Back to school shopping season is in full swing! While nothing says the first day of school like shiny new sneakers and a fresh set of supplies, you might be looking for ways to save on essentials. Whether it’s backpacks, notebooks, or a new jacket, finding the best deals is essential to staying within budget.
According to Deloitte Consulting’s 2023 survey, back-to-school shopping in Canada is expected to decrease by 10 per cent to $597, with parents prioritizing school supplies over technology and clothing.
Whether your child is in elementary school, high school, or attending university or college, we have tips on how you can save on back-to-school shopping.
Get your student a CAA Everyday Membership
For just $30 a year (and 15% off any new CAA Membership until the end of September), a CAA Everyday Membership not only gets your student Bike Assist (for those moving under pedal power), but they can flash their Membership when in-store or online and get exclusive discounts on apparel, restaurants, technology, hotels, and so much more.
Save with CAA Rewards
Make sure to bookmark CAA Rewards. On our website, you can find hundreds of partners offering discounts that are perfect for students.
Right now, you can take advantage of major savings. CAA Members earn CAA Dollars when they shop online at these trusted brands for back-to-school necessities like apparel, shoes, sports equipment, office and craft supplies, toys, books and musical instruments. It’s a great opportunity to check things off your shopping list.
- LensCrafters – save up to 50%
- VIA Rail Canada – save up to 20%
Online offers:
- Staples – save 2% in CAA Dollars® online
- Joe Fresh – earn 5% in CAA Dollars® online
- Sephora – earn 5% in CAA Dollars® online
- Clinique – earn 6% in CAA Dollars® online
- Shopper Drug Mart Beauty – earn 2% in CAA Dollars® online
- Chatters – earn 7% in CAA Dollars® online
Save when moving your student to university or college
Not everything can fit in the family minivan, so reduce your headaches and travel by getting a little help from Penske (save 12% and earn 5% CAA Dollars) or AMJ Campbell (earn 200 CAA Dollars for long-distance moves or 100 CAA Dollars on local moves.)
If the move is more permanent, empty nesters can clear the clutter by hiring a PODS storage unit (save up to 10%). Don’t need a moving van? You can always rent extra wheels through Enterprise, Alamo or National (free unlimited mileage, 10% off pre-paid fuel, plus 10 CAA Dollars).
Score big deals on meals
Heading to school is a big deal for thousands of Canadian families, so mark the moment with a night out on CAA. Check out our extensive list of restaurant partners and get discounts and CAA Dollars with every dollar spent.
Save on after school entertainment
Yes, they’re headed off to school to learn, but they after the bell rings at the end of the day they will be searching for something fun to do! CAA offers discounts on entertainment, passes and attractions across Ontario. Rafting? Bike tour? Ottawa REDBLACKS home game tickets and merchandise? It’s all right here.
