Here at SQM, would like to wish all our Canadian readers a very Happy Canada Day!!! And for our American counterparts, we would like to wish you all a very Happy (early) Fourth of July!
Today is a day to celebrate, so wake up and pour some fresh maple syrup over your pancakes, grab a cup of Timmies (or a Molson, if you prefer), and don't forget to end the night off with an epic show of fireworks, eh! With the Canada Day festivities upon us, we would like to remind everyone to stay safe. Remember to put some extra cash away because it's not worth picking up your car keys when you know you have had a bit too much to drink. A taxi cab is only a phone call away. And just remember to party your little heart out because...
YOU. ARE. CANADIAN!...eh!
We want to know how you're celebrating Canada Day, so send us a message and some pictures to our social media accounts!
We can be found on Facebook as Sally Sensors and Sensors Quality Management – Mystery Shopping. We can also be found on Twitter as @SQMInc and @Evaluate_It.
Happy Canada Day!
Through the eyes of Joshua…
Summer is here and you can expect the temperature to rise and the humidity to settle in. Here are a few tips to stay cool without relying too much on electricity:
Through the eyes of Kevin…
Our beaches may not rival the beaches of Spain or the South of France, but they are definitely a good substitute for people that want to get away from the city and enjoy some sand, water, and sunshine. Here are my picks for the best beaches to visit in Toronto:
Through the eyes of Amy…
Canada Day isn't just about celebrating our country, it's also about spending time with family, friends, neighbors, and, of course, your fellow Canadians. Here are five great ways to enjoy and celebrate Canada Day:
Through the eyes of Amy…
Summer is here, and its a great time to indulge in some delicious ice cream. However, what makes ice cream even more delicious is being able to enjoy it with a friend at a joint that serves up great customer service!
My friend and I recently visited an ice cream shop we'd had our eye on for a while. Upon entering the shop, we were greeted warmly by an employee standing behind a display of vibrantly colored ice cream. There were so many different flavors, from the classic vanilla or chocolate, to the more unusual strawberry-rhubarb or mango. As we tried to make up our minds, the employee informed us that all of their ice cream was homemade with the freshest dairy products, and that even their waffle cones were homemade.
Still indecisive about which flavor to purchase, the employee asked us if we wanted to try out a few samples. I have commitment issues, so the employee really had the customer service aspect nailed down when she let us try it before we bought it. We tried the black licorice, toffee butter brittle, and cherry cheesecake. They all tasted delicious, which only made our decision tougher. In the end, my friend decided on the toffee butter brittle while I chose the strawberry.
The fresh, homemade ice cream served on a hot waffle cone did not disappoint. Whether toffee butter brittle or strawberry flavored, the texture of the ice-cream was consistent, creamy, and deliciously authentic. The excellent customer service and assortment of flavors will have my friend and I returning for this sweet treat!
Through the eyes of Amy…
Summer is here and what better time to really get to know our beautiful city of Toronto. Here are the top five Toronto cultural institutes that get us really excited about history and culture:
Through the eyes of Joshua…
The downtown core is the place to shop if you want to keep up with new trends. Unfortunately, it's also the place to shop if you want to go bankrupt. However, there are other ways to shop for your favorite designer brands without exhausting your wallet. Outlet malls, often located closer to residential areas around the city limits, offer a variety of stores selling their products at more affordable prices.
You may not always be able to find the latest pair of jeans or designer shoes, but outlet malls are a great place to shop for out-of-season or excess stock at an affordable price. The savvy customer may also be able to find further deals through marked down sales or by using a coupon book. Typically, coupon books can be found at an information kiosk in the mall. While coupon books may need to be purchased (though they can sometimes be offered for free), for those expecting to make some major shopping purchases, the resulting savings will certainly be worth the cost.
Despite the fact that outlet malls are located outside of the downtown core, they are neither small nor lacking in variety. Beyond the designer clothing and shoe stores, you can also find confectioneries, kitchenware, and book shops, among a variety of other stores.
Nearly every major fashion brand will have a store at an outlet mall, ensuring that one is rarely disappointed when looking for their favorite brand. Outlet malls are a great place to carve out your style while ensuring your wallet feels full from all the savings!
Through the eyes of Joshua…
With Toronto's diverse multiculturalism, the classic fast food burger and fries are being pushed out by new ethnic restaurants and more up-scale, health-conscious establishments. We'd like to introduce you to a few new emerging restaurant trends making their way into the mainstream:
Everyone at SQM would like to wish you all a very happy and safe New Year. We hope you have all had a safe and happy holiday filled with food, family, and friends.
With the New Year's festivities upon us, we would like to remind everybody to stay safe. Remember to put some extra cash away because it's not worth picking up your car keys when you know you have had a bit too much to drink. A taxi cab is only a phone call away.
Now that we are all back in the office, and into our regular routines after the holidays, we wanted to spice it up a little bit.
Every new year brings some changes. At SQM, we are seeing some changes within the company. We have also brought in some fresh interns that will be delivering blogs for all of our readers on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. In addition to this, we have launched another website for our mystery shoppers which can be found at www.evaluateitbysqm.com. Blogs will be released on this site every Tuesday and Thursday- focusing on ways to help you save! These blogs will be hot off the press and they will be posted on our social media platforms.
Speaking of social media, we have two Facebook and two Twitter accounts! We want to interact with all of our readers, so here they are:
We can be found on Facebook as Sally Sensors and Sensors Quality Management – Mystery Shopping.
Sally Sensors is a place to find our weekly deals and mystery shops in your area, while SQM will feature our blogs.
We can also be found on Twitter as @SQMInc and @Evaluate_It. @SQMInc is our primary account that will feature our blogs, while @Evaluate_It will alert all our followers about our daily deals!
We want to have an interactive experience with our readers, so don't be shy! Let your voice be heard and let us know what you think.
Moving day can be a hectic, tiring, and stressful experience. Still, there are many ways to prepare for moving day that can help to ensure that the least amount of problems occur and allow for a smooth transition into your new home.
First, comes the preparation before the big day. You should always remember to make everything as easy as you can on yourself. One way of doing this is labeling all of your boxes and furniture with the appropriate rooms that they will be placed in. This makes your life easier because all of the heavy boxes and furniture will be carried over to their respective places, therefore ensuring that you don't have to lift these items again at a later time.
Now, you're probably staring at all of those boxes and furniture, wondering how you'll be able to carry them over to their respective places. Well, that's what friends and family are for... and moving companies, of course! Make sure you have made contact with everyone involved in the big day. This includes your friends and family members who will be helping you, moving companies, and of course, your real estate agent. Also remember to have your fully-charged cell phone handy, so that you can contact any extra hands that may be needed for the big move.
Secondly, when moving day comes, you need to be able to get up early. Be sure to leave the necessities out that are needed for the day. That means that you shouldn't pack up your toiletries and clothes just yet! Keep some cash handy for snacks to keep you and your movers (friends) happy. While full tummies keep everyone happy and energetic, it's also important to have a first aid kit handy to patch anybody up if it's needed.
Lastly, conduct a final inspection of the old place and ensure that you have not left anything behind! Make note of any items that become misplaced or damaged during the move and inform the insurance company of such losses. Also, remember to personally handle any confidential documents or valuables. Do not leave these in the hands of others- even if they're your friends.
Lastly, keep in mind that patience is a virtue. As long as you have the right attitude, the process should go smoothly.