5 Best Office Supply Shops in Winnipeg That’ll Make You Love Mondays
My friend just opened a tiny travel agency and asked me to help him shop for office supplies. Of course, I said yes.
The first place he dragged me to was so drab and way too pricey. The second one was cheaper, sure; the problem is that you could totally tell the items were cheap.
So, I told him to regroup and do a little research. That’s how we ended up putting together the top Winnipeg spots for office supplies—these shops offer top-tier stuff at reasonable prices.
How much do office supplies cost in Winnipeg?
On average, small businesses spend anywhere from $100 to $300 a month keeping things stocked.
You’ll find great deals at local supply shops if you know where to look, especially during back-to-school or clearance sales.
1. Sky Paper
Address: 935 McLeod Ave, Unit 6
Phone: +1 204-661-2262
Business hours:
- Mon – Thurs: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Friday: 9:30 AM –6 PM
- Saturday: 11 AM – 3 PM
Sky Paper is owned by Skyler Moyer, who took over what used to be Pen and Paper, a beloved shop that has been around since 1989.
They have a wide range of writing essentials, which include high-quality stationery, journaling items, and premium fountain pens. If your office requires bullet journaling, letter writing, or calligraphy, this is your playground.
We love their range of paper finishes, such as linen, satin, pearl, and felt. These are perfect for custom invitations and business cards—which they can print for you, too!
Beyond stationery items and printing services, they double as a FedEx shipping center, making it a surprisingly convenient one-stop spot for business needs.
Note that the store is quite tiny, so it can feel a bit cramped when it gets busy.
Impressed by the incredible selection and variety
“I stopped by Sky Paper today to pick up a fountain pen and some ink, and I was genuinely impressed by the incredible selection and variety. Whether you’re looking for stationery, pens, or printing services, they have it all under one roof.” — Shayy Lynn, Google Review
Very reasonable prices for all services and products
“Always a very friendly place with very respectful and knowledgeable staff, I always get exactly what I need done promptly and efficiently, and very reasonable prices for all services and products.” — Gloria Analy Estrada, Google Review
2. Supreme Basics
Address: 200 Discovery Place
Phone: +1 204-487-4435
Business hours:
- Mon – Fri: 8 AM – 5 PM
Supreme Basics is Canada’s largest independent office supply and products supplier. Their team of over 250 employees serves customers across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario.
Their size means they’re well-positioned to offer competitive prices on pretty much anything your office could need. These include everyday stationery, papers and pens, staplers, and educational materials.
You could even browse their spacious showroom and test out some of their workplace furniture, like chairs, desks, and ergonomic setups.
In terms of delivery, orders often arrive the next business day—perfect if you’re in a hurry. And for many areas, delivery is free, which is pretty cool.
Keep in mind, however, that specialty or branded items may be on back order or take longer to ship.
Blown away by how fast they deliver!
“Blown away by how fast they deliver! Yesterday I made an order around 1 pm, and this morning when I got into my office, it was already delivered! About a month ago, I ordered a new office chair for the receptionist, and it was delivered within 3 days, already assembled. I got the chair on sale, and for the price I paid, I can’t get over how nice a chair it is. Thanks for your simple ordering online and quick delivery!” — Taylee Wolfe, Google Review
Great prices, excellent selection
“Great prices, excellent selection. And the personal service by our account rep (Sandi) could not be beat. Free next-day delivery, even though we are an hour outside of the city.” — IMF School Principal, Google Review
3. Retail Supplies by WR Display & Packaging
Address: 500 Higgins Ave
Phone: +1 204-925-7900
Business hours:
- Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 4 PM
Retail Supplies by WR Display & Packaging is a 100% Canadian, privately owned wholesale company that has been around for over 60 years.
They carry an expansive selection, from barcode labels and tags that make inventory management easy, to label guns and multi-use labels that help simplify pricing. You’ll also find plenty of fasteners, attachers, and sizing supplies.
In addition to the usual suspects, specialty items are available. Examples include garment steamers and hangers for clothing shops, thermal rolls for POS systems, and a wide range of shipping supplies.
We appreciate the fact that they send out product samples so that customers can test items before placing a big order.
That said, a few have mentioned being “ghosted” during queries, suggesting that customer service follow-up could use a little extra attention.
It ended up costing way less
“I recently stopped by looking for retail packaging for a new product. The salesperson was very friendly and worked hard to find the perfect packaging. On top of the great customer service, it ended up costing way less than any of the large online competitors. I’ll definitely be using them again!” — Shea Hunt, Google Review
The best prices on many items
“We furnished a large percentage of our store from WR Display. Staff are always helpful and knowledgeable. I discovered I could order through their online chat. That was helpful, and the product was available the next business day. They also have the best prices on many items.” — Grant Rogerson, Google Review
4. Brock’s Office
Address: 3-1439 Erin St
Phone: +1 204-414-9323
Business hours:
- Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Founded in 2010, Brock’s Office has been a dependable provider of workplace products. Thanks to their national buying power, they’re able to offer very competitive pricing—always a win for small businesses.
Their website lists over 9,000 items, which include everyday office supplies like computer peripherals and copy paper. They also carry packaging materials, washroom dispensers, and breakroom essentials.
We like the fact that they have many items in stock, which can be delivered the next day, while back orders can arrive in just two to three business days. Delivery is also free within Winnipeg.
If that’s not enough, they offer a one-year warranty from the date of purchase, showing that they’re confident in the products they sell.
A downside I need to point out—their website navigation capabilities are not that seamless, which might make shopping a bit cumbersome.
Quick to suggest the right products
“Brock has always been helpful and friendly, and quick to suggest the right products to take care of the job. Brock’s fast delivery makes dealing with this company a great experience.” — T, Google Review
Brock is always fast with delivery
“Brock is always fast with delivery and friendly on the phone. We always order office supplies from him!” — Philippe Richer, Google Review
5. Chapters
Address: Polo Festival, 695 Empress St
Phone: +1 204-775-5999
Business hours:
- Mon – Wed, Sat: 10 AM–8 PM
- Thurs – Fri: 10 AM–9 PM
- Sunday: 11 AM–6 PM
If you love the smell of new books and crisp paper, Chapters is the place to be. Launched in 1997, it has become a physical and digital destination for book and office supply lovers.
Dress up your desk with their wide selection of staplers, paper clips, desk organizers, sticky notes, and pencil holders. These will brighten up your workplace (and make your coworkers jealous).
You can also browse their writing and stationery selection, and snag beautifully designed agendas and calendars, plus stylish journals or notebooks. Warning: it’s next to impossible to leave this cozy section without buying something!
Their free Plum Rewards tier lets you collect points, while Plum+, their paid membership, offers 10% off, and you’ll get free shipping every day, too.
Just don’t expect shipping to be speedy, as we heard that their delivery times can be a bit slow.
Very knowledgeable and genuinely kind
“The sweetest staff! They are very knowledgeable and genuinely kind to help you. The place is very welcoming and organized. I also love how convenient it is, as it’s close to a lot of shops too. Parking is never a problem. Wide selection of books, stationery, kids’ toys, home decor, and more. This is my happy place.” — Denisse Roque, Google Review
It’s one of my favorite stores in the city
“This is my second time here, and every time I’m incredibly pleased with how clean and welcoming and helpful this place is. It’s one of my favorite stores in the city. I always welcome the conversations with staff and get excited to go even to look around (but I always find something to buy anyway!). Thanks, Chapters!” — Chelsea McLeod, Google Review