Encanteurs Continental has been around for dozens of years. They have always known how to buy up liquidated stock and re-sell it to us at amazing prices.

Now at 3 or more locations, they are offering sales of men’s and ladies coats, scarves, gloves, sweaters, Parasuco denim, Vera Moda, Jack Jones, TanJay, Crooks and Castle, Buffalo, ecko unltd,  and Bench clothing, at 50% to 75% off retail prices.

For the home there’s small appliances, couches, lounge chairs, rugs and mattresses. For travel, luggage is at 50% off and you can get the second piece at an additional 50% off.

On their website, they list more of their sales and ones that are further from Montreal.

Locations: Dorval: Les Jardins Dorval, 386 Dorval Ave. H9S3H7
TMR: Carre Decarie Square, 6900 Boul. Decarie H3X 2T8
St-Leonard: 6779 Jean Talon est H1S 1N2
Hours: Mon-Wed 10-6 Thurs & Fri 10-7, Sat 9-5, Sun 10-5
www.encanteurscontinental.com

Q: My dad passed away and left us a beautiful collection of Classical Music CD’s (hundreds). Do you know of a store that would buy or simply take them to resell?

A: From this website and my book, there are about a dozen. First I would try Disques Beatnick Records , 3770 St-Denis, Tel: 514-842-0664.. Here’s another: “Death of Vinyl” 6307 boul. St-Laurent.

Stuck inside for the next little while, it’s the perfect time to keep busy and productive with a new DIY project.

Tonitex, one of Canada’s leading textile wholesalers, has just added a new product to their line up.

It’s a water repellent fabric called PUL, which stands for Polyurethane Laminate. This polyester based fabric is equipped with a thin waterproof membrane – plastic backing coated with a thin waterproof /water resistant coating.

The best thing about PUL fabrics is that it is completely waterproof, very durable, breathable with a slight cross grain stretch and you can easily wear it next to the skin, because the fabric side is soft, flexible and comfortable.

PUL waterproof fabrics are perfect for DIY  eco-friendly, reusable products such as snack bags, fruit bags, reusable diapers, diaper covers and endless other commodities.

Offered in a wide range of colors and prints, and brand new to the assortment are food-themed PULS.   Buy them online.

If you are planning an artsy craftsy project or some home re-decorating, you can find your answers at Tonitex, where they sell polar fleece, denim, fake fur, plush, cotton prints, nylon, jogging fleece, broadcloth, lycra, flannel, cotton twills and outerwear fabric to the nearby manufacturers and to you too.

Around for over 30 years, you will always find  a lot of  printed cotton sheeting from top brands like Spectrix, Michael Miller, Baum, Andover, Fabri-quilt and many more brands at discount prices.

For a limited time, in line with the current health recommendations, Tonitex is offering free shipping at your door. After your order is validated, you will receive a payment link where you may enter the code SA1QG982 and save the transport charge on Canadian orders over CA$200 before tax.

Shop on-line at  tonitex.com

Location: 9630 Boul. St-Laurent, Montreal H2N 1R1
corner: Louvain
Tel: 514-389-8293
Website tonitex.com

If there is one thing people everywhere love, it just might be coffee—more than 2 billion cups are consumed on this planet every single day.

Union Coffee has been at the forefront of importing a diverse variety of beans to roast, blend and sell to Montreal consumers and restaurants. They were here way before the trendy coffee shops as coffee aficionados have loved this Montreal institution since 1910.

There’s much more to that morning cup o’ Joe than you may realize. Coffee beans are brought in from many countries, and each one is roasted based on their roasting profile in order to reach their optimal taste when ground and brewed, a process that is unique to each bean. And the expertise of the team at Union Coffee ensure that the end result is a bean that yields a cup of coffee that is rich and flavorful, and reflects the delicious taste the bean was meant to give.

You can choose coffee from one type of bean or blend from amongst many: espresso, melange maison (regular and strong), Kenya, Panama, Columbia Supremo, Fair Trade, decaf and Swiss washed decaf. 

Those who like flavors can buy Bavarian chocolate, Irish cream or hazelnut vanilla or one of the 53 flavored syrups (vanilla, hazelnut, caramel, etc.). Coffee related products like iced cappuccino, Chai latte concentrate now line the shelves

Free delivery is offered for 5 pounds or more. They sell espresso machines (Gaggia, Saeco, Rancilio, Pavoni, Mokita, Breville, Quick Mill and Jura) and teapots, too.

If your machine is on the fritz, don’t panic, they can fix them too. It was a natural extension for this store to start a repair depot. Any commercial or domestic espresso machine by Gaggia, Rancilio, Pavoni, Saeco, Mokita, Jura or Quick Mill can be brought here for overhauls and servicing.

Location: 148 rue Jean Talon O, Montreal QC H2R 2X1
Corner: rue Waverly
Metro: Station Jean-Talon/Station de Castelnau
Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5:30, Sat 9-4
Location: 550 boul. Montpellier, Ville St-Laurent, QC H4N 2G7
Hours: Mon – Fri 8-5

cafeunion.com
info@cafeunion.com

All you DIYers will be happy to hear that Tonitex, one of Canada’s leading textile wholesalers, has just added a new collection of products to their line up.

Their product of the week is wool. Wool is one of the oldest fabrics ever invented, with wool making tools dating back as far as 10,000 years ago.

Wool fabric offers the ultimate in comfort, warmth and versatility.  Naturally flexible, insulating and hydrophobe (moisture repellent), and hypo-allergenic. This unique fabric is used in garments and furnishings, offering warmth in the winter and coolness in summer.

Crafters, check out their large collection of wool fabrics at great prices and make exactly what you want. Wool is easy to work with and makes any sewing project a breeze.

Tonitex’s assortment includes: yarn-dyed wool, plain colors, Melton, boiled wool, Italian wool, Victor wool and more, and are sure to add a little extra to any wool DIY project. You can check them out right here.

If you are planning an artsy craftsy project or some home re-decorating, you can find your answers at Tonitex, where they sell polar fleece, denim, fake fur, plush, cotton prints, nylon, jogging fleece, broadcloth, lycra, flannel, cotton twills and outerwear fabric to the nearby manufacturers and to you too.

Around for over 30 years, you will always find  a lot of  printed cotton sheeting from top brands like Spectrix, Michael Miller, Baum, Andover, Fabri-quilt and many more brands at discount prices.

The huge space is filled to the ceiling with giant fabric rolls accessed by ladders.  Look for the coupon bins sold by the kilo – when buying remnants you can save even more money.

Shop at Tonitex’s  warehouse store on Boul. St-Laurent or shop on-line at  tonitex.com

February 14 is nearly here, as the big day fast approaches, you need a gift and you need it quickly. It can be overwhelming to try and figure out where to even start.

Whether you’ve just started dating or have been together for years,  it’s the perfect time to show you’ve been paying attention to the things they like. Selecting a gift that is based on a hobby or passion is a meaningful way to show that you are attentive to details.

Lucky for you Le Panier has something for everyone, this one stop shopping spot is located in the heart of Pointe Claire Village and has a store full of unique gifts for even the impossible to shop for, as well as the person who has it all.

Chocolates are the ubiquitous go-to gift for Valentine’s Day, and they have all kinds of chocolates. If you want your love to remember you, how about Louis Sherry New York chocolates – in beautiful keepable metallic tin boxes? Or for something even sweeter, they are one of the few places in town making homemade fudge so you could choose a delicious favorite flavour.

For aromatics, Michael Design’s shea butter soaps, handwash and lotions are there or look for the big display of everything lavender.

 Consider a scented candle of their favorite scent, a coffee mug with a cute saying filled with their favorite sweets, there’s ED Ellen DeGeneres tableware collection,  winter getaway clothing and accessories, or how about filling up a gift basket with all their favorite gourmet food items, or a wine purse with a favorite bottle of wine.  One corner of the store is filled with jewelry options like Alex and Ani.

For those of you who are looking for practical ideas, a cool gift might be an “upside-down” umbrella which closes without water dripping on you or your car. You will be remembered everyday if you buy the Mighty Mug. It won’t fall over – EVER – and can be used near a keyboard without worries.

Browse around and enjoy the vast selection of just the perfect gift. Need suggestions, their staff is always eager to help you find exactly what you are looking for.

Le Panier won the title of best gift store in Canada so this store worth a trip from anywhere. The huge shop is chock full of gourmet food, kitchenware,  and gifts at prices mostly under $25. You will not walk out empty-handed when you can choose amongst the jewelry, jams, hot sauces, kitchen gadgets and cool accessories.

Location: 274 Bord du Lac, Pointe Claire
corner: de Lourdes
Tel: 514-695-7038
Hours: Regular plus Sun 10-5
www.thepanier.com

All you DIYers will be happy to hear that Tonitex, one of Canada’s leading textile wholesalers, has just added a new product to their line up.

It’s a water repellent fabric called PUL, which stands for Polyurethane Laminate. This polyester based fabric is equipped with a thin waterproof membrane – plastic backing coated with a thin waterproof /water resistant coating.

The best thing about PUL fabrics is that it is completely waterproof, very durable, breathable with a slight cross grain stretch and you can easily wear it next to the skin, because the fabric side is soft, flexible and comfortable.

PUL Fabric  is ideal for DIY  eco-friendly, reusable products  such as snack bags, reusable diapers, diaper covers and endless other commodities.

Offered in a wide range of colors and prints,  to check them out, see below.  Head over to Tonitex – PUL section. (Click Here PUL section)

If you are planning an artsy craftsy project or some home re-decorating, you can find your answers at Tonitex, where they sell polar fleece, denim, fake fur, plush, cotton prints, nylon, jogging fleece, broadcloth, lycra, flannel, cotton twills and outerwear fabric to the nearby manufacturers and to you too.

Around for over 30 years, you will always find  a lot of  printed cotton sheeting from top brands like Spectrix, Michael Miller, Baum, Andover, Fabri-quilt and many more brands at discount prices.

The huge space is filled to the ceiling with giant fabric rolls accessed by ladders.  Look for the coupon bins sold by the kilo – when buying remnants you can save even more money.

Shop at Tonitex’s  warehouse store on Boul. St-Laurent or shop on-line at  tonitex.com

Location: 9630 Boul. St-Laurent, Montreal H2N 1R1
corner: Louvain
Tel: 514-389-8293
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-5, Sat 9-4
Website tonitex.com

Since 1981, Ungava has been manufacturing and selling down comforters, duvets, pillows, linens, duvet covers, towels, futon mattresses, mattress toppers and accessories in Montreal. People loved the fact that everything was being made right here in town so Duvets Ungava became a well-loved and trusted brand.

Located in the heard of Montreal in a building right off the Main, Ungava Duvet offers you well-made high quality duvets at low prices. They do special constructions, create custom sizes (even for cribs),  feather beds (or hypo-allergenic ones) and can even re-stuff your old duvet.

Create a sleep sanctuary with an Ungava Duvet. There are duvets made for winter, summer, and all seasons, to keep you cool when it’s warm, and warm when it’s cool. Choose from: goose down, duck down, feather, 100% Australian wool, 100% silk, and synthetic.

Get a good night’s sleep with incredibly comfortable pillows to suit your preferences. Pillows available in synthetic, goose down, duck down, feather, 100% Australian wool, buckwheat, Latex and microfiber.

Since this is a family-owned company, they really care about their customers and what they sell – they pride themselves on providing premium quality and  expert service. And they’re doing something right, since all those customers keep coming back year after year.  Shop on line or at their outlet store. Free shipping for purchases over $100.

Location: 10 Pine St. W. suite 112, Montréal H2W 1P9
corner: boul. St-Laurent
Tel: 514-287-9276 or  1-800-363-3533
Hours: Mon-Wed 10-6, Thurs & Fri 10-8, Sat 10-5
duvetsungava.com/
info@duvetsungava.com

No season puts more wear and tear on a home than winter. Freezing temperatures, snow and ice take their toll on your home. Many problems can be avoided with this simple checklist provided by Allan White of Inspecto-Pro, Home Inspections.

Some easy things to look for:

1. Keep basement windows clear of ice and snow obstructions. If the worst happens, these windows may be your only escape route to the outdoors.
2. Make sure that runoff from melting ice and snow has somewhere to go once the thaw period arrives; ideally a catch basin or storm drain
3.  The pattern of melting snow and ice on the roof surface can be a good indicator of areas of heat loss. No expensive infrared camera needed!
4.  Verify against the formation of ice dams and icicles. Although they may look pretty, they are indicators of attic ventilation problems and heat loss problems. Needless to say, a falling icicle, if large enough, can cause a lot of damage to property or people below.
5. Check the eavestroughs (“gutters”) for physical damage which might have been caused by winter ice dam and icicle formation.
6. Check for cold air draughts around the home, and mark them so that you can take appropriate measures to correct the problems. Unfortunately, some repairs (such as caulking) can only be applied in warmer weather, and without marking the draughty spots you may not remember where they were when attempting repairs several months later.
7.  If you have thermopane-glazed windows and see condensation or frost between the inner and outer panes (not always obvious in the summer months), the glass is due for replacement.
8.  If you can wipe condensation off the indoor side of the windows, you are over-humidifying the home
9.  Batteries for smoke detectors and fire detectors should be replaced annually (i.e. Jan 1st or July 1st). Operation of these devices should be tested monthly.
10.  Be sure that your home’s drainage system is functioning. If you have a sump pump, make sure it is capable of functioning in advance of the thaw period
11.  If you have a combustion furnace (i.e. oil or gas) or a combustion hot water tank you should have a functioning CO detector in the home.
12.  If you have an air exchanger, it should be in use (i.e. winter mode). The same for the central humidifier, if you have one.
13.  Be sure that potable water piping is not at risk of freezing and bursting
14. Garden hose faucets, if not of the self-draining type, should be fully opened outdoors, with the indoor shutoff valve being turned fully off, if not already accomplished.

With an Engineering degree, this 25-year certified building inspector (independent of real estate agents) can inspect your property before a purchase or sale of a house or when you need an inspection for a problem.

Home buyers should choose a home inspector with as much care as they choose a doctor, particularly since there is no regulation, either federal or provincial, which governs the industry. Contrary to popular belief, home inspectors are not members of a professional order, and anyone (even you!) can call themselves a building inspector.

Your house is the biggest investment you will ever make so you want to get a most qualified person. With Inspecto-Pro’s years of expertise, White can find what less experienced inspectors would not identify; He has experience in looking for small clues which might lead to big problems. Inspecto-Pro conducts home inspections in the Greater Montreal area and in cottage country too.

Phone: 514-696-6685
inspectopro.com

With the holidays quickly approaching, here’s your chance to impress you guests by adding a refreshing touch to your living space without breaking the bank. Liquideco is having a one day VIP warehouse sale on the household essentials to make your home look its best.

Why waste the time driving to several stores when you can count on Liquideco to have everything you need for your household.  Shop for bedding, comforters, curtains, bath towels, kitchenware, decorative pillows, and so much more. With up to 80% off discounts direct from the manufacturer what better time to make your home more inviting.

Shop this VIP sale and you’ll find everything you need for your home for less.  In order to receive a special VIP 15% discount on a minimum of $50, you must present the flyer below either in print or on your phone.

Cash only. All taxes are included in the prices. Free parking available.

Location: 8566 Boul. Pie-IX – Click for map 
corner: Boul. Robert
Date: Saturday, Dec 21st
Times: 9 – 3
www.liquideco.com