Because I Said So

Because I Said So Because I Said So: corner of 19th St and Hwy 2 S in Nanton, AB. Great cards, jewelry, espresso… Also home to the Nanton Literacy & Learning Used Book Corner.

What do you do when your Fair Trade cafe is being overtaken by a great collection of greeting cards, stationery, Fair Trade jewelry, crafts, independent music, beeswax candles,a great line of body care and a lot of other cool stuff? You switch gears and open a retail store that also happens to sell organic Fair Trade coffee drinks.

The weather is too wild for Lois, so she's waiting to greet you inside today from 10 am - 5:30 pm. This liquid gold is g...
06/02/2026

The weather is too wild for Lois, so she's waiting to greet you inside today from 10 am - 5:30 pm. This liquid gold is great for the fields but not so great for our very old building so please use the Remax door when you come for your warming coffee or tea, or maybe you still need to sign the Water Not Coal petition? This is the last week to add your voice to this important issue so come see us today!

Despite the torrential downpour Lois was in a shopping mood today. She was graciously kept dry by our handsome doorman a...
05/31/2026

Despite the torrential downpour Lois was in a shopping mood today. She was graciously kept dry by our handsome doorman as she left. We’re open 11-5 today. Lots of new items, used books and coffee is exceptional!

What would an Alberta Victoria Day weekend be without some inclement weather? We're here every day with hot drinks, fun ...
05/15/2026

What would an Alberta Victoria Day weekend be without some inclement weather? We're here every day with hot drinks, fun stuff, lots of books and the WaterNotCoal petition available to sign! Open 10-5:30 Friday and Saturday, 11-5 Sunday and Monday.

I think we’re all mothers in our own way. We all nurture, and that’s good.❤️So here at Because I Said So we have a grea...
05/07/2026

I think we’re all mothers in our own way. We all nurture, and that’s good.❤️So here at Because I Said So we have a great selection of Mother’s Day gifts for the special nurturer in your life. We’re open every day to make it easy.

Water Not Coal petition is here to sign Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday this week! Thanks to everyone for sharing, sign...
04/29/2026

Water Not Coal petition is here to sign Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday this week! Thanks to everyone for sharing, signing and canvassing for this important cause; uptake has been great and we need to keep going! Don't forget to grab a property tax or utility bill with your physical address on it if your DL just has a PO Box number.

In other news, we have a new shipment of Native Northwest products, including kids' socks! Adorable owls, frogs and Sasquatch to fit ages 3-10 years. New adult socks as well as more beautiful scarves. Come check them out!

We've got you covered for Earth Day.... Jude's Miracle Cloths, World's Best Scrubbies, Universal Stone cleanser, Swedis...
04/22/2026

We've got you covered for Earth Day.... Jude's Miracle Cloths, World's Best Scrubbies, Universal Stone cleanser, Swedish Dish Cloths, Purifyou mesh bags, metal straws, cloth bags and more, reducing waste and saving you money in the long run. We also recycle books, with a jam-packed corner of $1 books, with all proceeds supporting the Nanton Literacy & Learning Society. Everybody wins! Sign the WaterNotCoal petition while you're here, and help make sure our water stays clean for the next generations.

The WaterNotCoal petition is available to sign all weekend, along with coffee, cards, books, jewelry and more... all the...
04/11/2026

The WaterNotCoal petition is available to sign all weekend, along with coffee, cards, books, jewelry and more... all the things to make your weekend superb! Pop in to Parkland Sourdough right next door, and pick up some amazing bread, cinnamon buns, local fresh greens and a big smile from Rowena.

Lois, I know it’s not snowing anymore but it’s NOT that warm. 🙄Have a lovely evening everyone. Enjoy the sunshine.☀️
04/07/2026

Lois, I know it’s not snowing anymore but it’s NOT that warm. 🙄Have a lovely evening everyone. Enjoy the sunshine.☀️

Oh Lois! You brave Canadian out there shovelling in your Spring attire. Let us offer you a warm beverage (✔️) a beautifu...
04/07/2026

Oh Lois! You brave Canadian out there shovelling in your Spring attire. Let us offer you a warm beverage (✔️) a beautiful new mug(✔️)mittens(✔️) or a cozy hoodie(✔️)
And warmth…always. We’re open.

The WaterNotCoal petition is available for signing in store Thursday, March 26 - Monday, March 30! Please bring ID showi...
03/26/2026

The WaterNotCoal petition is available for signing in store Thursday, March 26 - Monday, March 30! Please bring ID showing your physical address, not just your mailing address (must be a resident of Alberta and Canadian citizen). See you there!

Address

1902 21 Avenue, PO Box 328
Nanton, AB
T0L1R0

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10am - 5:30pm
Friday 10am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+14036462111

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