Thread by @cherlk

This is a thread about how easy it is to #shoplocal with limited visits/contact. I decided to do nearly all my holiday shopping at local businesses largely in Main Street districts like @oldstrathcona. #supportlocalyeg /1

I started with my gift lists and figured out which stores I could get the gifts from. Then I searched each business online to determine how they were serving customers (e-commerce, pick up, delivery). /2

Once I found the stores that had online ordering, I purchased everything I wanted through their e-commerce platforms and chose to pick up (to save on shipping). /3

Once I had all my gifts ordered, I organized all the email order confirmations into a folder so I could keep track of them. /4

Last, picking up gifts! Today I picked up a few of my gifts I purchased in @oldstrathcona and coordinated getting a few at once. All had curbside pick up options. /5

And it’s just that easy!
I’ll also add some perks to shopping Main Streets: no crowds, no real lineups, unique gifts and fresh air! (Also you’ll make a small business owner smile 😊). /fin #shoplocal #supportlocalyeg

One additional bonus to brighten your spirits when you shop in @oldstrathcona in the evening - this beautifully lit park! #yegparks #holidaylights #oldstrathcona