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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.

A Mother Who Found a Way to Heal Her Daughter's Birth Defect and Create a New Business

With the help of Digital Main Street’s ShopHERE powered by Google program, Mary was able to get her business online and work towards her dream of helping millions of others with skin challenges.

by Sukhvir Shergill January 25, 2023
Kaori Tavares – Turning a Passion for Japanese Art into a Successful Business

A lifelong lover of the arts and a passionate creator, Kaori Tavares is the owner of a Japanese accessories shop in Toronto that sells handcrafted traditional items and worked with an eCommerce Coordinator through a digital transformation.

by Mary Vismaya January 18, 2023
From Canvases to Clicks: The Studio Art Gallery’s Digital Journey

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.

by Ayesha Asif January 17, 2023
Bluewater Flower Farm: A Unique and Immersive Experience in Haldimand County Goes Online

Jessica Carpio is the owner, grower, and florist of a small flower farm at Selkirk, Ontario in Haldimand County. With the ShopHERE program, she officially built a new website while managing a full-time job and running the business.

by Mary Vismaya January 09, 2023
A Digital Hop Across the Pond

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. 

by Livia Sente December 28, 2022
A Digital Spark to Your Leadership Journey - Light Your Leadership Inc.

Lisa Anna Palmer founded Light Your Leadership Inc. which specializes in delivering keynotes, coaching, mentoring, and training programs to empower people of all ages, levels backgrounds to elevate and scale their leadership.

by Dominique Carlos December 21, 2022
Sharing Treats With Those You Love: Now Order Online

When owner Elisa decided it was time to build their online presence they reached out for help from the ShopHERE program and have now officially launched a website so they can focus on fulfilling orders for their fantastic treats!

by Michelle Foster December 19, 2022
From Corporate To Creative: A Digital Transformation Success Story

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.

by Livia Sente December 14, 2022
A Gallery Director Turned Pattern Maker Goes Online with Print on Demand

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.

by Somera Muzaffar November 28, 2022

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