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Michaels is my favorite store to shop at for yarn and seasonal decorations. I will try to go in each season to see the latest ideas for the season. My daughters like to shop for yarn and I usually get an invite to come along.

Each season the colors change in the isles to represent the current fashion and time of year. You can tell by the candle department what holiday is coming up by the scents that fill the air, apple spices, coffee scents or beach citrus scents.

Depending on the location it is usually a nice and bright, clean and organized. Usually a good sale or coupon can be found.

Tara Johnson

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Indigo is my favourite store to visit because every trip there feels like a little getaway. I am very passionate about reading, and the moment I step inside this store, I’m greeted by the comforting scent of fresh paper, and the warm lighting instantly makes me feel at ease. I love slowly wandering through the aisles, letting my eyes land on colourful book covers or a beautiful new journal I didn’t know I needed. There’s a calm, creative energy in the space that makes browsing feel like an adventure. This is a place where I might discover a novel that keeps me up all night or a small gift that perfectly fits a friend.

What makes Indigo special is that it’s more than just a bookstore. I can find thoughtful home decor, cozy candles, and unique stationery that spark ideas for my own space or creative projects. Even if I don’t buy anything, I leave feeling inspired and relaxed, as if I’ve taken a quiet break from the busy world outside. It’s the kind of place where time slows down, where I can sip a latte, flip through a new read, and enjoy a moment that’s completely my own.

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Freson Bros. Fort Saskachewan is my favorite grocery store chain that I love to visit. Aside from the fact that is close to my home, they offers a wide range of fresh produce, restaurant and they also have a butcher shop, with a high quality fresh meat.

In the entrance, you will see and smell the colorful fresh fruits and vegetables that encourage me to shop. At the right side, is the plants section, wherein you will find variety of seasonal indoor or outdoor plants.

FRESON BROS. is a one stop shop grocery store that has a good and positive atmosphere ,that is why I enjoy and relax while shopping because of the fresh smell, good customer service and the availability of the groceries, both local and international products.

Anna Liza L. Moneda

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My favourite shop I like is Bass Pro shop at Cross iron mills. To me it has a very nice set up and there is something for everyone there. The huge fish tank is very calming for my children as well. I like to browse the aisles and just simply sit on the camping chairs when I need to relax my feet for a moment. I particularly like the set up and the huge two storey layout.

Tracy Three Suns

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I like going to Dollarama because it has many things I need for a low price. I can buy toys for my kids, and they are always happy to get something fun. The toys are not expensive, so I can buy a few without spending too much money. I also find snacks, school supplies, cleaning items, and things for the house ,all in one place. I enjoy looking at the seasonal items too, like decorations for Halloween and Christmas. It’s fun to see what’s new every season.

The store is bright, clean, and easy to walk through. The shelves are neat, and I can find what I need quickly. The workers are usually friendly and helpful, and I don’t have to wait in long lines. Sometimes I go just to browse and relax, because it’s quiet and not too crowded. Even though there’s no music or fancy design, I still enjoy shopping there. Dollarama helps me save money and buy good things for my family, so it’s one of my favorite places to go.

Ekta Banyal

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Costco specifically in St. Albert. I enjoy going to Costco to stock up on household needs for my family. I enjoy this location better then others because, I find the layout and placement of everything is so perfect and well thought out. The parking lot is organized and there are rarely backups and traffic issues, unlike other local locations. My children have always loved going to "the hotdog store" (that is what they call Costco). Even as babies they enjoyed the big ceiling fans now they and me as well love the free samples and the holiday items. I enjoy the open space in Costco compared to other grocery stores that always seem stuffy and over crowded. I know a lot of the staff not only because I shop there often but also because I have bartended their Christmas parties for the past 5 years.

Kassandra Morrow

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Dollarama is one of my favorite stores. It's a fantastic place to visit. It's not a one-stop shop, but I find most of the supplies and materials I need for diverse hobbies like crafts, fishing, decorations, and even balloons. While some critics argue the quality is lacking, I find the merchandise perfectly sufficient, especially since it so easily fits my budget.

As you enter the establishment, your attention is drawn to kitchen items and seasonal decorations, which are often catch the eyes of parents. Next, you will find an aisle of kitchen items, followed by gardening, fishing, and additional seasonal decorations. A variety of snacks is placed centrally, accompanied by personal and medical supplies. The store continues with crafts and school supplies, ultimately leading to a section containing toys, books, gift bags, and more. While unassuming, the experience evokes the thrill of a treasure hunt at an affordable price. I am excited to shop here. The location of Dollarama in Fort Saskatchewan is ideal, being situated beside the No Frills store which very favourable to my time in doing some shopping for my family.

Rowena Morallo

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Indigo Bookstore is my go to spot when I need some me time. I love going there when I want to buy a book, explore new arrivals or simply spend some quiet time reading. I love the cozy vibe and the shelves are neatly arranged. I don’t have a hard time finding the books and also the store has comfortable seating areas where readers can sit and relax , which makes me feel at home. It’s the perfect place to unwind,browse and get inspired.

Abigael Cadiente

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My favorite store is Twice But Nice, a thrift store. It may not be fancy, but every time I go, I feel like I'm on a treasure hunt. The scent of the past mesmerizes me. I love the old baskets, wooden vases, and wooden food trays. Every little things I can use for my crafts bring me joy.

As you enter the store, you first pass through the kitchen display where dishes, cups and saucers are displayed. On the left side you'll find racks of ladies and girl's clothing. while on the right are the men's and boy's clothing section. As you continue through the store, you'll come across sewing materials. There are also display of toys at the very left corner of the store. They also have a glass cabinet where they showcased their jewelries and other vintage collections. Everything is in the right place and perfectly clean.

What makes it special for me is because this store is supporting our local community by acting as non-profit thrift store, providing affordable items, supports our local non profit organization. It also save some items out of landfills, like textiles so it promote environment care.

Eva Pelina

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my favorite store to visit would have to be Indigo its were i can go to escape reality and have a little me time. the store has welcoming lighting that isn't too harsh and bright it hurts your head like most stores. the color palette for most of the stores I've been to are neutral colors are soft whites that don't hurt your eyes. as soon as you step into the store its like a warm embrace the lovely smell of new books and nostalgia hits you. walking down the isles looking at everything even if its something i wouldn't normally read is my favorite the layout of the shelves is easy to navigate and organized neatly by genre or types. they also have little seating areas where u can read a book and chill out. overall shopping at indigo is the best experience and highly recommend it if u haven't experienced it.

Jazzmyn Fisher

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Bath and Body Works is my favourite store to visit because I love seeing and smell new scents and seeing what is new especially during the seasons such as Fall/Winter. New scents from each seasons is always exciting and finding new candles or soaps for my home. An example would be for Fall, pumpkin snickerdoodle scent for candles for the fall season.

Every time it's a new season, the store colors, theme, and scents change. Although the scent can be strong, it gets me in the spirit of the seasons!

Samantha Sevilla

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I love going to IKEA in Edmonton. I am not from there, but whenever we go to the city, we always take the time to go and walk around IKEA. It is one of my happy places, it makes me calm and also my go to place to buy affordable but functional Furnitures and housewares. I love seeing different set up and ideas of bedrooms, kitchen and anything you can think of your dream house to look like.

You can get ideas on how you want the interior of your house to look like, what furniture or items to get by just walking around the store. They also have a lot of inexpensive items and products; they are affordable and very cute and also functional.

Also, the food there is great and budget friendly. It can be very busy and crowded there on a weekend but whenever I go there, I always take my time to walk around every department and when I leave the store, I feel relaxed and calm, that's why I love this place.

Jessa Nalzaro

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My favourite store is Paradise Cove. It is a small store where I live in Whitefish Lake. It has so many memories from the past and it always has the items I need. My grandpa who passed use to take my cousins and I all the time for a treat after we helped him do a task.

They always decorate for halloween/fall which is my favourite season. It is near a lake with a lot of trees so it is beautfiful.

It is my favourite store mostly for the memories. Reminds me of my grandpa which I love. I will contiue to go there throughout my life. It is also a small business which I like to help and contribute too.

Trista Houle

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I enjoy visiting Winners/HomeSense because there are so many hidden gems that you can find. The store is set up in different sections and I feel like you can spend the entire day going through all of the sections. The store is bright and usually well organized.

Winners/HomeSense are often times attached so it's nice to be able to go in between the stores. Both stores feature their seasonal items when you first enter. There is something for everyone. Their price tags also feature their price aswell as a "comparable price" at other retailers. Winners slogan is "Find Fabulous For Less" which is true you can find lots of big brands for less!

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I really like to go in Dollar tree because it is very interesting place for to shop whatever I need. There are different sections for different items such as school material all together in one section and house material all items in one section that is easy way to find and it also save my time to find anything easily. The price is also cheap for all items as compare to the other stores and material is also good there. Moreover, place is clear and well organized so I can walk around easily to look at everything clearly and my most favourite section is Birthday section in which there are birthday cards, decorative material, gifts and balloons. The smell is really nice and lightning is bright there so people can look at everything easily. Moreover, people who are working there are really helpful and nice by nature.

Arashpreet kaur

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Homesense/ Winners is my favourite store to go to when I just want to aimlessly wander. I can spend hours there looking at everything, they just have such a variety of items available, from home decor, to household stuff, to delisciously scented candles. There is something for everyone there. They are also very budget friendly, while also having the ability to find some higher ticket items still for a better deal. I love grabbing a coffee and just wandering through the store without a purpose. If I go there and don't leave with something. (which is rare) I at least get inspiration for a potential style of decor, or a craft idea.

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My favourite store is Hallmark. Hallmark in South common is a beautiful well organized store close to my home. It is filled with a variety of greeting cards, ornaments, and presents for almost every occasion

When you walk in, you are always greeted with a "Hello" and a smile from the friendly and welcoming staff. The smell of all the fresh paper cards greets you too.

My senses are overwhelmingly happy with all the beautiful colors, designs, sounds, and displays.

The store is set up into different areas which makes shopping that much enjoyable for senses. There are beautifully light Christmas ornaments, yummy smelling candles and home fragrances, soft and furry jelly cat stuffy's, the fresh smelling cards and that's just to name a few

Charlie Wasano

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My favourite place to go to is this little cafe in my town. The set up is nice, there’s booths, tables. They have bookshelves full of books and board games. It smells like coffee and food. The lighting in there isn’t too bright but also isn’t too dark. I find it a cozy little place.

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I enjoy the store Winners. I love the great variety of items on its shelves and racks arranged in various categories. Each selection varies from time to time, so it is impossible to predict what you will find inside. Sometimes they even have big brands on for cheap, making prizes very affordable. They have bright lighting, so you can see everything clearly without making it overwhelming. The atmosphere is welcoming and the store is well organized.  It has a new and clean smell.  The store is always colorful with an array of seasonal items

Presley.D

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Freson Bros Edmonton

My favourite store is Freson Brothers because, unlike a traditional grocery store, it feels colourful and welcoming. There are your regular food items, but there are also unique items you can't find anywhere else. There is none near my home, which makes it extra special when I get to go to one because it feels like an adventure. I also love how they have a restaurant and hot, fresh food you can buy after your shopping experience. The staff are always so kind and helpful, which makes the store even better. My favourite aisle is the candy one because it is filled with old classics, but also new and exciting treats. I also always get one of there suprise candy bags. It mixes boring food shopping and fun, which in my opinion is a great combo. They carry both local and international products, which makes for a cultural adventure. It's one of my and my best friend's favourite places to hang out because there are never-ending items to explore.

Mackenzie T