Groceries

Smart Grocery Shopping 🛒

How to shop smart, compare local stores, and eat well on a student budget.

Where to Shop: Discount vs. Premium 🏬

For budget-friendly shopping, look for discount grocery stores like No Frills, Food Basics, or Walmart. Premium stores like Sobeys, Metro, or Zehrs are convenient but tend to be significantly more expensive for everyday essentials.

Visit No Frills

Always Ask for Student Discounts 🏷️

Many local Canadian grocery stores offer a 10% student discount on specific days of the week (usually Tuesdays or Thursdays). Always keep your student ID card in your wallet and ask the cashier at checkout!

Visit Metro

Download the Flipp & Too Good To Go Apps 📱

Download the "Flipp" app to view weekly digital flyers and price-match items. To save on meals while preventing food waste, check out "Too Good To Go" to buy surplus food bags from local bakeries and cafes at a fraction of the price.

Visit Flipp