{"id":61110,"date":"2020-12-23T01:26:44","date_gmt":"2020-12-23T01:26:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.glaciermediadigital.ca\/?p=61110"},"modified":"2020-12-23T01:27:58","modified_gmt":"2020-12-23T01:27:58","slug":"gmds-shop-local-recommendations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lodestardigital.ca\/index.php\/2020\/12\/23\/gmds-shop-local-recommendations\/","title":{"rendered":"GMD’s Shop Local Recommendations"},"content":{"rendered":"

I have some great news to share with you. Beyond the obvious (i.e., 2020 is almost over, vaccines are being approved and distributed), we have collectively learned some important lessons this year. The one I am focussing on right now is the significance of supporting our friends, family and neighbours by shopping local (scroll down for a few local, Vancouver-area businesses).<\/p>\n

In March, when many stores and public places were forced to close their doors, small businesses run by the members of our communities were among the hardest hit. While the general population continued to make purchases and spend money, much of that ended up in the pocket of a certain well-known online retailer (that will remain nameless). But the truth is that with the help of ecommerce and alternative payment methods, like etransfer and Paypal, we can spread the wealth and help local businesses thrive!<\/p>\n

The Glacier team has put together a short list of local businesses and entrepreneurs that have some incredible offerings. Whether you are gifting to a friend or treating yourself, these sites have a ton of amazing products!<\/p>\n

The Shop Local List<\/h2>\n