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Homegrown Business: Nicole Ling, owner of Nima Apparel

March 20, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Nima Apparel is a Vancouver business that designs and produces scrubs for healthcare workers. Recently we spoke with owner Nicole Ling to learn more about what they do. What is your business called and what […]

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Homegrown Business: Laura Wong-Thompson, Founder of RSVPlist

March 13, 2023 Danica Jacobs

The RSVPlist is a social club for people in Vancouver to make new friends and enjoy the city together. We spoke with Founder Laura Wong-Thompson to learn more about what they do. What is your […]

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Homegrown Business: Matteo Stefan, Founder of Activvis Athletics

March 6, 2023 Naïka Toussaint

The fashion industry causes major environmental harm to our planet every year. We spoke to Matteo Stefan, the founder of local eco-conscious activewear brand Activvis athletics, to find out more about how they aim to […]

Jada Cianne Artistry
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Homegrown Business: Jada Cianne Arriola, CEO and Owner of Jada Cianne Artistry

February 27, 2023 Naïka Toussaint

Jada Cianne Arriola, a professional makeup artist to the stars, used her expertise to start a Vancouver-based beauty brand; Jada Cianne Artistry. It is a cruelty-free and vegan brand that aims to highlight a person’s […]

Better Basics
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Homegrown Business: Samantha Rayner, Co-Founder and CEO of Better Basics

February 20, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Better Basics is a company that creates sustainable personal care and cleaning products. Their refillable products aim to reduce plastic waste in our homes. We spoke with Samantha Rayner, Co-Founder and CEO, to find out […]

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Homegrown Business: Jill Samycia, Founder of Sing With Jill

February 13, 2023 Naïka Toussaint

Sing With Jill is a Vancouver-based vocal studio that aims to help you find your voice; Therapy through music one could call it. Jill works with singers of all levels. Her personal approach to vocal […]

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Homegrown Business: Crystal Lau, Founder and Curator of Vancouver Vending Co.

February 6, 2023 Naïka Toussaint

Vancouver Vending Co. is a new local business that makes buying local art accessible and affordable, whilst highlighting local and up-and-coming artists. We spoke to Crystal Lau, Founder and Curator of Vancouver Vending Co., in […]

Lover’s Tempo
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Homegrown Business: Elaine Kim Smith & Leslie Hoolaeff of Lover’s Tempo

January 30, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Lover’s Tempo is a Vancouver jewelry company with pieces that are available at accessible prices for every occasion. We spoke with founders Elaine Kim Smith & Leslie Hoolaeff to find out more about them. What […]

Winterluxe Recycled Cashmere
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Homegrown Business: Janna Hurtzig of Winterluxe Recycled Cashmere

January 23, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Winterluxe Recycled Cashmere reimagines used cashmere and other luxury textiles into winter accessories. We spoke with Janna Hurtzig, the designer and maker behind the brand, to find out more about them. What is your business […]

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Homegrown Business: Dan Mangan, Co-founder of Side Door

January 16, 2023 Demian Vernieri

Side Door is a marketplace for the arts, where artists and hosts connect directly in-app and build shows together in alternative spaces, such as living rooms, backyards, warehouses and bookstores. We spoke with Dan Mangan, […]

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