IGA

They have such great things to purchase you won't find in the bigger stores. Personal shopping here and some things are a bit more expensive. Good Canadian selection and local sellers. The operator and manager Charlie is amazing and kind to everyone and lots of customers greet him daily as he greets them back.

When I went to look at the cinnamon buns they keep by the store one of their employees started frantically waving and pointing at me in a very embarrassing fashion, so I called my boyfriend to help calm me down. He seemed to be amused at the prospect of a man having a boyfriend and proceeded to yell at me to never come back and how I was stealing after leaving my groceries at the till while in tears. After I’ve spent hundreds of dollars here… embarrassing choice of character employed here.

A very well planned and stocked store. The bakery, deli, meat and prepared foods are all fantastic and overall great value for the quality you get. To be clear - this is a specialty store so while you will find your staple items, know that the store is not going to be the lowest cost option. However - the upside in the current environment is that this chain has been highlighting Canadian and more importantly BC made products for many years so I have confidence in the labels.

High-end IGA. Great selection. Prices may be more expensive, but many obscure products available from other countries. Very neat, well organized, clean and wonderful service from well-seasoned and informed clerks! European atmosphere. Great deli, fresh sushi booth, wonderful bakery, small sit-down cafe, service in the meat department is awesome! There is not much you can't find here!

The quality and variety of fresh fruit, veg, baked goods, and meat is exceptional. The rest of the store is fantastic as well. It's a little pricier than other retailers but worth it.