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.
Gingerberry Quilts is a small online quilting shop focused on sustainability. Jody Groenendyk set up her business to share her creativity and passion for quilting with others. To bring the business online, Jody signed up for the ShopHERE program.
Digital Main Street
April 13, 2022
Luisana M. Suarez and Rafael Osorio are the owners and operators of Oakville Balloons based in Oakville, Ontario. Founded in the middle of a worldwide pandemic, Luisana and Rafael started their online store with the help of the ShopHERE program.
Digital Main Street
March 14, 2022
Kalon Ceramics is an innovative female-owned Canadian business specializing in handmade and unique pottery pieces. The Toronto-based ceramics business has been able to reach their customers online with the help of ShopHERE.
Digital Main Street
February 28, 2022
Cynthia Rogers is the owner of 8 Cool Cats Jewelry Shop based out of Oakwood, Ontario. After being scammed on social media, she took the plunge to start her own legitimate online jewelry business that gives back to animal sanctuaries she loves.
Digital Main Street
February 22, 2022
Owner of Miiken Handcrafted, Erin Del Col creates handmade beaded jewellery in Windsor, Ontario. With the help of ShopHERE, Erin was able to transform her love for beading into her livelihood by successfully launching her online store.
Meena Kanthi
February 03, 2022
Susan Bishop is the owner of Pneumacity Inc based out of Thunder Bay. Pneumacity Inc is the parent to LAAT Living, an eCommerce website started with the help of ShopHERE, which sells sustainable clothing, decor, and home accessories.
Digital Main Street
January 26, 2022
Kristen Butryn is a crafter who finds joy in buying craft supplies, and is enthusiastic about adding some sparkle to life. She took advantage of the ShopHERE Program to launch her business Chunky Glitter Company online.
Digital Main Street
January 17, 2022
Laila Ghattas is a Toronto-based designer creating clothing for mature women to transform their self-image and nurture confidence in comfort. With the help of ShopHERE, Laila was able to pivot from event-driven sales to increase her eCommerce.
Digital Main Street
January 10, 2022
Christine Jemyn is a Toronto-based artist who is passionate about expressing the miracle of nature and bringing joy and bright colours to people’s homes. After cancelled exhibitions, she turned to ShopHERE to help her build an online presence.
Digital Main Street
December 20, 2021
