The manager/owner (I think he's also the owner) is outstanding in his business practices and how he…read moretreats his customers. He shocked me with something he did that was totally unsolicited on my part. I didn't ask him for any favours -- he just did one, and it was a big one. If you're looking to patronize a business like Island Traders, it deserves you as a customer. Yes, I know this reads like a paid testimonial, but I assure you it is not. I've written this only because I believe one good deed deserves another. Thanks again to Island Traders, Courtenay.

From the owner: Based in Parksville, Island Traders stocks a wide selection of jewellery, power tools, DVDs, video…read moregames, sporting equipment and more. We also offer cash loans, just bring in an item to leave with us until your loan is paid off. Visit Island Traders today to see what we've got in store for you.

Really well laid out with a pretty decent selection of stuff. Lots of paintball guns and gear and…read moreit's the cheapest place I know of to get your CO2 recharged.

These losers are very rude. They see you standing there with a purchase, and someone comes up to…read morethe counter next to you and they deal with them over you. And that person just walked through the door. I was in to buy a few bluray movies, my gf looking at a nice expensive phone, someone walked over to ask a question and the guy walks over to him right away. My gf says he is ready to pay for his movies to the salesman(meaning I was ready) and the guy says he will be next. F-u!! I left the movies on the counter, told her to putt henhouse back that I would have bought her, and we left. NEVER WILL I SET FOOT IN THIS DUMP AGAIN!! This is three times I been there for this exact same thing to happen. (Guess I should have been born a different color)

great service, huge selection of items, collateral loans and buys of tools, firearms, electronics,…read moregames, collectibles, and more. go here before the big guys, you will save a bundle!

The service is always friendly and fair. I love the selection they have of different items every…read moretime I seem to come to visit. They do allow some wiggle room with prices if needed be which is always a helpful thing that's for sure. I truly enjoy the place all around

From the owner: Collateral Loans on quality goods like vehicles, firearms and accessories, musical instruments,…read moreaudio equipment, video game systems, tools, gold and silver jewellery and much more.

I went into A1 on the weekend, as I was looking for a Mac. Mark was the person helping me. Really…read morenice guy, he listened to what I was looking for and my price range. Mark and I even joked about me being such a Mac geek while he was bubble wrapping the computer for me. Over his shoulder I saw an Xbox Series One X, so I inquired. We bantered back and forth a little, then agreed on a price. HOWEVER, when he plugged it in to make sure everything was working properly he noticed a flaw. He took down the price again and asked me if i still wanted it. I said "yes of course". Point is, most places don't care and sell it at normal price. Most places don't take the time to get to know what their customers are looking for. Mark took the time. I walked out of there a VERY happy customer. Yes, I will be going back there. I recommend you check out this place. PS. Mac and Xbox work perfectly. Thank you for your friendly service. Trena

I just bought a 2022 MacBook Air, (M2/8gigram/256 gig HD) at A-1 Trade and Loan on Commercial…read moreDrive for $848.21. ($950 tax in). The salesman took pity on me driving from Squamish (100 k) to buy a cheaper one he had just sold, so he gave me a 20% discount from his price of $1050. I have seen the same item on Amazon for upwards of $1600. I would certainly do business there again.

Excellent service. Warm atmosphere. There are many great antique and collectors items for sale…read more Amazing selection of tools, instruments and jewelry. Photo lenses and camera bodies. Laptop computers, accessories and electronics. Worth paying a visit.

Went in to sell a laptop, have heard a relatively new laptop with ok software can go for up to 200…read moreand suggested that, and the guy shut the laptop and said "I'm not doing this." I asked him what he would offer and he said "Do you not understand English?" What an asshole. Never go here.