The York Regional Police have made a name for themselves on social media with some, shall we say, unusual tips.
Months ago the force offered its Twitter users advice on how to peel a banana (backwards, apparently, is better).
Now, they've come out with an "expense list" to help you budget your idiocy during Frosh Week.
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11 Back To School Saving Tips
Clip Coupons(01 of11)
Always check sales circulars, particularly around back to school time. By clipping coupons and being willing to split your shopping between those stores with the best deals, you may be able to get some of the items on your list for free, or next to nothing. (credit:Getty Images)
Shop Store Sales(02 of11)
At Back to School time, you should never pay full price. Most department stores and office supply stores will have general back to school sales and other stores will often discount their school supplies. Compare the discounts and combine with coupons to maximize your savings. (credit:Getty Images)
Wait For Tax-Free Times(03 of11)
If you're lucky enough to live in a state that offers a tax-free shopping period, be sure to take advantage of it. Shopping before that time starts or waiting so long that you miss it results in missed savings opportunities. (credit:Getty Images)
Get Social(04 of11)
Be sure to engage with your favorite stores and brands on social media, as they'll often post about sales or offer special discount coupons and code to their fans and followers. To maximize your savings, look for social accounts dedicated to savings or sharing coupons, too. (credit:Getty Images)
Shop Online(05 of11)
Many retailers have further discounted prices for online shoppers, and you may also be able to find coupon codes for additional web savings. Just be sure to factor in the cost of shipping before you decide it's a better deal than buying in store. (credit:Shutterstock)
Take Inventory Before You Shop(06 of11)
The easiest way to spend too much on back to school shopping is to buy things that you don't need. Before you start checking things off your shopping list, search your home to get a clear idea of what you have and what you don't. (credit:Getty Images)
Buy In Bulk(07 of11)
If you've got young kids, consider buying multi-packs of crayons, markers, colored pencils and notebooks. If you're kids are older, reach for jumbo packs of #2 pencils and both loose leaf and printer paper. Larger packs may be more expensive upfront, but they will have a lower per-unit price than individual packages, meaning you'll save over time. Plus, having extras in the house will save you the trouble of last minute trips when you realize you've run out. (credit:Shutterstock)
Consider More Expensive Items(08 of11)
This might sound contradictory, but buying a quality $60 backpack once every four or five years beats buying a $20 backpack every single year. Paying more now can actually save you money in the long run. Apply the same logic to lunch boxes, laundry bags, umbrellas, calculators, computer hardware and other bigger ticket items. (credit:Flickr:markhillary)
Ask About Additional Discounts(09 of11)
Never be afraid to ask about additional discounts. Many stores have free membership programs that offer steep discounts, or will offer extra discounts if you are a senior, a student, or a member of the military. (credit:Shutterstock)
Team Up For A Clothing Swap(10 of11)
Kids outgrow clothes quickly, so you're not the only parent around who's got some good condition, but no longer fitting, school clothes. Arrange for a clothing swap party with some parents from work, school, church or elsewhere who have kids of similar ages and sizes. Everyone can bring good condition clothing that their kids can no longer wear, and hopefully leave with some that they can. (credit:Shutterstock)
Consider Consignment(11 of11)
Buying new clothes for every school year isn't always in the budget. If that's the case, or if you're just trying to reduce your spending, consider finding good quality and like-new items at a local consignment shop or an online clothing swap site. If you donate your own out-of-size or out-of-season clothing, you may even get a credit you can use to buy those new clothes. (credit:Shutterstock)