Visitors: Shopping | Town of Morden, Manitoba

Shopping

Morden is served well by many shops in our beautiful historic downtown as well as a number of large national and international businesses in other areas of Town. Visit the online Business Directory for a complete business listing.

Garage Sales

During the summer months of the year, many people have garage sales and yard sales or auictions where they sell second-hand clothing, furniture, toys and household items. Garage sale information can be found in the newspaper and on the Garage Sale board at the Tourist Information Booth located on 11th Street and Thornhill Street. If you would like to hold a Garage Sale, there are signs available, free of charge, at thhe Morden Civic Centre located at 195 Stephen Street.

Farmers Market

Every Thursday between June & October, there is a weekly Farmers Market held downtown from 4:00 pm to 6:30 pm, weather permitting. Morden Farmers Market offers the best in locally produced meats, vegetables, baking and many other products. For more information visit www.mordenchamber.com .

Second Hand Stores

To save money on household items and clothing, many people shop at second hand stores. The Morden Community Thrift Shop located at 484 Stephen Street is run by volunteers. Many community projects are supported by the money raised.

Food Shopping

There are three types of grocery stores in Morden. They are;

Large Grocery Stores

Co-op - 945 Thornhill Street - 822-5868
Giant Tiger - 288 N. Railway Street - 822-3298

Specialty Stores

Kolos Grocery Store - 886 Thornhill Street - 822-1766

Convenience Stores

Thornview Grocery - 274 Thornhill Street - 822-4684
Esso Express Mart - 25 Thornhill Street - 822-1492
Video Visions - 1-801 Stephen Street - 822-4245 (Also serves as the Bus Depot)

Sales Tax

The federal government charges a 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) on all sales except for most food items and medications. The provincial government of Manitoba charges a 7% Provincial Sales Tax (PST) on the purchase price of most items.

Shopping Locally

Shopping at locally owned businesses will help to build the community. These businesses contribute to the development of cultural and community services, which are so important to any community.