The Avant-Garden Shop: Your Garden & Bird Store

Month: December 2025

GARDEN GATE: Episode 331 – Festive Finds! (Dec 5, 2025)

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There are many beautiful things in the shop and today we’re showing you just some of the more festive finds you’ll see when you pop in for some holiday shopping! We have the best selection of greeting cards, many of which are made in Canada. There’s many cheerful mugs, tea towels, dishcloths and quirky napkins … Read more

Shopping Local and The Boomerang Effect

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Studies show that 68% of Canadians believe in the importance of shopping local. Which is a powerful economic force, since 66¢ of every dollar spent locally STAYS local. This superpower creates what is called the boomerang effect: Money spent locally means a reinvestment in the community through spending or donations. At Avant-Garden, here’s how we … Read more

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