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.
Ottawa Valley Grain Products (OVGP) has taken over 90 years to perfect their flour milling technology, and hold their flour products to the highest standard. With a new online store, OVGP is ready to reach bakers all across Canada.
Gloria Gao
June 09, 2021
Passiflora launched their new online store just in time for Mothers Day, selling out completely. Adding another dimension to their store allowed for more business and exposure online.
Ekua Sekyere
June 08, 2021
SoRoyal Skincare Line, a skincare brand that offers luxurious beauty products at an affordable price, now has an online store thanks to ShopHERE. Owner Natasha is thrilled to share her organic products with even more Scrub Queens.
Gloria Gao
June 07, 2021
Monique Neumann, took the COVID-19 lockdown as an opportunity to pursue a long-lasting dream – to start her own art business. Monique designs her own product molds and then crafts her pieces with unique items from her local beach.
Jenny Mai
June 01, 2021
Simple Roots Candle Co. recently launched their new Square online store. They had 8 orders within the first ten minutes of her website being live, and 24 hours later she completely sold out! Owner Cass is excited for to launch her small business.
Brigette Aguilar
May 04, 2021
Sony Johny, creator and artist behind Sony’s Studio, shares her skills as both an illustrator and calligrapher with people around the world using her new Shopify store.
Julia Over
May 03, 2021
From a young age Robin had been interested in jewelry, and began creating her own at age 15. After spending 18 years in the U.K., she moved back to Toronto and embarked on a professional artistic path inspired by her three primary interests...
Ekua Sekyere
April 30, 2021
Jeff Jenkins, the craftsman behind Beck + Adele has always been passionate about music and audio. He now has an online store where he can share his woodworking and speakers with his customers both in Ottawa and beyond.
Brigette Aguilar
April 29, 2021
Founder of Toronto brand May Vera repurposes designer buttons, charms, and pulls into minimalist everyday jewelry. With a new online store she was able to reach a wider audience than ever before, and sells out in just one weekend.
Justine Riley
April 23, 2021
