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20220120-Second Chances: Thrift & Consignment Shopping in New West
Second Chances: Thrift & Consignment Shopping in New West
In this episode of New West Spotlight Podcast, host Carla McNeil explores the consingment shop, thrift stores and second-hand shopping culture that play a meaningful role in everyday life in New Westminster.
From large, accessible thrift chains to neighbourhood charity shops and community resale culture, this episode looks at why second-hand shopping fits so naturally into New West’s values of sustainability, affordability, and connection. Each featured stop highlights a different way residents give items — and stories — a second chance.
🧥 Featured Locations
Value Village – New Westminster
📍 810 Boyd St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://www.valuevillage.ca
📝 A large, accessible thrift store offering clothing, books, home goods, and everyday essentials. Popular with families, students, and frequent thrifters for its constantly changing inventory.
Salvation Army Thrift Store – Columbia Street
📍 271 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://thriftstore.ca
📝 A charity-based thrift store where purchases support local community programs and services. A longtime downtown staple rooted in purpose-driven shopping.
Wildlife Thrift Store
📍 620 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://wildlifethriftstore.com
📝 A well-loved local shop known for its curated feel and organized selection of clothing and household items. Frequent stock turnover keeps regulars coming back.
Frugal Frog Thrift Store
📍 New Westminster, BC
🌐 (Local neighbourhood thrift store; in-person shopping)
📝 A small, community-focused thrift shop offering a quieter, neighbourhood-style experience with ever-changing finds.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
📍 New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://ssvp.bc.ca
📝 A charity-run resale shop supporting local outreach and assistance programs, offering another meaningful way to shop second-hand while giving back.
Consignment, Pop-Ups & Community Resale
📝 Seasonal pop-ups, church sales, clothing swaps, and neighbourhood resale events continue to grow across New Westminster, reflecting a shift toward sustainable, community-driven shopping.
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By Carla McNeilSecond Chances: Thrift & Consignment Shopping in New West
In this episode of New West Spotlight Podcast, host Carla McNeil explores the consingment shop, thrift stores and second-hand shopping culture that play a meaningful role in everyday life in New Westminster.
From large, accessible thrift chains to neighbourhood charity shops and community resale culture, this episode looks at why second-hand shopping fits so naturally into New West’s values of sustainability, affordability, and connection. Each featured stop highlights a different way residents give items — and stories — a second chance.
🧥 Featured Locations
Value Village – New Westminster
📍 810 Boyd St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://www.valuevillage.ca
📝 A large, accessible thrift store offering clothing, books, home goods, and everyday essentials. Popular with families, students, and frequent thrifters for its constantly changing inventory.
Salvation Army Thrift Store – Columbia Street
📍 271 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://thriftstore.ca
📝 A charity-based thrift store where purchases support local community programs and services. A longtime downtown staple rooted in purpose-driven shopping.
Wildlife Thrift Store
📍 620 Columbia St, New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://wildlifethriftstore.com
📝 A well-loved local shop known for its curated feel and organized selection of clothing and household items. Frequent stock turnover keeps regulars coming back.
Frugal Frog Thrift Store
📍 New Westminster, BC
🌐 (Local neighbourhood thrift store; in-person shopping)
📝 A small, community-focused thrift shop offering a quieter, neighbourhood-style experience with ever-changing finds.
St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store
📍 New Westminster, BC
🌐 https://ssvp.bc.ca
📝 A charity-run resale shop supporting local outreach and assistance programs, offering another meaningful way to shop second-hand while giving back.
Consignment, Pop-Ups & Community Resale
📝 Seasonal pop-ups, church sales, clothing swaps, and neighbourhood resale events continue to grow across New Westminster, reflecting a shift toward sustainable, community-driven shopping.