Kaslo and Area Chamber of Commerce
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Shop Local - It Just Makes Sense!Did you know that shopping close to home:1 Keeps your dollars in your town!
Shopping local helps support and maintain your community, creates jobs, keeps the downtown healthy and builds a community that is worth living in. 2 Supports Local Non Profits!
When local business owners thrive, they are able to donate more to local charities and initiatives. 3 Creates Character & Prosperity!
A thriving business core increases the overall satisfaction of a town's inhabitants and enhances the value of homes and property. 4 Reduces Environmental Impact!
Consuming less gas not only saves money but saves the environment as well! 5 Creates new jobs!
Most new jobs in a community are provided by local businesses. 6 Means You Matter More!
Isn't it nice to be greeted by name when you enter a shop? Local business owners get to know you personally and are better able to respond to your individual wants and needs. 7 Is just a whole lot more fun!
In a small local shop, inventory is carefully chosen by the owner, you can find all sorts of unexpected treasures and meet friends and neighbours along the way. 8 Supports Diversity and Leads To More Consumer Choices!
The more dollars spent locally, the more choices become available to the consumer. 9 Saves you money!
If you add in travel, parking costs, fees to transport larger items home and the value of your time, shopping local just makes sense. |
