ALL YEAR DEALS
Bargains are hard to resist and even harder to find. They take patience, time, and a good knowledge of prices. Here is a list of some stores in the Greater Toronto Area that offer fabulous deals on brand name items and everyday needs for the whole family.

The Body Shop Depot
Canada One Factory Outlets, 7500 Lundy's Lane, Niagara Falls
(905) 371-2810
To help kids have a blast in the bath, The Body Shop Depot offers discounts from 50% to 70% on everything from animal soaps and sponges to shower gels and crayon soaps. In addition to seasonal and discontinued products, there are great deals on accessories and bath products for all ages. The store also has a selection of the top-selling regularly-priced products that represents the essence of The Body Shop, such as Body Butter, Hemp Hand Protector, Vanilla Body Lotion, and Vanilla Bath & Shower Gel. Call store for hours.

Camp Connection General Store
526 Lawrence Ave. W., (@ Bathurst), (416) 789-1944 or 1-866-789-1944
7171 Yonge St., (@ Doncaster), (905) 707-0770.
www.Campstore.com
Camp Connection is a haven of casual, comfortable clothing at discount prices for both kids and adults. Popular brand names include Abercrombie & Fitch, ObusForme, Point Zero, Joe Boxer, Elita, Misty Mountain and Roots. Great deals are offered on basic T-shirts, kids’ Gym Master sweats and Roots Tankini bathing suits for girls. The store also stocks Nalgene water bottles, flashlights, canoe paddles, rubber boots and other camp supplies, as well as Jockey underwear at 25% off. Camp Connection guarantees lower prices and offers a member discount program for even greater savings. Call for spring/summer hours and for information about personal shopping assistants.

Chocky’s
352 Queen Street West (1 block east of Spadina), (416) 977-1831
2584 Yonge Street, (416) 483-8227
Chocky’s offers families a wide range of socks, underwear and T-shirts at discounts of up to 20% on brand names such as Hanes, Jockey, Elita and Tiger Brand by Non-Fiction. The store also carries brand-name fleece, casual jackets, sweatsuits and outerwear for both kids and adults. Open seven days a week. Call store for hours..

Goodwill
(416)362-4711
www.goodwill.on.ca
There are 34 retail outlets throughout the GTA area. New arrivals arrive each day, with past brand names including Gap and Roots at 50% - 70% off. There are also great deals on toys, furniture, household items, books, and sports equipment. In-store auctions are held at least once a month. Call for store locations and hours. Visit website for upcoming sales and promotions.

Laura Secord Outlet
Dixie Outlet Mall, 1250 South Service Rd., (905) 271-1433
Perfect for parties or special occasions, chocolates at Laura Secord Outlet
are up to 75% off already reduced seconds. Some are misshaped (but just
as tasty) while others are simply overstock. Buy Turtles in bulk for $9.99, or indulge in mouthwatering weekly specials, such as 350g boxes of chocolates on sale for between $2.99 and $5.99. Call for store hours.

Mattel Outlet Stores
6155 Freemont Blvd., Mississauga, (905) 501-0404
Southworks Outlet Mall, Cambridge, (519) 620-4211
Great savings on excess and closeout inventory at the Mattel Toy Outlets. Call store for recorded message on upcoming promotions and sales.

Naturino Children’s Shoes
28 Roytec Rd. Unit 1C, Woodbridge, 905-264-9539
At this factory Outlet you can find more the 5,000 pairs of Italy’s Naturino, Moschino and Oililly Children’s shoes. They have crib shoes, crawling shoes, first step walking shoes, sport shoes, and special occasion shoes. The shoes are discounted up to 40% off the suggested retail price. Prices start at $49.95 and up. Customer service bonuses include individual fittings for accurate sizing, a loyalty program, and a record of all your child’s shoe sizes. Call store for hours.

Roots Outlet Store
120 Orfus Road, (416) 781-8729
www.roots.com
Great savings on Roots fashions for babies, kids and adults, such as shoes, boots, backpacks, clothing, outerwear and accessories. While discounts vary, end-of-season product is sometimes available at 80% off. Call store for hours.

Sandylion Sticker Warehouse Outlet
400 Cochrane Dr. (Hwys. 404 and 7), Marham, (905) 475-0523
Clearing seconds and end of lines at 50 - 80% off retail prices. Sticker
books, treasure kits, stickers in bulk rolls, single strips, and boxed assortments are made very affordable for motivational tools, crafts, teacher gifts and loot bags. Over 1,000 designs organized by category - seasonal, ecology, sports, vehicles, music, animals, food, farm, flowers, scrapbooking and more.

Sears Outlet Stores
2200 Islington Avenue North, Rexdale, (416) 401-4545
295 Queen Street East, Brampton, (905) 450-7662
253 Queen Street East, Brampton, (905) 796-6450
1250 South Service Road, Mississauga, (905) 278-8886
2900 Steeles Avenue East, Thornhill, (905) 881-6600
www.sears.ca
Sears Outlet offers great savings on ladies, men's and children's fashions. There are end-of-season products available at over 50% off. Discounts vary from each store. Visit website for more information and to shop online. Call for store hours.

Siblings Outlet
107 Orfus Rd., North York, (416) 256-7779
"No boys allowed" is the name of the game at this outlet for girls aged seven to 16. To make it more of a one-stop-shop for parents and kids, there are regularly priced products, but half the store is devoted to merchandise at outlet prices. There are great deals all year around. Call store for hours.

Snugabye Factory Outlet
188 Bentworth Ave., (416) 783-0300
Save up to 50% on Canadian-made, brand-name baby clothing and sleepwear in sizes ranging from newborn to 6X. Sleepers, playwear and cozy "convert-a-foot" clothing (jumpsuits that convert into sleepwear) can be found alongside baby accessories such as washcloths, diaper shirts, socks, hooded towels and baby bedding. Hours: Mon. to Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Snug As a Bug Warehouse Store
91 Brandon Ave., Richmond Hill (800) 387-4324
This company manufactures its own clothing line for children from newborn to eight years old and the warehouse features over-runs and end-of-line stock. Savings are 30% to 50% off the company’s catalogue prices and there are great deals to be found in grab bins and on $10 and $15 racks. Casual clothing, sun hats, polar fleece accessories and corduroy overalls for $29.95 are all part of the package. Call for sale date and time information.

Splendor Kids Superstore
3715 Keele St., North York, (416) 630-4142
200 Whitmore Road, Woodbridge (905) 265-8995
Bargain-hunting couldn’t be easier with this 30,000-sq.-ft. store’s ample free parking, unsupervised play area and baby registry. Discounts range from 20% to 60% year-round on clothing and shoes starting at newborn to size 16, plus cribs, beds, strollers, car seats, highchair, bassinets, bedding, Avent bottles, and breast pumps. Clothing and furniture brands include Perry Ellis, Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Diesel, Gasoline, Calvin Klein, Robert Allan, Osh Kosh, Peg Perego, Graco, Evenflo, Century, Dutalier, Cara Mia, and many many more. Call store for hours.

Value Village
2119 Danforth (at Woodbine), (416) 698-0621
With 14 locations in the Greater Toronto Area, Value Village at Danforth is
renowned as one of the chain’s best spots for great deals. Every day there are new selections of merchandise to choose from with discounts ranging from 50% to 70% on brands such as Roots, Osh Kosh, La Senza Girl, Club Monaco and kids' ToGo sweatshirts priced at $2.99. There are also great deals on toys and shoes and blowout sales approximately three times a year. Hours: Mon. to Sat. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

SEASONAL DEALS

The Bargains Group Ltd.
890 Caledonia Rd., (416) 785-5655 [Jody Steinhauer] 1-877-868-5655
www.bargainsgroup.com
Stock changes daily at this discount wholesaler where you'll find new items and samples at up to 80% off!!! Clothing ranges from newborn to adult sizes in underwear, casual wear, pajamas, outerwear and winter accessories. Past kids' brands have included Bugle Boy, Calvin Klein, Kombi, Adidas, Blues Clues, Tommy Hilfiger, Disney, Winnie-the-Pooh , Fruit-of-the-Loom, and more . There isn't much ambiance in this seasonal store's warehouse atmosphere, but it's a great place to discover great deals that include $2 T-shirts, Kombi ski gloves from $3 and socks for 50¢. Only open seasonally so email them to get on their "invitation only" list. info@bargainsgroup.com Wholesale inquiries welcome every day.

OCTOBER:
Samko Sales, 11 Peel Ave. (Queen and Dufferin), (416) 532-1114
Miko Toy Warehouse, 60 East Beavercreek Rd. (Leslie and Hwy. 7), (905) 771-8714
www.samkosales.com
Save your Christmas shopping until October when these sister stores open their doors to the public until December 24. Closeout items on brand names such as Mattel, Little Tikes, Fisher-Price and Irwin are discounted from 25% to 75%. You’ll also find great deals on hockey sets, watches, preschool toys, artist materials, puzzles, games, train sets, plush toys, dolls, Fisher-Price carriers, and housewares. Call to get on the mailing list to receive the company’s flyer at the end of the summer with lists of hours and special deals.

NOVEMBER:
Avonlea Traditions Warehouse Sale
17075 Leslie St., Unit 15, Newmarket, (905) 853-1777
Anne fans will be in their element at this November through December sale of Anne of Green Gables dolls, giftware and collectibles. Save up to 80% on porcelain dolls, stickers, activity kits, doll furniture, music miniatures, books and videos. In addition to Anne of Green Gables, you’ll find brand names such as Maple North Dolls and Fable Forest with everything from Canadian Hockey player dolls to Snow White and Little Red Riding Hood. There are also plush toys and vinyl play dolls for younger children. Call for exact dates and times.

SECOND HAND STEALS

Second-hand stores are the perfect place to find brand name clothing and accessories at fantastic prices for both adults and children. You can usually find a wide selection of quality and gently-used clothing, plus maternity wear, furniture, shoes, and baby products as well. Here is a list of some locations in the Greater Toronto Area.

2nd Time Around
3 Hiwatha Road, Mississauga, (905) 278-1236

Ages and Stages
1552 Danforth Ave., (416) 465-7777

Bean Sprout
616 Mt. Pleasant Rd., (416) 932-3727

Bearly New Clothing Co.
2541 Trondheim Cr., Mississauga, (905) 826-0043
Call for appointment.

Chic Repeats
115 Trafalgar Rd., Oakville, (905) 842-0905

Child to Child
1201 Britannia Rd. W., Mississauga, (905) 812-9633

Katie’s Kloset for Kids
611 Byngmount Avenue, Mississauga, (905)891-0312
Call for appointment.

Kids Konsignment
66 Thomas Street, Unit #2, Mississauga, (905) 567-7890

Kidsmart
361 Jane Street, (416) 760-9624

Once Upon a Child
Ajax, (905) 427-4194
Barrie, (705) 726-7577
Brampton, (905) 792-4347
Burlington, (905) 335-3352
Hamilton, (905) 318-8685
London (south), (519) 680-3738
London (north), (519) 659-2231
Mississauga, (905) 270-4679
Newmarket, (905) 898-2002
North York, (416) 661-0678
Oakville, (905) 257-5775
Toronto, (416) 485-2776
Whitby, (905) 579-7676.

Play’N Wear
1986 Avenue Rd., (416) 782-0211

Precious Seconds
14 Oxford St., Richmond Hill, (905) 883-8885

Previously Loved
986 Bathurst St., (416) 516-3613

Soda Pop
412 Roncesvalles Ave., (416) 516-4200

Think Twice Inc.
1679 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga, (905) 823-2233

Twice as Nice
683 St. Clair Ave., W., (416) 656-9969

Twice is Nice
235 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga, (905) 274-5569

Twice the Fun
3455 Fairview St., Burlington, (905) 639-9105

Wee Cycled
389 Main St. N., Brampton, (905) 456-9220

Yvette’s
943 Kingston Rd., (416) 694-3320

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