Downtown Dollars return to support Stratford’s local businesses

Kim Griffiths, membership and animation liaison with the Stratford Business Improvement Area, holds Downtown Dollars, which are now available for purchase to support local businesses this season.

The Downtown Stratford Business Improvement Area (BIA) is encouraging residents to purchase Downtown Dollars this season to help promote and support local shopping in the city’s core.

Sold in denominations of $5, $10 and $20, Downtown Dollars make a great gift for teachers, coaches, colleagues and those hard-to-buy-for friends and family members, while offering a more personal touch than cash.

“They’re a great gift for just about everyone,” said Jamie Pritchard, BIA general manager. “They make great holiday gifts from employers to teachers, or just for the person who is always hard to buy for.”

Similar to gift cards, Downtown Dollars never expire but can also be used at most downtown businesses, including restaurants, cafés and clothing stores. Excluded businesses include cannabis and vape shops, as well as the LCBO.

“I’m at an age where I don’t need any more knick-knacks,” Pritchard said. “My wife and I tell our kids to get us Downtown Dollars because we’re always here. We can go to a restaurant together, stop in at one of the local shops, get a treat from one of our amazing chocolatiers, have a cup of coffee and a scone at a café – there are just so many options to choose from.”

Downtown Dollars are a thoughtful way to give loved ones a local experience, Pritchard added.

To purchase Downtown Dollars, call Destination Stratford at 519-271-5140 or visit in person at 47 Downie St. Cash, credit and debit are accepted.

For large or corporate orders, please arrange at least 48 hours in advance by emailing info@downtownstratford.ca