A new shopping event is underway in Grand Bend, giving people a chance to support local businesses and win prizes.
The Grand Bend Chamber of Commerce first Fall Into Grand Bend Passport Shopping Event is on now until October 31st.
Grand Bend Chamber General Manager Nicola Harney says 21 local businesses are taking part.
People can pick up a passport at participating businesses or at the Chamber office. Harney explains how the event will run.
Shoppers can then scan a QR code and enter for a chance to win weekly prizes.
The event will wrap up with a Halloween-themed celebration on October 31st.
The Main Street sidewalk sale will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There will also be Halloween activities for kids, including costumes and candy, along with a contest for the best-decorated storefront.
Harney says the goal is to bring people together while giving local businesses a boost during the fall.
