Canadians reveal the most random items they found at Dollarama

Canadians love a good bargain, and with the soaring cost of living, Dollarama has become the go-to spot to save on everyday essentials.

There are the obvious items that will cost a fraction of the price at Dollarama compared to other stores, including cleaning supplies, home goods, and arts and crafts supplies, but it's also a gold mine for unexpected finds.

A Reddit post asking people what the most unexpected item they found at Dollarama drew hundreds of replies. From your favourite pop star's coffee book to a popular gaming console from the 2010s, here’s what shoppers found.

What’s the most unexpected item you’ve found at dollarama?
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Several people claimed they found the Guitar Hero game for the Wii that included the guitar-shaped controller for only $4 between 2016 and 2018.

"I guess the game really didn't sell very well, and they needed to dump extra stock," reads one comment.

Another shopper said they found a Lady Gaga coffee table photobook.

One makeup lover said they found MAC foundation in their exact shade. They didn't disclose how much they bought it for, but MAC foundations currently sell for around $54.

Others said they found branded hair straighteners and hair dryers a couple of years ago.

For those not willing to pay hundreds of dollars for a pack of Apple Air Tags, one comment claimed that they were able to find reliable knock-offs at Dollarama.

Other shoppers shared the huge savings they got buying an item at Dollarama versus other stores.

"DeWalt 3/8″ drill bit that was $5 at Dollarama and $35 at Home Depot. Exact same thing," reads one comment.

"Bought a $25 Ms Rachel book a couple of weeks ago for $5," added another person.

In 2024, a YouTuber compared the prices of 13 items at Dollarama to Loblaws and found that only one was pricier at the discount retailer.

If you've found any unexpected items or dupes of products at Dollarama, let us know in the comments.