West Edmonton Mall offers Toddler Time so parents and their young children (up to and including 5 years old) can enjoy some of the attractions at a discounted price.
Here's the details, as taken from their brochure:
World Waterpark Toddler Time
Monday to Thursday: Noon to 3 p.m.
Admission is only $10 per child five years of age and under!
One adult may chaperone each child for free.
Galaxyland Toddler Time
Monday to Thursday: Noon to 3 p.m.
Admission is only $10 per child five years of age and under!
One adult may chaperone each child for free.
Ed’s Rec Room Toddler Time (Bowling)
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 11 a.m. to noon
Play a maximum of two games of bowling (offer includes shoe rentals).
Plus: Lanes use automatic bumpers.
Admission is only $6 per child five years of age and under!
One adult may chaperone each child for free.
According to one source, the waterpark only charges $10 for any number of children (from one family) under the age of 6. This has not been confirmed by anyone else, and does contradict what the website brochure advertises, but hey, it's worth a try!
I've been told that ( at least for the waterpark) you are not kicked out after 3pm, and can stay through the main public attraction times later on into the evening.
If you'd like to take advantage of those prices, and I do certainly hope that the all for $10 works for you, this is a good opportunity to take the kids out for some fun.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Cell Phone Bills
I was recently reminded of a tip regarding cell phone bills that I feel is very important to share with you readers. Always, ALWAYS check through the bill and make sure there are no charges for things that are already included in your plan!
I worked as an administrative assistant for a large Edmonton business before I had kids, and my responsibilities included coordinating the cell phones for many of the employees there. Every month, I went through the details of each bill and regularly saved the company over $100 on their bill. Most of the time, these charges were for long distance calls that should have already been included in the plan.
Nothing frustrated me more than seeing extra charges for things that we had already paid for! It was usually a hassle to get these charges turned around into credits, but a little time and perseverance goes a long way. If you were wrong, and the charges are valid, you can always change your plan or avoid those charges in the future.
When dealing with the cell phone companies, it's best to stay calm but very firm about what you are asking about. Do not take their word for it until it makes sense to you and you see clearly why you should pay for the charges. I have spent hours on the phone with various cell phone companies and I know that at first, they seem to think you are completely clueless. After all, how could they be the one who made the mistake? If you are not getting through, immediately ask the representative to escalate your case to a manager or supervisor.
I don't believe that the cell companies are specifically out to get us, (though sometimes I wonder!) but people and computers do make mistakes.
Check carefully through each cell phone bill to make sure that any additional charges are things that you actually need to pay for.
I worked as an administrative assistant for a large Edmonton business before I had kids, and my responsibilities included coordinating the cell phones for many of the employees there. Every month, I went through the details of each bill and regularly saved the company over $100 on their bill. Most of the time, these charges were for long distance calls that should have already been included in the plan.
Nothing frustrated me more than seeing extra charges for things that we had already paid for! It was usually a hassle to get these charges turned around into credits, but a little time and perseverance goes a long way. If you were wrong, and the charges are valid, you can always change your plan or avoid those charges in the future.
When dealing with the cell phone companies, it's best to stay calm but very firm about what you are asking about. Do not take their word for it until it makes sense to you and you see clearly why you should pay for the charges. I have spent hours on the phone with various cell phone companies and I know that at first, they seem to think you are completely clueless. After all, how could they be the one who made the mistake? If you are not getting through, immediately ask the representative to escalate your case to a manager or supervisor.
I don't believe that the cell companies are specifically out to get us, (though sometimes I wonder!) but people and computers do make mistakes.
Check carefully through each cell phone bill to make sure that any additional charges are things that you actually need to pay for.
Kijiji (Local online ads)
So, I've mentioned Kijiji (Pronounced "Ki- jee- jee") before, but I just want to give you an update of the excellent deals you can find on that site!
Kijiji is a free classified ads site, which you can set to view only ads in your area.
I've found many deals on Kijiji, in their free section and throughout the rest of the site, but most recently, I have found another interesting way to get what I want for less money. Kijiji offers an option for you to post ads for the things you are hoping to find. Instead of checking the site every day for what you are looking for, you can simply post a wanted ad, and see if anyone replies!
In the last two weeks, I posted ads for dressy shoes and a bathing suit for my daughter. In both ads, I specified my budget, (up to a max of $5 for each item) and wrote what I was hoping to find.
For example, I wrote:
I am looking for nice girl's black dressy shoes, toddler size 5. I am not willing to pay over $5. They don't have to be in perfect condition, but I am hoping for something she can wear out to some upcoming special events. Will pick-up in the Edmonton area.
I had a few replies and was able to find a beautiful pair of shoes for $4!!
I was successful in my search for kids items as well. I purchased 2 bathing suits, one in my daughter's size, and one in the next size up, for $2 each! For my son, I found a suit (pants, dress shirt, vest, and coat) for $10, and a pair of winter boots for $3.
If you post a wanted ad, someone is likely to see it and think, "gee, I think I might even have that boxed away. I might as well get some cash out of the deal!" Most of the people who respond to a wanted ad haven't ever really thought of selling their item, and are therefor not set on obtaining the highest dollar possible for what they sell. Stating your budget in the ad will help people too know whether it's worth it to them to reply.
On a site like Kijiji, you have to remember that you may have to be patient, and possibly re-post your ad before you will get what you want. At times, you'll have an answer immediately, but sometimes it takes awhile for your ad to be read by the right person with the right deal on the right item.
The other side of Kijiji want ads is that you can find things that people want, and sell it to them! You may have never thought of selling that box of old Christmas ornaments until someone specifically asks if anyone has any for sale. Clean out your clutter, make a buck, and help another person get an excellent deal!
It's a winning situation for everyone. (And if it's not, you can just refuse the offer or sale!)
Kijiji is a free classified ads site, which you can set to view only ads in your area.
I've found many deals on Kijiji, in their free section and throughout the rest of the site, but most recently, I have found another interesting way to get what I want for less money. Kijiji offers an option for you to post ads for the things you are hoping to find. Instead of checking the site every day for what you are looking for, you can simply post a wanted ad, and see if anyone replies!
In the last two weeks, I posted ads for dressy shoes and a bathing suit for my daughter. In both ads, I specified my budget, (up to a max of $5 for each item) and wrote what I was hoping to find.
For example, I wrote:
I am looking for nice girl's black dressy shoes, toddler size 5. I am not willing to pay over $5. They don't have to be in perfect condition, but I am hoping for something she can wear out to some upcoming special events. Will pick-up in the Edmonton area.
I had a few replies and was able to find a beautiful pair of shoes for $4!!
I was successful in my search for kids items as well. I purchased 2 bathing suits, one in my daughter's size, and one in the next size up, for $2 each! For my son, I found a suit (pants, dress shirt, vest, and coat) for $10, and a pair of winter boots for $3.
If you post a wanted ad, someone is likely to see it and think, "gee, I think I might even have that boxed away. I might as well get some cash out of the deal!" Most of the people who respond to a wanted ad haven't ever really thought of selling their item, and are therefor not set on obtaining the highest dollar possible for what they sell. Stating your budget in the ad will help people too know whether it's worth it to them to reply.
On a site like Kijiji, you have to remember that you may have to be patient, and possibly re-post your ad before you will get what you want. At times, you'll have an answer immediately, but sometimes it takes awhile for your ad to be read by the right person with the right deal on the right item.
The other side of Kijiji want ads is that you can find things that people want, and sell it to them! You may have never thought of selling that box of old Christmas ornaments until someone specifically asks if anyone has any for sale. Clean out your clutter, make a buck, and help another person get an excellent deal!
It's a winning situation for everyone. (And if it's not, you can just refuse the offer or sale!)
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