Local businesses create local jobs, buy from local suppliers, work with local service providers, support local causes close to our hearts, and create a more sustainable B.C.
TwoChiefs is a 100% Indigenous-owned and operated retail shop located on the traditional territory of Xwchíyò:m (Cheam) First Nation (Stó:lō and Coast Salish peoples) in Rosedale, BC, and founded by Kirkland Douglas, a member of the Xwchíyò:m First...
Agboola Law is a proudly locally owned and operated law firm owned by Omolola Agboola. A business owner thrilled to have her family and established practice in the welcoming community of Kitimat. Agboola Law firm provides comprehensive legal services, with a particular...
Green Goddess Bath was born with the curation of fun skin-loving non-toxic organic bath bombs. Here we are 8 years later with many of skin, soap & bath care products that are gentle and effective without the junky...
We started Nana’s Little Town Play Cafe to help fill service gaps here in Kitimat. Our goal is to create a hub where people can hang out, enjoy coffee/food, and connect with others. We offer a variety of...
The Vancouver Cleaning Co-operative (TCC) is a worker-owned business serving clients across the Lower Mainland. Founded out of our lived experiences of exploitation, discrimination, patriarchy, and capitalism, TCC started as three women who wanted to do better for...
Saul Good Gift Co. are pioneers in crafting meaningful gift experiences, with the goal to help folks and firms build genuine relationships. Their gift baskets are full of local artisan products. They’re on a mission to find...
Billy Would Designs is a Vancouver-based company started in 2007 recycling wood and skateboards turning them into jewellery, accessories, and small homewares. In 2022, they opened a boutique store featuring the Billy Would line as well as a curated collection of...
Rainforest Wellness Pharmacy is a locally owned and operated pharmacy in Kitimat, BC. We opened in 2014. Our mission is to bring health and wellness to all individuals through knowledge, empathy and respect. We specialize in...
Chau Luen Athletics is Vancouver’s premier lion dance and dragon dance team, as well as one of the most well-respected kung fu clubs in BC. The club provides memorable and energetic lion dance and dragon dance...
Bradley’s Bait and Tackle LTD is a Kitimat-based, locally owned and operated business that has served Kitimat’s resident fishermen and women since it opened its doors. Seeing to the needs of people from across the globe who come...
Artistic Arts opened more than 24 years in Vancouver’s Chinatown, dealing with all kinds of Jewelry, Gems & Rocks. They specialize in Burmese & Nephrite Jade products and semi-precious stones, either in the raw form or polished. We love to...
Modernize Tailors, established in 1913, has always been committed to providing the finest tailoring experience. Today, we proudly uphold the traditions set by our founders while evolving to meet the needs of our diverse clientele. In addition to...
Chaga Muga specializes in handmade artisan organic, brews, drink blends, teas and tisanes that are Chaga & superfood based. It’s a fun and delicious way to add superfoods to everyday life supporting good health. Our beverages are slow-brewed...
YUM! Gourmet Donuts started as a home based business during the pandemic in New Westminster. Pastry chef, Kim Collishaw and partner John McMahon came up with the idea to...
Pyramid Office Supplies began as Pyramid Printers back in 1978, a home-based printing business started by Sheila and Don Reeves. In 1987 they moved into the retail space in the Century House building. The Business quickly grew and needed a new home, moving...
“Hauling Freight for Friends”Van Kam Freightways Ltd. is a three-generation, BC family-owned and operated freight carrier. CEO Casey Henry’s grandfather started the business using his Harley Davidson hauling packages for friends back in...
BC Palette Art Studio located in New Westminster, is a women-owned family business that first opened in The City of Lougheed Shopping Center in November 2022. In May 2024, they moved...
At Barley’s Homebrewing Supplies, located in New Westminster, you’ll find an impressive assortment of ingredients and equipment for home-fermentation projects. They pride themselves in their knowledge...
Kyle’s NoFrills® Kitimat is a locally owned and operated discount grocery store located in the heart of Kitimat, BC. Kyle and his wife live own and operate the store, and they live in Kitimat. No Frills® is part of...
Kitimat Museum & Archives has served Kitimat citizens residents and visitors since opening in 1969. The Museum, located on the traditional and unceded territory of the Haisla Nation, presents exhibits on community and natural history, and visual arts....
Queen’s Academy of the Arts is a musical theatre program that helps kids develop vital life skills through fun performing arts classes. Operating throughout Burnaby and Coquitlam, they offer after-school programs, weekly classes, music lessons, and spring/summer camps. From...
At Vancouver Safety Surfacing, our customers are our number one priority. That is why we always go above and beyond to ensure our customers are happy with every job we do! Since we first opened our doors in...
Justin Tisdall, Co-founder and Owner of Juke Fried Chicken and Beetbox, landed in the food hospitality world by successfully merging the classic concepts of comfort food, quality food, and takeout to create a competitive edge and continue to grow...
Erika Rathje, Designer believes that designers have an opportunity and responsibility to make a positive impact in our communities and globally, including taking urgent action on the climate emergency. That’s why Erika works with organizations and small businesses...