Our 5 top picks for Back to School deals in Canada

With September around the corner we're already being bombarded by back to school commercials. These days, a store doesn't even need to sell pencils and paper for you to save. Here's a list of five great back to school sales for your kids.

1. Athlete's World

With the purchase of one t-shirt, hoodie, bag, hat, or shoes you can save 50% on your second purchase. Bring the family and all will enjoy the savings. Note: it applies to select styles only, so check out each store for more info.

2. Gap/Banana Republic/Old Navy

Make sure to print this coupon and Save 30% on everything you purchase in Gap, Banana Republic and Old Navy stores. For in-store use only. Also, 5% of what you spend benefits the Canadian Aids Society. Four days only, August 26-29th, so hurry into stores.

3. L.L. Bean

Get your kid the perfect school backpack during L.L. Bean's 20% off bag sale. And don't be afraid to shop online: shipping is free throughout Canada!

4. Lenscrafters

Is your child having trouble seeing the blackboard? Lenscrafters gives you 50% off prescription lenses with the purchase of frames at regular price. Hurry: sale is only until the end of August!

5. Staples/Business Depot

Not only have prices been slashed on many items, but buying certain brands gets you gift cards for other stores. Buy a Five Star notebook and any other Five Star item and you'll receive a $20 gift card to Foot Locker. A sixty pack of Crayola pencil crayons gets you a 2 for 1 new release coupon at Blockbuster. Check the link for further deals and details.

Jeff Halperin
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		Co-founder of Fingertips School of Music, Jeff teaches people young and old how to play guitar. He has a BA in English from Dalhousie University as well as a BA Education from U of Toronto.
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