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.
Trevor Dawkins, artist and owner of Culture Fresh, is now able to sell his art pieces and new clothing line online with his Shopify eCommerce store.
Sara Reynolds
September 02, 2020
Toronto-based artist creates something new out of something old. Ange Beever’s love of art is now showcased in her latest business endeavour, BVR ART, an eCommerce website dedicated to her absurdist-style creations.
Ali Zafar
September 02, 2020
Artfitted is an art-inspired business that draws inspiration from the original artworks of graphic fine-artist Ato Seitu, a trailblazer and a community activist within the Toronto Arts community since the 1970s. They are not able to sell online.
Kristina Adel
August 28, 2020
Safedesign Apparel Ltd. are now equipped with an all-in-one eCommerce website, and are ready to distribute PPE and stationwear to firefighters across Canada and the globe.
Madeleine Cruickshank
August 24, 2020
Entrepreneurship runs in the family for Jewelust owner Amanda Henderson, and now thanks to ShopHERE Powered By Google her local business can reach new heights with an eCommerce website on Shopify.
Dominik Skrzypek
August 21, 2020
Julie and Michael call their approach “BYOD”- Bring Your Own Diamonds, as clients can easily curb-side drop-off their old jewellery pieces to a downtown Toronto location, and can purchase their desired new piece right from their e-commerce website.
Kristina Adel
August 18, 2020
Owner Jackie was eager to start selling her popsicles directly from her kitchen, and with her new Shopify store that's exactly what she's doing. Enjoy a curb-side lolly today!
Alexandra Jones
August 11, 2020
Shawn and Michael offer full-service floral decor for corporate events, weddings, birthdays and other celebrations. They're excited to be able to offer this unique experience on their new eCommerce website!
Kristina Adel
August 11, 2020
Ceren Korsal brings unique jewellery and gifts to Canadian shoppers from Turkish artists, based in Turkey and Toronto. Now you can experience Turkish heritage from the comfort of your home with their new Shopify store.
Kristina Adel
August 10, 2020
