Sears Canada extends savings programs

TORONTO The economic crisis is affecting more than Americans, as evidenced by Sears Canada's extension of its "Budget Relief Price Drops" program into its Scratch and Save Thanksgiving weekend promotion, a sale which applies to almost every item in the store.

Sears said it has taken this action as a response to Canadians who are looking for ways to stretch their budgets during these uncertain economic times.

"Sears wants our customers to know that they can shop with confidence and are receiving exceptional value for their dollar," said Dene Rogers, president and ceo of Sears Canada. "We believe that our latest round of price cuts show that Sears is seriously responding to Canadians who are looking for ways to stretch their household budgets."

In addition to apparel savings of up to 50% off Sears regular prices, Sears has introduced a new component to its Scratch and Save promotion this year which is that customers can save double the value of their scratch card savings for major appliances, furniture and mattress sets. Some conditions apply.