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(Post some that're worth the dolla)

Resteraunts yes but not no soaps and candles type of shops

eh why not in the grand scheme of things its not gonna matter, the lucky ones will continue to live and a vast majority of them will fail, and new optimistic people will fill the void hoping to become one of the lucky ones.

no

only ones that have a been around for a while and have a proven reputation

brand new small businesses? absolutely not

brand new non franchised barbershops and tailors with competitive prices are worth trying, could be your new go-to

no

there's a small computer parts and repair shop that is cheaper and faster than Best Buy or any other big box and they even have better communication

it's downtown too and everyone i know loves it and recommends it over the big box

small businesses in downtown toronto = food markets in china town and vintage clothing boutiques?

Where in Toronto?

yes, especially if they have good honest service and try to be as competitive as they can

i always shop small when i can

"PC SHOP computers"

on queen right near spadina

"Are Small Businesses Worth Buying From?" I ask myself as I pay $5 for a muffin from the local bakery.

That's what comes to kit's mind and music store.

yea

Whichever has the best offering gets a sale dont care if it's a big or small shop

If i hear the owner has been thru sum unfortunate situation I'll still support them where i can

depends on the business and product. what I've noticed in business is that most people when thinking of something they'll buy on a regular basis will just go for what's convenient and ignore a small business in favor of what's familiar. If you believe in a small business and the people behind it why not?

Yes, because:
Big corporations are evil
Depending on where you live the taxes from the business operating might stay in your area

Updooted

Depends on what field but I do support local small business around my area.

Basically this, if I'm getting tissues then I'm just gonna go to a chain store

If it's something unique or a personalised service then local for sure

It doesn’t seem fair at all to give a catch all yes or no answer. Depends on the business/product and values of the owner. Among other things.

What is your opinion on this op