It's probably closer to two months since I first dropped by Georgian Mall. I was in the parking lot…read morefor the Barrie Ribfest -- the drive-thru edition. It was held in front of the old Sears store, which is currently Spirit Halloween. That's my first impression of this mall. Stores close, but this mall and the folks behind it find creative ways to lure shoppers and eaters to come here. While heading over to the ribfest, I noticed an L.L. Bean sign. As a fan of casual, comfy clothing, I knew that I had to return and check it out. The mall's layout is interesting. I parked by the entrance closest to L.L. Bean and Moxie's, which was the second floor. This mall has two floors, but the top floor is more like a third of space than what you get on the first floor. If someone forced you to choose a single floor to shop, you would want the first floor because you've got more variety and the food court is there. I would be torn if this restriction was there, for Coles and Showcase are on the second floor and I love them. The main anchor stores are Hudson's Bay, SportChek, and Homesense. The former is massive and decent. I checked out the food court because, hey, I like food and my feet automatically moved me here. You get your usual chains, such as A&W, Subway, and Teriyaki Experience. The ones that I didn't recognize were Good Karma (Indian fare that looked so good) and Wikki Hut (Asian-South American mix of food that looked yummy). There is a blocked-off area to dine, with two staff members checking for your proof of vaccination and ID at the entrance. I spent most of my time in L.L. Bean and Hot Topic. I enjoyed looking at cool merchandise in both and ultimately making a purchase in the latter. I ended up getting snacks at Mr Pretzels and Kernels Popcorn. They are away from the food court, but the aroma from the latter lured me over here. I love that they are practically next to each other. I am a fan of both places and would definitely return to this mall just for these two businesses. The mall is clean and nicely kept. The women's washroom was bright and in great shape, which also included a separate nursery section. I saw a dental clinic. I didn't see any other health services, so you're not coming here for a doctor's appointment. However, you can get your prescription at Shoppers Drug Mart. The only downside during this pandemic is that there aren't places to sit down to take a breather, other than the blocked-off food court. I wanted to eat my pretzel and pretzel dogs somewhere. I ended up sitting in front of the fireplace where you technically aren't supposed to sit down, but I did anyway. It's a decent mall that has practically everything you need and a lot more. There was lots of parking available. I like it here it and would come back to shop some more. (405)

Nice food court,lots of stores for people off all ages and although I don't love going to malls…read morethat often I love going here because while my family shops I can go around and look at the stores that intrest me.

This mall sure has changed since my last visit. In all fairness, my last visit was years ago, but…read morethe store I was looking at was only found in this mall. They have certainly upgraded their food options. It was a good selection, and they still have places opening up (Italian place). The mall itself was spacious and had a few good stores located within it. It is a typical mall, so the layout is what a mall would be. It was very clean, and everyone seemed friendly in the shops.

I love buying jewelry from Micheal Hill, in Upper Canada Mall. This mall is spacious with lots of…read morestores. Now they opened a new store called Aritzia, this has its own cafe area , which is not common with other stores. I found it interesting . I bought a silver anklet from Micheal Hill, but the color changed to brown. I took it back to the store but the lady didnt do much or did not change or polish , did nothing. I still have it, but its not polite , I shop often and i am a member too.

good mall for Oshawa downstairs is kinda dismal…read moreand the bay; looks like they've given up... upstairs much better

I don't have a problem with the actual mall itself, but the directories in there were horrible. All…read morethe touch screens I used were super busted and I ended up taking at least 5 minutes at each one just trying to type in where I want to go. Honestly just start handing out physical copies of the map because those screens were pointless

CF Markville is a clean and modern mall with a nice mix of stores for shopping, dining, and…read moreeveryday errands. From fashion to tech, you'll find popular brands and local shops all in one place. It's easy to walk around, and the layout makes browsing simple and stress-free. The food court has a good variety of options, and there are cozy spots to sit and relax. Parking is usually easy, and the mall feels safe and welcoming.

Mall always busy on weekends especially. Data/wifi does not…read morework on the Best Buy side of the mall... like it takes FOREVER to load anything. Good variety of stores and a clean food court. Washrooms in the food court are 50/50... the ones near Best Buy are much much better.

Next to nathan philips square is a mall with festive feel. Went there on Dec 27 and was surprised…read morethat they are doing light and snow show hourly!

Eatons Centre is located at the heart of the town and it is always lovely ! It has something for…read moreevery budget. There are several popup shops happening through out the year too.

first, it's dirty. Half of the mall has caution tape, and it's falling apart. There's only 4/5…read morestores left. Then the elevator smells like smoke, I feel like it might break down.

It's Robin Sparkles, y'all…read more I hate malls, but I love shopping. It's a lifelong first world struggle. Sometimes you have to go to a mall, and sometimes you have to go to the mall in a small town in Ontario. This mall is a time warp. A shoe store called Chesler's, a department store named Hart, a toddlers-and-tiaras-style dance studio and a gosh darn Bootlegger. What the hell. It's weird, but also weirdly cute with their interior sidewalk sales and creepy kids rides. If you need to hit the Winners or the Metro for something while in town, you'll have to come here. You'll take photos. It'll be strange.

Great big mall where you are sure to find probably everything you need! There is a Walmart so you…read morecan even get grocery items if needed in addition to your typical clothing stores and appliance stores. You could even get a haircut in one of the many hair salons located inside the mall or go for a spa day too. Whatever you may need, it is likely you will be able to get it at Square One mall.

Place has changed a lot for better.. Mall is bigger and…read morebetter now .lot of new store , they are still expanding .

We came to do our Christmas shopping on Dec 17th. All the shops had sale signs on display. This…read moreoutlet mall had been renovated since my last visit. It looked contemporary, clean, and brightly lite. The selection of goods were pretty acceptable. lt really felt great walking around. Some shops offered more discounts than their locations in regular malls, and some were even cheaper than their websites. I finished all my shopping in one shot, and I believed I saved money too. If you could afford the drive to Cookstown for shopping, I recommend it.

How can so many things be 50%, 60%, 80% off? Simple. Look at the fine print!…read more That's the not so secret secret of all outlet malls! I came up here with my sweetie and some friends to spend a little time up Hwy 400 and away from the Six. Hey, it's the Family Day long weekend! You can still get a good deal since there are so many brand name big box stores here at Tanger. Finding parking might be a chore but just remember to note which enterance you used so that you're not looking like a lost tourist afterwards carrying all your shopping bags.

Main Street Markham is the stretch along Main Street North (think Markham Road that gets…read moretemporarily renamed) between Highway 7 and roughly 144 Main Street North, which houses a handful of eateries on the west side of the street. There are side streets that extend a block east and west to complete the geographical area. I have seen it change over the years. Banks and eateries have come and gone. However, its charm and revitalization have made this area even better. Main Street Markham is the original street of the Village of Markham. It is one of Ontario's older communities, which was established in 1793 as part of Markham Township. The town was named after Archbishop William Markham on York, England by John Graves Simcoe, who was the Lieutenant-Governor of Upper Canada. It's sad that the Archbishop never visited his namesake. Hopefully, he's looking down at it from above and smiling. There used to be a post office, but it's long gone in this area. Markham is now a city, so the post office moved to a nearby Shoppers Drug Mart. There are some eateries that have endured over the years. Pizza Pizza. The Old Curiosity Tea Shop. Folco's Ristorante. They are still thriving. I remember going for elections training as a Deputy Returning Officer for the City of Markham a while back. It was in a building just behind Folco's Ristorante. There was free parking in front of it. You can find free parking either in parking lots or on Main Street itself. The eateries have changed so much at 144 Main Street North that I frankly can't keep track of what's there. I used to frequent a sushi joint there eons ago. These days, you can find creative, cool eateries, such as Inspire Restaurant, Azyun Restaurant, Main Sushi, Fujisan Japanese Restaurant, and more. My friend and I often joke that we should meet up at Uncle Joe's Family Restaurant, which is just south of all these eateries. It has also been there for ages. The portion sizes are huge and the food is good. We both know that we'd need to be carted out of the place after dining there! One eatery that I miss along this stretch is Rawlicious. My best friend who is vegan and I loved dining here. Sadly, the pandemic caused it to shutter for good. The food was awesome. Whether you are vegan or not, you knew that you'd enjoy decent, creative, yummy eats here. I used to visit Markham Seniors Activity Centre and took my mom there before the pandemic hit. There were a bunch of activities that my mom enjoyed doing, from tai chi, to arts and crafts. A bunch of events happen in this area. The Main Street Markham Farmers' Market takes place on Saturdays from mid-May till the first week of October each year. You can get a lot of local produce, baked goods, and more. It runs from 9 am till 1 pm on Robinson Street. During the summer, there's free live music outdoors. It's called Music on Main. Live music starts at 6 pm and goes until roughly 9 pm. Bands basically play in front of different businesses each Friday night, so you can enjoy dining on a patio and taking in a performance, or simply hang out on the sidewalk and enjoy the music. Coming up the is Main Street Trick-or-Treat just before Halloween. A month before Christmas, the festival of lights happens on this street, along with the Santa Claus Parade that happens on a Saturday. The street shuts down and everyone lines up to take in the floats, bands, Santa, and more. Markham also has an Easter Parade. It's cool that it's a smaller version of what I grew up enjoying as a kid in Toronto. Markhamites are friendly. You see a lot more of it in this area. Maybe it has something to do with how quaint this street is that it affects their mood and attitude. I haven't checked out the newer businesses that have established themselves here. Slice of Fire Pizza. Second Cup Coffee Company. Super Smash Burgs. T&T Bakery and Cafe. Cho-Kwok-Lat. I do need to spend more time in this area. It's a cool, quaint area. I recommend dropping by to check it out when you have a chance. (315)

What an attractive little part of town. I was drawn by the architectural beauty, overflowing flower…read moreplanters, cute shops, multiple sidewalk cafes and free parking. My friends and I decided to park at one end of the neighborhood so that we could walk up one side and back down the other, that way we would be able to see everything. Definitely a feast for the eyes with lots of photo ops: benches, gazebos and even window shops with stylish store fronts and window displays (please refer to pictures). We went early on a weekday which is perfect for taking a leisurely stroll without the crowds or the heat. We worked up our appetites walking down one side of the neighborhood. There were many great places to choose from that would cater to any picky eater (we had three in our party) - Subway, Pizza Pizza, Rawlicious, The Old Curiosity Tea Shop, Main Street Greek, Marca Trattoria and many others. With the help of Yelp we chose to eat at Main Street Greek (please see review). Great place to go with friends and family or to bring out of town guests.