It\u2019s that time of year when the lights are twinkling; adorning the trees that line the sidewalks of downtown, lighting up the front windows of the shops after hours, and mimicking the stars that speckle the night sky above. It\u2019s the time of year for wrapping, hugging, laughing, cheersing, and giving. It\u2019s that time of year you celebrate with your family, friends, coworkers and your neighbours.<\/p>\n
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Instead of scrambling to find the time to duck into Calgary to tick off all of the boxes on your holiday gift list; instead, remain calm. You have time. Before you shake your head, grab your coat, car keys, and reusable bags, ponder this: why not TRULY celebrate with your neighbour this holiday season, and keep it simple? Make a difference this holiday season…Shop local!<\/p>\n
The one obvious upside of shopping local this holiday season is that you HAVE THE TIME! All it takes is one healthy stroll up and down Canmore\u2019s Main Street and you\u2019ll likely have every box checked off, and more! There is something to be found for every personality on your list.<\/p>\n
No matter who you might be shopping for, you\u2019re sure to find what you\u2019re looking for, all within two blocks. Not to mention, you are investing back into the community and may be helping Johnny down the road finally get those guitar lessons he\u2019s been hoping for, or helping Jenna\u2019s mom pay for ballet classes. What goes around, comes around, and by shopping local you\u2019ll be helping yourself and your community. Let out a sigh of relief this holiday season, as you\u2019ll realize that you actually DO have the time to make Aunt Mildred\u2019s specialty pies this Christmas.<\/p>\n
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Shopping for those particular people in your life, all in Downtown Canmore:<\/p>\n
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The Fashionista<\/strong>: Start at Hello Vintage<\/a> and move your way through town to Indigo Bay<\/a>, Trend Fashions<\/a>, Toccata For Her,<\/a> Cupids Corner<\/a> or Blue Moon<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Foodie<\/strong>: Head to the Kitchen Boutique<\/a>, Stonewaters<\/a>, or one of the restaurants around town.<\/p>\n The Young Guns<\/strong>: Choose a toy, boardgame, or both, at Armadillo Games<\/a> and Hijinks Toyshop<\/a> and pair it with a cozy new sweater from Glacier\u2019s Edge<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Outdoor Enthusiasts<\/strong>: Valhalla Pure Outfitters<\/a>, Bicycle Cafe Canmore<\/a>, Rebound Cycle<\/a>, or Switching Gears have what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n The Musician<\/strong>: Harvest Moon Acoustics<\/a> for all your strumming needs.<\/p>\n The Health Nut<\/strong>: Wildheart Canmore<\/a>, Yoga Lounge<\/a>, Etana Wellness<\/a>, Studio B Canmore<\/a>, Embody Pilates<\/a>\u2026 the list goes on, but all we hear is spaaaaahhhhh.<\/p>\n The Crafty One<\/strong>: Sugarpine Company Canmore<\/a> has everything you\u2019re looking for\u2026 and more!<\/p>\n The Beloved<\/strong>: Head to Stratton\u2019s <\/a>\u00a0or Kavia\u2019<\/a>s, where they are sure to put a twinkle in your eye.<\/p>\n And we can\u2019t forget those stocking stuffers\u2026 O\u2019Canada Soapworks<\/a>, Tinbox<\/a>, Project A <\/a>, Alberta\u2019s Own<\/a>, Rocky Mountain Soap<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" \u201cWhen you buy from a small business an actual person does a little happy dance.\u201d It\u2019s that time of year when the lights are twinkling; adorning the trees that line the sidewalks of downtown, lighting up the front windows of the shops after hours, and mimicking the stars that speckle the night sky above. It\u2019s […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":972,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_genesis_hide_title":false,"_genesis_hide_breadcrumbs":false,"_genesis_hide_singular_image":false,"_genesis_hide_footer_widgets":false,"_genesis_custom_body_class":"","_genesis_custom_post_class":"","_genesis_layout":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[32,15,8,14,16,13],"tags":[18,9,21,106],"aioseo_notices":[],"yoast_head":"\n\u201c Small businesses are the heartbeat of your neighbourhood, the spine of your local economy, and spirit of your town.\u201d<\/h4>\n