The Salvation Army’s new thrift store in downtown Peterborough officially opens on Thursday (November 27).
Located beside Dollarama in the Market Plaza at 81 George Street North across from Del Crary Park, the store spans almost 10,000 square feet and will offer a variety of gently used clothing, household items, electronics, art, books, and more.
The store is managed by The Salvation Army Thrift Store, National Recycling Operations (NRO), which operates more than 100 locations across Canada. The Peterborough store is the organization’s 40th store in Ontario.
“As more people look for ways to stretch their budgets while making sustainable choices, we’re thrilled to open our doors in Peterborough,” says Ted Troughton, managing director of The Salvation Army Thrift Store.
“This new location will provide an accessible shopping experience for individuals and families while helping fund Salvation Army programs and services that support those in need.”
Funds generated through the sale of donated items help support the Salvation Army’s local programs such as food banks, shelters, rehabilitation for those struggling with addictions, and emergency relief efforts.
The grand opening will be held from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, with the store open those same hours six days a week (closed Sunday).
The opening of the new store marks the return of a Salvation Army thrift store to Peterborough after four years without one.
The previous store, located in the Brookdale Plaza on Chemong Road, closed in October 2021 due to increasing competition from other thrift stores.
