Thrift stores in Calgary, AB

Thrifting in Calgary

Calgary has enough large thrift stores, nonprofit shops and outlet-style locations to make neighbourhood planning worthwhile. The city is spread out, so grouping stores by the south, northwest or northeast parts of Calgary is usually more practical than zig-zagging across town.

If value and volume are the goal, larger donation-based stores and outlet locations are useful places to start. Calgary also has nonprofit operators with multiple locations, which gives shoppers another option when they want their secondhand spending to support a local community organization.

Hours, donation acceptance and sale programs can differ by location even within the same organization. Check the individual store page and official source before travelling for a specific service or promotion.