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The Source

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One of the Top rated Electronics stores in St. Catharines


Address

Pen Centre, 221 Glendale Ave Unit #16, Entrance #3, St. Catharines, ON L2T 2K9, Canada

Website

www.thesource.ca

Contact

+1 905-684-2370

Rating on Google Maps

4.30 (270 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm
  • Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 10 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Siddharth P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to find deals on gadgets and other electronic items. The staff is quite courteous and will help you find the right thing for you. Their prices are also competitive so you can find the best price here as well. Very near to the parking so its very convenient to get here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Devon K. 6 months ago on Google • 12 reviews
    I wouldn't always rate 5 stars for this store but Kendra was great and went above and beyond. Update: I still go here when I need a new phone and I'm happy that Kendra is still there. She's still fantastic and this woman was helping all the employees and me all at once, lol. She needs a raise!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Robin G. 8 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    Jobandeep at the Pen Centre store provided excellent service finding us a great deal for our cell phones. He was very knowledgeable and fun to work.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 USB drive e. 7 months ago on Google • 78 reviews
    One of the few places to buy a cd player...yes walmart will sell u music cds just not the machine to play them on. Wt-lol...the staff were very helpful and resourceful.

  • 5/5 Heather M. 1 year ago on Google
    I couldn’t figure out how to play music from my iphone in my old car. Everywhere I went couldn’t help me. I went to The Source today, explained everything to Jobandeep, and within minutes he found something that might work. He ensured that it was paired with my phone before I left, got me a discount, and told me I could bring it back if it didn’t work. Now I’m sitting in my car, writing this review, and listening to my favourite songs! Thanks, Jobandeep!! If the manager is reading this, please give Jobandeep a big raise! He was informative, kind, made me laugh, and was just so so helpful. I’ll be back for all my tech needs.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 George P. 1 year ago on Google
    Been dealing with Kendra for the past 5 years with my phone needs and those of my family members. Always great considerate service. I have seen her handle some irrational types of clients with respect in spite of the the customer's inability to be reasonable. I will continue to look to Kendra and the staff at the Penn Center for service and support which is first class.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kay H. 1 year ago on Google
    My experience with the employees at the source in the pen centre were extremely helpful, patient, knowledgeable, and amazing. Marianne was the main person I dealt with and she was awesome. She took her time, and helped me and was patient and did an amazing job. Kendra was great as well. They were both patient and amazing. I would recommend anyone looking for a new phone go to the source at the pen centre.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria D. 2 years ago on Google
    Amijot was great! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Will definitely be returning and recommending to others
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bonnie T. 3 years ago on Google
    I admit I am NOT a technical person! The staff was fabulous to deal with, especially Kyle! I had to make a couple visits to the store. The employees all seem to enjoy themselves and know their products. Kyle has the patience of a saint to deal with me. I even called him and he helped over the phone. I would not hesitate to recommend this store. I know I will be back!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stonie F. 4 years ago on Google
    Very very helpful and the manager took time out of her day to drive to another store to get my new phone. Amazing service!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Owen C. 3 months ago on Google • 66 reviews New
    Glen approached me and asked if I needed any help. He knew his stuff and gave me advice that shaped my decision regarding what I left with. Great experience, great customer service, quick and easy.

  • 5/5 James S. 7 months ago on Google • 61 reviews
    Bought a TV at a garage sale but it didn't have a power cord got one here and even got 20 percent off because I'm a virgin customer, not bad color tv for under $15

  • 5/5 Stephen K. 1 year ago on Google • 17 reviews
    After doing some comparison shopping, we found that The Source had the best pricing for cellphone plans, even better than the actual provider's store! The staff there were very patient and helpful as we explored options, and gave excellent suggestions on ways to maximize active incentives or promotions to save a little extra. We were very pleased with the customer service experience and an extra shout-out to Glen who went the extra mile in making sure we had the support to get familiar with the new phones.

  • 5/5 Abraham A. 9 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Kendra, the store Manager is just absolutely amazing! Ive been dealing with her for years to change my phone each term. And the experience is just amazing! She goes above and beyond to help me out each time! You could never find such an amazing customer service elsewhere these days!

  • 5/5 Cassandra H. 5 months ago on Google • 9 reviews
    We had an amazing experience at The Source. Kendra was more helpful than anyone I’ve ever talked to about my phone plan and went above and beyond to help my husband and I. She was so fun and friendly, as well as knowledgeable and I would highly recommend her for all your tech needs! Thank you so much Kendra! You made my birthday even more special!

  • 5/5 Tori K. 1 year ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Kendra is the most amazing and helpful person to deal with! She went over and above for us when we were having some issues with Bell, she made every effort to make sure our phone plans were running smoothly. She even called the next day to make sure our phones were working properly! Highly recommend her. Thank you Kendra! You are a great help 😊

  • 5/5 Marcus F. 1 year ago on Google
    Just got my new IPhone 13 Pro Max thanks to Roy. He was very knowledgeable and made the entire process incredibly easy. Was incredible to deal with. Also thanks to Glen and Michael for the great conversations while going through the entire process.

  • 5/5 hayley r. 1 year ago on Google
    Recently went to the source at the pen center and had an amazing experience with Kendra! She was extremely helpful with purchasing new iPhones for the whole family by finding the best deals possible for us! I’ve gone through lots of phones in my life, and by far this was the quickest and most cost efficient way of getting new phones! Extra thanks to Kendra and the team at the source!

  • 5/5 Greg H. 3 years ago on Google
    Great service! Got exactly what I wanted and have 0 complaints!

  • 5/5 Corina 1 year ago on Google
    I had a really great experience at this store yesterday! With the help of AJ and another associate (I can't remember his name 😬). I don't really consider myself tech savvy so I really didn't know what I was looking for when I walked in. But the guys were very patient and helped me feel super confident picking out a new phone and plan that worked for me. Thank you guys!!!

  • 5/5 Martina V. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a great experience at The Source Pen Centre. I dealt with Glen who was fantastic to work with, he provided great service and advice with my electronics. Kendra was also there and she was extremely helpful. Both provided friendly and efficient service. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Damion M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great customer service! Very friendly and helpful! They helped us get 3 phones setup within an hour or so. One of them even came during their time off work to help us out. I recommend going here if your looking to buy a new phone or other electronic.

  • 5/5 Brian D. 3 years ago on Google
    My wife and I always come here for all our electronics and cell needs. Kyle and all the staff helps us figure out stuff and is always willing to try and save us and our friends money.

  • 5/5 Caleb M. 2 years ago on Google
    The best tech store in the mall, has lots of audio offerings, from wireless earbuds to headphones and Bluetooth speakers. They also have a few displays, monitors and speakers. Go to best buy for laptops and computers, but the source can probably source (haha) your other technology needs including games and controllers.

  • 5/5 John R. 2 years ago on Google
    Raced down there just on my lunch on a Friday after finding out they had stock of Xbox Series X. The woman that served me (cannot recall her name) was great ensuring that I was aware of promos and their protection plan (of which I wanted to buy). The transaction was easy and efficient! Great customer service.

  • 5/5 Sue A. 2 years ago on Google
    I am so thankful for your staff member Ben. I think of him as "Big Ben"! He not only helped me to order a new Samsung tablet but he also set it up for me. This computer challenged senior is thankful for young people who are willing to help. Ben never talked down to me or made me feel that I was not competent. Your staff members at the Pen Centre store have always been polite and helpful and I thank you all. I wish I could give you 100 stars! Sincerely, Sue Anderson

  • 4/5 Alicia L. 2 years ago on Google
    Staff was helpful and nice even if we didn't end up buying anything due to the chip shortage. The staff gave great advice and overall it was a good experience.

  • 5/5 Junie Luisa A. 2 years ago on Google
    A pleasure to always work with the staff of the source. Everyone is well trained and very knowledgeable about their products and services. This is a consistent standard across different locations I've dealt with - Mississauga, Ottawa and now in St Catharine's. They understand the customer needs and gives you the best product, and service that match those needs. The customer does not feel that products and services they don't need or want are being pushed to them. They go over and beyond their duties to sort out any issues that may arise. I commend Kyle from the Source at the Pen Center, he was very knowledgeable and very helpful going over and beyond his duties. He was very patient, very hardworking and remained very professional. He even offered to come in the next day on his off day to sort out an issue we encountered. I've gone around all the different shops in mall, and not one even comes close to the kind of service I received. Loved dealing with the Source.

  • 5/5 Sean D. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic experience today!! Super impressed with the level of customer service and product knowledge employee Kyle gave my wife and I today!! Not everyday you experience a place of business that values your business like Kyle did with our decision making today!! Value with quality products and product knowledge! Value with exceptional services! Value with superb customer service! Great job Kyle and team!!

  • 5/5 Dana R. 2 years ago on Google
    Oh my goodness , where do I start! Most amazing experience we have had ever. Went in to just look and we ended up getting some amazing deals off new phones and they gave us great perks with it going back to post paid. Kendra and Amijot were absolutely amazing! They hooked me and my fiancée up and couldn’t be happier. They were so helpful and friendly! Brandon was even amazing , kept our daughter occupied during the whole process and was super helpful as well! Overall great experience at the Pen Center location and would highly recommend!! You three are rockstars! Thank you again so much!

  • 5/5 Cathy B. 2 years ago on Google
    kendra has been super super helpful. Explains everything answers all my questions Go see her . She is friendly and very knowledgeable

  • 5/5 Tracie B. 1 year ago on Google
    **Exceptional customer service** We had been recommended to visit this particular store and I’m so glad we did! We had a couple of requests that were a bit tricky and unique and Kendra (who was like a human “Alexa”) was able to get us sorted out in no time…she was awesome!

  • 5/5 Patrick F. 1 year ago on Google
    Got an iPhone 13 pro thanks to Glen and AJ, they both did an awesome job presenting my options and helped make the transition as smooth as possible. I’m loving the phone and the service I received at Pen centre source, will definitely be back again.

  • 5/5 Brittany M. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a great experience here!! Have gone to Kendra at the pen center source for many years now to upgrade my phonss and she has been unbeatable every time, she makes the experience so less hectic and is so informative. Things are done quickly and with precision. I will continue to go there and give them my business because of how enjoyable she has made the experience. She always goes out of her way to make sure you get the best deal and price. Thank you for making a daunting task a great experience for us Kendra. I suggest if you go to the source at the pen center to ask for her, you'll be glad you did!!

  • 5/5 andrew f. 2 years ago on Google
    i visited this store just to buy a ethernet cable. the gentleman named ben helped me with getting the cable. he also, saved me a bunch of money on my cell phone bill and upgraded my plan. he is very informative and highly skilled in customer service. would recommend anyone to go to this store.

  • 5/5 Justin D. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff was vary nice and knowledgeable. They were eager to help me get all possible discounts/ bonuses. Was able to upgrade 2 phone plans to something way better at little to no extra cost on monthly bill and Jobanbeep was able to help me find a laptop at was best suited for my needs.

  • 5/5 Megan J. 1 year ago on Google
    Roy was great. He helped us with everything and we got some pretty awesome phones. He answered all our questions and his co workers were pretty great too!

  • 1/5 gord m. 1 year ago on Google
    Very disappointed. Went to purchase a present for my son and Very poor customer service. No one approached me or even acknowledged I was there even though I counted at least 4 associates. After 10 minutes I left and went to the location in Welland which there were 2 associates busy with customers. Regardless I was acknowledged and within minutes was assisted and purchased my 400 dollar plus item. Shows the difference between one location and another. Well done Welland. Thanks

  • 5/5 Mallory B. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a wonderful experience purchasing a set of headphones from Glen. He was personable, knowledgeable and intuitive to our needs. We will definitely come back because of his earnest and genuine service. You are very lucky to have him as part of your team. Thanks Glen!

  • 5/5 JAGRUTI K. 1 year ago on Google
    Really good customer service from Tanaz at The Source Pen Center. Good after sales service as well. He still asks if I have issues with the phone or if I have any tech related needs. Hands down best store ever

  • 5/5 Bảo L. 1 year ago on Google
    I had a great experience at the source today with kind help from Jobandeep. I really appreciate how kind and amazing he is as he took his time to explain and help me find out the best dealt patiently. I would love to come back for the quality and good customer service from Jobandeep and his team the source.

  • 5/5 Melissa A. 10 months ago on Google
    Amazing staff, super patient, knowledgeable and saved us a ton of money on our cell phone plans and home internet. Thank you Sidd, Kendra and Michael!!!

  • 5/5 Nathaniel D. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing staff who go above and beyond for their customers. Would highly recommend this store to anyone. Shout out to Marianne Z. for helping me get signed up on Virgin+.

  • 5/5 John S. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly honest service. Today they even remembered the details from a purchase I made last summer while talking to me. It's not very often I receive personal service like that in retail these days. Nice to see it's still available. Definitely somewhere I'd recommend to a friend.

  • 5/5 Jeffery W. 5 months ago on Google • 7 reviews
    The customer service here is fantastic. Had a manufacturing defect with a device after 4 days and the devices company said that it is already 2 months out of warranty. After proof of purchase the device company would not help me at all. After explaining the issue to the store they were more than willing to help me. Fantastic staff went above and beyond as far as I am concerned.

  • 1/5 May N. 3 years ago on Google
    I was at this location 221 GLENDALE AVE ST CATHARINES, ONTARIO CANADA, yesterday. I asked the Indian guy sales associate for the price of the XBOX and what he did was point the shelve where the XBOX were and he wants me to find out the price my self that annoyed me already.....and he followed me and he was trying to upsell me a phone INSTEAD OF HELPING ME OUT ABOUT THE XBOX. I TOLD HIM THAT I WASNT THERE TO GET A PHONE I WAS THERE TO BUY AN XBOX. WELL TOO BAD HE LOST A SALE YESTERDAY.

  • 5/5 JoAnne K. 3 years ago on Google
    Check out the markdown section, portable recharger for $14.99, great cell phone deals too!

  • 5/5 Katelynn G. 3 years ago on Google
    Kyle and Kendra were so amazing with helping me buy my new phone! Great deals, amazing staff, everyone was so nice and fun to chat with. I can’t recommend them enough if you’re looking for an updated phone or a new provider (and honestly anything else tech-related because I also bought a switch game and phone accessories which they helped with)

  • 5/5 hugo f. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Life With My B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service, and they have the best warranty/protection plans!

  • 5/5 VanEs P. 4 years ago on Google
    Employees were very friendly and well informed

  • 3/5 Irene B. 4 years ago on Google
    Workers didn't seem interested in helping when we went in.. 2 employees both consumed with one person's phone pics.... We left and gave our $ to a different company..

  • 5/5 Charles B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place to buy batteries

  • 5/5 Wendy W. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service, lots of great techie products of all kinds!

  • 5/5 Krista G. 4 years ago on Google
    Great customer service!!!

  • 3/5 Doug & Mae Belle H. 4 years ago on Google
    Pricey

  • 3/5 Nicole G. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the watch I purchased, but messed up my activation

  • 5/5 Jessey H. 3 years ago on Google
    Kyle and kendra did a wonderful job hooking me up with a new lg velvet and my boyfriend with a new plan! Thank so much guys! See you soon!

  • 5/5 Melissa C. 3 years ago on Google
    I had an amazing experience at The Source. I visited to sign up for a new phone plan with Virgin Mobile and got more than I had hoped for. The customer service representative that help me, Kyle, was knowledgeable, friendly, and sincere in his efforts to set me up with the best plan possible. I was so impressed with his service that I have recommended The Source and Virgin Mobile to all of my family, friends, and even a few people that I had just met! I will definitely be going back for all of my cell phone and tech product needs. Great job Kyle.

  • 5/5 carly n. 3 years ago on Google
    I went in yesterday to purchase an FM transmitter, and I walked out with a new phone, new phone plan, the transmitter, and a bunch of other gadgets that I got included in an amazing plan Kendra told me about! Kendra was so knowledgable and made sure my roomate and I knew all our options! Brook, on his second day working there, seemed like a pro! And Kyle was the screen protector guru! Thanks for all your help guys! This store is great, and I will be coming here for all my electronic needs from now on! Thanks!!

  • 1/5 Baljinder S. 5 years ago on Google
    The staff wasn't helpful, I had an extended warranty on my beats studio 3 wireless headphones and wanted to exchange them for a new pair. My headphones were blue in color and I wanted to exchange it for a red one which would have been no problem at all at any other source store as I had done an exchange within my warranty once before at the source store in Eaton center Toronto. But the staff at this store said that it wasn't possible. Logically thinking it doesn't make a difference to the manufacturer in terms of color if a product is replaced under warranty but what can I say if it is that hard to understand for the staff at your store.

  • 5/5 Nesrine N. 3 years ago on Google
    Bradley was absolutely fantastic! He took the time to assist me on the phone and then in the store! Very knowledgeable and polite. Excellent customer service! Thank you Bradley.

  • 5/5 Tricia V. 3 years ago on Google
    The staff here are wonderful!!! We had a very good experience there....they were put in a difficult position and they handled it very well!!!!

  • 5/5 Randy D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Store With Covid19 Going On They Only Have A Certain Amount Of Customers In At A Time Which I Approve Of And Love

  • 1/5 Holly S. 3 years ago on Google
    We rushed to pick up a laptop charger last night. We were assured the charger would fit our laptop by two separate associates, they stated all acres were the same, wouldn’t check our model number. Guaranteed it would fit. Needless to say it doesn’t fit. Today we called and cannot return it until the store has reopened, no option for a curbside return or an option to ship it.

  • 5/5 Harshdeep G. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing Staff, Shout out to Amijot, Kendra and Hudson for amazing service!

  • 5/5 Anurup R. 2 years ago on Google
    These guys are absolutely fantastic with their service. They are willing to help their customers, and provide the best deals. Kudos to Marianne, Ben, Amitoj, and Kendra!

  • 5/5 Obi Uchenna G. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to get phone and PC accessories. Great staff. Very helpful too. Also, they were giving student discounts on phone plans at the time of my visit. If you're a student and that's still on, do make the most of it.

  • 5/5 SHOBIN B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very friendly staff. Good deals. Overall great experience while shopping.

  • 5/5 Emily D. 2 years ago on Google
    All the staff were super friendly, and helpful, and answered all my questions. The manager Kendra was super amazing and helped me, and my mom get a great deal on new phones and so much more. I would 100% recommend this store, and the amazing employees.

  • 5/5 vijukumar N. 5 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 4/5 Dr weave B. 5 years ago on Google
    Store layout was confusing, staff was friendly however and helped me find the product I needed.

  • 5/5 James S. 4 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Randy M. 4 years ago on Google
    Everything you didn't know you needed, every cable you are missing and staff to help you find it. What else could you ask for?

  • 5/5 Anthony L. 3 years ago on Google
    Kind, curtious, helpful and well trained

  • 4/5 David D. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service Its a shame they have to upsell under Corperate orders Good for the Corperation but bad for customer One star lost for the worker doing it to the book.

  • 1/5 Omar 4 years ago on Google
    Bad service. After not buying there protective warranty and getting ready to walk out to leave they tell me that I can't return the product. Aggressive sales on other products I didn't need like home internet! Go to Best buy!

  • 3/5 Sam R. 4 years ago on Google
    Wow, nearly nothing but phones and games... they know it too. Helpful staff makes up for it...

  • 5/5 Adrienne M. 4 years ago on Google
    Service was excellent. Kendra was patient, she is an excellent asset to your company.

  • 5/5 Bruce K. 4 years ago on Google
    Staff was fantastic. Extremely helpful and pleasant to deal with.

  • 5/5 It ́s m. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Top advice and dear employees (Original) Top Beratung und liebe Mitarbeiter

  • 5/5 Dk_ B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great service

  • 5/5 Chris B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great staff and lots of stock


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup
    • ✓️ In-store pick-up
    • ✓️ In-store shopping

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