Posts Filed Under: shopping

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Historicist: Opening the Eaton Centre

The downtown attraction debuted 40 years ago with pomp and free shoe horns.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 11th, 12:00 pm

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Vandalist: Shop Till You Drop

Why are you reading this when you should be shopping?

By Stephanie Avery Dec. 26th, 12:56 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: The Art Shoppe

A look at some historical ads and offers from the former fixture of the Yonge-Eglinton community.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 28th, 12:45 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Fabulous Cloverdale Mall

From dance parties featuring the music of Pat Boone to new health-conscious initiatives, the mall has been serving its south Etobicoke community since 1956.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 19th, 9:40 am

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Cumberland Terrace Tells the Story of Yorkville at a Glance

The time-warped mall brightens its look with panels that celebrate the neighbourhood's history.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 6th, 10:00 am

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Yorkdale’s Turning 50

As the shopping mall marks its half-century, we look back at an earlier, groovier anniversary celebration.

By Jamie Bradburn Feb. 26th, 2:00 pm

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From Simpsons to the Bay to Saks

With the news that Saks will move into part of the Hudson Bay's flagship store, we look at the history of the landmark downtown site.

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 28th, 9:00 am

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Historicist: A Box of Laura Secord

When Frank O'Connor launched his candy chain a century ago, he saw its ideals embodied in the War of 1812 heroine.

By Jamie Bradburn Apr. 13th, 12:00 pm

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Target Will Open Three Toronto Stores on Tuesday

After much hype, Target is on the verge of opening its doors to Torontonians. Here's a sneak peek at one of the stores.

By Chris Riddell • Photos by Giordano CiampiniMar. 18th, 3:30 pm

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Historicist: Living the Towne & Countrye Square Life

Checking in on the 1966 opening of Centerpoint Mall's predecessor.

By Jamie Bradburn Jan. 19th, 12:00 pm

Vintage Toronto Ads: Seeing Santa at Yorkdale

The mall's chief Santa tells a community paper about the hazards and joys of the job.

By Jamie Bradburn Dec. 18th, 1:00 pm

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The Best Toronto-Themed Holiday Gifts of 2012

Where to find local gifts for everyone on your shopping list.

By Terri Coles Dec. 10th, 1:15 pm

Craft City: The Best Places to Buy Handmade Gifts this Weekend

If malls make you crazy and you'd like to support local vendors while you shop, we have some suggestions.

By Terri Coles Dec. 8th, 11:00 am

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One of A Kind is Back

The annual Christmas craft show returns, with an eclectic bunch of gift ideas in tow.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Corbin SmithNov. 23rd, 11:45 am

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Hearth-y Dining

Comfort food staples at a suburban department store cafeteria.

By Jamie Bradburn Aug. 8th, 10:00 am

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Historicist: Yorkdale Mall and the Aesthetics of Commerce

Beloved by shoppers and blasted by critics, Yorkdale opened 48 years ago this week.

By Kevin Plummer Feb. 25th, 12:00 pm

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Barter a Better Bargain Next Buy Nothing Day

Local swappers got into the spirit with their own takes on the anti-consumerist holiday.

By Emily Van Halem (Guest Contributor) Nov. 29th, 1:00 pm

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Vintage Toronto Ads: Yorkdale… Another Toronto Attraction

An attraction that brings joy to one family but headaches to other shoppers during the holiday season.

By Jamie Bradburn Nov. 29th, 1:00 pm