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.
Quirky Hippie Decor is a Toronto-based business offering a collection of decor items that embody free-spirited living, from vibrant mugs to intricate stickers. Owner, Ashwini Vasudevan, wholeheartedly recommends the transformative ShopHERE program.
Ruth Ray
July 19, 2023
Aly Gulamhusein is the owner and artist of SANA Stationery & Gifts, selling a unique collection of handcrafted products in Toronto, Ontario. Through the ShopHERE program, he embarked on his e-Commerce journey and reached new heights.
Licole Woo
July 12, 2023
Owner of Chez Sylvie Naturals, Sylvia Langley, developed natural, simple skincare products. Sylvia knew that to bring awareness to her product she needed to build an online presence – this is where the ShopHERE powered by Google program came in.
Amal Khurram
July 05, 2023
LastCast is a proud Canadian-owned fishing apparel company.Owner's Kelley and Chad had no experience with eCommerce but with the help of the ShopHERE Program they have launched a new website that they feel is going to help them expand their business!
Michelle Foster
June 29, 2023
Gaye Boston launched an online space for their advocacy work and business with help from the ShopHERE powered by Google program. She credits the program for making it possible to expand the business in ways they never thought possible. .
Joelle Awad
June 28, 2023
Meet Taylor Emerson, owner of Niagara-based craft winery, Black Bank Hill. Thanks to the ShopHERE program, Taylor created an online store to showcase their wines and is now thriving in the digital landscape and connecting with customers.
Pratham Jamwal
June 07, 2023
Devin Patel turned to the ShopHERE powered by Google program to venture into the digital world for their small business, Friendly.eco. This Unionville, Ontario business specializes in eco-friendly wooden cutlery and other kitchenware products.
Akashjot Basanti
May 31, 2023
Pomp & Sass is an Ontario based social enterprise offering an exclusive line of luxury woven towels. Pomp & Sass towels are ethically made, sustainable and they donate a portion of their profits to the Canadian Women’s Foundation.
Michelle Foster
September 07, 2022
Giysi is a women’s modest wear online store owned by Umair Usmani. The business’ aim is to make modesty accessible by creating the biggest online platform for modest wear clothing in North America.
Digital Main Street
June 29, 2022
