Big Retail Proposal for Brooklin

I like Brooklin, I live here and am pleased to hear we may get more retail...including a new grocery store-Yes!

Brooklin Downtown Business Association representative would prefer this not be permitted because it may take away from the business of the downtown retail on Baldwin. I am a proud supporter and continuous shopper of my Brooklin businesses, including clothing, baked goods, spa, massage therapy, yoga, hair styling, preschool, toys, take-out, eco-products, butcher, and home decor. I didn't realize that less than 15 per cent of residents shop in Brooklin, for non-food shopping. What a shame. I urge my fellow residents to try Brooklin first.

In the end, it's up to the individual to choose where they will shop. Perhaps more opportunities for shopping will lead to us staying in Brooklin for all of our shopping needs.

For more information about this proposed development at Thickson and Winchester, read the article in Whitby This Week.