Yellowknife’s Shop Local Holiday Initiative has found its winners!
Every year for the holidays, the City of Yellowknife launches ShopYK, a campaign to encourage locals to do their shopping at businesses run by YK-based owners.
The initiative ran from November 12th to December 12th and saw thirty-two different businesses that opted to participate. This year’s campaign saw a total of 1,283 submissions sent in by city residents, and $212,191 spent at local businesses. Participating shoppers were randomly selected to win prizes in gift cards to the participating businesses, and on December 13th, the three grand prizes were awarded.
The top three prizes were $2,000, $1,000, and $500 all in gift cards to chosen businesses. The first place prize went to Matthew and Christine S., Second place went to Debra A., and third place went to John M.
(Photo provided by Yellowknife Chamber)
(Photo provided by Yellowknife Chamber)
Mayor Rebecca Alty spoke on the campaign, saying that it is “always an exciting way to start the holiday season while celebrating our amazing local businesses. These businesses are the backbone of our community, and by supporting them, we are fostering a stronger, more resilient Yellowknife. Thank you to everyone who participated by shopping local and celebrating the unique offerings our city has to share.”
