Gift & Specialty Shop | Parksville
Shades of Green
We are an ECO conscious shop located in the heart of Parksville, Specializing in Plastic Free alternatives & Zero waste products.
Founded by local entrepreneur Corrie Smith in 2009, Shades of Green emerged to meet Parksville’s need for truly earth-conscious shopping. Over the years, the store has evolved into a hub for eco-minded consumers seeking alternatives to plastic and synthetics. From its location on Craig Street to its warm, community-first ethos, the boutique is firmly embedded in Parksville’s eco-conscious movement.
Shades of Green are proud to delivery products that celebrate the planet.
🌟 Eco‑Friendly Everyday Products
- Refillery Station: A standout feature—customers can bring their own containers (or use provided jars) and refill everything from cleaning supplies to shampoo, conditioner, bath salts, laundry powder, essential oils, and more.
- Cleaning & Household: From mint glass cleaner to dry laundry powders, the stock is constantly updated to help minimize single-use packaging.
👗 Sustainable Clothing & Accessories
- Natural-fibre Apparel: The boutique carries clothing for women and children, crafted from organic cotton, bamboo, and other sustainable textiles from brands like Cha Sor, Toad & Co, and Nomads.
- Accessories & Homewares: From stainless steel containers to bamboo essentials and Himalayan salt lamps, there are plenty of stylish and practical green gift ideas.
🛁 Body Care & Local Goods
- Handmade Soaps & Essential Oils: A favorite among customers, including therapeutic picks like tea-tree, lavender, and peppermint blends that address common wellness concerns.
- Locally Made: The store highlights local artisans through soaps, candles, jewellery, and skincare items produced in the region
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Shades Of Green is located on Craig Street in the heart of Parksville, BC. The address is at 117 Craig St, Parksville, BC.
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Love, love this store! It has all refill bar of all natural products! From laundry detergent, hand soap, baby soap, jojoba oil, witch hazel all in big bulk buckets and you can bring your own jars of plastic bottles to refill!!! They also carry reusable bags, lunch bags and toothbrushes, etc....
Every town needs a place to refill. Cost effective, local, clean is necessary. Love this shop with Mint products and so much more. Staff super helpful and kind. Even have a “take a jar, leave a jar” if you forget or find something else you really want to try…which you will. Excited to come back and see what’s in store next.
Natural Evolution proudly recommends Shades of Green to all guests that are looking for exciting ways to add to their sustainable lifestyle . We hold this businesses green contribution to our community in the highest regard and hope everyone gets a chance to see what they have to offer in their beautifully curated store 💚
I love love love shades of green and the refillable shampoos and conditioners! I have some scalp issues and have tired so many products, prescriptions , and holy grails and found nothing worked. I tried the Kogi naturals tea tree and lavender shampoo , and then the Carina Organics peppermint cooling scalp stimulating conditioner and my hair and scalp are in the best condition they’ve been in for a very long time.. everyone is super friendly , and helpful ,...
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I love Shades of Green! The staff are always super friendly. They have wonderful products that are sustainable and good for the environment. There is also a refill station where you can refill any type of household soap, bath items like salts, and dry laundry powder. They have extra free jars that you can have if you forget to bring your own or you can purchase a fancy bottle. They have large variety of things from shower items, food savers,...
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