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TORONTO, July 20, 2017 /CNW/ - With a new school year
on the horizon, the Staples Back-to-School Pro Lounge will
take over the heart of Toronto from July 21-25 for an experience unlike any
other. Located at the intersection of Blue Jays Way and
King Street West, visitors of
all ages are invited to explore an immersive ambiance filled with
free interactive activities, unique displays, creative workshops
and contests, presented by Staples
and its various partners.
"The back-to-school season is a true anthropological sensation,"
said Mary Sagat, president of
Staples Canada. "Regardless of
age, income or place of residence, the season is important to most
Canadians. The concept for an interactive lounge arose out of this
reality and reflects our promise and responsibility to consumers.
By doing the research for them, and guiding them every step of the
way, we aim to relieve some of the stress people feel throughout
the busy shopping season."
Visitors to the Pro Lounge can enter to win a $1,000 Staples Gift Card by posting a picture of
their favourite area of the lounge, using the hashtag
#ThinkStaples.
For consumers unable to visit, Staples will broadcast several live events
through its Facebook page.
You will find pictures and video from the launch here.
"After months of research and tests, it is such a thrill to
showcase our findings and see this project come to life," says
Elena Delli Pizzi, Staples category manager. "Whether you are
interested in the basics like backpacks and lunchboxes, the latest
tech, or tools for an A+ science project, guests will leave
inspired by the displays and activities, and ready to take on the
back-to-school season like a pro!"
Activities, workshops and more
THE
CLASSROOM, equipped with 16 student desks, sets the
stage for the latest in-class products. Workshops will be held
throughout the week, touching anything from tech tutorials and how
to make slime.
THE TECH CORNER will allow curious cats to try out the
latest in gaming, with a simple work space that will transform into
a gamer's dream desk.
THE LOCKER ROOM opens the door to big options for tight
spaces. Stylish lockers will be showcased by grade, giving students
of all ages the inspiration they need to setup a decked out
locker.
THE DORM ROOM offers creative options on décor, furniture
and storage solutions to make moving out a little easier. This
portion of the lounge will also offer free onsite printing, and the
opportunity to learn how to make a positive impact on the
environment during the school year.
THE CRAFT ROOM allows guests to see the latest in craft
essentials. For the first time, kids and kids-at-heart will have
the opportunity to play with slime in the kitchen and draw on the
walls! Track your impact with the virtual reality goggles set up on
site, or get creative at the Rafiki bar...the options are
endless.
LIFESIZE ESSENTIALS that even the wildest imaginations will have
to see to believe will be featured in different areas of the
lounge. Enter to win some great prizes by taking pictures with the
jumbo interactive emoji binder to show what your back-to-school
face looks like.
Entirely free and open to the public, visit the Staples
Back-to-School Pro Lounge at 363 King Street West in downtown
Toronto, the following dates and
hours:
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July 21 -
22:
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11 a.m. – 8
p.m.
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July
23:
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10 a.m. – 6
p.m.
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July 24 -
25:
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11 a.m. – 8
p.m.
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For more information, consult the Staples Canada Facebook page
at www.facebook.com/StaplesCanada.
About Staples Canada/Bureau
en Gros
Staples
Canada/Bureau en Gros makes it easy to make more happen with
more products and more ways to shop. Through its world-class
retail, online and delivery capabilities, Staples lets customers shop however and
whenever they want, whether it's in-store, online, on mobile
devices, or through the company's buy online, pick up in store
option. Staples is dedicated to
offering customers the highest level of service, with more products
than ever, including technology, facilities and breakroom supplies,
furniture, safety supplies, medical supplies, and Print and
Marketing services. The company also invests in a number of
corporate giving programs that actively support environmental,
educational and entrepreneurial initiatives in Canadian communities
from coast to coast. Visit www.staples.ca for more information, or
visit us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
SOURCE Staples Canada Inc.