when you buy a Breville Barista espresso maker $549.99 ($699.99) when you use your HBC MasterCard or HBC Credit card.

Find a Home Outfitters location here.

Harvey’s Facebook page released a new printable 2 can dine for $11.99 coupon. Good for either 2 Great Canadian or 2 Double Original Combo (comes with side and 20 Oz soft drink).  Valid until  September 19, 2011.

Print yours here.

Click here to get the new Michaels coupons for September 10 – September 16.  I may be using these coupons to finally get my movie posters framed.  Coupons are as follows:

50% off any one regular priced item

Extra 15% off (regular and sale price) entire purchase bead gallery strung bead collection

60% off custom framing order.

Find a Michaels store near you here.

The Old Navy Baby Sale starts today in store and online.  Everything is on sale starting at only $5.  This means that you can pick up some of their new fall styles for less than full price as well.

Toddler Girl deals:

Long sleeve tees, t-shirts, tanks and polos are only $5, long sleeve and short sleeve dresses only $12, pants and skirts starting at only $12.

Toddler Boy deals:

Graphic tees starting at $5, Bottoms starting at $10, sneakers starting at $10.

Baby Deals:

Body suits starting at $5, one piece outfits starting at $10.50, Micro fleece pants $8.50.

Shop the Old Navy Baby & Toddler sale online  here and to see what other deals the sale has going on.

Everyday FREE shipping on orders over $50.

Le Chateau is having a combo merchandise/shoe sale: Get $50 off fall footwear with every $200 purchase or get $25 off fall footwear with every $150 purchase.

Personally, I think their prices are outrageous considering their quality hasn’t improved in the slightest. I used to buy clothes there 10 years ago for 1/4 of the price and the identical quality…. that being said however, obviously someone is keeping them in business!!

This promotion is valid in store and online.

Click here to shop online

From today until Sunday save 30% on all regular collection items at your local JACOB & JACOB Lingerie store. Can’t be combined with any other promotion or previous purchases.

I think it’s time to check out their new fall collection, what about you?

Here are your Wacky Wednesday Deals for each IKEA Canada location. Valid Wednesday, September 14th only.

AB, Calgary

AB, Edmonton

BC, Coquitlam

BC, Richmond

ON, Burlington

ON, Etobicoke

ON, North York

ON, Ottawa

ON, Vaughan

QC, Boucherville

QC, Montreal

Toys R Us is offering a $10.00 gift card and stylus 5-pack when you buy the Nintendo 3DS ($169.99) and Starfox 3DS ($39.99), Xbox 360 4GB Console and Kinect Bundle ($299.99), or Kinect Sensor ($149.99) . Offer runs until September 22, 2011. In store only, while supplies last, gift card must be used on future purchase. Stylus pack only comes with 3DS.

Recently, I’ve had soo much bad customer service that they’ve literally eclipsed any of my positive experiences. In fact, I’m beginning to think that good customer service is going the way of Blockbuster! 🙁

(Part of the reason which contributes to bad customer service is that many people in retail just seem to HATE their jobs. And rightfully so, as they are most likely overqualified, underpaid, and overworked.)

Retail, especially dealing with weirdos, rude people, and slobs, is just not fun. I should know because I have over 10 years experience in retail. And although it’s nothing to be proud about, one valuable thing that I’ve taken away is that I KNOW Good Vs. Bad Customer Service. Furthermore, I know what I’m entitled to as a customer.

Here are some signs that you are getting good customer service:

1. A Greeting. Whether it’s as soon as you walk into a store OR sometime while you’re in the store, a sales associate should acknowledge your presence. A smile will suffice.

2. Good Manners. I wasn’t going to mention this because it’s pretty obvious, but sometimes the sales staff is as rude as some customers. A pleasant demeanor + Ps+Qs goes a long way!

3. “Do you need any help?” This should happen if it seems as though you’re looking for something. While folding jeans, a salesgirl recently asked, in a monotone voice, if I needed help…without even glancing up at me. Sorry, but that doesn’t count!

4. Fitting Room Follow-up. If you’ve made it as far as the fitting room of a clothing store, chances are good that you’re serious about spending cash. So how difficult is it to check-up on customers, ask if they need another size, or simply give your opinion on how something looks on them?

***BONUS POINTS***
5. Know Your Needs, Before You Say Anything. If you’re walking around with an armful of clothing and a staff member offers you a shopping cart, that is a total bonus! It’s sort of like having your glass refilled with water at a restaurant…before you even have to ask. 🙂

I can provide a list of things that make for bad customer service, but let’s focus on the positive, shall we?

Babies R Us is giving away 4 Oz Phillips Avent to the first 100 customers starting September 9, 2011. The promotion last until September 22 but I think it is very unlikely they will have any left that late. Avent bottles and accessories are also BOGO 1/2 off (until the 22nd) and if Avent is bottle brand you like they also now have savings card you can sign up for 10% off everyday.

In store promotion, excludes express locations.

Hot off the press!

Ginos pizza supports Mothers Against Drunk Driving, thats why if you cant walk to Gino’s they’ll deliver!  On Thursday September 22nd for every dollar you donate you can get a free slice of pizza!  This offer is valid 11-4pm only.

Click here for a Ginos Pizza near you, and for further details.

Click here to like Ojon on Facebook and receive a free sample of their hair serum.  Offer is available for a limited time.  Must be 18 years of age or older to claim your free sample.

Ojon is sold on the Shopping Channel.  Many swear buy it.