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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Amazon has 100s of deals to shop this weekend — save up to 80% on tech, home, kitchen and more
It's nearly June, and do you know what that means? Amazon Prime Day is slowly creeping up on us. However, we're still quite some days away, and I wouldn't want to rush us through summer. That said, I have some good news for ya — you don't have to wait until July to score some epic Amazon deals. Between Amazon's coupon page and deals store, you can still save on plenty of products across all categories. Need a new pair of headphones, a smart TV or even a laptop? There are tons of tech discounts that have you covered. The same goes for beauty items, personal wellness, kitchen appliances and so much more. Are you planning on shopping solely Canadian products? Eh, we heavily support that, and we suggest shopping Amazon's Canada Showcase. 🇨🇦 And hey, if you're looking for a Father's Day gift, Amazon has plenty of dad-approved finds, from lawnmowers to handy gadgets and gizmos. Keep scrolling to dive into some seriously good deals to score this weekend. Wow, talk about an epic deal. At 80 per cent off, you can add these bestselling Monster earbuds to your cart for just $30. They're wireless, waterproof and look super sleek, too. Shoppers are "impressed" with these little 'buds and confirm they deliver "good sound quality." So, if you don't feel like forking out hundreds on name-brand styles (understandably), you can opt for these affordable ones instead. More deals like this: Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $329 (originally $479) Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $30 (originally $146) Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) for $150 (originally $240) Acer Aspire 3 Laptop for $400 (originally $530) New Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $90 (originally $120) If you've been wanting to ditch your clunky, corded vacuum cleaner for a sleek, cordless option, I highly suggest snagging this one for 72 per cent off. It's a no. 1 bestseller, and shoppers say it's "light and powerful." Why make your chores more painful, ya know? Lightweight is the way to go when tackling cleaning the house. And for less than $150, you can't really go wrong. More deals like this: 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo for $171 (originally $360) Cordless Electric Cleaning Brush for $50 (originally $400) Conair Garment Upright Steamer for $65 (originally $100) Lift-Top Coffee Table with Hidden Compartment for $152 (originally $220) Bissell PowerClean Turbo Pet XL Upright Carpet Cleaner for $200 (originally $250) More than 4,000 people purchased this vitamin C serum in the past month and for a good reason. There are so many benefits to vitamin C in skin care, and this one is packed with even more goodies, like hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, niacinamide, retinol and more. This will quickly become a staple in your beauty regimen. More deals like this: grace & stella Eye Serum Roller for $10 (originally $14) Hypochlorous Acid All Natural Face and Skin Spray for $16 (originally $19) Vital Proteins Bovine Collagen Peptides for $49 (originally $58) MANSCAPED The Lawn Mower 5.0 ULTRA Body Hair Trimmer for $127 (originally $150) Rosemary Essential Oil for Hair & Skin for $15 (originally $19) These 25-foot LED string lights are exactly what your patio or porch is missing. Just picture how much more enchanting your summer nights will feel with a little illumination to set the vibe. For 30 per cent off, you can snag these Edison bulbs for just $20. They're an "Amazon's Choice" product with more than 73,000 reviews to back 'em up. More deals like this: Patio Outdoor Umbrella for $120 (originally $140) Pop-Up Canopy Tent for $110 (originally $150) Expandable Garden Hose for $40 (originally $47) Outdoor Bug Zapper with LED Light for $38 (originally $45) Greenworks Pressure Washer for $114 (originally $160) From someone who went from living in a Keurig household to a Nespresso household, I can honestly say I am never going back. Nespresso coffee is top-tier, in my humble opinion — robust, smooth and very flavourful. If you don't already own a machine, this white one by De'Longhi is currently more than half off, so now's your chance. More deals like this: Double Wall Glass Coffee Mugs for $33 (originally $40) Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 8-qt. (7.6L) 2-Basket Air Fryer for $150 (originally $170) Amazon Basics Enamelled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven for $59 (originally $87) Vacuum Sealer Machine for $80 (originally $200) Digital Kitchen Scale for $15 (originally $22)
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Amazon has 100s of deals to shop this weekend — save up to 80% on tech, home, kitchen and more
It's nearly June, and do you know what that means? Amazon Prime Day is slowly creeping up on us. However, we're still quite some days away, and I wouldn't want to rush us through summer. That said, I have some good news for ya — you don't have to wait until July to score some epic Amazon deals. Between Amazon's coupon page and deals store, you can still save on plenty of products across all categories. Need a new pair of headphones, a smart TV or even a laptop? There are tons of tech discounts that have you covered. The same goes for beauty items, personal wellness, kitchen appliances and so much more. Are you planning on shopping solely Canadian products? Eh, we heavily support that, and we suggest shopping Amazon's Canada Showcase. 🇨🇦 And hey, if you're looking for a Father's Day gift, Amazon has plenty of dad-approved finds, from lawnmowers to handy gadgets and gizmos. Keep scrolling to dive into some seriously good deals to score this weekend. More deals like this: Bose QuietComfort Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones for $329 (originally $479) Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $30 (originally $146) Google Nest Doorbell (Wired, 2nd Gen) for $150 (originally $240) Acer Aspire 3 Laptop for $400 (originally $530) New Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet for $90 (originally $120) More deals like this: 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo for $171 (originally $360) Cordless Electric Cleaning Brush for $50 (originally $400) Conair Garment Upright Steamer for $65 (originally $100) Lift-Top Coffee Table with Hidden Compartment for $152 (originally $220) Bissell PowerClean Turbo Pet XL Upright Carpet Cleaner for $200 (originally $250) More deals like this: grace & stella Eye Serum Roller for $10 (originally $14) Hypochlorous Acid All Natural Face and Skin Spray for $16 (originally $19) Vital Proteins Bovine Collagen Peptides for $49 (originally $58) MANSCAPED The Lawn Mower 5.0 ULTRA Body Hair Trimmer for $127 (originally $150) Rosemary Essential Oil for Hair & Skin for $15 (originally $19) More deals like this: Patio Outdoor Umbrella for $120 (originally $140) Pop-Up Canopy Tent for $110 (originally $150) Expandable Garden Hose for $40 (originally $47) Outdoor Bug Zapper with LED Light for $38 (originally $45) Greenworks Pressure Washer for $114 (originally $160) More deals like this: Double Wall Glass Coffee Mugs for $33 (originally $40) Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 8-qt. (7.6L) 2-Basket Air Fryer for $150 (originally $170) Amazon Basics Enamelled Cast Iron Round Dutch Oven for $59 (originally $87) Vacuum Sealer Machine for $80 (originally $200) Digital Kitchen Scale for $15 (originally $22)
Globe and Mail
09-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Readers offer their picks for Buying Canadian
Rod Sheridan enjoys an evening lounging in his Toronto home, skimming the Lee Valley Tools 2025 product catalogue – or what his wife jokingly calls 'tool porn.' He's a loyal customer of the family-owned Canadian company that's been selling woodworking and home repair tools, gardening items, and kitchenware for more than 45 years. And he's one of many patriotic shoppers who are advocating for Canadian brands amid the current U.S.-Canada trade war. When The Globe launched its Buy Canadian Guide this winter, it received more than 300 reader recommendations for Canadian-made products, ranging from artisan pyjamas from Bowen Island to iceberg-infused skincare from Newfoundland. 'At a time when we're worrying about trade with unreliable partners and the economic costs of tariffs, Lee Valley actually [makes] products that enable you to [save],' Mr. Sheridan said. The Big Guide to Canadian Shopping The retired electrical technologist and woodworking enthusiast recalls the time he bought a try-square from Lee Valley made of rosewood with a brass insert. 'It was gorgeous,' he said while sitting in his living room, admiring the hardwood floors and the various furniture he's made over the years – all with supplies purchased from Lee Valley. Mr. Sheridan also points to the environmental benefits of buying quality-made Canadian goods. 'We're filling the landfill up with junk,' he said. 'My mom had one kettle during her lifetime [and] it's actually recyclable because it's stainless steel, so it could get smelted down, [not like] the $20 plastic one you buy at Walmart.' And when it comes to food, folks like Mr. Sheridan know how to make do with what they have. 'I probably never had a kiwi or an avocado until I was an adult,' he said. 'Apples survive the winter [so] we had apples since we could grow them.' Accessing quality produce year-round isn't an issue for Jennifer Panek however, who's been frequenting the Ottawa Farmers' Market since the threat of tariffs. 'I'm definitely trying to avoid U.S. products quite deliberately,' she said. 'I'm someone who's gone almost completely local for food.' Ms. Panek supports local producers whenever she can including artisan chocolate makers like Toronto-based ChocoSol whose fresh bean-to-bar products can be found in natural food stores and online, even through monthly subscriptions. Despite living in an urban area, there are items that are hard to source for Ms. Panek. 'Medium-grain rice seems to be all imported from the U.S. even at local Asian grocery stores,' she said. Vancouver resident Angela Tai has several suggestions for those looking for Asian-Canadian products. One of her beloved brands is Sunrise Soya Foods, a family-owned and operated business from Vancouver that makes a wide range of soy products, including desserts and beverages. With a goal 'to have tofu in every fridge in Canada,' its products are now readily available at major grocery stores. Opinion: Forget 'Buy Canadian.' 'Travel Canadian' is actually making a difference Businesses too are celebrating the 'Buy Canadian' movement and seeing an uptick in patriotic customers. Take for example, Canadian burger chain, A&W, with some of their 1,050 franchisees across the country changing their logo to 'Eh & W.' 'We're hearing from our guests that they're coming to A&W because we are a Canadian business and they want to support us,' the company said in an e-mail statement. The continuing economic uncertainty has amplified efforts by businesses to champion Canadian products. For instance, grocery retailer Save-On-Foods has displayed 'Product of Canada' and 'Made in Canada' signs on store shelves and added a 'Shop Canadian' page on their online platform. (Other grocery chains are using similar approaches.) The company which operates 187 Save-On-Foods locations across Western Canada, sources products from more than 2,000 local suppliers, and has seen a noticeable shift in customers choosing Canadian options first, according to Ben Harrack, senior vice-president for owner Pattison Food Group. 'We have definitely seen an increase in demand for Canadian products within our stores,' he said. Despite the proliferation of Buy Canadian branding, some consumers still struggle to find domestic products in certain categories. Cathy Farr of Guelph, Ont., has been disappointed to find out that most everyday items for her pets are imported from the U.S. 'Has this country fallen so far down that we have to import kitty litter? I'm pretty sure I could go and dig some sand out of the backyard,' she said. Writing letters to retailers and making the extra effort to source Canadian goods has become a hobby for the 75-year-old. She's managed to find one Canadian brand, Green Beaver that makes all-natural personal care products. Her favourites are their mint hand soap, citrus deodorant, and cinnamon toothpaste. Ms. Farr sees buying Canadian as a way of contributing to her community that she foresees being hit hard by auto tariffs. 'I wish I had the means to buy a steel plant, but the way I look at it is, if enough Canadians buy enough Canadian-made products, whether it's a tube of toothpaste or hand soap, then the owner of that company can maybe buy a new truck,' she said. For Mr. Sheridan, the tariff war is about consciously stopping purchases from U.S. companies too. '[Tariffs] are not things you take lightly,' he said. 'Once somebody shows you what they're like, believe them.'
