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Homegrown Business: Ivanhoe of Spartacus Books

May 29, 2023 Sabrina Greggain-Lord

Spartacus Books is a volunteer-run bookstore. They have created a system of values that encourage the sharing of knowledge, information and services; such as free internet access and computers to marginalized communities and novel enthusiasts […]

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Homegrown Business: Rochelle Minagawa of MotherLove Ferments

May 22, 2023 Jorge Giorno

MotherLove Ferments is a Kelowna-based business that is dedicated to creating healthy and tasty ferments. We had a great talk with Founder Rochelle to learn more about their story. What is your business called and […]

Kasandy
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Homegrown Business: Jackee Kasandy of Kasandy

May 15, 2023 Jorge Giorno

Kasandy is a fair trade store where you can find products made by artisans in Kenya and East Africa. We had a great talk with Jackee Kasandy, Founder and CEO, to learn more about their […]

Plush Floral Studio
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Homegrown Business: Mandy Karpoff of Plush Floral Studio

May 8, 2023 Jorge Giorno

Located in the heart of North Burnaby Heights, Plush Floral Studio expresses art and emotion through floral designs. We spoke to Mandy Karpoff, Owner of Plush Floral Studio, to learn more about what they do. […]

Kali Works
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Homegrown Business: Alex Dingiria of Kali Works

May 1, 2023 Sabrina Greggain-Lord

Kali Works is a Pan-African fashion brand that centres on creating stunning and unique pieces utilizing African design and culture. We spoke to Alex Dingiria, Co-founder and Conceptualist of Kali Works to learn more. What […]

Lita's
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Homegrown Business: Jackie Thomas of Lita’s Mexican Foods

April 24, 2023 Jorge Giorno

Lita’s Mexican Foods offers an authentic taste of Mexico. From Vancouver to stores all across Canada, they have been representing México’s cuisine and culture with high-quality products for more than 7 years. We had a […]

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Homegrown Business: Jeff Martin, Owner of Vancity Original Brand

April 17, 2023 Demian Vernieri

The Vancity Original Brand is a premiere all-city men’s and women’s streetwear brand for all ages. Recently, we spoke with Owner Jeff Martin to learn more about what they do. What is your business called […]

Q&A DogTraining
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Homegrown Business: Masina Rose Kakese, Founder of Q&A DogTraining

April 10, 2023 Sabrina Greggain-Lord

Q&A DogTraining is a female-owned dog training company that focuses on helping owners build a strong relationship with their dogs while utilizing humane and force-free methods. We spoke with Masina Rose Kakese, owner of Q&A […]

Proud Zebra
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Homegrown Business: Jimmy Cheang, Marketing Manager of Proud Zebra

April 3, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Proud Zebra creates unique embellishments and accessories designed to empower the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. We spoke with Marketing Manager Jimmy Cheang to find out more about them. What is your business called and what does it […]

Her Royal Hair Studio
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Homegrown Business: Her Royal Hair Studio

March 27, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Her Royal Hair Studio provides exclusive celebrity style hair braiding, hair extension and wig services to women of all backgrounds and hair types. We had the chance to catch up with Shayla, the master hairstylist […]

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