Parents Shop Early for School Deals | Canada News

Parents are already diving into back-to-school shopping months ahead, driven by discounts and rising prices—nearly 60% have started by April, with 91% feeling costs are up. Half struggle to find deals, so they’re hitting multiple stores and planning multiple trips. The economic impact? $4.5 billion in Canadian sales, with families spending $600–$750 per kid—including electronics. And AI’s stepping in: 23% have used it for lists, price comparisons, or tips, with 21% ready to give it a shot. This is no longer just shopping—it’s a full-blown, AI-powered, budget-hacking operation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d63873f7a6e8f84e