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.
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.
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.
Meet Kristy Schippel, a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in Toronto, Ontario, who is living her entrepreneurial dream with her own massage therapy practice.
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!
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. .
Amanda Dass created Scarborough-based business, Movement, Meditation and Mindset which seeks to share the benefits of yoga. With the ShopHERE powered by Google Program they built their website, helping to connect them to an online audience.
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.
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.