Archipelago Swim

Luxury Swimwear for day or night, custom fit, custom design made by hand in Toronto.

Order your swimsuit from existing styles and measurements, or have a swimsuit made to meet your custom specifications. They offer a unique mix of muscular compression and comfort. The fabric is versatile, hyper-resistant, thin, elegant, two-way stretch, and soft and breathable.
Designer and founder, Jamie Haiden, started sewing for her friends who could not find swimwear options in their size, and built this ethical, sustainable swim brand.

UNIKA Swimwear

Inclusive swimwear for women of all ages, stages, curves and sizes.

All pieces online are available in a wide range of sizes and are adjustable. Book an appointment for a private fitting for special occasions, for groups and bachelorette parties.
Founder and Designer Betsy Campos encourages women to embrace their uniqueness and to choose with confidence. Bring in your favourite suit for remaking using any of the fabrics in store. Choose from 150+ prints and solid fabrics. Matching and coordinating suits for kids, toddlers and babies are available only in-store.

Minnow Bathers

Made-to-Order high-performance swimwear for women in diverse body styles in sizes ranging from XS to XXL.

Toronto customers may pick up at the College Street Studio.
All swimsuits are lined and constructed from high-quality Italian fabric comprised of 78% recycled nylon and 22% spandex. Solid fabrics are chlorine-resistant and UV-blocking, produced from 78% recycled plastics and come in a range of colours.
Childhood friends, Vanessa Warrack and Karen Donaldson, understand that many women don’t always fit off-the-rack. They create comfortable swimwear by hand in Toronto, focusing on the quality of every piece.

norda run

Trail running shoes for endurance athletes inspired by Canada’s toughest conditions, made with high-performance fibres.

The perfect combination of fit, cushion, grip, weight, breathability and material innovation. Bio-based Dyneema Fibre® makes this shoe ultra-light and strong enough to survive any trail.
Canadian Sporting Goods Manufacturer of running wear and best-in-class trail shoes for cushioning performance, durability, traction and grip on both wet and dry surfaces.

Ciele Athletics

Performance Apparel is designed for athletes and adventurers of all kinds.

The store in Montreal highlights the latest equipment, technical clothing, footwear and headwear collections for men and women in a boutique setting.
Shop caps, beanies, jackets, sweatshirts, tops, tights, shorts and sunglasses. Considered fabric technologies and world-class knit mesh, embedded with custom carbon fibre for breathability, moisture wicking and anti-odour properties.

Tilley Endurables

High Performance Clothing Built for Outdoor Life.

It started with the Tilley Hat, now known for its ability to stay on in wind, be unsinkable, last indefinitely, protect from the elements and still look attractive.
Alex designed his Tilley hat in 1980 to fit low and loose, hide a secret pocket and block 98% of the sun’s harmful rays.
Tilley products are made from supplex nylon, cotton duck, hemp, organic cotton, waxed cotton, wool felt, raffia, Toyo paper, nylon spandex and mashup cotton.
The full line includes outerwear, underwear, footwear, bags, travel accessories, UPF-rated clothing for beach & leisure, fishing & hunting, sailing & adventure activities.

MTN•HEAD

Unisex casual clothing and home accessories designed and made in Canada.

MuttonHead is an upmarket shop specializing in outerwear & accessories, 100% gender neutral and made for all shapes and sizes in mind.
Shop Sweatshirts, Sweatpants, T-Shirts, Button-downs, Jackets, Pants, Shorts and the Naked & Famous Brand. Find onesies and clothing for Kids & Baby, Accessories for everyone, Personal Care and Home Goods like candles, cleaning supplies, food & drink.

Bather

Quality surf and swim products with a street-inspired approach to be worn on or off the beach.

Toronto native, Kyle Kaminsky, was sitting on the beach in Croatia in soggy, ugly-ass board shorts when his search began for comfortable, quick-drying swim trucks, with some TO style, at a reasonable price. All patterns are designed in-house, made in Canada, and fabrics are selected for quick-drying, moisture-wicking properties, soft-to-the-touch feel and durability.

Less is A’mor

Canadian Premium Lingerie, Swimwear and Natural Silk Loungewear made of the finest lace and pure silk fabrics.

Designer Irina Shad creates well-made and flattering designs. Natural silk loungewear is produced in Toronto, with a full range of comfortable and stylish pieces for everyday, sexy and special occasions, including made-to-measure bridal robes, stylish pyjamas, slips, and night sets. Silk fabrics are sourced from Quebec and combined with European lace.

Mayana Genevière

Undetectable nursing bras and lingerie made in Toronto.

Having recognized a need for functional undergarments for new mothers without compromising style, Nadine Woods creates undergarments that are meticulously crafted from organic cotton and ethically sourced premium yarns.
You can book a virtual bra fitting. A true-to-size nursing bra with a patented ALUXTRA™, Clasp-Free, undetectable nursing feature gives you easy, one-handed access and a sling effect for under-bust support. Shop signature bras, underwear, sleepwear and body suits.

This is J

Canadian-made Sleepwear, Loungewear and Mix & Match collection for the whole family.

Ultra-soft, moisture-wicking, stylish sleepwear including pyjamas, nighties, robes, short & long-sleeve sets, shorts, boxers, toques and knits — hand-printed in whimsical patterns and fresh colours.
Bamboo is a favourite fabric used in a majority of garments for its ultra-soft feel, anti-microbial qualities and ability to wick moisture from your skin.

Encircled

A slow fashion brand with factories near its studio in Toronto, using sustainably sourced, ultra-soft fabrics.

Thoughtful design and fair wages are what producing locally means at Encircled.
Fabrics use fade-resistant, low-impact dyes and are made from Modal from Beech wood pulp, Tencel, Rayon from Bamboo, Hemp, Organic cotton and Linen.
Classic versatile pieces for weekend, for work and for evening, find all-occasion, dressy sweatpants, sweatshirts, dresses, leggings, shirts, The Unblazer, The UnMoto Jacket and work from home favourites.

Muskoka Bear Wear

Ontario-Made Cottage Country Clothing Company for Adults & Kids with in-store locations in Bala, Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Huntsville & Port Carling.

Find Classic hoodies, Quarter-zips, drawcord pants, long-sleeve t-shirts, socks, toques and pet accessories in 50% cotton/50% poly blend and 16oz. fleece durable fabric, washed for shrinkage control.

49th Apparel

Handcrafted sleepwear and an all-season core collection of small batch made from quality natural fabrics for men and women.

Simple, classic-design garments made in linen, cotton, and flannel. Every item is produced from start to finish in “The Soo” by a small team of two.
Daryl Wier believes in sustainable practices, selecting fabrics for their quality, craftsmanship and history. A clothing designer by trade, he started by collecting vintage clothing, wool blankets and textiles, experimenting by repurposing them into vests.

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Horses Atelier

Toronto-based clothing brand for Feminine Workwear and Iconic Silhouettes.

Best friends Heidi Sopinka and Claudia Dey create artful and easy clothing with an impeccable fit and feel. Their grandmothers were master seamstresses who inspired their old-world attention to detail.
Shop the versatile, top-selling Jumpsuits, Jackets, tops, Dresses, Skirts, Pants and Accessories. Natural fabrics are sourced from family-owned mills in Italy and Japan, created with custom colours and original prints.

Hilary MacMillan

Contemporary size-inclusive XS - 4x womenswear.

Versatile, modern pieces in timeless silhouettes, made in high-quality, cruelty-free fabrics in bold colours and textures. The collection is designed and sampled in-house at the Toronto studio, and currently, manufacturing is split between Canada and overseas.

“Personally, I am vegan and not a size 2,” says Designer Hilary MacMillan. “I want my brand and the clothes I design to reflect aspects of my values and who I am, in addition to making my customers happy. It’s part of what I value and how I relate to those who wear my clothes.”

Birds of North America

Signature label known for bold, colourful prints in sizes from 2-20, proudly and ethically made in Canada.

Designer Hayley Gibson grew up in Victoria, BC, sewing and reconstructing vintage garments. Her work reflects her personal style, creating long-lived, flattering cuts for women who want something a bit bold and adventurous.
She also promotes independent designers who produce ‘Made in Canada’ clothing.
All design, pattern making and grading is done in Toronto while the final garments are cut and sewn in Montreal. Shop dresses, jumpsuits, skirts, pants, shorts, tops and feature accessories.

Beaufille

Effortless chic clothing and accessories for women produced in Canada.

Beaufille (pronounced bo-fee) is a slow fashion brand creating timeless pieces that can be worn in any season. Shop online or at an international retailer for ready-to-wear clothing, jewellery and art objects. The collection uses deadstock fabrics from responsible suppliers. Jewellery is sourced and manufactured locally using repurposed, recycled or refined materials.
Founders and sisters Chloé and Parris Gordon studied at the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design. Celebrity clients have included Solange, Lady Gaga, Michelle Obama and Selena Gomez.

Miriam Baker

Professional clothing, designed to fit a full bust, thoughtfully tailored to take you from work to play.

Founder Miriam Baker is a celebrated Toronto designer who believes in timeless design and quality, crafted pieces that become staples in a woman’s wardrobe.
Book a virtual or visit the showroom in downtown Toronto for a personal consultation and to try on a few garments before purchase. Dresses, Tops, Skirts & Pants are made to order. Shirts fit smoothly without the gape, and dresses are designed to lift and flatter a curvy silhouette.

Miik

Timeless classics in eco-luxe fabrics for women.

Fabrics are custom-milled from sustainably-sourced fibres, using non-toxic dyes, featuring 4-way stretch to create luxuriously soft, high-quality clothing with brilliant colours that stand the test of time.
A vacation present from her husband led the founder, Donna Smith, on a mission to design garments in durable, comfortable fabrics – MicroModal® harvested from Beech Trees, Rayon from Bamboo and Jacquard. The collection is designed to fit and flatter every body – Tops, Tunics, Blazers, Dresses, Jumpsuits, Loungewear and Cardigans.

Picadilly

Easy to wear, classic silhouettes and casual women’s clothing designed for home, on the go, or dressed up.

Shop Modern Essentials, Dresses, Tops, Jackets, Skirts, Pants and Special Occasions in rich, vivid colours and textures, with a mix of fabrics and novelty treatments. The Studio is located in the manufacturing facility, allowing the team to respond to upcoming trends and for “on time” delivery of large volume demand orders.
Founded by Jacob Dombrowsky in 1975, over 90% of the clothing is designed and manufactured in Toronto, available in key markets all over the world.

Bergstrom Originals

Women’s clothing store and contemporary line filled with effortless combinations, handmade in Toronto.

Shop the colourful, bright, bold originals, plus a curated selection of complementary European brands. Visit the studio by appointment only.
Christina Bergstrom designs and sews her collection here, ensuring quality manufacturing and equitable practices. Her sharp eye for fit and cut, combined with dynamic prints and timeless silhouettes, made for everyday wear.

SMYTHE

Friends for over thirty years, Toronto-based founders and co-designers Andrea Lenczner and Christie Smythe channel their diverse backgrounds to create tailored pieces for an impeccably constructed, real-to-wear collection.

The new line is built to move through real days—from early meetings to late dinners—without losing its shape.
Shop blazers, bottoms, denim, tops and outerwear in refined silhouettes and modern tailoring. Smythe Boutiques are located in Summerhill, Toronto, Chinook Calgary and select fashion retailers nationwide.

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Prestige Guitars Ltd.

The Prestige Custom Shop represents 20 years of building world-class Custom, Acoustic and Electric Guitars in Vancouver.

Factory Tours are available year-round. Recognizing global reforestation needs, a tree is planted with every purchase of a PRESTIGE guitar. The Heritage Series electrics feature Solid carved Flame, Quilt, Burl and Spalt Maple Tops; while the Eclipse series acoustics feature Solid Spruce, Cedar, Khaya, Rosewood and Koa.

Shaw Percussion

World drums, full service drum repairs and rentals, best source for African djembes to cajons, bodhrans and world percussion instruments in Georgina, Ontario.

Phil Shaw has been a drummer for over 40 years. With a passion for woodworking and drumming, his handcrafted bodhran, ashiko, djembe, and snare drum, as well as other hand drums and percussion instruments, are renowned for their sound and beauty. He designs, constructs and teaches, alongside his wife Wendy and sons Graham and Alex, who are skilled musicians.

Bluesound

This audio company produces an award-winning wireless hi-res sound system that lets you play music anywhere in your home.

Wireless, crisp, Dolby-certified, hi-fidelity audio with App and voice control, connect with Apple and 20 + streaming services. Products include wireless multi-room music streaming Speakers, Sound system, Amplifier, powered subwoofer, and Hard drive CD.

Lee’s Palace

Dance Club and Concert Venue for Indie & Alternative music lovers, near Bathurst Station on Bloor in Toronto.

In-house promotion and production of local, Canadian, and international touring artists and events.
Lee’s Palace and the Dance Cave are available for private rentals, including birthday parties, bachelor parties, corporate parties, book launches, speaking events and other functions.

Gladstone House

Toronto Hotel and engaging, art-filled, eco-friendly, urban experience.

Book a hotel room, plan an event or wedding, or get information on our upcoming opportunities for artists. Ontario’s first hotel to use 100% renewable energy through Bullfrog Power. Guests at the Gladstone get unlimited access to the Hotel’s exhibitions and events.

Fresh Paint Studio & Café

A community art space where kids and adults can feel inspired to create and connect through art.

This Toronto Art Studio supplies the materials so you can relax and unwind in this warm and inviting studio. Roxane Tracey, visual artist and poet, created the Studio as a community space to inspire a love for creating while bringing out each person’s inner artist.

House of Anansi Press Inc.

Focus on publishing works by Canadian authors and outstanding books from other countries.

Specializing in finding and developing Canadian writers of literary fiction, poetry, drama, and nonfiction, and in maintaining the culturally significant backlist that has accumulated since 1967.
Dennis Lee and David Godfrey founded Anansi as a small press with a mandate to publish Canadian writers. Shop Fiction, Thrillers, Poetry, Children's Books, CBC Massey Lectures, Ebooks, translated French authors and Classics.

A Different Booklist

Toronto Bookstore showcases a diverse selection from major Publishers and Independents.

The literature of the African & Caribbean Diaspora, and the Global South, featuring a deep selection for Children and Young Adults. Browse over 2300 Active Titles, 55 subject categories from Bestsellers, Black Feminist/Gender Titles, Juvenile themes, Pandemic-related and Canadian Authors.

Booksellers.ca

Les libraires is the Québec Cooperative of Independent Bookstores representing independent bookstores in Quebec, the Maritimes, Ontario and Manitoba.

Booksellers.ca is a pan-Canadian one-stop shop that brings together 150 independent booksellers from sea to sea online, fostering accessibility, diversity and the discovery of books by Canadian authors, in both official languages.
Check whether a book is available at your local bookstore, find recommendations or search by topic. Independent bookstores are a place where you can find advice and where back catalogue books often have pride of place.
revue.leslibraires.ca is a French-language literary magazine published by the Québec Cooperative of Independent Bookstores since 1998.

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Garneau & Co.

Handcrafted, authentic sheepskin slippers and accessories for the family.

Founded in 1977 by François Garneau, his daughter, Noémi, continues to innovate while inspiring generations of craftspeople to master traditional techniques, preserving the distinctive character created by the talented artisans in the Eastern Townships, Québec. The finest sheepskin is carefully selected for feel and density, from New Zealand and Australia.
Shop Slippers, Insoles, Pyjamas, Loungewear, Shirts, Socks, Wool Throw and Sheepskin rugs. Loungewear is made with organic bamboo fabric, all dyed and woven in Montreal.

The Brown Bear

Canadian-made mocassins for the whole family, gifts and Canadian Art shipped around the world.

A second-generation company established in 1973 by Francine and Kurt Scheuermann. Francine, along with her daughters Natalie and Vanessa, continue to run the online store, with an expanded catalogue that now includes footwear for earthing, footwear for outdoors, camping & emergency preparedness products, EMF shielding and light therapy products, jewellery, gifts, accessories and winter clothing such as sheepskin insoles and mohair socks.

Shop the full product line at Moccasins Canada.

Mellow Walk Footwear Inc.

Comfortable and Lightweight Steel-Toe Safety Shoes.

Designed and made in Toronto, Mellow Walk crafts footwear that meets the demanding needs of workers looking for comfort and durability. Find heavy-duty boots and light-duty shoes designed to support all-day wear with a generous fit.
No matter your role at work, find the right shoe to protect your feet and make you look good - Brogues, Slip-ons, Skater shoes, City Hikers, Classic lace-ups, Aussie Boots, High-Tops and Loafers.

Kamik

Keeping women, men, kids and toddlers’ feet warm, dry, comfortable, and happy since 1898.

Shop Winter, Casual and rain boots, slippers, sandals for men & women; hunting and industrial boots. Find Winter jackets, snow pants and multi-sport shoes for kids and toddlers. Technical features include waterproof seam sealed, waterproof bottoms, waterproof membrane, genuine leather & suede, reflective details and PVC-free.
Starting with the Cook family, Kamik is committed to sustainable manufacturing with domestic production, a rain boot recycling program, greener initiatives to reduce their carbon footprint and paying employees higher wages.

La Canadienne

Footwear, outerwear and accessories from leather bags to silk scarves, and shoes made for all-season city living.

Crafted in Montreal, the City Dry™ technology features waterproof Italian suede and a breathable microfiber lining and cushioned memory foam insole for comfort indoors or out. Boots are built for unpredictable weather so you can stay warm, dry and ultra-fashionable through rain, snow and windy days.
A made-to-order service is available on Canadian-made footwear, if you can’t find your size or have an older model you love.

Boulet Boots

Handcrafted Western-style Cowboy Boots, specializing in Goodyear Welt construction, valued for minimizing water penetration into the insole and the relative ease of resoling.

From St-Gabriel, Québec, this third-generation family continue to maintain the tradition of excellence by continually investing in training and quality raw materials. The boots are now available in over fifteen countries and are known by cowboys around the world for their durability, comfort, and being first in fit. The gap between the insole and outsole is filled with cork that gradually matches your footprint.

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Belfast Mini Mills Ltd.

Manufacturers of miniature mill operations to wool processors around the world.

A full line of cottage industry fibre spinning machines that are small, designed to be modular and customizable to facilitate operation with other makes of machinery.
Twin sisters Linda and Hazel Nobles ran the mill in eastern Prince Edward Island, turning wool clips from sheep and other animals into yarn for nearly 30 years.
The business is now run by Linda’s sons, Evan and Matthew Nobles and their cousin Tyler Spencer, who work on the metal fabrication in Murray River.
The team works with customers to start a business working with fibres, helping with design, set up, training and trading up equipment when it’s time to grow the business.

Redwood Classics Apparel

Essential Outerwear for the Family with gender neutral, inclusive styles.

Garments are made at the WS & Co LTD Factory in Toronto, utilizing landfill-destined deadstock and turning it into upcycled fabric. Wholesale orders available. All items are washed, pre-shrunk in a mix of cotton, polyester and fleece - Tees, Crewneck, Hoodies, Joggers, Polos and flattering fits for women.
Founder, Kathy Cheng, combines handcrafted practices with state-of-the-art technology to produce garments sold across North America, in department stores, retail stores, resorts, universities or corporate identity programs.

Fine Cotton Factory

Textile Mill for quality mattress ticking, activewear apparel and functional fabric.

Founded in 1997 by Harish and Biren Patel, this uncle-nephew duo couple their extensive knowledge of textiles and knitting trends, utilizing state-of-the-art machinery, and, whenever possible, Canadian-based raw materials. They recycle waste raw materials, manufacturing all their fabrics in a contaminant-free environment and pipe-lined air ducts for dust-free facilities.

CRW Design

Women-owned garment shop offering a comprehensive package of production services for businesses within the apparel industry in Canada.

This manufacturer provides support and services for garment design, fabric sourcing, style design, pattern sampling, sewing production, and packaging. They partner with exceptional knitters, fabric suppliers, pattern makers and sewers within Ontario.
Nikki Francies and Sherri Carlson created the knit apparel production house, having worked in the garment business and recognizing a niche market of designers and entrepreneurs, requiring full end-to-end production support, keeping all their production at home.

The Orange Room

The Puffin Gear® Hat and Accessories online shop features all-season, functional and beautiful hats for infants, children and adults.

Made in Toronto, the collection includes UPF 50+ sun protection hats that are preshrunk and machine washable. Chin ties have safety breakaway clips. For the coldest days, Polartec Classic Fleece & Chin Wrap hats, blankets and scarves. Fall/Winter styles feature luxury fabrics in classic styles.
Heather De Man combined her love of the outdoors, an engineering background and love of fabric to produce the first Puffin Gear products, launched out of a rented cart at the St. Lawrence Market over 20 years ago.

Colibri Canada

Reusable Kitchen and Household plastic alternatives.

Shop snack bags, wet bags, bowl covers, reusable straws, wash cloths & limited edition prints are FDA and Health Canada certified for food safety. Products are available to groups, including schools, daycare/preschool groups, and sports teams, for fundraising opportunities.
From small-town Manitoba, CEO Sandra O’Malley and her team provide long-lasting products that foster healthy environments and strong communities.

Brimz Hat Boutique

Independent and Unique Hat Shop designs, sells and manufactures all types of hats, caps, fedoras and offers quality products from talented home-grown designers.

Shop Classic Berets, Beanies, Bucket Hats, Dad Hats, Fedoras, Snapbacks, Trucker Hats and Apparel. Bring your ideas to life with a variety of cap styles and colours to create your own.
Damien Royes and partner Jack Vilayvong are stylemakers with an instinct for knowing what their streetwise customers want, from modern, Montreal-made fedoras and a collection of the coolest curated styles.

Soak Wash Inc.

Modern laundry care, No-rinse formulations with no harsh chemicals or overwhelming fragrances made in Toronto.

Eco-friendly wash is ideal for hand or machine washing, is skin and fabric-friendly, cleans and revitalizes delicate care lingerie, natural sweaters, workout wear and quilts.
Because Soak is a low-suds liquid, the dirt and detergent come out in the water, and whatever is left in the item evaporates.

Tru Earth

Ultra-concentrated, tiny, pre-measured strip of liquidless laundry detergent and companion cleaning products.

Shop household items such as wool dryer balls, reusable fabric softener, mesh cotton, reusable grocery bags and Eco-strips multi-surface disinfecting cleaner.
Ryan McKenzie, Brad Liski and Kevin Hinton are friends who had a dream of eliminating the 700,000,00 plastic laundry jugs ending up in landfills every year. Strips are biodegradable, free of parabens, phosphates, added dyes, and chlorine bleach.

Black Designers of Canada

A comprehensive Canadian index celebrating black excellence in accessory design, furniture, design, graphic design, industrial design, interior design and fashion.

As a multidisciplinary designer, entrepreneur and philanthropist, George Sully founded BDC to champion his fellow Canadian Designers. He works to leverage lucrative opportunities for the collective in the world of fashion & multimedia design.
Black Designers of Canada offers business owners, retailers, buyers, stylists and others an all-inclusive ongoing resource of over 186 designers across Canada.

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Pretty Clean Shop

A marketplace for naturally effective, sustainable cleaning, beauty, personal care and home products.

The shop showcases local products, advises customers, and advocates for low-waste packaging. Care and cleaning products are made in Canada using ethically sourced practices.
With a philosophy of sustainable living, Miriam founded this Junction neighbourhood one-stop shop for products made with safe, toxin-free ingredients. Find Health & Beauty, functional Home Accessories, Games & Puzzles, a Vegan collection and gifts. The broad selection of refillable products in pre-filled jars can be returned and traded for a full one, avoiding unnecessary packaging. Workshops and DIY parties are available for school-aged kids and adults.

Kalaya

Developed for a wide range of skin and body care issues, these therapies are extensively researched, tested and manufactured in Cambridge, Ontario.

From topical pain relief to anti-aging therapies, products are paraben- and sulphate-free and never tested on animals.
Led by Dr. Keith Burk, M.D. and Phil Hudson, BPharm, who strive to innovate and improve its formulations constantly. Shop in-store or online for pain management, health & hygiene, cold & flu, skin care, cannabis sativa seed oil, and hair care.

Plant Vital

A line of complete additive-free nutrition supplements & plant-based protein for both preventative support and nutrient-dense healing.

Plant-based proteins + greens, Pure Collagen Peptides, Multivitamins, Omega-3 fish oil, Mega B-Complex, Berberine, Ashwagandha, Resveratrol, Tumeric, Gentle sleep, Vitamin C, Magnesium supplements.
In search of the perfect diet, the founder of this Canadian-based company, Mike W, creates these products with protein from peas, whole grain organic brown rice, pumpkin seed, chia seed, organic fruits and vegetables. Products are FDA-Certified, free of soy, eggs, dairy and nuts, gluten-free with no sugar & low carb.

Empack Spraytech inc.

Innovative, customized and specialized solutions for highly diversified aerosols, liquids, lotions, wipes, related products and packaging.

An ISO 9001:2008 and GMP Certified privately-owned family-operated Canadian manufacturer of Aerosol Packaging, Liquid Filling, Personal Care, Automotive, Shoe & Leather Care, Sun Care, Industrial, Household Products, Insecticides, Computer & Electronics, Outdoor, and Specialty Products.

Nutralab Canada Corp.

Private Label Vitamin & Supplement Manufacturer of Custom formula natural health and vitamin supplement products.

Health Canada-approved, fully licensed facilities for bulk supplement manufacturing and packaging of nutraceuticals and dietary supplement products.
Products can be Organic, Halal, Vegan, Herbal or Gluten-Free. The Liquid sachet packaging is used for convenient on-the-go servings and better absorption of daily vitamin supplements, sports energy or nutrition drinks.
Pilot and large-scale production of Hard Capsules Filling, Softgels Encapsulation, Softgel Enteric Coating, Tablets & Coating.
Powder technology for sport proteins, plant-based greens and vegan supplements. Clients include Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart, Metro, Loblaws and Longo’s.

Green Circle Salons

A sustainable program for salons and spas to recycle, recover and repurpose beauty waste.

Created by beauty industry leaders, this award-winning solution empowers salons to recover up to 95% of their beauty waste, including previously unrecoverable materials and hard-to-recycle items like hair clippings, foils, excess hair colour, aerosol cans, colour tubes and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Get your beauty salon to join the program. They collect beauty waste and work with local partners to turn it into new products or clean energy. Find out where the beauty waste goes. Partners are recycling facilities, chemical waste facilities, clean energy producers and bio-composite plastic producers.

Thornhill Medical

Medical Technology Manufacturer of innovative acute critical care devices specifically designed for military, field hospital, transport medical and first responder teams.

Recognized as a leader in the precise control and management of arterial blood gases, breathing sciences and emergency mobile diagnostic and therapeutic patient care:
The RespirAct ™ RA-MR is a computer-controlled gas blender used to provide accurate, repeatable, non-invasive control of blood gases and to stimulate vascular reactivity, monitoring blood flow responses in conjunction with diagnostic imaging techniques.
Founder, Dr. Joseph Fisher, is a world-renowned research scientist in the field of anesthesiology and cardiovascular intensive care. Emergency mobile medical devices include:
MOVES® SLC™ is a completely integrated, rugged, portable life support system with ICU capabilities designed to provide control in challenging environments.
The MADM™ device is portable, adaptable and can be easily connected to any ventilator device to safely and accurately enable gas anesthesia.
ClearMate™ is portable, compact and allows emergency professionals to treat CO victims as effectively as hyperbaric oxygen, at the point of care, without delay.

Wilderness Committee

Environmental program dedicated to preserving wilderness, protecting wildlife, defending parks, safeguarding public resources and fighting for a healthy climate.

Shop the catalogue online to support environmental activities: FairTrade First Nations Products, Books, Greeting Cards, Maps & Guides, Photo & Educational Posters & Bumper stickers. Wholesale orders available.
This not-for-profit has been protecting life-giving biological diversity in Canada through strategic research, community mobilizing, and grassroots public education for 40 years.

You can join along with thousands of activists and volunteers to help with campaign activities to defend parks, preserve wilderness, protect wildlife and help safeguard public resources by donating or volunteering your time.

Terre Bleu Lavender Farm

Ontario’s largest lavender farm includes an apiary, herb bar & gift shop selling organic produce made from the eight varieties of lavender grown on the farm.

Small batch products are handcrafted locally with 100% organic Terre Bleu lavender. Shop a selection of gift boxes, vinaigrette, cheese and ice cream, honey jams, propolis throat spray, cleaning spray, linen spray, essential oil, calming salve and balms.
This family-run business hires local students and recent grads every year.
Ian and Isabelle Baird moved from downtown Toronto to rural Milton in 2011 and planted 10,000 lavender plants, sharing their love of lavender and the positive impact of sustainable, organic farming with visitors every summer.

Harbourfront Centre

A not-for-profit Toronto waterfront park for arts, culture and events.

Established in 1972 by the Government of Canada, this is an international centre and cultural organization for innovative arts and outdoor programming. The Craft and Design Studio showcases artists working in textiles, ceramics, and metals.
The 10-acre campus provides year-round programming supporting a wide range of artists and communities, hosting School visits, Summer camps and festivals. The Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA), based here, is the longest-running and largest literary festival in Canada.
Enjoy skating programs located near the shoreline in the winter and visit The Power Plant public gallery for contemporary visual art.
Get there by TTC, car, bike, walk or boat - this is the closest marina to the City core, and you can dock during the summer boating season.

Green Planet Bio Fuels and Food Packaging

Waste Management Service and Food Packaging Products.

They collect and recycle waste oil and clean grease traps for over 1800 restaurants in the GTA. The Food Service division offers compostable and biodegradable take-out food service products, using 100% BPI certified materials and are designed for hot liquids. Compostable tableware is made from sugarcane and bamboo - no plastic.
Cleaning and servicing grease traps is essential in maintaining a good kitchen.
They supply clean & tamper-proof storage containers - compact storage containers for easier access in smaller spaces and larger bins for commercial producers who use a high volume of oil. They maintain their containers with regular cleaning and pressure-washing of disposal areas.

Régénération Canada

Promoting land management practices that regenerate soil health, restore biodiversity, improve water cycles, and support a healthy food system.

Bringing together farmers, landowners, scientists, agronomists, businesses, community organizations, governments, and citizens to enhance the soil ecosystem and restore its biology.

Terra Cotta Conservation

Home to the Watershed Learning Centre features 504 acres of valleys, cliffs and bedrock plains mixed with diverse forests, wetlands and streams, with 12km of trails for hiking, birdwatching and photography, learning and special events, transforming in winter to allow for cross-country skiing, ice skating and snowshoeing.

This primary scientific authority for the Ontario Watershed provides outdoor learning programs to schools, guiding groups and visitors.
Established in 1954, Credit Valley Conservation Foundation is the charitable arm of Credit Valley Conservation and is one of 36 Conservation Authorities with a mandate to ensure Ontario’s water, land and natural habitats are conserved, restored and responsibly managed.

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre

Canada’s leader in horticulture research and innovation to improve economic viability, sustainability and competitiveness.

A hub for Automation Biocontrol Systems, Consumer Insights, Greening the Landscape and Plant Variety Development on Lake Ontario in Niagara. Vineland’s 218-acre campus comprises 35 buildings, including research laboratories, farms and greenhouses, and is maintained by the Agricultural Research Institute of Ontario (ARIO).
Vineland is an independent, not-for-profit organization with goals to diversify production, commercialize automation technologies to reduce labour costs and improve environmental performance on and off the farm.

Green Circle Salons

A sustainable program for salons and spas to recycle, recover and repurpose beauty waste.

Created by beauty industry leaders, this award-winning solution empowers salons to recover up to 95% of their beauty waste, including previously unrecoverable materials and hard-to-recycle items like hair clippings, foils, excess hair colour, aerosol cans, colour tubes and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
They collect beauty waste and work with local partners to turn it into new products or clean energy. Find out where the beauty waste goes.
Get your beauty salon to join the program. Partners are recycling facilities, chemical waste facilities, clean energy producers and bio-composite plastic producers.

Evergreen Brick Works

An active City Park with public art, markets, outdoor learning and nature play, environmentally focused events and conferences.

Located in the Don River Valley, the Don Valley Brick Works operated for nearly 100 years and provided bricks used to construct many city homes and well-known landmarks. The quarry is now restored as a city park with a series of naturalized ponds, while restored buildings are a learning centre for community and cultural events.
This is a learning hub for showcasing practices that balance the needs of people while caring for the green space surrounding the site in the Don River Valley Park, a 200-hectare park spanning Pottery Road to Corktown Common.
This national charity is dedicated to restoring nature in urban environments, planting urban gardens, protecting native trees and teaching our children to care for the earth.

Barumba Play

11-piece sensory play couch provides opportunities for kids to practice their gross motor skills.

Sara Feldstein went from Tax Account to Toy Creator in one afternoon, while playing with her foam building blocks and thinking of toys that capture kids’ imagination. Six different shapes in a variety of colours and sizes that fit perfectly together and allow for an infinite number of building configurations.

Sweetpeas

Independent eco-friendly florist dedicated to creating nature-friendly floral designs and complementary giftware, furniture, home decor and stationery.

Shop a beautiful range of high-quality potted plants, easy-care orchids, air plants, succulents and terrariums, and made-to-order floral arrangements featuring seasonal flowers.
Before you buy, visit HousePlant411.com to find and select plants specific to your needs and to learn more about houseplant care.

promise

Indoor Plant Store and Garden Centre designs, installs, and maintains indoor & exterior plants in the Greater Toronto Area.

The store features a wide selection of indoor tropical house plants and also offers landscaping and office design consultation on-site.
Apply for the Trade program for exclusive pricing, design support, installation support and more for interior design and plant trade professionals.
Promise Gardens offers large tropicals, outdoor landscaping plants, and our biggest selection of tropical palms and flowering plants.

LOHN

Candles, perfumes and essential oils, hand-poured, made with clean scents, coconut and soy wax.

Candles are paraben-free, phthalate-free and preservative-free, scented with a blend of essential oils, natural fragrances, and clean synthetic fragrances. Perfume oils are vegan, non-toxic, and designed to be rolled on pulse points like your neck and wrists.
Kat Juskey & Victoria Mierzwa, both chemical engineering grads, create memorable scents such as Amber & Vetiver, Jasmine & Pink Pepper, Lemon & Tonka Bean, Grapefruit & Rhubarb and Amber & Vetiver.

ErgoCentric

Premier manufacturer of high-quality ergonomic seating for office, specialty and healthcare environments.

This furniture is built to ensure long-term comfort, health and safety standards compliant and made with low-emission materials. Working with ergonomists and health practitioners to continuously improve designs and include those with injuries, special requirements, and all body proportions.
View the catalogue of office seating, stackers & guest chairs, sit/stand stools, height-adjustable tables, meeting tables and industrial seating.

Lucvaa Kitchens

Custom cabinetry design, manufacturing, and installation company for Home Builders and Developers in Etobicoke.

President and industry veteran Gajen Arumugam can deliver on volume commercial and multi-unit custom kitchens and baths, operating out of its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.
Designs feature an array of door styles, accessories for kitchen, vanity, laundry, walk-in closets, crown mouldings, lighting, drawer boxes and slides, hinges, cabinet finishes and interior.

Monte

Modern Luxurious Furniture for Nursery and Home

From nursery to family room, Ralph and Michelle Montemurro set out to produce a sophisticated line of Canadian-made furniture that is exceptionally comfortable and well-made, using sustainable, high-quality materials, local suppliers and working to minimize the impact these products have on our indoor air environment, and the planet in general.
Every product is built by hand in the Toronto factory, made-to-order with your choice of fabric and accessories - Sofas, Beds, Mattresses, and Nursery.

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Lea-Ann Belter Bridal

This Wedding Dress Collection features high-quality fabrics, impeccable craftsmanship, timeless silhouettes, and couture finishes.

Completely customizable, handmade in the Toronto atelier using traditional couture techniques and featuring vegetable-dyed silks, lace and hand-sewn crystals. Designs are available in a curated selection at bridal boutiques across North America and Europe.

Jordan de Ruiter

Vintage-inspired, whimsical womenswear and special occasion.

Tulle dresses, prom gowns, bridesmaids, and wedding attire are made to order, handcrafted in Canada in-studio & by small-run manufacturers.
Jordan de Ruiter designs for fun, feminine women and includes everything from daywear to one-of-a-kind cocktail dresses, short dresses, gowns & tea length, tulle skirts, lingerie, hair accessories and jewellery.

Paloma Blanca

Elegant, handcrafted wedding dresses are carried in over 380 fine bridal shops around the world.

Passionate about the art of dressmaking, the gowns are designed, cut, sewn, and beaded in-house, in Toronto, from the exquisite fabrics, accented with beautiful hand detailing and embroidery.
Founded in 1937 by Manny Bernstein, now run by nephews Marty and Sydney, they have designed over 7000 gowns. Browse bridal and evening wear designs online by Silhouette, Fabric, Neckline and Features.

Ellie Mae Studios

Effortless luxury womenswear designed and produced in small batches in the Toronto studio.

Book a complimentary appointment with in-house stylists to find your perfect pieces. Along with the Ellie Mae Brand, the store carries complementary accessories and a Vintage Collection featuring Made in Italy knits, hand-picked rare music Tees and Nick Fouquet Hats.
Ellie Mae creates with a reverence for the quality and detailing of vintage fabrics.
From childhood, the designer was inspired by icons of music, fashion and pop culture, creating collections with one-of-a few pieces that you’ll cherish season after season.

Karn Goode

Luxury Womenswear focusing on sustainability and natural fibres.

Fashion Studies graduate, Karn Goode, combines street-style and loungewear using haute couture fabrics, creating a luxury edge to a casual aesthetic. The @goodeagain project recycles leftover pieces from production, heirloom or saved luxury items, and upcycles natural fibres to create new garments using no harmful chemicals.

Warren Steven Scott

A contemporary Indigenous design collection made in Canada since 2018.

Warren is an accessory designer, fashion designer, self-taught tailor, craftsperson and member of the Nlaka’pamux Nation, whose territory is located in the interior of present-day British Columbia. Her work is a vision of girlishness and familial sisterhood through an Indigenous lens.
Find dresses, tops, skirts in bold hues, sterling earrings with lightweight acrylic, and limited-edition artwork that explores colour and form, using leftover acrylic sheets.

Photo by Kristina Dittmar

Shaghayegh Tafreshi

Women’s Fashion Designer for modern individuals who want to express themselves creatively.

Through her designs, Shaghayegh Tafreshi connects art, culture, geometric shapes, and nature with a modern touch for globally and environmentally conscious people.
Shop the signature, oversized fitted coat collection, bright & playful dresses in voluminous shapes, accessories made from leftover stock and made-to-order.

Anu Raina

Timeless, limited edition clothing designed and made in Canada.

Silk and wool blend keepsake scarves are works of art to cherish and hand down. Celebrated Textile artist Anu Raina debuted her chic ready-to-wear collection at the 2010 Toronto Fashion Week. Shop hand-embroidered pieces in merino, cotton, poly cashmere coats, jackets, suits, shirts, separates and dresses.

Lesley Hampton

High-quality fashion and accessories with a foundation of inclusivity and community.

The Signature Collection of eveningwear and occasionwear are made-to-order locally in Toronto.
Lesley Hampton (she/her) is an Anishinaabe Artist and Fashion Designer dedicated to inspiring the next decade of Indigenous fashion talent. The Athleisure designs feature a direct-to-garment (DTG) printing method, made with sustainability in mind, and use almost zero wastewater, water-based inks and no harmful chemicals.

Lisa Drader-Murphy

Canadian Fashion House in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Take your outfit from day to night with sophisticated colours and patterns paired with versatile designs. Signature styles are wrinkle-free, pack lightly and perfect for travel. Shop at 3 locations in Nova Scotia and online.
Keeping production local allows for flexibility and real-time response.
As owner and designer, Lisa Drader- Murphy is hands-on and houses the design, cutting, production, and retail from her privately run facilities.

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Ed’s Real Scoop

This small-batch ice cream shop is a favourite destination for Torontonians.

Enjoy homemade premium gelato, ice cream cakes, waffles and frozen yogurt, served at 4 locations, made with wholesome Ontario milk and cream, premium fruit purees, nut paste and natural ingredients churned at a slow speed for a noticeably creamy texture and taste.
Ed Francis grew up in Boston with a Mom who was an excellent cook and insisted on fresh, in-season ingredients. When he moved to the Beach, he couldn’t find an ice cream store like the one around the corner from his childhood. After lots of study, experimentation and testing on neighbours, Ed'd Real Scoop opened in 2000.

Dufflet Pastries

Petite Café & Local Baker of sweet confections and custom cakes, available for events and catering.

In addition to retail shops, they supply over 500 restaurants and cafes, specialty food shops, supermarkets, hotels and caterers with over 100 unique products. Order for delivery and take out - Bundts, Coffee Cakes, Cheesecakes, layer Cakes and Pies.
Dufflet Rosenberg started baking from her home in 1975, quickly gained a reputation as Toronto’s source for creative desserts, made from scratch, with no hydrogenated fats or oils, artificial flavours, colours or preservatives added.

Jules Café Patisserie

Pastries, Breads, Cakes & Tarts at 3 Locations in Toronto.

Opened by Marc Tournayre in 2005, this small family-run business offers an exceptional selection of buttery croissants, pastries and baked goods, using only the finest ingredients.

Crown Pastries

Fine Middle Eastern Pastries and sweets, mostly sold by weight and catering servicein the Scarborough & Mississauga area.

Growing up in Aleppo, Syria, Rasoul and Ismail Salha learned the art of baklava at their grandfather’s sweets store. Now these exquisite syrupy treats right here.
The menu includes Baklavas - a layered filo pastry dessert, filled with chopped nuts, and sweetened with syrup or honey; Pastries with Ashta and Cheese, Ma’amoul cookies stuffed with pistachios, walnut or dates; Barazek and Ghraybeh.

Le Dolci Culinary Classroom & Studio

Bakeshop for delivery and classes

Order a cake for delivery, book a class, host a team building event or rent the studio space. Shop Cakes & Cupcakes, Classes & Camps, Cookie Kits & Sweet Treats and Gift Packages or place pre-orders for pick up or delivery across the GTA.

Mary Macleod’s Shortbread

Housemade shortbread cookies and treats using only local creamery butter, custom-blended Canadian flours & rich Belgian chocolate.

In 1955, Mary arrived from Scotland, bringing her generations-old, pure all-butter shortbread cookie family recipe with her. Daughter-in-law Sharon traded in her banking career to follow Mary’s mission to bake it the best.
Shop for Classic shortbread, Chocolate, Maple, Butterscotch, Truffles and Gluten-free options. Wholesale orders, corporate gift packages and seasonal orders are packaged in giftable clear containers, tins, boxes and cookie jars.

Mary’s Brigadeiro

Boutique bakery creating chocolate treats Handrolled in small batches, using fair trade chocolate, pure cocoa powder, natural spices, dried fruits and nuts.

Flavours include Raspberry Cheesecake, White Chocolate Cinnamon, White Coconut, Almond, Passion Fruit, Pumpkin Spice, Candy Cane, gluten-free and nut-free options.
Mary brought her love of chocolate from her native Brazil and introduced us to a whole Brazilian-style chocolate experience - The Brigadeiro, a composition of sweetened condensed milk, real butter, pure Cocoa Powder and up to 50% cacao.

M Thompson Chocolates

Gourmet chocolates and confections using time-honoured traditional techniques.

Custom orders available for corporate or special events, at select locations in Ontario, or shop online for delivery - Sea Salt Caramel, Chocolates & Peanut Butter Smoothies, Mint, Orange & Blueberry Melodies, Almond Bark & Crunch & Seasonal Favourites.
Marni Thompson and partner Alex Bolkovic honour the craft and culture of chocolate-making by using copper kettle cooking and fresh, natural ingredients.

Rahier Patisserie

A Leaside neighbourhood mainstay since 1996, recognized for its’ exceptional taste, craftsmanship and flavours.

Enjoy a selection of Baguettes, Brioche, Focaccia, fresh-made Sandwiches, Quiches, Croquembouche, Croissants (the best in town), Viennoiseries, Cookies, Chocolates, Eclairs, Shortbread Tarts & Seasonal Cakes.
Francois Rahier and his esteemed colleague, Souvannaraj Keopraseuth, both apprenticed at Debailleul, one of the top pastry shops in Brussels, before establishing the Toronto shop and training new bakers in the craft.

Soma chocolatemaker

A tasteful collection of microbatch chocolates, truffles, toffees, fruit bars, spreads and custom gift chocolates.

Chocolate lovers, David Castellan and Cynthia Leung started off roasting and winnowing cacao beans, refining and conching their own chocolate, spinning gelato, baking cookies, making hot chocolates, and producing small batch truffles.
They offer Gelato, Cookies, chocolate drinks, personalized options for special occasions, care packages, Corporate gifts, tasting events and projects with Chefs.

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Oyster Boy Toronto

Toronto’s favourite seafood restaurant, wholesaler and retailer of oysters, supporting East Coast Canadian Oyster farmers.

Mollusks arrive daily. Shop the most internationally renowned oysters from small farmers in the east and west coasts of Canada, shucked or unshucked. Dine-in or take out, an extensive menu includes baked oysters, lobster, crab legs, shrimp cocktail, gourmet seafood platters, clams, scallops, crab cakes, albacore tuna, fish & chips, pan-seared halibut and more.
They work with local caterers serving intimate formal presentations to large hotels and event spaces. You can also sign up for the Shuck U two-hour program to learn about buying, shucking and presenting oysters.

Corbin Catering and Foods

Boutique food company specializing in providing incredible food experiences.

Offering a variety of products and services, including full-service catering & event planning, an on-site food shop & market, a takeout food program, delivery and a private chef’s table or dinner party experience.
Chef Corbin Tomaszeski believes great food has the ability to connect us all. His creative spirit is woven into everything he does. He has hosted shows on Food Network Canada and HGTV Canada. His first cookbook is “In Good Company,” featuring easy recipes for everyday gatherings. Gourmet, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian options available.

Kennedy Catering

Special Events and Weekly Prepared Meal Service using sustainable ingredients to create a delicious culinary experience.

Customized meals for small, intimate gatherings to larger venues in the Greater Toronto Area for weddings, receptions, birthdays, anniversaries and special events.
Chef Matthew Kennedy has cultivated a true appreciation for local and seasonal cuisine. He works with you to discover your vision for the event, food and preparation preferences, dietary needs and cultural restrictions. The prepared meal service offers freshly made meals in oven-ready containers.

The Food Dudes

Full-service catering from private parties to weddings in Toronto.

Leading the food truck revolution in this city with a dedicated team providing custom menu selections for street festivals, corporate events and private affairs. Distinctive menus for fundraisers and food-driven events include Appetizer & Stations, Buffet & BBQ, and Sit Down Dinners.
Executive chef Adrian Niman and CEO Lindsay Klein have built a world-class team, delivering culinary experiences featuring fresh and local ingredients, also available at their restaurants at various locations.

City Cottage Market

Cafe, Grocery Store and Bottle Shop in BirchCliff.

Shop on location, locally sourced food essentials from companies, entrepreneurs & farmers that live in this city & country. Pick up or order a weekly delivery of local fruit and vegetables, pantry and frozen items, snacks, pizza, sauces, dairy, produce, beverages, home products and pet treats.
Born in 2021 during the pandemic, The Naraine Family started this business with a focus on supporting local food entrepreneurs & the local economy.

Eadrey Foods

Gourmet Prepared Food Shop with a Caribbean flair, delivery in Leslieville and Riverdale.

Pre-order the selection of fresh home-made meals, which includes Chicken & Fish, Pies & Quiches, Jerk, Rotis & Curries, Casseroles & Pizza, Salads & Soups, Desserts & Sides. Meal packages and care packages are available with special dietary requests. Catering for weddings, special events and private functions available.
After years of fine-tuning her hot sauces and marinades, Entrepreneur Eadrey Hemmings wanted to offer more in her neighbourhood, eager for locally made products and prepared foods.

bare market

One-stop grocery shop for package-free goods, locally-grown and sourced produce, dry goods, oils + vinegars, and many other food products.

bare market partners with The Eco Well to review claims and ingredients of body care and home cleaning products. Bulk dry foods, dairy/vegan alternatives, proteins and ready-to-go prepared meals include bakery, pantry, produce, frozen and chilled food + drinks.
Find bulk shampoo, body lotion, makeup, locally sourced DIY body and home care ingredients such as essential oils, butters, carrier oils, and minerals. Home care products include laundry detergent, bamboo toothbrushes, cleaning supplies and toys.

Saponetti Refill Depot

Zero-waste store for ecologically conscious products and home goods, soap refill and delivery service.

Bulk products are delivered in refundable mason jars, or BYOC pick-up and refill at the store. Shop organic loose-leaf teas and freshly roasted coffee beans in glass jars.
Inspired by milk truck deliveries of the 1950s, Nikki Self and Christian von Seydlitz wanted to purchase everyday items in bulk and cut down on plastic consumption and knew they were not alone. They carry an extensive selection of eco-friendly detergents, all-purpose cleaners, soaps, shampoos & conditioners, pet care, and personal care items.

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Shelter Clothing

A focused line of essentials in linen, handmade by women in Courtenay, British Columbia.

The high-quality basics are made for all body types - loose, soft and buttery tops, bottoms, dresses, homewear, and outerwear in neutral colours and earthtones. Shelter uses eco-friendly European linen that is dyed in the United States or in the studio by designer Alison Mclean.

Zen Nomad

Elegant and flattering clothes for home yoga, meditation practice and everyday comfort.

Beautifully tailored in Toronto from the finest, all-natural, eco-friendly fabrics imported from Europe.
Designer Sonja den Elzen draws on her connection with nature and a holistic lifestyle to produce mindfully made, beautifully fitting clothing that you can feel good about wearing. Shop luxurious Yoga pants in organic cotton jersey, hemp & cotton tunics, lambswool cardigan and a luxurious all-day Belgian linen kimono is a favourite.

Kathryn Bowen

Contemporary and experimental designer based in Toronto and creator of custom mesh looks popularized by Kim Kardashian.

Shop this unique collection of sheer power mesh pencil skirts, bustier dresses, cut-out bodysuits, lingerie and leggings, featuring corset seaming and raw edge finishings.
Kathryn Bowen acquired her love of fashion and sewing skills from her great-grandma and her Mom. After returning from the Royal College of Fashion in London and working with several London-based designers, she returned home and launched her brand in 2018.

Mandala Design

Modern womenswear store with a vintage vibe.

The Clothing collection is made in Toronto, and the store features Canadian-made accessories, including cotton/sateen infinity scarves, lightweight scarves, dresses in a variety of fabrics, yoga jeans, tops and bottoms.
Find unique gifts and accessories from jewellery, stationery and sassy socks to home items such as dish towels, oven mitts, candles, and Soak modern laundry care.

envelop

Design Studio & Clothing Store for women and men, designed and made in Canada.

For women, find tops, shirts, shirt dresses, cotton pocket skirts, linen pants and jersey separates in wrinkle-free fabrics. Men’s shirts are modern and made to be worn tucked or untucked. Shirt fabrics are Linen, Liberty Tana Lawn Cotton
Jim Smith designs with classic sensibility and stylish modernity, using fabric made from 100% Egyptian Cotton, printed in Europe and Japan.

dagg & stacey

Contemporary Women’s clothing and capsule children’s wear Based in Toronto.

Ethical Canadian clothing label committed to quality craftsmanship and effortless style. and femininity. Shop dresses, jumpsuits, tops, bottoms, jackets & outerwear.
Dog and Daisy is a unique line of children’s wear, such as rompers in soft cotton corduroy, ponchos and overalls in washable bamboo cotton.

Preloved

Creating unique and fashionable pieces using reclaimed vintage, fabric overruns and deadstock materials in Toronto.

Custom garments made from what you love into something one-of-a-kind for you!
Julia Grieve and her team divert textiles from the landfill by reducing fabric waste and giving your loved pieces a second life.
Shop the collection of Tops, Bottoms, Dresses, Jumpsuits, Outwear, Sets, Mitts, Scarves, and Hats from comfortable fabrics such as 100% cotton, French Terry, up-cycled wool and cotton jersey.

Kowalawear

Planet Friendly Women’s Wear Collection is available online.

Find fashion from Toronto designer Mary-Ann Kowala in natural fabrics like linen, hemp, organic cotton, bamboo and tencel, in sizes from XS to XL.
Free delivery for the Parkdale/Roncesvalles neighbourhood.
Mary-Ann and Alana carefully consider where and how items are made, including fair trade and certified production. You can also join a sewing class or workshop and shop for quality tools and seamstress supplies here.

Devlyn van Loon

Clothing line focused on streamlined silhouettes and modern essentials for women made in Toronto.

Book an appointment to visit the studio to try on or pick up orders. The collection includes dresses, tops, bottoms, jackets, and coats, corduroy, Cotton Gauze, Crinkle Cotton, eco-linen blend and organic canvas. Orders are shipped via Canada Post in plastic-free, compostable mailers. Garments are sewn in small batches using natural or dead-stock fabrics sourced from North America, Europe, and Japan.

Naked & Famous Denim

Refined design and exquisite styling of Raw Japanese Denim cut, made and sewn in Canada.

Naked & Famous Denim uses only the most unique and rare denim fabrics from the prestigious mills in Japan. No washes, no embroidery, no gimmicks. Just a modern fit in a dizzying array of styles. The Collection also includes Shirts, T-shirts, Coats, Jackets, and hoodies.
When Founder Brandon Svarc decided to create the label, he sought out the skilled craftsman in the Okayama region of Japan who could still make denim the traditional way. This knowledge and skill, combined with a passion and attention to detail, truly make Japanese craftsmen the masters of denim.

Windrush Estate Winery

International, award-winning VQA wines created by Chief Winemaker Jonathan Boyle and legendary Vintner Jim Warren.

Find Classic Chardonnay 2018 and 2019, Dry Riesling 2019, Pinot Grigio 2018, Cabernet Franc 2019, and Pinot Noir 2018.
J.C. Pennie and Marilyn Field chose the wine region of Hockley Hills, incorporating natural beauty, fine arts and wines to provide a unique experience. Windrush supports under-resourced young people through the youthLEADarts program.

Potter Settlement Artisan Winery

An award-winning lineup of small lot, premium-crafted wines.

Shop online, attend an event or visit the winery for a private tasting session. Find 19 varieties, including Pinot Noir, Pinot Noir Rosé, Pinot Gris, Marquette, Frontenac, Cabernet, Gewurtztraminer, Cordova, Ice Claret, Chardonnay and Portage.
Sandor Johnson and his extended family have been growing organic grapes at the edge of the Canadian Shield since 1999.

Heartwood Farm & Cidery

Small-batch craft ciders using ingredients from our farm and the local community.

Heartwood is a regenerative 42-acre farm raising cows, pigs, sheep, chickens, and bees, and growing apples and other fruit, maple and nut trees, maintaining healthy soil, water systems, agriculture and livestock.
Shop Wildflower Honey, Salsa, Maple Syrup and non-alcoholic and alcoholic ciders. Book a table on the patio open through the summer weekends, or book a farm stay.

Acid League

Living vinegars are raw, prebiotic, unfiltered, and fermented from fresh premium fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices produced in Canada.

All vinegars, condiments and sauces are shelf-stable, and all packaging elements are recyclable. Flavours include rare citrus, wild berry balsamic, roasted vegetable balsamic, wild mushroom, oak-aged tamari, liquid kimchi, saffron gold, Sichuan hot sauce, and extra virgin olive oil.

brio

Beverage manufacturers of traditional brio chinotto with cane sugar and citrus-flavoured sodas made in Canada, inspired by the fruits of Italy.

In 1957, nostalgic for the unique flavour extracted from a sour, bitter orange that grows on Italian and Maltese soils, used to make soft drinks back home, three Italians started importing the drinks. But soon after, in 1959, they decided to import the Chinotto extract, adding their unique touch to the drink. They continue to create vibrant flavours like blood orange, lemon-lime and “Hard Brio” with a touch of Vodka.

Greenhouse Juice Co

Organic plant-based beverages and local pantry goods delivered next-day delivery in Southern Ontario.

Delicious, organic Cold-Pressed Juices, Boosters, Cleanses, Kombuchas, Shakes, Plantmilks, and Lemonades bottled in glass are designed as an efficient way to consume large quantities of plants while keeping your immune system strong.
Emma Knight, Hana James and Anthony Green embraced the habit of drinking a big bottle of vegetables on the way to work and decided to make their own organic juice.

Barbet

Full-flavoured sparkling water.

Bringing together natural flavour combinations like blood orange, calamansi and jalapeño; pink grapefruit, ginger and juniper; cucumber, pineapple and lavender, creating unexpected and refreshing blends.
This Toronto brand was founded by sisters Katie Fielding and Andrea Grand. After Katie experienced a seizure in 2020, the search for a celebratory alternative was born.

Red Tape Brewery

Fresh craft and bespoke beers blending unique flavours and premium ingredients.

Design & brew a bespoke beer to celebrate your life’s milestones. Meet with the Brewmaster and Tasting Expert to help determine your custom beer. Visit the brewery to enjoy Vienna Lagered Ale, Dry Irish Stout, Pale Ale, Raspberry Lemonade Sour, West Coast IPA and Bourbon Red Ale.
Influenced by Inuit culture, Sarabeth and Sean Holden combined their talents during the pandemic and turned Sean’s 10-year beer-making hobby into working with clients to design and brew bespoke beers in small batches for memorable occasions.

Mill St. Brewery

Distillery, Brewhouse and Pubs with Keg Delivery for parties and special occasions.

A lively roster of small-batch beer exclusively available for enjoying at the pub. Mill St. partners with the Canada Organic Trade Association (COTA) to help farmers transition from conventional to organic farming. All certified organic pale barley malt is Canadian-grown and processed.
Beer styles include European-style Lager, Pilsner, New England IPA, Radler, Graf, Kettle Sour, Belgian Wit, Porter, Canadian Pale Ale and small batch spirits.

Steam Whistle Brewery

Canada’s #1 Premium Pilsner Craft Beer is brewed at the historic John Street Roundhouse in the heart of Toronto, using four all-natural ingredients: pure spring water, malted barley, hops and yeast for over 20 years.

Canada’s largest independent brewery was born when “Three Fired Guys”, Greg Taylor, Cam Heaps and Greg Cromwell dreamed up Steam Whistle craft brewing in the spring of 1998 on a canoe trip in Ontario’s beautiful heartland.

Bellwoods Brewery

The retail shop offers an ever-changing variety of bottles and cans at three locations in Toronto and delivers across Ontario.

This small, collaborative team brews aromatic hoppy styles, bright sours, barrel-aged one-offs, crisp lagers, fruit-forward zingers, sparkling waters, and the occasional imperial stout.

Sperri

Complete plant-based meal replacement for gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan diets with 16 grams of plant-based protein in every bottle.

Manufactured in Ontario, this beverage comes in three flavours and contains hemp protein, all essential amino acids, and is a good source of 21 vitamins/minerals.
Sperri was developed in Halifax, Nova Scotia, by Dr. Mary Lynch, along with a team of health professionals, for patients to get adequate nutrition without high amounts of sugar, milk and soy proteins.

Pluck Teas

Premium teamaker in Toronto serves hotels, workspaces and retail partners from coast to coast in Canada.

The pyramid-shaped tea bags are made from a plastic-free, certified non–GMO, corn–based material called Soilon. Shop Organic, Matcha, Superfine Latte blends, Iced tea, Caffeine-free, Spice, Chai, Mint & Florals.
Through the Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade, and certified tea farms, owner and tea sommelier, Jennifer Commins, sources teas from estates in Kenya, Japan and local ingredients from Nova Scotia, Niagara and Prince Edward County.

I Deal Coffee

Local coffee roasters with Coffee Subscription, Café and Wine Bar.

Enjoy the full complement of Coffee, Wine, and Baked Goods at the Ossington location. 100% premium Arabica beans are grown at high elevations, in biodiverse regions, without the use of pesticides by small farmers and farmer-run co-ops.

Pilot Coffee Roasters

Full-service roastery, wholesaler and café operator with multiple locations across Toronto offering direct-trade coffee from farm to cup.

Visit one of several cafés downtown for espresso drinks, seasonal single-origin coffees, baked goods made in-house, and healthy grab & go food.
Specialty green beans are sourced from small lots in Kenya, Guatemala, El Salvador and Costa Rica; owned by farmers dedicated to their craft.
Pilot provides Coffee equipment maintenance, repairs and Barista education resources to manage quality control.

propeller coffee co.

Specialty coffees from knowledgeable farmers that taste incredible.

Each coffee is unique. Growing regions, growing conditions, bean densities & moisture content all contribute different taste character to a coffee.
Co-founder Losel Tethong believes quality, commercial success and sustainability are compatible and mutually reinforcing. Propeller offers reduced rates for non-profit events and works with new cafes to help set up great coffee programs. They maintain direct trade relationships; use energy-efficient approaches, biodegradable packaging, and Bullfrog’s bio-diesel program for transportation.

J.P. Wiser’s

Traditional whisky-making in Windsor, Ontario, for over 160 years.

The catalogue includes J.P. Wiser’s Alumni Whisky Series, Lot No. 40, Pike Creek, Gooderham & Worts, Polar Ice Vodka, McGuinness Liqueur, Malibu and Lamb’s Rum.
Shop online for at-home delivery; join a whisky blending class or prebook a tour to experience the process and sample some of the award-winning whiskies.

Top Shelf Distillers

Canadian Craft Direct-to-Consumer Distillery in Perth, Ontario.

Proud creators of Vodka, Gin, Whisky, Moonshine, Creme & Dessert Liquors & Bitters. Get tickets to a curated event or purchase your own barrel.
Shop online for delivery across Canada. Popular products include Reunion Butter Tart Moonshine, Top Shelf Vodka, Top Shelf Irish Cream, and Reunion Ontario Cherry Moonshine.

Freshwater Distillery

Makers of Clearwater and Darkwater Gins. Small Craft Batch Signature Selections.

The limestone in the Georgian Bay creates water with an excellent PH for distilling the finest spirits. Inspired by the beauty of Georgian Bay, Founders Craig Wagner and Shelley Johnston use local ingredients, farmers, distributors and businesses.
Clearwater is sweet with Juniper, Chai, Hazelnut, Pinkpepper and Citrus tasting notes. Darkwater adds local organic apples, Elderflower, Angelica, and cardamom.

Dillon’s Distillers

Small batch distillery handcrafting unique Canadian spirits from locally sourced grain and the abundance of fruit in the Twenty Valley in Lincoln, Ontario.

Gary Huggins and Geoff Dillon chose this location for its proximity to incredible ingredients, such as 100% Niagara grapes dropped into baskets instead of the ground before fermentation and then distilling.
Visit the distillery store and sipping room for a unique experience. Shop Vodkas, unfiltered gin, white Whisky, Absinthe, Rye Whisky aged in Canadian Oak barrels and more.

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The Farley Group

Air-Supported Structures, domes or bubbles for soccer, field sports, tennis, golf, swimming pools, and multi-sport facilities.

This is a lower-cost alternative to traditional building, using slightly higher air pressure to support the entire structure, with fresh air constantly cycling.
Ralph Farley and his associates recognized the need for large-scale bubbles in this climate and have installed over 900 structures worldwide since 1970.

Mitrex

Integrated Solar Technology & Solar energy generating cladding, roof, siding and railing glass suitable for any building application.

These revolutionary building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) systems are frameless and homogeneous surfaces that mimic the appearance of any material or colour.
Solar Cladding is a ventilated, rainscreen system that can be applied to both new builds and retrofits with interlocking channels attached to the existing wall.

Ecobee

Home Automation Company in Toronto designs intelligent thermostats, cameras, and sensors that simplify running a modern home and automatically save energy.

Home services include Home Monitoring, Air Filters & professional installation that work with most platforms such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Apple.
Business services include scalable thermostat management, contractor training and flexible energy load management solutions.

Brampton Brick

The trusted source for Clay brick and stone masonry and landscape products, precision-engineered for durable building exteriors since 1871.

This is the most advanced brick-making facility in the world, producing over 300 million top-quality bricks per year. Products include Clay Brick, Concrete Block, Copings, Pavers, Retaining & Garden Walls, and Stone Slabs.

Durabond Products Limited

Specialized Architectural Wall Coatings, Exterior Insulation & Finish Systems (EIFS), Restoration, Protective Coatings and related Construction Products.

Coatings are specially designed to deliver permanent waterproof protection with a high-quality, aesthetic finish. Formulated as compatible components of a wall system, they seal water out, while allowing walls to “breathe”, preventing water vapour damage.

Bunkie Life

No building permit required. Small log cabin kits are delivered all over Canada and designed for the Ontario Building Code (OBC) requirements.

Made from kiln-dried Northern Spruce cut to the exact dimensions, with all the necessary hardware and can be built in a weekend with friends and family.
Bunkies require no power tools and feature high-quality softwood for durable construction, double-pane windows to let natural light and fresh air in, and a spacious main area for a queen-size bed.

NGen

Pioneering better ways to build, bringing together advanced manufacturing and technology to drive digital transformation in Canada.

Next Generation Manufacturing Canada is a network of over 4,000 members in the advanced manufacturing ecosystem, including private and public sector organizations.
This nonprofit organization provides curated skills-development courses, management training and funding solutions to build a future-proof advanced manufacturing workforce.

Scandia Canada Ltd.

Manufacturer of Patio Enclosures, Three-season Sunrooms with retractable glass and Balcony Enclosures in the Greater Toronto Area and Calgary.

This family-owned business has been designing and installing enclosure products since 2001. Patio covers are engineered to protect from heat, UV, rain and snow.

Stelpro

A family-owned business, established in Québec for more than 40 years, renowned for safety and innovative design in the electric heating industry.

Commercial and industrial products include air curtains, consoles and cabinets, convectors, heating cable systems, controls, hand dryers, furnaces and HVAC.
John Chabot founded Chalair Électrik in Drummondville, launching visionary products.

Régénération Canada

Promoting land management practices that regenerate soil health, restore biodiversity, improve water cycles, and support a healthy food system.

Bringing together farmers, landowners, scientists, agronomists, businesses, community organizations, governments, and citizens to enhance the soil ecosystem and restore its biology.

Genecis Bioindustries

Transforming organic waste into sustainable, biodegradable bioplastics.

Genecis works with businesses in the single-use plastics, auto, textile, medical tools and packaging industries to facilitate the transition to PHA and biomaterials, without sacrificing quality or profitability.

As a new UofT graduate, founder Luna Yu started with creativity and retrofitted rice cookers bought at Canadian Tire, experimenting with a biodegradable material called Polyhydroxyalkanoate, or PHA.

Bullfrog Power

Building healthier energy systems, powered by wind, water and the sun for 100% clean, green energy for your home or business.

Signing up for renewable power helps fund new green energy projects. Bullfrog sources clean, pollution-free energy from green energy facilities across Canada and provides financial support to advance new renewable energy projects, such as solar on schools and community centres and with Indigenous Peoples.

Zoo Share

Canada’s first Zoo-Biogas Plant is turning poo from the Toronto Zoo and inedible food waste into renewable power for the Ontario grid.

This not-for-profit co-operative is generating renewable power, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and returning nutrients to the soil. Nearly 60% of food produced in Canada is rotting in landfills and creating methane gas.
Instead of letting these greenhouse gases escape, this biogas is captured and stored until it can be used as a cooking fuel, to power vehicles, and to produce electricity.

Slowing

A Minimal and mindful essential basics and feel-good collection portraying the beauty of slow living.

Find Loungewear, Sleepwear, and objects for mental and physical relaxation, including Yoga accessories, candles, sleep masks and eye pillows.
Shop in-store at Canadian retailer, Simons.

Coal Miner’s Daughter

In-store shopping for Women’s clothing, jewellery from No less than 80% Canadian designers and brands, and other places too.

Owners Janine Haller and Krysten Caddy named their boutique in honour of Krysten’s great-grandmother, Rosilla. Janine’s own clothing designs, Haller is a limited-run, hand-made line, featuring easygoing shapes that feel great on.
A portion of profits is donated to Black, Indigenous communities and marginalized peoples in our community.

Hoi Bo

A truly sustainable brand offering a unique balance of beauty, design, craft, and functionality, made from soft, strong, OEKO-TEX-certified fabrics.

Visit the Flagship Store and Community Space in Toronto’s Distillery District. This is a hub for fellow textile and design lovers. Find handcrafted tops, bottoms, dresses, jackets, bags, clutches, pouches, wallets and jewellery.

Raised By Wolves

Domestically-made streetwear staples with signature edgy graphics, bold sweaters, and comfy jackets.

Ottawa designer Cal Green creates a technical collection of Headwear, Outerwear, Footwear, Scents and accessories made for the Canadian climate.
Having fostered an acute sense of community, Raised by Wolves collaborates with local and international artists, musicians, photographers, brands, charities and non-profits.

OKAYOK

Simple modern clothing and accessories for everyone.

A made in Toronto collection of cotton basics based on comfort and ease, colourful, handmade textile prints and playful graphics; made in small batches.
All design and pattern making is done in-house. Brand designer Adrienne Butikofer strives to make the best garments with materials and manufacturers in Scarborough and Montreal.

Province of Canada

Made in Canada line of casual clothing for adults and kids, and home goods.

In 1841, two colonies - Upper Canada (Ontario) and Lower Canada (Québec) - merged to form the United Province of Canada.
Julie grew up in a small Québec town, and Jeremy in southern Ontario. Launched in 2014, their brand pays homage to their journey and a time when everyday items were made locally, and quality was valued. They create custom products for gyms, breweries, summer camps, and start-ups.

Helene Clarkson Design

Reversible, versatile and stylish clothing for the female urban traveller.

Functional clothing in wrinkle-resistant fabrics and multi-purpose designs, made from Merino Wool/Polyester/Nylon combinations and machine washable. Keeping production local means working closely with skilled artisans, ensuring exceptional craftsmanship at every stage.

Tonia DeBellis

Canadian-made Women’s Active Lifestyle collection for travel or work in custom-knit fabrics and designs.

Designer Tonia DeBellis wants "to make women of all shapes and sizes look beautiful, feel beautiful and add a touch of drama to everyday life.”
The Signature Collection includes Hoodies, Ski Skirts, Coats & Jackets, seamless undergarments, leggings and summer cover-ups.

Jerico

Premium unbranded apparel and Private Label for your own collection or team.

Blank garments in contemporary casual styles and updated fits, produced in minimum quantities, in custom colours and detailing, using premium Fleece, Organic Cotton, Recycled Polyester, and Bamboo. Founded in 1987 by two sisters and two brothers, with a commitment to manufacturing in Canada and partnering with local businesses throughout the supply chain.

roopa knitting mills

Manufacturer of technical and eco-friendly fabrics, high-quality novelty and textured knits and the best Canadian fleece available.

After over 20 years in the garment and textile industry, Nat Thakkar founded his own knitting mill in Montreal in 1991 and in Brampton in 2001.
The in-house production team offers custom knits, dyed fabrics, pattern making, accessories sourcing, expert cutting, sewing and garment finishing.

Free Label

Shop everyday women’s clothing, knitwear, intimates in organic and sustainable fibres such as lyocell, Supima cotton, linen and bamboo.

Fabrics are custom-milled locally in Toronto for softness, durability, and quality.
For owner and Toronto-born Jess, social justice is an important value, and this is reflected in the diverse styles and garment fit with Sizes ranging from XS to 4X.

VC Ultimate

Custom uniforms and sport-specific apparel for athletes, teams and organizations since 1998.

Manufactured in Canada from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic, fabrics are performance-driven and rated UPF50.
Order in bulk or shop for in-stock uniforms and sports such as Ultimate, Disc Golf, Quidditch, Curling, Cycling, Volleyball and Hockey.

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Upper Canada Cheese Company

Artisan award-winning whole food, farm-to-table Cheese Makers.

Each day, fresh, pure Guernsey A2 cows’ milk and goats’ milk are transformed into cheeses of unique taste and texture, revealing a subtle range of flavours influenced by the seasons, forage and feed.
The cheeses are ideally aged in cellars until they are ready for retai with a minimum of food processing intervention to produce the purest cheeses possible.

Kozlik’s Canadian Mustard

36 varieties of mustard crafted from 100% Canadian mustard seed in small batches since 1948.

family-owned and operated. The recipe and process have not changed; sourcing the finest quality natural ingredients to make the best-tasting mustards that are non-GMO, gluten-free, and contain absolutely no additives or preservatives.

Yoso

Plant-based and gluten-free, yogurts, dips and cultured coconut yogurt in unsweetened plain, chocolate, vanilla, lemon or mango.

Their grand­fa­ther, Dr. K.S. Lo, was the first to commercialize soy milk in the 1940’s in Hong Kong. Broth­ers Erik Lo and Francis Lo continue the tradition of creating the best-tasting dairy-free products, starting with southwestern Ontario's soybeans.
Delivering to customers within 100 km of Cambridge, from Toronto to Waterloo.

AlbaLisa

Ontario-made handcrafted Organic Corn and Wheat Flour Tortillas, artisanal Organic Tortilla chips made from fresh corn tortillas, and fresh salsas.

Mexican-born founder, Alba Lisa, inherited the passion and art of authentic Mexican cooking from her father. Now Alba and her team operate a wholesale-retail tortilla factory in Alliston, Ontario.

Provisions Food Company

Small-batch Specialty fruit jams, condiments, shortbreads, and seasonings using ingredients from local farms, orchards and vineyards, wherever possible.

Flavours include Apricot Icewine, Blueberry Lavender, Cherry Berry, Bumbleberry Caesar Tomato Jam, Cherry Merlot Wine Jam, and French Onion Jam.
Founder, Lori McDonald and her team also develop private-label & co-packing products for food companies and events.

MadeGood

Packaged baked snacks made with organic ingredients, whole grains, and veggies.

Allergy-friendly, minimally processed, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO and free from common allergens. Flavours include Sweet Cinnamon, Chocolate Chip, Double Chocolate, Vanilla, Cheddar, Sea Salt and Pizza; Vanilla Drizzled Granola Bars.

Eatable Foods

Booze-infused popcorn snacks.

Indulgent gourmet popcorn infused with the flavours of classic wines, spirits and cocktails. As health-conscious foodies, Charlene and Vince made it their mission to find the perfect clean and flavourful snack to pair with food and drink.

Dimpflmeier Bakery

Traditional German-style freshly baked breads & pastries made with spring water.

Enjoy authentic European treats at the café in Etobicoke. From pretzels to pastries and cakes made fresh daily. Orders ship out on Tuesdays every week.
German bread master, Alfons Dimpflmeier, brought his skills and century-old recipes to Canada in 1957, creating rye breads baked in an authentic stone oven.

The Pie Commission

Scrumptious British-style meat pies, sides and desserts for dine-in, take-out and local delivery of unbaked, frozen pies.

After living in the UK and Australia, High school buddies Patrick and Mike got busy making and eating hundreds of pies before perfecting their delicious savoury and sweet creations. Catering and wholesale are available to grocers and restaurants.

Grocers and Caterers

Pasta Forever

Delivering an array of pasta and companion dishes for catering and events across Toronto.

Jess Maiorano grew up rolling cavatelli and gnocchi with her Nonna daily, with her wooden board on their small kitchen table. She serves Herb and ricotta, tagliatelle, pappardelle, pici, capunti, cavatelli, bolognese, marinated olives and more.

Dish Cooking Studio

Culinary School, To-Go Meals and fully licensed for private or corporate events.

Shop online for home delivery of prepared meals, baked goods, kitchen tools and pantry essentials. Pick up dinner at the store or have your entire meal delivered.
Cooking classes and entertaining experiences perfect for special occasions.

Sanagan’s Meat Locker

A full-service butcher shop for quality meat and poultry from small Ontario Farms, roasts, charcuterie, and delicious prepared foods.

Peter Sanagan and his team believe that our dynamic climate, rich farmland, and diverse farming techniques produce healthy, flavourful animals.
Find all the staples available in European butcher shops, such as Pâté, Head Cheese, Confit, Duck Rillettes, Black Pudding, Smoked Liverwurst and Mortadella.

Mama Earth Organics

Subscription Grocery Delivery Service for fresh organic produce and artisanal food items from the farm to your home.

The selection includes chef-made meals and sustainable seafood, to everyday items like bread, dairy and eggs, making it easy to eat well and shop at home.
Meals are made in small batches by over 60 local farmers & 50 top food artisans using locally grown produce.

100km Foods

Wholesale Food Distributor connecting local farmers to urban markets for farm-fresh food at local restaurants, hotels, and retailers.

Co-founders Grace Mandarano and Paul Sawtell built 100 km Foods to connect people through clean, fair food, knowing where it comes from and how it is grown. Find local fruits and vegetables, cheeses, dairy, dry goods, fish, and cured meats.

Karma Co-op

Bring your own containers to shop for bulk, local and ethically-sourced groceries available year-round with plant-rich diet options.

This cooperative grocery store carries over 400 bulk items, organic produce fresh from dozens of Ontario farms, health supplements and eco-friendly goods in a “one-stop” shopping environment near Bloor and Bathurst.

The Big Carrot

Wholistic Dispensary and Worker-owned natural food market for Local, Organic, Non-GMO & Sustainable Food Systems since 1983.

One-stop shop offering produce, grocery, bulk, body care and holistic choices, including daily healthy dishes and juices.
Nutritionists are on-site for general questions, and you can book an appointment for a one-on-one tour or workshop for your school, group or organization.

Good Rebel Vegan Grocer

Open daily for online and in-person shopping with Canada-wide shipping and same-day delivery in the GTA!.

Offering multi-case wholesale discounts on almost every item in the shop, available to customers ordering multiple cases of an item at one time.

Unboxed Market

In-store shopping and delivery of daily groceries, locally-sourced food, bulk goods, and home care products, minimizing single-use packaging.

Just weigh and fill your empty containers and pay for your stuff.
Michelle and Luis were both raised in rural communities and instinctively appreciate the value of our food and where it comes from.

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Natural Skincare Line and Holistic Toronto Spa

Holistic skincare made from concentrated plant-based formulas that benefit even the most sensitive complexions.

In pursuit of healing her own eczema, Founder, Julie Clark, turned to Aromatherapy, Holistic Health, Herbal Medicine and local producers of natural ingredients such as maple syrup, organic seaweed, sunflower oil, beeswax, lentil flour, raspberry oil and glacial clay.

Buck Naked Soap Company

A full line of all-natural, vegan, handcrafted bath, body and beauty products.

Founders Rina and John needed a natural alternative to traditional baby products to soothe their baby Elias’s irritated skin. Shop bath accessories, soaps, baby care, bath bombs & scrubs, bath melts, coconut wax candles; face, hair & lip care, lotions & butters, salt soaks & milk baths.

Da lish Cosmetics

Vegan and sustainably sourced makeup collection safe for people, animals & the planet

Struggling with horrible acne, Founder Melanie Cruickshank studied Plant & Botanical-based Chemistry to create toxic-free products from locally sourced, natural, organic and non-GMO ingredients, using recyclable packaging.

Eauné

Natural Skincare Studio in Toronto

Products are naturally rich in antioxidants, moisturizers, nutritious certified organic oils, and vitamins.
Eauné’s philosophy is to reduce the use of toxic elements from our everyday life by formulating products without synthetic ingredients and using only recyclable, high-quality packaging.

Really Great Goods

Pure, simple body sprays and home cleaners made with natural ingredients in small batches in Toronto.

Shop Lavender & Amethyst Face Mist, Pit Paste made with Jojoba Oil, Coconut Oil, Baking Soda & Arrowroot Powder, Room & Body Mist with Cedarwood & Fir Needle, Neroli & Clear Quartz Face Mist, Rose & Rose Quartz Face Mist, Epsom Salts and Yoga Mat Spray with Lavender, Lemongrass & Lime Oil and more.

Attitude

Natural, eco-friendly household cleaners and personal care products, designed and developed in Canada.

Environmental Working Group (EWG) verified with naturally derived ingredients using cardboard packaging, eco-refills, aluminum bottles, and solid bar formats. Kids’ and baby products are especially formulated with their delicate skin in mind.

The extensive line includes Oceanly® skincare and hybrid makeup, body and hair care collection, home cleaning products, Baby Leaves® personal care to household products, Sunly® sunscreens, lip balms, and after-sun care.

matter company

Holistic Plant-based skincare incorporates a host of powerful herb extracts, such as comfrey, juniper and calendula.

Inspired by a profound interest in the natural world, Denise Williams learned firsthand about growing, harvesting and wild-crafting herbs and plants.
Her kitchen experiments lead to skin-soothing formulas using all-natural ingredients such as shea butter, plant and herb extracts, with aromatic essential oils and no added chemicals.

F. Miller

A collection of botanical skincare essentials created from nutrient-dense ingredients and meticulously formulated for daily use.

Fran Miller worked alongside a cosmetic chemist to create a simple roster of select, luxurious staples for Face, Hair & Body, hand-blended in small batches to maintain freshness and efficacy.

Graydon Skincare

Skincare formulated with clinically-proven superfood ingredients.

From her home production lab in Mississauga, Graydon Moffat turned her obsession with the therapeutic benefits of superfoods into formulating skincare products from plant-based and active ingredients, including botanical retinol, collagen, peptides, vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, probiotics, niacinamide and gemstone crystals.

Crown Shaving Co.

Sulphate and paraben-free grooming products crafted with the finest ingredients, not tested on animals, and no animal by-products used.

Shop After Shave Tonic, Farzad’s Tobacco After Shave lotion and pre-shave formulas with Shea butter and Neem oil. Beard care contains vitamin E and olive oil. Stocked at some of the world’s best barbershops, the line also includes fragrances and complete hair & body care.
Dino Caracciolo's sensitive skin and negative reaction to commonly used Barbershop products sparked his search for healthier alternatives. He went to work testing & concocting his own shave creams with premium ingredients he’d sourced himself and continues to work on new formulations alongside his senior chemist.

Upfront Cosmetics

Nutrient-rich shampoo, conditioning bars and hair masks. Handmade in Nackawic, New Brunswick.

As a new mother, Alicia searched for practical, safe products, free of unnecessary waste. Plastic-free Shampoo & Conditioning Bars replace up to 3 bottles of packaged alternatives and are always shipped in compostable mailers when you order online. Over 20 shampoos and 14 conditioning bars cover a wide range of haircare needs from normal, sensitive scalp, blonde toner, to oily and dry.

Urban Spa

Natural haircare, spa products and accessories.

Nourishing formula shampoos, conditioners, exfoliating and pampering treatments, using 92% less plastic packaging than drugstore brands.

Jennifer Lewis is on a journey to build a brand that protects human health and the ecosystem. Liquid shampoos, conditioners, and treatments are biodegradable, vegan, and safe formulations.

Wildcraft

100% Natural Skincare Handcrafted in Canada.

Indigenous Founder Laura Whitaker grew up in rural Ontario and, after moving to Toronto, embarked on this journey to bring natural wellness to everyday through affordable, consciously crafted, and plant-powered skincare products.

Nisim® International

Specialty Hair Care and Styling Products.

Made with natural, herbal-based key ingredients produced using a proprietary extraction method developed after over 20 years of research on problem skin and scalp.
Nisim NewHair Biofactors Shampoos control excessive hair loss, and extracts re-grow hair.

Well.ca

Health, wellness, baby and beauty products and pharmacy for online shopping and delivery of a broad selection of popular local brands.

The Pharmacy offers free prescription delivery and management online. You can also connect with wellness professionals online, such as a naturopathic doctor and registered dietitians.

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