Top Thrift stores in Kingston, Canada

The prices are high for it being second-hand and donated items. I had to put back a lot of items that i was interested in due to their price tag. Unfortunately, there is no military discount. Not likely to return.

No fitting rooms AND they only give you 24 hours to return. Basically forcing you to gamble away your money.

It's an okay second-hand store. Lovely employees. The prices are... not really what I expected for a second-hand store. They should be a bit lower since it's all donated.. I know the store can't control this but the customers are so uninviting. As a first-time customer myself, I felt judged and uncomfortable. Mostly by older people ironic, right?

I loveee a thrift store, so I had to stop in. It was pretty organized, and the store was laid out nicely.

Liked that the shirts were colored coded on the racks - so if I want a pink shirt, I can find them all together.

They had some neat high heels in there, which I totally loved, but I don't have anywhere to wear them at this time as they are super fancy. They were also $14.95 or something ridiculous. Yo. Someone's bare feet have been in them. Come on now.

So the prices were...meh. Call me frugal, but I don't think any shirt or dress at a thrift store should be $9.99 or over. Like someone else's body has been in it... and I can buy a shirt at GT for $10 if I wanted to. In my humble opinion thrift stores should be selling clothes for cheaper than what you would pay for brand new shiz. GT or not.

Smelled like vanilla in the store, which was inviting. I went home and baked a cake (no I didn't lol).

Would I go back? No, They have no fitting rooms, which is a major disincentive. And they don't take returns, only exchanges for credit within 1 day.

Store is pretty dingy and prices are okay for a thrift store. They have a serious smell issue, the smell in the store was revolting. It reeked of urine and cigarettes, we had to leave the store after 5 mins because we couldn’t stand the smell. I couldn’t imagine buying clothes from here

Nice selection of used clothing in good shape (that was all I was interested in looking at, but they do have other houseware items, books, etc). However, everything is organized by color. This makes for an appealing looking rack but very hard to hone in on items of a particular size range. They have no changing room to try on items, don't take returns, and exchanges for credit must be made within 1 day. I can usually tell what type will fit me by looking at them and the prices are good, but wouldn't risk buying pants for myself when I can't try them on.

Such amazing community to have such amazing groups like Saint Vincent. They offer more than welcoming hearts & food + clothing / well needed items.

For the less fortunate….

I give them a 10 out of 10 !!donations are always welcome over there so if you have any free items that you want to get rid of St. Vincent is the place that I would recommended.

It's a small second hand store with great treasures for those who don't mind looking. They have great sales, so follow them to know when the deals start. The staff were friendly and present in the store organizing, sorting and bringing out new stock. I will be back 😊

Small thrift store with decent turn around on items. Prices are reasonable but I have noticed a slight increase as of late. Staff are always friendly and make decent conversation when checking out. I appreciate that they use the majority of the space in the store (home items on shelves above clothing racks). Wish they hours were slightly extended for those who work during daytime but understand it may not be possible with the staff limitations. Overall a good experience.

The people here are excellent. They really try to help when you have had a set back or even if you just need someone. It is for everyone. Thanks SVDP.

Very nice people thank them for doing what they do for us all the time cause they volunteer they dont have too actually be there they choose too so again I thank you for not just myself but for everyone

Great place to meet up with friends, get some free needed clothes, and other necessities. Always a kind place to be. People can go to enjoy coffee, lunch, and emergency food pantry, which is very easy to access.
My friend, and I meet there every week for light hearted conversation, shopping, and lunch! What would we do without this place?
Her, and I call it our one stop shopping mall! We often leave with cool treasures for our homes, and/or something new to wear. We wouldnt be able to afford going out somewhere to lunch, and shopping. So, its definitely a special place in our hearts! Thank you Vinnies!!! You rock!

So much better than Martha's. You're really treated like a human here and I didn't get food borne from their roast dinner unlike Martha's.

One of the very best things about Kingston is its Social Conscience. This active Charity doubles as a Food Bank, Donation Centre and Thrift Centre.

Great place to come and grab a bite to eat, enjoy people's company and take home free items for your home/wardrobe. Also, an amazing place to donate your time (or items unwanted from your home) to help out in the community. Welcoming staff, wonderful volunteers and all around great people.

Love this place open 9am-1pm. They serve a free lunch i think everyday. They have food bank like service as well as clothing, houseware, toys and more all free for those in need. They are kind and do there best to accommodate everyone.