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Shade seekers rejoice! We’ve rounded up our favourite products to bring relief on those hot summer days! There are plenty of ways to keep cool, and St. Vital Centre has a variety of accessories, styles and price points! Having some fun in the sun shouldn’t break the bank, so we made a list of some of our favourite products in the Centre that’ll keep you comfortable and hydrated while you escape the heat.

Shade: Direct sun is intense and sometimes deceiving, so moving into the shade or putting a hat on will keep your head and entire body cool.

● Hat/visor
● Umbrella
● Shade tent

Water: Whether you’re filling up water balloons or turning on the sprinkler it’s time to throw on a bathing suit and find fun ways to keep cool.

● Sprinkler
● Fun water toys; Self-sealing reusable water balloons, Slip-n-Slide, floaties
● Handheld spritzers/spray bottles

Air: Even if you don’t have air conditioning, simply circulating the air can provide big relief to your space, whether it’s inside or outdoors.

● Tabletop fans
● Handheld fans
● If you need to escape the heat for a bit, why not take advantage of the air conditioning at the Centre and bring the little ones to burn some energy in the Play Park? Or visit SilverCity and plan a day at the movies?

Hydrate: Heat exhaustion is no joke, so make sure your water intake is a top priority when you’re out in the sun.

● Water bottle
● Cold treats - fresh fruit, juice & fruit smoothies, popsicles
● Cooler to keep food and beverages cold

If you’re looking at maximizing your time outdoors, why not give your patio a refresh with some backyard-ready tableware? Wherever this summer takes you make sure you’re prepared for the heat with the following products featured in this post:

Shade

● Sporty Visor - Ardene
● Blank Cap - Garage
● Travel-Friendly Beach Tent - Hudson's Bay

Water

● Ice Cream Popsicle Pool Float - Indigo
● Water Slip ‘n Slide - Kite and Kaboodle
● Clear spray bottle - Oomomo
● Reusable water balloon - Showcase
● Water Sprinkler - Walmart

Air

● Rechargeable USB Fan - Walmart
● Portable Clip-on Fan - Oomomo

Hydrate

● Nalgene Water bottle - Sport Chek
● Cooler - Walmart
● Cold Treats - Dairy Queen, Freshly Squeezed, CHA House, Booster Juice, Red River Co-Op, Walmart, London Drugs

*Visit in-store for pricing and availability.

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