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*TIS the season for Christmas
shopping — traditionally short on
parking, big on crowds and long
on line-ups.

But it doesn’t have to be that bad.
Retailers want their customers to have an
enjoyable and safe shopping experience this
holiday so they've made this list of holiday

shopping tips to help the giving go a little
easier.

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(B Make your gift list and stick to it.

B® Never leave your purse or wallet unattend-
ed. Always make sure it is zipped or snapped
shut.

@ When paying with a debit or credit card,
never ler it out of your sight. Make sure no
one is looking over your shoulder when vou
enter your PIN.

a Before making a purchase, ask about the
store’s return and exchange policies. Keep all
of your receipts.

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@ Never send cash in the mail. Use gift cer-
tificates instead. And if you're sending pack-
ages out of cown, check with Canada Post for
mailing deadlines.
@ Shop comfortably. Leave parcels with a
checkroom attendant or put them ina locker.
Check heavy coats and winter boots.
B Always fock your parcels and shopping
bags in the trunk of your car. Don't leave
them in the back seat where passers-by can
spoc them.

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days without the hassle

@ Stop tor a break. Take a load off your feet,
and plan where you want to shop next.
@ At the end of your shopping day, reward
yourself with a treat. You've earned it!

Retail Council of Canada (www.retail-
council.org) has been the voice of retail in
Canada since 1963. It is a not-for-profit,
industry-funded association whose more than
8,500 members embrace all retail formats,
including department, specialty, discount,
independent and online stores.

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