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Old 04-29-2010 at 11:52 AM   #1
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Where to get boxes for moving?
Hey, I'm in a situation where I don't have anything to pack with lol. do you guys know of a place where I can get a bunch of cardboard boxes? Thanks.
Old 04-29-2010 at 11:57 AM   #2
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best option is to try a local grocery store, they go through quite alot and likely have some in the back if you ask
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Old 04-29-2010 at 12:01 PM   #3
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I've always gone to No Frills, where they have boxes at the front of the store in place of bags, and helped myself. The LCBO is pretty good for boxes too. As a last resort, you can call local movers and ask about buying/renting used boxes, though that can get expensive if they're greedy.
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Old 04-29-2010 at 12:26 PM   #4
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Go to a local photocopying store..the boxes they use for the paper are very strong!

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LCBO, Food Basics (Stoney Creek), No Frills

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