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SQM is a Toronto based supplier of Quality / Service Assurance and Market Research services. Although the main focus of the business is Mystery Shopping Programs, SQM offers its world-wide clientele a variety of other services, including: field merchandising, online comment cards, internal audit software, and integrated customer feedback programs.

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August 7th 2009

Toronto smells so good North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto

Garbage bins are available again, park dump sites are cleared and opened for public use, and garbage people are back on their daily routines. The garbage strike is over and the sweet smells of summer are seeping in just in time for August. This must have been the second worst year for Toronto's tourism industry, since SARS hit in 2003. The recession and the cool weather were already enough to deter tourists away. Add on a garbage strike? That definitely did the job. And now that it's over, Tourism Toronto is trying to get a last push out of August. Similar [View Full Entry]

By SQM
August 4th 2009

Long weekend across the border North America » United States » New York » Niagara Falls

This past weekend was a long weekend for most people in Canada because of Civic Monday.Typically, people either take advantage of the three day weekend and travel north to the cottage or south to the USA. My family and I went south to do some shopping in Niagara Falls and Buffalo. We went to the Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls, which I think is technically in Tonawanda and not Niagara Falls, but they're pretty close by. We also then went to the Walden Galleria which is in Buffalo. There were some good sales and deals at the outlet, but nothing [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 30th 2009

A trip to Europe in Canada North America » Canada » Quebec » Montréal

I wonder if anyone ever does this. Blog about a trip before going on the trip. I figured I would do that for a few reasons. Firstly because I'm far too excited for this trip and I think writing about it will help me contain the excitement. Secondly, there's a lot going through my mind right now...things to do, places to see, things to remember to bring and do before going, etc. So I think blogging about it will serve as good reminder and I can refer back to it later. How did this trip to Montreal come about? That is [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 29th 2009

Who needs to go to Ireland for beer? North America » Canada » Ontario

NEUSTADT, ONTARIO This summer has been dedicated to staycations. Not only because of the recession (which the government and economists can't seem to decide whether or not we're still in one or recovering from it), but also because it's a fresh approach to summer vacations. Forget about planes and boats, take a train, a bus, or just your car to somewhere nearby. By doing so, I've discovered some of the jewels of Ontario. Neustadt, Ontario is a small, picturesque village about 3 hours northwest of Toronto. I believe it's one of the prettiest villages in Ontario. The village was founded by [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 27th 2009

Tips from a Shopaholic Asia » China » Shanghai

When it comes to the best places for shopping, China is always on the list. There are huge markets where you can buy basically anything. From this year’s latest styles in fashion to traditional Chinese costumes. From underwear and lingerie for women to boxers and..manthongs for men. From amazingly similar Fradas (fake Pradas that look real) to real Pradas, along with all the other world renowned fashion houses. From real antiques to fake antiques; cheap souvenirs to super expensive ones. And you can’t forget Hong Kong; it’s the fashion centre of Asia. With all the brand names [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 24th 2009

Somewhere like home Europe » Norway

Rewind to about two years ago. When I told a friend that I would be going to Scandinavia, she had quite the reaction. She said, "Scandinavia? I'm so jealous! If there's anywhere in the world that's better than Canada, then it's gotta be in Scandinavia." And I thought to myself, wow, she is so correct. For many years now, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland have been known for having a really high standard of living and quality of life. All four countries were within the top 20 countries for high human development according to UN statistics. Norway was ranked second in [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 23rd 2009

Quit raining on my party North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto

Can you tell I'm frustrated? Well if you can't, I assure you, I am frustrated. This summer stinks. On every single level possible. First there was swine flue. Then city workers go on strike. Garbage is piling up everywhere. It smells. News says that because of the strike, rates of STIs (sexually transmitted infections) will increase...how? I really do not want to know. Ferries to the Toronto Islands are not operating, which means I can't go to Centre Island even though that's been a summer tradition for the past few years. The beaches are probably dirty with random trash everywhere. And [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 21st 2009

Pizza Huh? Asia » China » Jiangsu

Back in January, there was news about Nanjing, China opening a mall dedicated to knock-off stores and restaurants. This mall features Pizza Huh, Bucksstar, and McDnoald's. I assure you, these are not typos. A few years ago, I was visiting Shanghai and I came across Bucksstar. I almost walked in it and purchased a drink, thinking that it was Starbucks. I realized before I actually bought a drink. To this day, I still have not tried any of these knock-off restaurant chains. I wonder if they serve the same things, but at a cheaper price? I actually found it rather [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 20th 2009

An interesting twist to "Staycation" North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto

With the economy still struggling, many people have been opting for staycations because they are more affordable and sometimes, it's nice to appreciate what's at home or in nearby areas. But the idea of a staycation has been taken to a whole new level in Toronto; mostly because nearby areas are surrounded by garbage sites. The worker strike is still ongoing and city parks are temporarily closed and used for dumpsites instead. Households that are affected by the strike are fed up. It smells, garbage is everywhere, and they are sick of having to go drop off the garbage themselves. Daycares [View Full Entry]

By SQM
July 17th 2009

Competition for the King and Queen North America » Canada » Ontario » Toronto

Earlier this week, Caribana festivities took off at the Yonge-Dundas Square downtown. There must have been hundreds or maybe even thousands of people packed into the area on a Tuesday lunch break. The atmosphere was lively with music flowing through the crowd of people who were dancing and having a great time. Dancers in bright, colourful costumes danced on stage, swinging their hips like no tomorrow. I was actually eating lunch on the patio at Jack Astor's at Yonge and Dundas. This Jack Astor's is several floors up, so the outdoor patio overlooks Yonge-Dundas square. It was a a really go [View Full Entry]

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