The Opportunity Shop

The Opportunity Shop The Opportunity Thrift Shop has been in business for over 50 years. The Guild was formed by a membership committee in 1959.

We are not a consignment; we take donations only. We sell:
- jewelry, vintage/ antique items
- gently used clothing and footwear for women, men and children
- high-end boutique section
- books, puzzles, household items
- housewares
- smaller furniture items (bookcases, chairs, stools, lamps and fans)
- bedding, linens, towels, curtains, fabric
**we are unable to sell toys and baby furniture due t

o insurance restrictions. The store progressed from a few volunteers to 40 volunteers, four part-time employees and is open five days a week. Our volunteers work shifts of three hours or three and one-half hours a week each. This relates to over 6,000 hours per year! Volunteers meet the public and enjoy a sociable time working with others. Volunteers do a variety of jobs such as helping customers, cashiering, pricing and displaying items for sale.

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

SURPRISE SALE!!
Hi there treasure hunters a.k.a. the YXE OPPORTUNITY SHOP thrifters.

The last surprise sale a couple of weeks ago was so much fun, the manager said "let's have another one".

Here we go...our DRESS racks are loaded with great looking summer dresses and skirts and there's more waiting their turn to show off but no place to put them. Here's where you come in........

This coming Friday and Saturday, the 29th and 30th of May, the DRESSES and SKIRTS will be 50% off. This also includes the orange tagged dresses which are 50% off already!!! A $12 dress with an orange tag will cost only 3 dollars!!!

PINK TAGGED DRESSES AND SKIRTS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

05/12/2026

The boss was in a good mood Monday morning and said "let's have a surprise sale this week".
"That's a great idea we all said."

After some discussion, a decision was made.

50% off on LONG sleeved tops and LONG pants.(men's and womens).(Capris and shorts not included)

Pink ticketed items (boutique) are not included.

Happy shopping 🛍

05/08/2026

Donations can be dropped off at parking spot #9 between The Opp Shop and Egadz. If item(s) are smaller, light weight and easily carried, they can be brought in through the front door and given to the cashier or carried to the back area of the shop where someone will help you.
Thank you.

05/08/2026

There have been some individual enquiries about donating to the YXE Opportunity Thrift Shop. This is an update for everone regarding donations.
First of all, thank you for considering the Opp Shop as your donation recipient.
The shop is now open on Monday as well as Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
We accept donations until 3:00 p.m. on any day the shop is open.
We respectfully ask that items are clean and in good condition.
Accepted donations can include clothing for women, men and children, household items including kitchen ware, linens, small appliances, books, jewellry and other items you want to rehome.
Furniture and large appliances are not accepted due to lack of space.
I hope this information is helpful. Many new customers have come to shop here and are happy with the quality and variety of items for sale.
The shop is staffed primarily by volunteers who enjoy what they are doing and knowing that the profits are donated to local charities is a win win for everyone.

Have a great day!!! 🎉👍💕

03/16/2026

Back to our precovid days!!!! Let's hope it's in the rear view mirror and stays there.
The Opportunity Thrift Shop is now open on Monday starting today.....Monday, March 16th, 2026. This is a great way to start spring.
Winter sale continues at 50% off for now but we are making room for spring/summer wear.

03/14/2026

GOOD NEWS!!!! 🗣🗣🗣
THE YXE OPPORTUNITY THRIFT SHOP IS ADDING ANOTHER DAY OF SHOPPING!!!!
Starting MONDAY, MARCH 16th, 2026 the shop will now be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. every Monday for shopping. We look forward to serving our customers an extra day each week!!!

03/01/2026

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The YXE OPPORTUNITY THRIFT STORE continues to donate its profits to local community charities.Check out our "Brag Board"...
03/01/2026

The YXE OPPORTUNITY THRIFT STORE continues to donate its profits to local community charities.
Check out our "Brag Board" listing some of the charities that have been presented with donations of cash as well as merchandise.
There's so many rewarding moments when we are able to make these donations.
The volunteers are the backbone that makes the business what it is today. We are always welcoming new recruites. If this appeals to you to come and join us for a few hours a week as a volunteer, just give the shop a call or better yet, come in and meet the manager who will share information and set you up.

12/16/2025

Address

1/511 1st Avenue North
Saskatoon, SK
S7K1X5

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 10am - 4:30pm
Thursday 10am - 4:30pm
Friday 10am - 4:30pm
Saturday 10am - 4:30pm

Telephone

306-242-8002

Website

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