Christmas: Holiday shoppers looking for deals [Video]

The countdown is on for Christmas with the big day now less than a week away. It means that stores are busy with last-minute shoppers who are trying to get everything done.

This year, the consumer mindset is focused on saving wherever possible.

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At the St. Laurent Shopping Centre, the parking lots were full. Shoppers like Carla Rowan are slowly crossing things off a list.

“A few more things to go, but I’m getting there,” she said. “Everybody’s been super helpful here too, which is great.”

A survey by retail consultants at EY Global finds that this year, thousands are hunting for sales amid a cost-of-living crisis.

“More than ever, Canadian shoppers are spending their money carefully. They are looking for deals, they’re looking for sales, and they’re prioritizing price above almost everything else,” said …