Toronto on the Cheap

Cool off at the beach with great savings on women’s swimwear and cover-ups at Sears this week. Take your pick and save 50% OFF name brands such as Christina, Baltex, Bahia Resort, Southpoint, Alia, Jantzen, Nygard, Roots, and others. Sale ends July 16, 2010.

Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20, 2010. If you’re still undecided about what to get Dad, here are some ideas for that special day. Lowe’s. First 300 customers between June 18 through 20 will receive Free Father’s Day gifts. Free Kobalt lock back knife on Friday, Free Kobalt 25′ tape measure on Saturday, Free Kobalt [...]

Show off your toes with a new pair of sandals. Save 40% OFF men’s & women’s sandals at Sears. Brand names include Aerosoles, Alia, Clarks, Timberland, and more. Sale ends June 4, 2010. *Some exceptions apply.

Don’t forget … Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 9, 2010.  Not sure what to get? Here are some ideas that will make Mom feel like a queen. Jersey Boys Tickets: $25 to $69 tickets for shows on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Must purchase your tickets by May 9, 2010 for shows through June 30, [...]

Lowest Prices of the Season Sale from Sears means … the lowest prices on cookware and gadgets for the kitchen. With savings like this, you’ll want to be in the kitchen more often. Sale is from April 9 to April 11, 2010. COOKWARE: $200 Off,  T-Fal 8-piece non-stick cookware set. On Sale for $99.99 (reg. [...]

If you’re having trouble deciding on the best window treatments for your house, get help with Sunshade Blinds & Drapery and BGS Home’s FREE seminar on Window Coverings. Guest speaker, Sharon Moonlight, from Hunter Douglas Canada will teach you how to decorate your windows in style and show you the latest trends in window fashion. [...]

It’s the day before Christmas. And you know what that means; a mad rush to the stores to pick up last minute gifts for all those people you don’t have gifts for. Fret not. Here are some last minute ideas that will help lift your spirits without bogging down the wallet (good until December 24, [...]

We’re going from one extreme to the other today. Sears has a big SALE* for all you early morning risers. The sale starts today through to Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Here are your rewards for getting up early: 60% Off – all gold jewellery 50% Off – all men’s [...]

Get a head start on winter this year. Sears is taking 30% OFF all men’s and women’s boots, and senior kids’ “Kamik Rocket” boots*. They’re also taking 25% OFF all other kids’ winter boots. Sale starts this  Friday, October 16 and ends on Friday, October 23, 2009. *Discount applies to regular prices.  Does not apply [...]

If you’re a fan of Michael Bublé (and who isn’t), you can see him at the Eaton Centre on Saturday, October 10, 2009. Meet him in person and get an autographed copy of his new album “Crazy Love”. Time: 1 p.m., at Trinity Way, Level 3, just outside of Sears.

Estee Lauder counters at The Bay and Sears are giving away FREE 10-day supplies of its Advanced Night Repair* to customers as part of its “Night Repair” promotion. I spoke with an Estee Lauder representative about this offer, and she said you need to call one of the stores and make an appointment to reserve [...]