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Macy’s gears up for 9th annual Shop For A Cause event
It’s time for customers who shop at Macy’s to feel extra good as the retailer gears up for its ninth annual national “Shop For A Cause” charity event Saturday, Aug. 23.
The one-day-only shopping event was created to support local charities’ fundraising efforts. Since 2006, the program has helped raise more than $44 million for thousands of charities across the country.
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Staples Back-to-School study: Canadians look for value
Toronto -- According to the Staples' Annual Back-to-School study evaluating the back-to-school shopping habits of Canadian customers, value is the top priority; 81% of Canadians say they look for a retailer that offers good value.
Highlights from the annual survey include:
• 81% of back-to-school shoppers look for a retailer that offers good value;
• Nearly three quarters (74%) of Canadian back-to-school shoppers prepare their own lists;
• Almost as many (71%) make their own budget;
