Downtown Victoria: Support Local Business

Today is Black Friday, and we want you to think local before heading to those mega-retailers that just don't need the sales like our local small businesses do. Take advantage of great savings, just please, please, please do so locally! For example, @thedancinglily has a great BIG sale you should definitely check out! - P.S. We messed up! 🤦 - Earlier this morning we posted about Black Friday and asked that Victorians remember to support local on this deal-filled day... But we used the example of a chain store, which is not entirely local despite having a storefront downtown. We came off rather tone-deaf and we felt pretty silly. It was an honest mix-up, a case of miscommunication on our marketing team. Stuff happens and mistakes are made, but the message to support local on this massive sale-day was too important to simply ignore. We're sorry!

Downtown Victoria boasts a wonderful collection of toy stores. From stuff animals to action figures to so much more, these stores carry everything we need to have fun. Just inside their doors are hidden treasures for the child in all of us. Just like other types of businesses in a pandemic, these stores need our support to remain viable and open. One such treasure trove of toy-related fun is @kaboodlesvictoria! Don't miss out on their wide collection of products, and their friendly service for your holiday shopping! - #shoplocal #shoplocalvictoria #shoplocalyyj #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #toystore #yyjshopping #yyjtoys #yyjholidayshopping #holidayshoppingmadeeasy #yyjsmallbusiness #yyjbusiness

@thenaturalhairsalon has started a recycling program for disposable masks! There is a box located by the salon at 618 View Street. They want to help keep those masks out of landfills, the oceans and other natural places. Please bring your disposable masks to recycle and please pass this along to your friends so we can help keep our downtown core and the world cleaner! - #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #recycle #disposablemasks #downtownvictoriabc #hairsalon #hairstyles #victoriasalon #victoriahair #sustainableliving #sustainability #yyjbusiness #yyjbeauty #yyjhair

Once again we're counting our blessings and staying positive! Yes, Bonnie Henry's address yesterday was tough, but we're grateful for our beautiful city and community, always. We're in this together, and together we will get through it! - 📸: @itsgariele - thank you for sharing this beautiful capture of Douglas Street and City Hall! - #downtownvictoria #downtownvictoriabc #downtownyyj #cityscape #cityhall #localphotographer #yyj #yyjphotography #yyjphoto #yyjcommunity #supportlocalyyj #dvba

Two months ago, Chunky Kitchen Cafe opened its doors downtown. Located on Pandora Street at Fan Tan Alley, this little cafe boasts quick service, fresh food and affordable prices. With the pandemic still a part of our lives, small businesses, such as Chunky Kitchen Cafe, need our help to stay open and survive the financial difficulties of our present circumstances. Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) for more information on Chunky Kitchen Cafe! - Photo Credit: Ariel Glidden - #downtownvictoria #downtownvictoriabc #downtownyyj #downtownyyjbusiness #yyjbusiness #thinklocal #thinklocalfirst #yyjeats #localbusiness

This year, more than ever before, it’s vital to support local during the holidays. Not only do these small retail businesses have to compete for business with big box stores and services like Amazon, but they also must combat the effects of COVID-19. Don’t let the fact that you are at home deter you from shopping local! Many downtown Victoria businesses have gone online to stay afloat, meaning you can shop local from the comfort of your couch. Please, give the gift of local this holiday season. A gift bought locally is a gift not only for your loved one, but for the business, their staff, their suppliers, and the community. Your dollars make a difference. Check out the new store directory on our website for more information! www.downtownvictoria.ca - @galafabrics is a family-run business for all of your sewing and fabric needs. They carry fabric, notions, patterns and so much more! With an online shop, you can shop from the comfort of your own home! - #shoplocal #shoplocalfirst #downtownvictoria #downtownvictoriabc #fabric #sewing #downtownyyj #downtownyyjvictoriabc #downtownyyjbusiness #yyjbusiness

In downtown Victoria, we are fortunate to have easy access to wonderful seafood. Restaurants throughout the downtown core offer delicious treats for those who adore fresh seafood, including @finns_restaurant_victoria. Just like other types of businesses in a pandemic, these restaurants need our support to remain viable and open. Check out our new blog post (link in bio!) for more information on some fantastic downtown seafood restaurants! - Photo Credit: Ariel Glidden - #thinklocal #downtownvictoria #downtownvictoriabc #seafood #victoriaeats #yyjeats #downtownyyj

@thebaycentre is now open until 8 pm on Thursdays and Fridays! They're also offering three-hour free parking on weekends and free parking after 6 pm Thursdays and Fridays in the Bay Centre’s underground parkade. - Festival of Trees in support of @bcchf is launching this Thursday, November 19th. Come downtown and get into the holiday spirit! 🎄 - 📸: @itsathingimagery - stunning photo!! - #yyjshopping #downtownvictoria #downtownyyj #yyj #yyjsupportlocal #supportlocalyyj #dvba #victoriabc #yyjcommunity #yyjholidays