Historic CanaDay's Apparel Ltd. Auction Marks End of Moose Jaw Manufacturing Era

The upcoming auction of CanaDay's Apparel Ltd. scheduled for August 22, 2024, represents a significant moment for both collectors and the Moose Jaw community, marking the end of one of the city's most iconic businesses that operated for over six decades. Established in 1954, CanaDay's was a cornerstone of Moose Jaw's economy, employing more than 300 local residents at its peak and supplying major Canadian retailers including Hudson Bay, Woodward's, and Mark's Work Warehouse with high-quality men's clothing.

The auction will feature 916 items ranging from industrial equipment to nostalgic memorabilia, including sewing machines, pressure rollers, industrial washers, chairs, and vintage exit signs from the company's main plant at 115 Coronation Drive and its popular Pic-a-Pant outlet at 429 River Street West. Murray King, a former merchandising agent who dedicated nearly 60 years to the company, expressed mixed emotions about the auction, stating he would be happy to relieve the economic burden of the last seven years while acknowledging they had a good operation going.

The significance of this event extends beyond the local community, with reality TV personality Jeff Schwarz, known as The Liquidator, emphasizing the company's substantial impact on Moose Jaw. Schwarz noted that having over 300 employees in Moose Jaw was quite substantial and that CanaDay's was a very significant part of the city for many years. Meryll Dreyer, COO of Direct Liquidations, highlighted the historical importance of the auction, stating that CanaDay's has an iconic story because of its 63-year history and iconic warehouse, and they're honored to help preserve and distribute these pieces of Moose Jaw's heritage.

Interested parties can participate in the auction through https://DirectAuctions.ca on August 22, 2024, starting at 10 AM CST, with a preview day scheduled for August 21st from 10 AM to 5 PM CST. The auction will take place at two locations in Moose Jaw: Lots 1-499 at 115 Coronation Dr, and Lots 500+ at 429 River St West. For those interested in the commercial property, viewing opportunities are available from July 24th to August 20th for walkthroughs or inspections. The global reach of this auction is noteworthy as items can be shipped worldwide, potentially attracting international buyers interested in Canadian manufacturing history or vintage industrial equipment.