Huge crowds, insane lines, and unreal deals, Black Friday is absolutely unreal. Even though it is originally an American-only sale, Canada has slowly adopted it as well. As a broke student, saving every last bit of money is essential. Black Friday allows you to save money and buy the things you've been wanting to get for a while now. Whether you're shopping for warmer clothes or in need of winter boots, the changing of seasons calls for a switching of wardrobes.Â
Black Friday is also the perfect day to do some shopping for some of the electronics you've been meaning to buy. From headphones to IPads, you name it everything will be on sale. It's also a great time to buy appliances, with markdowns of over 40% off you will definitely save your money.
November 24th is also a great day to grab some makeup bits that you need. Whether you have to re-stock on your contour or pick up the new Fenty Beauty foundation, makeup shops always have some sort of Black Friday deals. Plus with the holiday season just around the corner, it is also a perfect way to save some money on present buying. Seriously, Black Friday is a day of savings and you have to take advantage of them. The best part is, if you're lazy AF to deal with crowds, you can almost always get the same deals online! Here are Ottawa's "Black Friday" deals, safe shopping peeps.
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The SourceÂ
Where: Multiple Locations
Deals: The Source is a great place to go if you're searching for some new tech. Massive deals are still going to be released, some early deals include Canon Powershot marked down $70, Fujifilm FinePix marked down $40, LG Smart TV marked down $200, Apple iPad Mini marked down $30 and this is just the start!
Dates: Deals start November 23rd at midnight.
Walmart
Where: Multiple Locations
Deals: Hugely low prices including deals on Beats Studio Wireless Headphones marked down $150, Sony Bluetooth Wireless Speaker marked down $50, Philips Shaver marked down $25 and a ton more.
Dates: November 24th at 12:01 am online and in-store.
Best BuyÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre
Deals: Head to Best Buy to get any and every electronic item that you need. Up to 40% off appliances including Sony Smart TVs marked down $300-$400, iPad Minis marked down $125, Samsung Galaxy cellphones marked down $300 and that's just a few!
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
StaplesÂ
Where: Multiple Locations
Deals: Staples is usually the place you hit up in at the end of summer right before school starts, but they sell more than just supplies. Massive deals including Wireless Bluetooth speakers 28% off, portable battery charger 39% off, Smart UPS system 20% off and so much more!
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
Henry'sÂ
Where: 267 Bank Street
Deals: Though no specifics have been released Henry's has confirmed they will be having Black Friday deals. They're keeping everything pretty hush hush so I'm sure it will be worth checking if you're searching for a camera.
Dates: November 24th in store
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Urban Outfitters
Where: 135 Rideau Street
Deals: Details about what the sale will be have not been released yet, but in the past Urban Outfitters offered huge deals upto 50% off clothing. You can expect a sale pretty similar deal this year and you won't want to miss it!
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
H&MÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre, Bayshore Shopping Centre, and Place D'Orleans
Deals: H&M always offers some sort of Black Friday sale. Select items will be marked down super low and there will be upto 25% off. Sale will be available online and in-store.
Dates: November 24th and Cyber Monday.
Roadtrip
Where: 24 York Street
Deals: Roadtrip is having amazing Black Friday deals. The deal at Roadtrip includes up to 20% off your entire purchase PLUS you'll be able to shop from an exclusive one-day-only collection of new arrivals (yessssss)!
Dates: November 24th
Forever 21
Where: CF Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre
Deals: Forever 21 is a perfect place to go to pick up some of your basics. Whether you need some simple T's of some comfy sweaters you won't want to miss out on these sales. Deals starting at $8 and up, including mark downs up to 50% off!
Dates: November 24th online and in-store and Cyber Monday
Victoria's SecretÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre
Deals: The specifics of this year have yet to be announced but every year Victoria's Secret offers 50% off sports bras, bralettes and select bras including free tote bags on orders over $75 and so much more!
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
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NYX Cosmetics
Where: CF Rideau Centre
Deals: Stock up on some of your favourite NYX Cosmetics this Black friday. Tons of makeup will be on sale including eye shadow palettes, foundation, blush, lip products and more all under $20 (yes, please).
Dates: Online November 24th with free shipping on order over $30.
Alex And Ani
Where: CF Rideau Centre
Deals: Specific details regarding the sales have not been released yet, but last year Alex and Ani offered 20% off in store and online. You can likely expect something similiar this year too.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store.
The Body Shop
Where: CF Rideau Centre, Bayshore Shopping Centre, St. Laurent, and Place D'Orleans
Deals: The Body Shop is sticking to it's staple deal this Black Friday. Buy 3 for $33, 4 for $44, and 5 for $55. They're also offering a tote bag for $40 that has the value of $125! Definitely head here to stock up on makeup and skincare.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store.
MACÂ CosmeticsÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shoppig Centre
Deals: Yet to be released, but could be up to 40% off! Offering a current pre-Black Friday sale called "Plum Black Friday" on their deep purple vamplifying lip gloss, pencil and liner for $42 ($30 off).
Dates: November 24th online and in-store.
Dixon Jewellers
Where: 71.5 Sparks Street
Deals: Although not confirmed for this years Black Friday, last year Dixon Jewellers offered 20% off of select jewlery. The offer was available in stores and online.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store.
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Little Burgundy
Where: CF Rideau Centre
Deals: It's officially time to grab those winter boots cause whether we like it or not the snow is on its way! Little Burgundy normally offers 20% off selected brands and an extra 30% off sale items. You can expect these amazing deals to reappear for their big Black Friday blowout this year.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store with free shipping on orders over $40.
AldoÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre, College Square, Bayshore Shopping Centre, Ottawa Train Yards, Tanger Outlets, and St. Laurent
Deals: Heals, flats, or boots Aldo sells it all. They usually has a massive sale up to 30% all of their shoes so you can definitely expect the same kind of deals this year! Tons of their boots are currently on sale for up to 15% off and the sales will go up for this huge event.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
Steve MaddenÂ
Where: CF Rideau Centre and Bayshore Shopping Centre
Deals: Last year Steve Madden offered an insane buy one get one 70% off deal for Black Friday and they're expecting to do the same kind of deals this year. They're also offering completely free shipping on their website just in time for these unreal steals.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store including Cyber Monday.
Foot Locker
Where: CF Rideau Centre, Bayshore Shopping Centre, Place D'Orleans, and St. Laurent
Deals: Foot Locker deals always depend on how much you spend. Whether you're searching for a comfy hoodie or a pair of running shoes, you'll get deals along the lines of 10% off $50 orders, 15% off $70 orders, and $20 off $120 orders.
Dates: November 24th online and in-store with free shipping on orders over $75.
John Fluevog Shoes
Where: ByWard Market
Deals: In the heart of the ByWard Market John Fluevog is an Ottawa icon. Although not confirmed yet this year, last year John Fluevog offered 15% off of regular priced shoes. This offer will likely re-appear this year and will be be available in store.
Dates: November 24th in store