06/17/2026
Why are Canadians making the shift to thrift? The national ReStore survey highlights that second-hand shopping is solving some of our biggest modern challenges.
Stretching the household budget amid cost-of-living pressures is a massive motivator, closely followed by a deep desire to cut down on waste and the pure thrill of the treasure hunt. But itβs not just about the items themselves, it's about where the money goes. π³
A clear majority of Canadians explicitly prefer to thrift at stores run by charitable organizations. Shoppers want their hard-earned dollars to do double duty by supporting local community causes making real impacts in their communities. π
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