The Salvation Army Thrift Store is expanding in Saskatoon with the opening of a second and larger location in the city this week.
The non-profit organization said its new 13,500-square-foot Saskatoon South store at 503 Nelson Rd. will open to the public on Thursday at 10 a.m., adding to its existing presence in the Saskatchewan city.
The organization said the new location is intended to expand access to lower-cost shopping options while supporting Salvation Army programs and services in the community. The store will carry new and used clothing, household goods, books and electronics.
The Salvation Army said proceeds from sales at the store will help fund programs and services including food security initiatives, shelter and housing supports, rehabilitation and recovery programs, and emergency disaster relief efforts.
“We’re excited to open our doors in Saskatoon South and welcome even more members of the community to shop and donate,” said Ted Troughton, managing director of The Salvation Army Thrift Store.
“Donations are at the heart of what we do, and the generosity of the community plays a vital role in helping us support individuals and families in need.”
The organization said the new store is located near residential neighbourhoods and local businesses and includes parking for customers and donors.
The Salvation Army said donations collected through its thrift store operations help divert items from landfills while generating funding for local programs.
Community members will be able to donate and shop for a range of items including clothing, textiles and household goods. The organization said the store’s inventory will include both new and gently used merchandise priced to help households manage costs.
“This new store represents so much more than a place to shop. It’s a celebration of community,” said Troughton.
“Every visit to this store, whether to shop or donate, helps us extend hope, dignity, and support to our neighbours. We can’t wait to welcome the Saskatoon community into this new space.”
The Saskatoon South location will operate Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Donations will be accepted during the same hours, with Sunday donation hours running from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Salvation Army Thrift Store said it operates 98 thrift stores across Canada through its National Recycling Operations division. The organization said it diverted more than 80 million pounds of items from landfills last year through its textile collection and resale activities.
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