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.
Whistler Creative is a boutique creative design studio founded in 2009 based in Whistler, British Columbia. From local startups to global brands, from solo-preneurs to large corporations, we’re passionate about helping and inspiring businesses to communicate their message effectively through design. We listen and untangle your creative confusion,... Continue reading »
Founded in 1989, Recycling Alternative (RA) was among Vancouver’s first recycling companies, providing comprehensive recycling and diversion collections to the Industrial Commercial and Institutional (ICI) sector. In addition to best practices recycling programs prioritizing waste reduction, Recycling Alternative also processes recycling materials collected at our 35,000 sq ft... Continue reading »
Loot Toy Co. was founded to make bath time a time for bonding between small kids and their carers. Since our founding in 2016, our goal has always been to make fun, skin-friendly and eco-aware bath products for the local toy and gift market. We realized that many... Continue reading »
At our vibrant restaurant Momo Factory, we take immense pride in curating a dining experience that is unlike any other. With two convenient locations in Surrey, Delta and downtown Vancouver, we effortlessly bring together the enchanting flavours of India and China. Indian Chinese cuisine, Chinese Indian cuisine, Sino-Indian cuisine,... Continue reading »
iilo Creative Alliance is a values-based creative services agency dedicated to addressing environmental and social sustainability. iilo means “thread” in Spanish (spelled “hilo”) and is pronounced “ee-lo”. We’re inspired by the idea of interdependence and the threads that connect people to each other. Because we’re all connected. Question: How are... Continue reading »
Groove Cat Books and Records is a community hub where people can browse books and listen to music as long as they like. We are stocked with everything from classic novels to mysteries, philosophy, historical titles and much more. Our vinyl record options are just as diverse, with selections... Continue reading »
Crisp is a Vancouver-based boutique marketing firm that provides Fractional CMO and contract marketing services for growing businesses across a range of industries. But we’re not an agency; we’re your marketing team. From leadership to strategy to execution, we integrate with our clients’ businesses to solve... Continue reading »
West Coast Wildflowers, formerly Wildflowers & Co launched during the global pandemic on Quinsam Reserve, located on the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwiłda’xw people; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, and Kwiakah First Nations, whose historical relationships with the land continue to this... Continue reading »
Dark Laydee Designs is handcrafted by mixed Stó:lō artist, Andee Jasper in her home studio located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Semiahmoo First Nation (White Rock, BC). Combining her background in fashion with her heritage of crafting, she started Dark Laydee... Continue reading »
West Coast Inspired. Nature Derived. Camp Candle Co. is an Indigenous, women-owned business located in Maple Ridge, BC and graciously living and working on the unceded land of the Coast Salish, Kwikwetlem, səl̓ilwətaɁɬ təməxʷ (Tsleil-Waututh), S’ólh Téméxw (Stó:lō), Katzie, Kwantlen and Qayqayt Nations. Camp Candle... Continue reading »
Shining Bear Designs is located in Coquitlam, B.C. on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem First Nation). They are a proudly Indigenous-owned and operated business. “I am Annishanaabe originally from Northern Ontario. I shine light on Indigenous culture and... Continue reading »
Cloud 9 Gluten Free was founded on the desire to provide the local celiac community with certified, tastier food. What they did not realize at the time was that there was a larger community looking for healthier “free-from” food, not limited to those with celiac disease... Continue reading »
Dead Frog Brewery is an award-winning craft brewery, born and raised in the Fraser Valley, and located in Langley, B.C. As a family-run business, we’ve been brewing great craft beer for over 14 years. We believe in creativity, innovation, using the best ingredients,... Continue reading »
Sunshine Coast Olive Oil Co. is a gourmet food store specializing in Italian balsamic vinegars and olive oils sources from all over the world. We are located in Gibsons, B.C., on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nation. Visit our ocean-view, oil and balsamic... Continue reading »
Located in the heart of North Delta, Sweet Serenity offers a variety of 30+ weekly In-Studio and Live Virtual Yoga, Barre, Fusion Fit, and Dance Fitness classes. Your age?Your gender?Your fitness level?Does. Not. Matter.Our commUNITY is for everyBODYTake your first #smallstep to your #biggoals At Sweet Serenity, we believe in homegrown... Continue reading »
The Kop Coffee Roasters is a small-batch coffee roaster located on Annacis Island, keen on delivering the beauties of coffee to our community. Mann has over 10 years of tremendous experience in the coffee industry. He started the journey as a green bean... Continue reading »
“Welcome to Aldor Acres Christmas Tree Farm and Artisanal Market, a 4th generation family farm specializing in making family memories that will last a lifetime! Come select your perfect tree, visit our friendly farm animals, shop at Mrs. Claus’ Snack Shack and Artisanal... Continue reading »
Locality Brewing leads with the mission to create beer that celebrates the land, handcrafted from field to glass, an ode to the old ways of farming, harvesting, malting, and brewing. With the goal to slow people down and reconnect them to the land, people around them,... Continue reading »
FESTINA LENTE ESTATE WINERY is proud to offer their premium honey wines (Mead) made with their own local honey and farm fresh ingredients. Their wines are sophisticated, surprisingly dry, and food-friendly meads that will delight discriminating and eco-conscious wine enthusiasts. Made in small... Continue reading »
Roots and Wings Distillery is a family-owned and operated craft distillery based in the heart of the Fraser Valley, near Fort Langley. Their 30-acre Langley Farm, in the fertile valley of the mighty Fraser River, has been in our family for 3 generations.... Continue reading »
Provisions Market + Gifts is a local specialty grocery and gift store located in Langley, BC that aims at enriching the well-being of the community with local love. Along with their other well-established business in Saskatchewan (SaskMade Marketplace), together they work with more... Continue reading »
Griottes Polyglottes was born from Ingrid’s love for the arts of the stage (Theater, Acting, Storytelling and Improvisation). Back in France, she worked as a project manager for one of the top banks for over 10 years. Alongside her job, she was performing on stage as... Continue reading »
Bear Essential Oils is an Indigenous wellness brand that honours cultural knowledge, community spirit and self care. The business launched during the global pandemic on Quinsam Reserve, located on the unceded traditional territory of the Ligwiłda’xw people; the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum,... Continue reading »
Salish Soils is a resource recovery center located on the Sunshine Coast on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the shíshálh Nation. They take waste residuals including fish, biosolids, green waste, food waste, wood waste, and turn them into value-added products, as well as offer residential recycling services. Question: How are you supporting other local businesses? Answer: We... Continue reading »