I am hoping that Value Village reads this review. Today I was at the Silver Springs unit,…read moreyesterday at Shawnessy and North East Calgary the day before. They have some outstanding goods and the prices are excellent. My complaint is that I am old-fashioned and pay by cash. I am hopeful that a number of poor Calgarians shop at Value Village and also pay by cash. Why is it so difficult to pay by cash? Most of the times the machines won't take cash. Today the self-serve had one or two customers while those of us paying by cash had to wait in a long lineup that took 20+ minutes. It is so frustrating.

Visiting family for vacation, my cousin and I decided to visit this place since she likes to see…read morewhat she can find here. I had a blast rummaging through all the clothing, and I ended up picking up this jersey. I also found an instant camera, but I'm docking two stars because it was missing a part--the charger and battery. If you buy electronics (or anything here really), beware. I ended up buying a charger and battery online which pretty much ended up costing as much as what's listed on eBay in USD. Otherwise, not a bad place to burn time and have fun. Now I can rep Canada!

I was so excited to see this brand of thrift store because I had a favorite one as a child, but I…read moresomehow question if they were the same organization/ company. I was equally thrilled to see it in a beautiful old building. And it's three floors of merch, I figured I'd leave with tons. Not so much. Not really the fault of the store that these days most donated clothes are utter trash. I feel sorry for the youngsters these days. When I was in my teens and 20s, not only was thrifting super inexpensive but you'd find such cool stuff. Now it's all the trash that hasn't been sent to the landfill and it is sad. 98% of everything I looked at in tops and dresses was plastic/ polyester. I did find a simple cotton Calvin Klein top for about $10, and one actual vintage dress for about $18. Ties were pricier than in the states. Couldn't quite make out the rhyme or reason on pricing, but there you go. I'll try to remeber to snap my finds with price tags.

****AFTER FILING A COMPLAINT NOTHING WAS DONE SO I AM WARNING WOMEN TO NOT DONATE CLOTHING ON A…read moreWEEKEND WITHOUT SOMEONE WITH YOU THIS WASN'T JUST A RUDE ENCOUNTER IT WAS A FRIGHTING AGGRESSIVE INTERACTION PLEASE BE CAREFUL**** I am writing to formally report a serious incident that occurred while attempting to donate clothing at a Value Village donation centre in Calgary on 104-58th Ave SE on Sunday February 1/26. The circumstances of this interaction raise significant concerns regarding donor safety and staff conduct on your premises. During the donation process, an Asian male employee became confrontational and aggressive without provocation. He stated that my donation would not be accepted due to my "attitude," despite no inappropriate behavior on my part. The situation escalated rapidly. It is important to note that this was not the first instance in which this employee displayed rude and aggressive behavior. Prior to this incident, I had already observed and experienced unnecessarily hostile conduct from him, which made the escalation during this encounter particularly alarming. The employee removed my donated items from the donation bin and forcefully threw them back into the trunk of my vehicle. He then moved into my personal space in a manner that was physically intimidating. At that point, I felt unsafe remaining in the area. My elderly aunt was present and was visibly distressed by the employee's behavior. Given her age and vulnerability, the situation was particularly concerning. Out of concern for our safety, we immediately returned to our vehicle and left the property. This incident reflects a serious breakdown in appropriate workplace conduct and raises significant concerns regarding staff training, supervision, and enforcement of basic safety standards for members of the public. The behavior exhibited was not merely unprofessional; it was aggressive, intimidating, and created an environment in which I reasonably feared for my personal safety. Employees interacting with donors represent your organization and are entrusted with maintaining a safe and controlled public space. When that standard is not met--particularly through repeated hostile conduct--the risk to customers and donors becomes unacceptable. No individual should feel threatened, physically intimidated, or compelled to leave your property out of fear, especially during a routine and voluntary donation process. The presence of an elderly individual during this incident further heightened the seriousness of the situation. Vulnerable members of the public must be able to rely on the expectation that your premises are safe and that staff behavior will not place them at risk. I am requesting that this matter be reviewed at the corporate level and that appropriate steps be taken to ensure donor safety and prevent similar occurrences. I would appreciate written confirmation outlining how this concern has been addressed. Please contact me at .... should further information be required. I trust this matter will be handled with the seriousness it warrants. I look forward to your response within 10-14 business days.

The Items they're selling still expensive for second hand. Only have discount only seniorread more

Came for clothes, specifically mens pants, I found a few pairs the pricing was inconsistent but…read morereasonable, However there are no changing rooms at this location, absolutely frustrating. When I asked why I was given a very basic because excuse. 90% of the product offered here is clothes, unacceptable.

I'm a huge proponent of volunteering. Whether it's a one-off event or a steady, long term…read morecommitment to a specific organization, I believe that volunteering in any capacity is a rewarding and enriching experience. However, I find that a lot of people approach it from the standpoint of "unpaid work"; simply building up your resume and accumulating hours towards a specific career path. I think that sometimes people forget that it is possible to gear your volunteer hours towards your own interests. There is nothing that says that you can't have a kick ass time while gaining some valuable and marketable experience. All you really have to do is find something that jives with your passions, and a great way to do that is by going to Volunteer Calgary. So far, my experience with Volunteer Calgary has been limited to their website, but that's due to the fact that I've never felt the need to contact their offices; they make finding volunteer opportunities in Calgary and area literally as easy as a click of the mouse. Simply hit the large "Volunteer Opportunities" button on their homepage, and you're connected to a database where you can search openings at specific organizations, by area of interest, or by type of organization. These searches can be further broken down by age group, location, and level of commitment, etc. It's a great way to get information about what's going on in your community, as well as to connect with specific activities that suit your needs and desires. Once you find a posting that speaks to you - and they say a lot - just apply to the particulars in the "Contact" section and wait for someone to get back to you; simple as that. And don't forget that that's only one facet of this nonprofit; Volunteer Calgary also runs a number of different programs and works in conjunction with a vast network of member organizations. Check them out for their resource library, and leadership opportunities too!

We recently purchased two beautiful silk carpets from Indo Designer Rugs. The staff were all very…read morehelpful and willing to show us as many carpets as we wanted to view. We were also given good instructions on how to best clean and care for them. Our only concern is that as lovely as our new silk carpets are, they are somewhat thinner than what we had expected, and not as plush as the wool ones we replaced.

Okay seriously... how much time have I spent on 17th Ave?!? Years? Decades? A quarter of a century?…read more And still, it wasn't until yesterday that I had ever stepped foot inside Indo-Designer Rugs. One question: WHHHYYY?!?!? What a cool store! I mean, don't get me wrong, it's not like I"m a rug collector or anything, but I can definitely appreciate a beautiful rug. And considering this place carries Nepalese rugs, Indian rugs, silk rugs, Persian rugs, Afghanee rugs, and the list goes on and on, even an amateur rug observer can see that this place is where it's at. Plus, as if that wasn't enough, they also carry artifacts, statues, room dividers, showpieces and interior decorations. This place is absolutely amazing. And it's HUUUUUGE. From the outside, yeah, it looks pretty big, but you walk in, and it goes back as far as the eye can see! It's amaaazing! I will however warn you ahead of time: It costs big money to have things like what they carry shipped to Canada. So yes, everything is pretty highly priced. But keep in mind that artifacts, showpieces and designer rugs are always pricey. And hey, they do have a very thorough clearance section, so if you're on the 'spend-less' regiment, then you can definitely peruse this section and the chances of you seeing something you like are very high. Indo-Designer Rugs makes me wish I had a big mansion to put all these amazing things in. Well, for now, I'll just have to stick to going there to look, but mark my words, as soon as I get my very first luxurious crib, It will be completely furnished courtesy of Indo-Designer Rugs. Lookin' forward to it!

Attentive from the beginning to the end. highly recommended. firm staff are very helpful and caring.read more

We have NOT had a good experience with this firm unfortunately. Some years ago,my wife was attacked…read moreby a police dog while volunteering at a nonprofit . The police were completely at fault and admitted so ,on the spot and in a subsequent meeting . We met with one of the lawyers who assured he was " on the case "and would keep us in the loop at all times about the progress . For the first 3 or 4 years ,he was ok with giving us updates and communicating how things were going . Over the past several years ,not the case .They are not returning our emails or calls . Please ,do yourself a favor and shop around . Communication ,here, is non-existant I would include photos but ,they are too upsetting to us ,and would not want to upset anyone with how graphic they are and gorrie R.Lucas

****AFTER FILING A COMPLAINT NOTHING WAS DONE SO I AM WARNING WOMEN TO NOT DONATE CLOTHING ON A…read moreWEEKEND WITHOUT SOMEONE WITH YOU THIS WASN'T JUST A RUDE ENCOUNTER IT WAS A FRIGHTING AGGRESSIVE INTERACTION PLEASE BE CAREFUL**** I am writing to formally report a serious incident that occurred while attempting to donate clothing at a Value Village donation centre in Calgary on 104-58th Ave SE on Sunday February 1/26. The circumstances of this interaction raise significant concerns regarding donor safety and staff conduct on your premises. During the donation process, an Asian male employee became confrontational and aggressive without provocation. He stated that my donation would not be accepted due to my "attitude," despite no inappropriate behavior on my part. The situation escalated rapidly. It is important to note that this was not the first instance in which this employee displayed rude and aggressive behavior. Prior to this incident, I had already observed and experienced unnecessarily hostile conduct from him, which made the escalation during this encounter particularly alarming. The employee removed my donated items from the donation bin and forcefully threw them back into the trunk of my vehicle. He then moved into my personal space in a manner that was physically intimidating. At that point, I felt unsafe remaining in the area. My elderly aunt was present and was visibly distressed by the employee's behavior. Given her age and vulnerability, the situation was particularly concerning. Out of concern for our safety, we immediately returned to our vehicle and left the property. This incident reflects a serious breakdown in appropriate workplace conduct and raises significant concerns regarding staff training, supervision, and enforcement of basic safety standards for members of the public. The behavior exhibited was not merely unprofessional; it was aggressive, intimidating, and created an environment in which I reasonably feared for my personal safety. Employees interacting with donors represent your organization and are entrusted with maintaining a safe and controlled public space. When that standard is not met--particularly through repeated hostile conduct--the risk to customers and donors becomes unacceptable. No individual should feel threatened, physically intimidated, or compelled to leave your property out of fear, especially during a routine and voluntary donation process. The presence of an elderly individual during this incident further heightened the seriousness of the situation. Vulnerable members of the public must be able to rely on the expectation that your premises are safe and that staff behavior will not place them at risk. I am requesting that this matter be reviewed at the corporate level and that appropriate steps be taken to ensure donor safety and prevent similar occurrences. I would appreciate written confirmation outlining how this concern has been addressed. Please contact me at .... should further information be required. I trust this matter will be handled with the seriousness it warrants. I look forward to your response within 10-14 business days.

Decent selection depending on what you're looking for, but the electronic prices are more expensive…read morethen eBay.

Once again a very pleasant experience ordering t-shirts for our event in Calgary. Holly is an…read moreawesome professional, quick, and dedicated to offer very high standard to all customers. This business is my 'go-to' every time I need a great quality promotional products!

Holly from Budget Promotion is absolutely incredible! She went above and beyond to make sure my…read morecompany hats arrived in time for a very special occasion, working tirelessly and keeping me updated every step of the way. Her professionalism, dedication, and kindness made the entire experience seamless. I absolutely love working with this company -- their customer service is unmatched, and Holly is a true superstar. Highly recommend Budget Promotion for anyone looking for reliable, high-quality promotional products!

****AFTER FILING A COMPLAINT NOTHING WAS DONE SO I AM WARNING WOMEN TO NOT DONATE CLOTHING ON A…read moreWEEKEND WITHOUT SOMEONE WITH YOU THIS WASN'T JUST A RUDE ENCOUNTER IT WAS A FRIGHTING AGGRESSIVE INTERACTION PLEASE BE CAREFUL**** I am writing to formally report a serious incident that occurred while attempting to donate clothing at a Value Village donation centre in Calgary on 104-58th Ave SE on Sunday February 1/26. The circumstances of this interaction raise significant concerns regarding donor safety and staff conduct on your premises. During the donation process, an Asian male employee became confrontational and aggressive without provocation. He stated that my donation would not be accepted due to my "attitude," despite no inappropriate behavior on my part. The situation escalated rapidly. It is important to note that this was not the first instance in which this employee displayed rude and aggressive behavior. Prior to this incident, I had already observed and experienced unnecessarily hostile conduct from him, which made the escalation during this encounter particularly alarming. The employee removed my donated items from the donation bin and forcefully threw them back into the trunk of my vehicle. He then moved into my personal space in a manner that was physically intimidating. At that point, I felt unsafe remaining in the area. My elderly aunt was present and was visibly distressed by the employee's behavior. Given her age and vulnerability, the situation was particularly concerning. Out of concern for our safety, we immediately returned to our vehicle and left the property. This incident reflects a serious breakdown in appropriate workplace conduct and raises significant concerns regarding staff training, supervision, and enforcement of basic safety standards for members of the public. The behavior exhibited was not merely unprofessional; it was aggressive, intimidating, and created an environment in which I reasonably feared for my personal safety. Employees interacting with donors represent your organization and are entrusted with maintaining a safe and controlled public space. When that standard is not met--particularly through repeated hostile conduct--the risk to customers and donors becomes unacceptable. No individual should feel threatened, physically intimidated, or compelled to leave your property out of fear, especially during a routine and voluntary donation process. The presence of an elderly individual during this incident further heightened the seriousness of the situation. Vulnerable members of the public must be able to rely on the expectation that your premises are safe and that staff behavior will not place them at risk. I am requesting that this matter be reviewed at the corporate level and that appropriate steps be taken to ensure donor safety and prevent similar occurrences. I would appreciate written confirmation outlining how this concern has been addressed. Please contact me at .... should further information be required. I trust this matter will be handled with the seriousness it warrants. I look forward to your response within 10-14 business days.

From the owner: Value Village, a Savers brand, is a for-profit, global thrift retailer offering great quality,…read moregently used clothing, accessories and household goods. Our Rethink Reuse business model of purchasing, reselling and recycling gives communities a smart way to shop and keep millions of kilos of used goods from landfills each year. We also help more than 100 nonprofit organizations by purchasing donated goods from them, which provides a source of revenue to help supports their vital community programs and services. Our brands comprise of Savers (in the U.S. and Australia), Value Village (in the U.S. and Canada), Unique (in the U.S.), and Village des Valeurs (in Quebec). Most locations include a Community Donation Centre to accept items on behalf of our nonprofit partner. We operate over 300 locations and have 20,000 employees.