Back To School Shopping

• Back-to-school shopping stressing you out? How to avoid breaking the bank

  More than a third of Canadians plan to shop for back-to-school supplies this year, according to a survey done by the Retail Council of Canada.

  Money

  Aug 18, 2024
  
• Here’s where Winnipeg parents are trying to save on back-to-school shopping

  Parents and school divisions in Winnipeg say they are tightening their belts when it comes to buying back-to-school supplies for their children and students.

  Canada

  Sep 5, 2023
  
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• Shopping for school? How Canadian parents are saving up amid inflation

  A new survey by PC Financial found 46 per cent of Canadians are more worried about their finances during this back-to-school season than in previous years.

  Canada

  Aug 25, 2023
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• Worried about the cost of back-to-school shopping? You’re not alone

  New studies are showing that Canadian parents are planning on spending more cautiously on back-to-school shopping this year in order to combat rising prices.

  Canada

  Aug 16, 2023
• Canadians face soaring prices as back-to-school shopping season returns

  Retail experts say families are expected to prioritize spending on the upcoming school year because school supplies are considered an essential category for many shoppers.

  Canada

  Aug 19, 2022
• Back-to-school shoppers in Saskatchewan facing inflation prices

  “It's pretty even across the board for things that have increased in price due to supply and logistic challenges,” said Josh Ning, General Manager for a Regina Staples location.

  Education

  Aug 18, 2022
• How to save on clothes, electronics for back-to-school amid high inflation

  Back-to-school shopping is hitting household budgets already stretched thin amid rampant inflation. Here are ways to save on clothes, electronics and school supplies this year.

  Consumer

  Aug 16, 2022
• Canadians can now pay for purchases of less than $100 in installments

  But is that good for consumers?

  Money

  Aug 8, 2020
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• Parker Street food bank puts out call for school supplies for students in need

  This year, more than 1,000 students have been registered to receive help from the organization, but donations are not matching those numbers.

  Education

  Aug 25, 2019
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• Tech, bank accounts and cellphone plans: 3 tips for back-to-school savings

  How to save on consumer electronics, avoid banking fees and choose the right wireless plan.

  Money

  Aug 24, 2019