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Breakfast Buzz: Do you shop second-hand?

Click to play video: 'Second-hand economy booms on Prairies'
Second-hand economy booms on Prairies
WATCH ABOVE: A new survey shows Saskatchewan and Manitoba lead the pack when it comes to second hand shopping. Meaghan Craig talks to people involved in that economy to find out what drives us to buy or swap our goods – Mar 1, 2016

SASKATOON – Here on the Prairies, we know how to spot a good deal. According to the annual Kijiji Second-Hand Index Saskatchewan and Manitoba lead the country in second-hand sales.

READ MORE: Saskatchewan leads the country for exchanging second-hand goods

The study, undertaken by Kijiji in partnership with researchers from the University of Victoria and the Observatoire de la Consommation Responsable in Montreal, shows that Canadian second-hand practices support up to $36 billion in economic activity that may not have happened otherwise.

READ MORE: Here’s how big the Kijiji economy has become in Canada

From online sales or trades on sites like Facebook, Kijiji or eBay, to traditional thrifting at vintage stores or garage sales, it’s estimated Canadians save an average of $480 each and earned approximately $883.

Today on the Breakfast Buzz we want to hear your shopping tips and tricks to save money. Do you shop second-hand? Sell or donate your used items?

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Be sure to comment with your thoughts and watch Global Saskatoon Morning News at 7:55 a.m. CT to see if we pull up your comment.

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