What Sets New to You Apart: How We Won 1st Place in Clothing Stores 🎉 

December 10, 2024

At New to You, we are beyond thrilled to have been voted 1st Place in Clothing Stores in the EloraFergusToday Reader Favourites Awards 2024! 🥇 This incredible honor wouldn’t be possible without our amazing community, volunteers, donators, and shoppers. So, what makes New to You so special that it landed us in the top spot? Here's a behind-the-scenes look at what we do differently—and why it works.

1. A Shopping Experience Unlike Any Other

When you walk through the doors of New to You, you're greeted by a team of friendly, dedicated volunteers who are passionate about helping our shoppers. From assisting you in finding that perfect outfit to ensuring every interaction is warm and welcoming, they make your visit an experience worth remembering.

And it's not just the customer service that shines—we’re committed to curating a store filled with top-quality items. Thanks to our sorting team’s strict criteria, only the very best items make it onto our shelves. You'll find high-quality clothing, accessories, and household treasures that are not only beautiful but also affordable.

2. Always Fair Prices (with Big Discounts Too!)

At New to You, thrift shopping is about so much more than just finding treasures—it’s about affordability and access. That’s why we work hard to price items fairly while honoring the generosity of those who donate to us.

Everyday items like coats, shoes, and books remain extremely affordable (think coats starting at $6, shoes from $5, and books for just $1.50!), while higher-value designer items are priced accordingly. To make things even better, we always have sales going on:

• Clearance Colour Deals: Weekly clearance sales start every Tuesday, with 90% off clearance clothing all week long, plus discounts on other clearance items!

• Student and Senior Discounts: Students enjoy 10% off on Saturdays, and seniors get 10% off on Wednesdays.

3. Supporting Our Community in Every Way

New to You is more than a thrift store—it’s a pillar of the community. Founded in 1953 by the Groves Hospital Volunteer Association (GHVA), we’ve raised over $4.3 million for Groves Memorial Hospital, including a $1 million pledge we’re actively fulfilling.

We’re also committed to helping our community beyond the hospital. Through partnerships with local food banks, churches, and senior living centers, as well as helping individuals in need directly, we’re making a difference every single day.

4. Unique Features You Won’t Find Anywhere Else

At New to You, we’re always adding new ways to engage and delight our shoppers. Here’s a glimpse of some of the things that make us stand out:

• Ongoing Auctions: Bid on our most unique and valuable items—there’s always something new and exciting to discover!

• Seasonal Displays: From festive Christmas décor to Halloween thrills and everything in between, our themed displays bring the store to life.

• Community Events: Every year, we host events like the Spring Fashion Show, Christmas Bazaar, and more to bring people together in celebration and support.

5. Powered by Incredible Volunteers

Our volunteers are the heart and soul of New to You. From friendly cashiers to hardworking sorters, they make everything possible. Their passion and dedication are reflected in every aspect of the store—and we’re so lucky to have them on our team. 

6. Exciting News: Our New Store Is on the Way! 🏬 

We’re thrilled to share that New to You is getting a brand-new building—right here on the same property! The new store will be twice the size of our current location, giving us even more room to offer:

• A bigger shopping experience with more treasures to discover.

• An improved donation process for all of our generous donors.

• Enhanced accessibility and a fresh, welcoming environment for everyone.

While we don’t have specific dates to share just yet, we’re so excited about what’s to come! Stay tuned for updates—we’ll keep you posted as the project progresses. In the meantime, we’re still open in our current location and can’t wait to welcome you.

Thank You for Supporting Us! 

Winning 1st Place in Clothing Stores is a true honor, and it’s all thanks to YOU—our shoppers, donators, and community members. With every purchase, donation, and kind word, you’re helping support Groves Memorial Hospital and the local community.

We look forward to continuing to serve you in our store, and we’re excited to welcome you to our brand-new location in the future!

Store Hours: Tues-Sat 10am-4pm

Donation Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-3pm (or until full)

Come visit us and see what makes New to You the best thrift store in town!