Simply Frugal Weekend Deals

Oct 18 | Canada Deals, Frugal Living

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Simply Frugal Weekend Deals

Looking to save big this week?

Simply Frugal Weekend Deals is here to bring you the best discounts and deals across Canada!

Whether you’re hunting for home essentials, fashion finds, or something else, I’ve rounded up the best offers to help you stay on budget without sacrificing what you love.

From limited-time sales to secret coupon codes, I’ll make sure your shopping is both fun and affordable.

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Or, if you prefer Instagram or Facebook, you can find deals in my Instagram stories and Facebook Group often.

Let’s get started shall we? Get ready to shop smart and save more!

Like all of my other deal posts, this post contains affiliate links. You can read my disclosure policy here.

Well.ca

Well.ca is a Canadian company that I really enjoy ordering from. This week, they have a toy event going on with savings up to 60% off! Also, here are some of the brands that are on sale this week: Bravado, Webber Naturals, Weleda, Great Pretenders, Mint Cleaning, New Chapter, Baby Gourmet, Aveeno, Chosen Foods, FreeYumm and more! (ends October 19, 2025)

Take a look online at Well.ca here.

Gap Canada

The Friends & Family Event: Save 40% off everything from Gap Canada! Also, use the coupon code YOURS to save an extra 20% off and the coupon code FAMILY for another 10% off! (ends October 23, 2025)

Shop online at Gap Canada here.

Revive Superfoods

Want 50% off your first box of Canadian-Made, pre-portioned, chef crafted smoothies with real ingredients? Use the coupon code REVIVE50 to save 50% off your first box from Revive Superfoods!

Visit Revive Superfoods here.

Hello Fresh

New customers to Hello Fresh: Get up To 20 Free Meals + Free Shipping on first box + Free Sides for Life! Hello Fresh is the The most popular meal kit in the world!

Visit Hello Fresh here to get started.

Old Navy Canada

This weekend only, long sleeve tees for the family are $7 or $9 from Old Navy! (ends October 19, 2025) Deal drop: $20, $28, and $35 Sherpa for the family! Also, check out the clearance, you’ll find prices starting at only $4.99.

Shop online at Old Navy here.

The Children’s Place Canada

Puffer Palooza is on at The Children’s Place! Girls and Boys puffer jackets are $24.99 and under. Also, save an extra 20% off your purchase with the code GIMME20. (Not applicable on the puffer jackets though.)

Shop online at The Children’s Place here.

Under Armour

Get 40% off select full price styles with the coupon code OCT40 + Get an extra 10% off AND Free Shipping with the coupon code EXTRA10 at Under Armour!

Shop online at Under Armour here.

Reitmans

This weekend only, save 40% off tops online at Reitmans! Be sure to check out the sale section too: Save up to 60% off + an extra 30% off!

Shop online at Reitmans here.

The Body Shop Canada

Have you heard that The Body Shop is back?? It’s true! They’ve got an offer you may be interested in: Enjoy 25% off Sitewide online & in-store. Excludes Advent calendar and gifts.

Shop online at The Body Shop Canada here.

Travelzoo

Love travel deals? Try the Travelzoo membership! For a limited time only, try a 30 day membership for only $1! (After that it’s $40 per year, unless you cancel) As a member you get: Exclusive travel deals (up to 65% off), Free airport lounge access during flight delays (global coverage), Weekly vacation giveaways, Early access to Top 20 deals and flash sales. As well as handpicked, insider-only offers across hotels, flights, cruises & more!

Visit Travelzoo Canada here.

The Home Depot Free Kids Workshop

Build an Excavator! If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, The Home Depot has a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Excavator! Free workshop is November 8, 2025 anytime between 9am – 12pm.

Register for the workshop here.

Ardene

Save 30% Off Sweatshirts & Sweatpants from Ardene! Perfect for layering as the temperatures drop! This offer ends October 21, 2025. Don’t miss out! Also, save an additional 20% off markdowns!

Shop online at Ardene here.

Trivago Canada

Need to book a hotel stay? Book through Trivago to find a great hotel deal! They compare hotel prices from 100s of sites.

Visit Trivago Canada here.

DSW Canada

The Fall Haul Event is on! Save up to 50% off clearance items from DSW Canada. Also, save an extra 10% off booties when you use the coupon code EXTRA10. (ends October 23, 2025)

Shop online at DSW Canada here.

Mountain Warehouse

Save 50% off or more on jackets, footwear and more from Mountain Warehouse! Also, use the coupon code EXTRA20 to save another 20% off.

Shop online at Mountain Warehouse here.

Bluenotes

Save up to 50% off everything online at Bluenotes! In my opinion, this is a great place to shop for teens and tweens if you need to be budget conscious, but still want trendy things.

Shop online at Bluenotes here.

Indigo

Save 25% off Our Favourite Dark Academia Books, Buy 2, Get the 3rd Free on Select Kids’ Spooky Series, Up to 30% off Indigo Bestsellers, 25% off Freida McFadden’s books, Buy 2 roll wraps, get 1 free and more!

Shop online at Indigo.ca here.

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Prices accurate as of 3:00pm PT October 18, 2025.

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The Best Advent Calendars in Canada for 2025

Oct 13 | Frugal Living, Holidays

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The Best Advent Calendars in Canada

When I was growing up, the only advent calendar I knew of were those little chocolate ones that were a bargain from the grocery store or dollar store. But those were still magical and fun!

These days, advent calendars have evolved to include everything from beauty products to toys to crafts! Advent calendars in 2025 take things to a whole new level!  Imagine the excitement on your kids’ faces when they open up mini LEGO sets or Polly Pocket figures. Imagine your own excitement when you open up something you love each morning! 

For today’s post, I thought it would be fun to round up the best advent calendars in Canada for 2025! You’re sure to find something for everyone. They range in price from frugal to not so frugal, but I made sure to only list the well rated advent calendars and legit retailers!

Best Advent Calendars in Canada for Kids

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Best Advent Calendars in Canada for Adults

Please note: I listed the regular price on all the advent calendars, but they may go on sale too!

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Best Matching Family Christmas Pajamas in Canada for 2025

Sep 16 | Frugal Living, Holidays

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The Best Matching Family Pajamas

The count down is on for Christmas! Every year, I’m on the hunt for cute matching Christmas pajamas for my daughters. But this year, finding the best family Christmas pajamas is going to be on the agenda!

This year just feels like it needs to be extra festive, am I right? An extra dose of Christmas cheer will not disappoint! If you are feeling similarly and think a pair of matching Christmas pajamas for every family member is a must, then you will love this list today.

Below, I have found 5 Canadian, budget-friendly places to get matching family Christmas pajamas with so many adorable options. Enjoy!

The Children’s Place

The Children’s Place is a great Canadian option for family Christmas pajamas! Right now, they have a lot of sizes available and they are on sale all the time! So fun! Here’s a preview of what’s available:

Shop online at The Children’s Place here. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.

Old Navy Canada

Old Navy Canada has a big selection of matching family pajamas! They currently have some plaid designs available, but I’m sure they will be adding more as Christmas gets closer! Prices are regularly $14.40 – $59.99, but Old Navy often has sales that include their pj’s. Here’s a glimpse at the selection:

Shop online at Old Navy Canada to see the full selection. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.

Gap Canada

Take a look at the matching family pajamas from Gap Canada! They have some nice classic styles. Plus, they always have a sale going on it seems! (Currently, save 50% off your purchase and save an extra 20% off with the coupon code TREAT.) Here’s a sample of their selection:

Shop online at Gap Canada here for the full selection.

Little Blue House

Little Blue House has a great selection of matching family pajamas. Their selection includes onesies and 2 piece pajamas in a great selection of festive patterns. Here are a few cute ones to look at:

Shop online at Little Blue House to see the full selection! Shipping is free on orders of $75 or more.

Walmart

Walmart Canada has a good looking selection of matching Christmas pajamas online! Prices vary quite a bit. Here’s a look at some of the selection:

Shop online at Walmart Canada here. Shipping is free on orders of $35 or more.

A couple of honourable mentions are:

  • Amazon.ca: Nice big selection, but you may have a bit of a challenge finding the right sizes.
  • Joe Fresh: They have a nice selection of family pajamas each year.
  • Pajama Village: I have a coupon code that will save you 20% off your order! Use code TAYA20.

Did you find any great budget-friendly options from the list above? Also, if you get matching family pajamas, where do you normally purchase them?

Other articles you may enjoy:

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Fall M&M Monster Cookies

Aug 26 | Recipes

M&M monster cookies

Fall M&M Monster Cookies

I was in a cookie rut. Whenever my daughter and I make cookies, it always seems to be Peanut Butter Cookies. Don’t get me wrong, peanut butter cookies are delicious (and my husband’s favourite), but sometimes I want something a little different!

So, enter Fall M&M Monster Cookies! They’re easy to put together and delicious so they’re sure to please! And they still include peanut butter, so my husband is on board. 🙂 These Fall M&M Monster Cookies have everything. Peanut butter, oatmeal, chocolate chips and M&M’s, make for my FAVORITE Cookie!

INGREDIENTS 

  • 1 1/2 Cup peanut butter, smooth or chunky
  • 1 Cup sugar
  • 1 Cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 Cup butter, softened to room temperature
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 4 1/2 Cups oatmeal
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 Cup chocolate chips
  • 1 Cup Fall colored M&M’s (red, yellow and brown) + extra to press on top of the cookies prior to baking

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Combine the peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, baking soda and eggs.
  3. Add in the oatmeal one cup at a time, stirring well.
  4. Add in the 1 cup of chocolate chips and the 1 cup of Fall M&M’s.
  5. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto your baking sheets about 2-3″ a part. Press a few extra M&M’s into the tops of each cookie.
  6. Bake for 9-13 minutes. Do not overbake. Cookies will be slightly soft when you remove them from the oven but will set as they cool.

*Makes approximately 3 dozen cookies.

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Fall M&M Monster Cookies
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 Cups peanut butter smooth or chunky
  • 1 Cup sugar
  • 1 Cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup butter softened to room temperature
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 4 1/2 Cups oatmeal
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 Cup chocolate chips
  • 1 Cup Fall colored M&M’s + extra to press on top of the cookies prior to baking
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Combine the peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, baking soda and eggs.
  3. Add in the oatmeal one cup at a time, stirring well each time.
  4. Add in the 1 cup of chocolate chips and the 1 cup of Fall M&M’s.
  5. Drop by rounded tablespoon onto your baking sheets about 2-3″ a part. Press a few extra M&M’s into the tops of each cookie.
  6. Bake for 9-13 minutes. Do not overbake. Cookies will be slightly soft when you remove them from the oven but will set as they cool.

Kellogg’s Cereal Coupons

Aug 21 | Coupons, Printable Coupons

Kellogg’s Cereal Coupons

I just found a whole bunch of Kellogg’s cereal coupons available for print or cashback coupons!

Print your Kellogg’s Cereal coupons here.

Here’s what currently available:

  • Save $2.00 on NEW! Kellogg’s® Vector® Protein Granola
  • Save $2.00 on NEW! Kellogg’s® All-Bran® Frosted Bran Flakes Cereal 
  • Save $2.00 on Kashi® granola cereal
  • Save $2.00 on Kashi® cereal
  • Save $2.00 on Kellogg’s Two Scoops Raisin Bran
  • Save $2.00 on Kellogg’s® Special K® cereal
  • Save $2.00 on NEW! Kellogg’s Two Scoops Raisin Bran® Crunch cereal 
  • Save $2.00 on Kellogg’s® Vector® meal replacement or cereal 
  • Save $2.00 on Kellogg’s® All-Bran Original® cereal
  • Save $2.00 on Kellogg’s® Mini-Wheats® cereal

Print your Kellogg’s Cereal coupons here.

Looking for even more printable Canadian coupons? I’ve got you covered here.

How to Create a Budget Binder

Aug 2 | Budgeting, Frugal Living

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A Budget Binder for your financial success

Setting up a Budget Binder in your home is a terrific strategy for staying on top of your finances.  It should not only be a record of what is spent, but it should include your estimations for what will likely be spent in the coming year(s).  This binder or manual should be a go-to for all of your questions regarding what you can afford and how long it will take to reach your financial goals.

Here’s how to create a Budget Binder:

1. Find a binder that works for you. I really like this binder, but any binder will work. I would choose one that has at least a 1″ spine width.

2. You will also want to have some tabbed dividers so that you can separate your budget binder into sections. These Removable Index Tabs are perfect to add to each section. The tabs are writable and repositionable so you can move them around or use the same one if you need to refresh the page.

3. I like to divide my Budget Binder up by months. (One section for each month of the year, January – December) In each section/month, I include a Monthly expense tracker, a Monthly budget and bill tracker, a Monthly debt payoff tracker, a Monthly reflection sheet and Month at a glance calendar sheets. In the back, I have a yearly finance goal worksheet and spending trackers.

These pages can be found in The Budget Planner:

printable budget planner

The Budget Planner

I have created an easy to follow printable budget planner that takes the overwhelm out of budgeting! Use this planner to dream about yearly financial goals, track your bills and spending, discover what you did well, what you need to improve on and so much more! This planner will help keep you focused and ensure nothing is missed.

Get the Budget Planner here!

4. Also in the back, create a section for account information and include names of financial institutions, addresses, contact information, passwords and any other details that would be worth having at a glance.

5. You can also add pouches to hold receipts, a page to record prices on your favorite items, or anything else that might be useful in keeping your family in the black!

how to create a budget binder

There you have it! It’s that easy to set up a budget binder. Do you keep a Budget Binder? What pages do you keep handy in your family budget binder?

Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe

Jul 4 | Recipes

homemade taco seasoning

Our Favourite Homemade Taco Seasoning 

Taco night is a regular occurrence in our house. It’s quick, easy, and everyone’s happy! I love it when no one complains about what’s for dinner!

But here’s the thing… I stopped buying those taco seasoning packets ages ago. Once I started mixing up my own, there was just no going back. This homemade taco seasoning is so simple, way more affordable, and the best part? I can tweak it to fit our taste buds. Which, let’s be real, most of us are not built for spicy food.

I love that the savings add up too. Overall, this homemade version costs just a fraction of what you’d spend on the packaged kind.

I like to make a small jar each time and keep it in the pantry so we’re always ready when a taco craving hits (which is often). It’s perfect for ground meat, chicken, or even veggies if we’re going the meatless route. And yes, I’ve totally used it on roasted potatoes and in soups too—it’s that good.

Why I Love This Homemade Taco Seasoning:

  • It’s customizable. You can control the heat, the salt, and the flavour balance.
  • It saves money. Those little packets may seem cheap, but the homemade version costs pennies per use—and uses spices you probably already have.
  • No mystery ingredients. Just simple, real pantry spices. No preservatives, no weird fillers.
  • It’s super quick. Takes five minutes (if that!) to mix together.

If you haven’t tried making your own taco seasoning yet, this is your sign. It’s one of those little kitchen swaps that feels like a win every time you use it.

Want the recipe? Here’s the blend I use, feel free to tweak it to your liking!

4.5 from 2 votes
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Homemade Taco Seasoning
Ingredients
  • 4 Tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 6 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons salt more or less to taste
  • 4 teaspoons black pepper more or less to taste
Instructions
  1. Mix all ingredients in a bowl.

  2. Add to a spice jar or small mason jar.

  3. Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of this mixture plus 1/2 to 3/4 cup of water to one pound of cooked meat.

Here are some other homemade seasonings you may enjoy:

Amazon Canada Prime Day Deals

Jun 25 | Canada Deals, Frugal Living

Amazon Prime Days are coming! July 8 – 11, 2025 are going to be GREAT for finding deals!

To take advantage of the deals, you have to be a Prime member. BUT! If you haven’t been an Amazon Prime member in the last 12 months, you can sign up for a free 30 day trial!

To sign up for the Amazon Prime free trial:

  1. Go to Amazon Prime.
  2. Select Start your free trial.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions if prompted.

In the mean time, here’s how to get ready for Prime Day:

  • Make sure you’re a Prime member. The best deals will be Prime exclusives. (sign up for a free trial above!)
  • Make a list of things you’re shopping for. Think of birthdays, Christmas, essentials you use every day, and even “want to have” items. This will help you to remember what you’re shopping for and stay in control of your spending.
  • Add items to your Amazon cart that you are hoping go on sale. That way, if they drop in price, you can find them quickly.
  • Bookmark or keep my Amazon Storefront page open all day so you don’t miss a deal. I’ll be updating it many times throughout the four days.
  • Follow me on Instagram and watch my stories for the hottest deals.
  • Alternatively, you can join my Facebook Group, Frugal Finds in Canada, if Facebook is more your thing.
  • On the days of the sale, check out multiple times rather than waiting for a full cart. Many deals sell out quickly.

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How to Get 7 Free Audiobooks with Audible & Amazon Music

Jun 21 | Canada Deals, Freebies

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7 Free Audiobooks with Audible & Amazon Music

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If you love audiobooks, you have to check out these Audible and Amazon Music deals!

Currently, you can get 7 free audiobooks when you sign up for a 4 month free trial of Amazon Music and a 3 month free trial of Audible. That’s a fantastic deal!

With Amazon Music, you can now can get one Audible book per month as part of your monthly Amazon Music subscription. Unlimited subscribers can now enjoy one audiobook per month, including the largest catalogue of audiobooks from Audible, top podcasts and millions of songs ad-free.

Get 7 Free Audiobooks

Yes, you read that right — 7 audiobooks for FREE!

Here’s the deal:

Right now, you can sign up for a 4-month free trial of Amazon Music, which includes one free audiobook each month (you get to pick!). That’s 4 audiobooks to enjoy.

Then, if you’re new to Audible or recently canceled, you can grab a 3-month free trial of Audible when you sign up by July 31. That gives you 3 credits to use on any audiobooks you want — and you keep them forever, even if you cancel.

That’s 7 audiobooks totally free — no strings, no spending. Just be sure to cancel your memberships before the trials are over, unless you intend on continuing your memberships.

Here’s How to Stretch It Out for 7 Months of Free Listening:

  • June to September: Use Amazon Music to stream one audiobook a month (these don’t stay in your library, so listen before the month ends).
  • June to August: Use your Audible credits to grab one book each month and download or pre-order them.
  • October to December: Listen to the Audible books you downloaded earlier.

That’s 7 FREE audiobooks spread across 7 months — smart, frugal, and totally doable.

How Frugal Are You? Take the Bingo Challenge!

Jun 6 | Frugal Living

Frugal Bingo Challenge

Think you’re pretty frugal? Love finding deals, stretching your dollars, and getting creative with how you save? Then you’re going to love this.

I created a Frugal Bingo Card to celebrate all the little things we do to save money—without sacrificing fun. Whether you’re a coupon queen, a library lover, or someone who can whip up a full dinner from what’s in the pantry, this bingo card is for you.

It’s packed with simple, relatable, and proudly frugal wins. Some are everyday habits, others might give you a new challenge to try. Either way, it’s a fun way to recognize just how resourceful you really are.

So grab the free printable, play along with friends or family, or even share your progress on social media. Let’s see how many squares you can check off—and who in your circle is the most frugal of them all.

Download and print your frugal bingo card below:

Frugal Bingo WorksheetDownload