Supporter Of Local Shops Gifts

"Congratulations on yer retirement. . ."

'Have you been 'helping the environment by supporting local produce' again?'

Businessman sees sign in window of 'Fred's Chili Bowl' restaurant: 'Now Hiring a Bean Counter'.

Things I love about Powell River...

"Can I talk to someone who knows something?"

"It was a mom-and-pop, but we inherited it."

The marketing is out there now. People all know the pizzas are prepared on the premises. So why no customers?

Let's all go to a farmer's market.

Business As Usual Bar & Grill: 'How's business? 'Don't ask!'

It's an I-O-Ewe.

Mom & Pop General Store - Going Out of Business Slowly But Surely

'We hope to invest in a few start-ups with national franchise potential.'

"I now only take orders online. Shipping is free, especially since you're my neighbor."

Tips for a green Christmas by Indian Wild Animals.

"Clean your specs, lady?"

'Let's get one thing straight. I don't want your money, I want your respect.'

'Spending and consuming - that's my kind of patriotism.'

'I remember when it was a row of quaint little coffee bars and boutiques.'

Organic Milk

Balloons vs. Rockets

'If we let this happen, soon we'll be swamped in chain stores.'

"I've reduced theft by 55%!"

"We find shopping at the farmers' market to be more self-congratulatory."

"Holding her purse? First time?"

"Typical! There's never anything in it for the little people."

All Our Ketchup Is Locally Sauced

'We guarantee you won't get your money back.'

"Come on. I always browse the Mom and Pop stores before buying online."

"On the plus side, all the ingredients are local."

Any shohplifters with a social conscience avoids small businesses.

Today's special: Roadkill stew.

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