Swapsity Blog

Season's Greetings

2011-12-20 08:44:07, by Swapsity

Heartfelt wishes for a wonderful holiday season and a very happy New Year from all of us at Swapsity. We hope your holidays are full of peace and joy. Season's Greetings to everyone!

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Five Frugal Living Tips

2011-12-13 10:42:44, by Swapsity

By Meka Jones   So, it’s mid-December now, smack in the middle of the year’s peak buying season. If you’re not in the shopping spirit, or even if you’re suffering from an excess of spending, these tips are for you.   This year I read all the books in the Toronto Public...

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Swapsity's Clothing Swap the Highlight at Shop Sustainable

2011-12-08 08:50:25, by Swapsity

Grey skies and a near-constant downpour couldn't dampen the excitement of fashion-savvy swappers at Swapsity’s high-end Clothing Swap, a highlight at Shop Sustainable on November 29. Armed with bags of pre-loved clothes, shoes and accessories, participants flocked to the fashion swap, ready...

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Barter Tip #6: Replace 5% of your Budget with Barter

2011-12-01 18:29:19, by Swapsity

Barter can make a tight budget go a long way. Ease your money stress and make a conscious effort to swap for 5% of your budget. Try bartering for a portion of your discretionary expenses, stuff like clothes, fitness, beauty and fun. If you make $40,000 a year, that’s an extra $125/month you can...

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Barter in Your Budget

2011-11-25 09:40:46, by Swapsity

By Shannon Simmons I spent a year living without money. I saved up enough for rent and my cell phone bill for the year but had to barter for everything else. Spending a year living on the barter system forced me to get out there and put the collaborative consumption model to the test. Can you really...

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Swapsity Interviews the Barter Babe

2011-11-17 16:16:23, by Swapsity

Meet Shannon Simmons, a charismatic and upbeat financial planner who recently wrapped up a life-changing year of bartering. In 2010, Shannon quit her high rolling Bay Street job to spend a year living on barter. It was a huge adjustment for Shannon, who went from Holt Renfrew to housecoats, daily taxis...

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Buy Nothing, Swap Something Day on November 25!

2011-11-17 14:33:27, by Swapsity

Putting a swap-centric twist on Buy Nothing Day, Swapsity is hosting Buy Nothing, Swap Something Day on November 25. Take a detox from shopping and step into the world of swapping! Join Swapsity for a highly engaging and inspirational evening that will make you rethink how you look at money. This...

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Crafty Swapper Offers One of a Kind Critters

2011-11-15 17:12:56, by Swapsity

The creative mind behind Swapsity’s Swaptopus has turned her eco-friendly talents for crafting custom-made critters into swap success. Using recycled materials, Lisa made the Movie Music Eco-Swap mascot, which debuted at the Live Green Toronto Festival and was a huge hit with visitors of all ages....

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Fantastic Swap Season Comes to an End in Kensington

2011-11-08 17:32:32, by Swapsity

October 30 marked the last Pedestrian Sunday of the year. With vehicles off the roads and live music playing, the sunny afternoon brought crowds of local people—a few in costume—out to embrace the culture and diversity that is Kensington Market. They perused the neighbourhood's handcrafted...

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Swapsity and ASSU Bring a New Currency to U of T

2011-11-04 12:00:00, by Swapsity

Swapsity is excited to team up with the Arts and Science Students' Union (ASSU) at U of T, to help students convert their assets and skills into a NEW currency, to get what they want and need. Cash is necessary for some things. When possible, we believe you should save your cash and satisfy your needs...

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