Success Stories
Amidst a growing call for digital transformation accelerated by the COVID-19 crisis, the ShopHERE program supported businesses and artists across Canada with their very own online stores. Find some of our graduate success stories below and see how we help participants succeed online.
This Gwillimbury-based farm provides wholesome produce and artisanal goods, while promoting sustainability. Co-owner of Creation Farms says the ShopHERE powered by Google program gave a “boost” that they needed to bring their business online.
Ruth Ray
June 06, 2023
If a picture’s worth a thousand words, then Group of Seven- and Monet-inspired artist Robert Alan Lariviere’s collection of contemporary fine art spares no detail in conveying the beauty of Canadian landscapes, rural scenes, and wildlife.
Livia Sente
April 05, 2023
Shane Harideen, otherwise known as Spade, is a Hip-Hop artist, producer, video director, videographer, and clothing line owner from the GTA. He is the founder of his own Music Company, KNWLDG, in which he releases all of his music exclusively.
Tom Vigonich
March 22, 2023
The Studio Art Gallery, owned by Pamela Smith, is a vibrant community art gallery located in the heart of Dresden, Ontario. Since getting online with ShopHERE, they are better able to connect their community through art and culture.
Ayesha Asif
January 17, 2023
For some, the journey to turning their passion into a thriving career can be challenging at best. For England native Kate of Kate Golding, this journey was made easier through free eCommerce support like the ShopHERE powered by Google program.
Livia Sente
December 28, 2022
Easy, fun, and rewarding. If Leanne of Leanne Grammenz Graphic Design in Toronto, Ontario had to choose three words to describe her experience in the ShopHERE powered by Google program, these would be her top picks.
Livia Sente
December 14, 2022
5ive-On Designs has only been in business since 2020, originally creating prints for masks and clothing, but owner Patti recognized that in order to expand her market she needed to create an eCommerce store.
Somera Muzaffar
November 28, 2022
Bruce and Janice Dynes are the owners of The Clay Trade, an artisanal pottery shop featuring the work of several locals, in Medicine Hat, Alberta.
Vennessa Cook
October 05, 2022
Angela Doll is the creator behind Angela Doll Graphic Design & Custom Creations, based in Wingham, Ontario. She was looking to set up an online store but found it difficult and confusing on her own.
Ariane Ignacio
September 28, 2022
