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Denman Works article urges residents to shop locally

A Denman Works contribution in the Aug. 6 Islands Grapevine described local shopping habits adopted during the pandemic and encouraged residents to keep buying on-island.

The Denman Firestarter · reporting 2020-08-06 · compiled 2026-10-09

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A Denman Works article in the Aug. 6 Islands Grapevine urged residents to shop locally, describing phone and email orders at the General Store, lineups outside the Hardware Store and bulk buying at the Earth Club Factory.^[1]

The article said these practices reduced the need for off-island trips and supported local jobs and income. It also suggested placing orders with island businesses and shopping on Denman before travelling to town.^[1]

The contribution identified itself as part of a Denman Works initiative to support a resilient local economy.^[1]

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