There are actually thrift stores in Richmond though not many. Had a reason to divert through there so made a point to stop and find 3 (saw all 3 but couldn't find the 1st we saw due to parking).
First stop was on 7300-block Elmbridge Way where the local mental health's Pathway Clubhouse thrift shop is. A very small affair, there's your range of goods but not very much as it is tiny. No fix on prices because we didn't see anything of interest. Parking is paid, street.
Next was at the top end of Minoru Boulevard where there's the SPCA thrift store franchise (two, both apparently related). This one is hard to find as it is recessed deep into the lot (north side of Paramount Furniture). This is a medium sized store but there's virtually no work done on keeping it organised. A big, hazardous pile of goods where you go in and dig through. Lots of hidden gems. Got a whole bunch of items (4 cups and saucers, 4 Riedel champagne glasses) for only $5 (no pricing so look/dress poor!) and that's cheap so well worth having a look and dig. Free lot parking.
There is another SPCA shop on Alderbridge Way (north side). Saw it open, west of Garden City but well before No 3 Road, but no parking out front. Went to the back road to park but couldn't find it again. Will save it for another day.
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