Success Stories

Amidst a growing call for digital transformation accelerated by the COVID-19 crisis, the ShopHERE program has supported businesses and artists across Ontario with their very own online stores. Find some of our graduate success stories below and see how we help participants succeed online. Learn more about the program here.

Supplying Alchemists and Artificers: Emporium Vitreum

Caroline Andrews decided that it was time to give her business, Emporium Vitreum Enamel Supply, a fresh start. The ShopHERE powered by Google program was able to provide expert support to take the e-Commerce business to the next level.

by Jake Nigh December 07, 2023
In Conversation with Marlene Ursabia: Flemingdon Park Holding Inc.’s Leader in Technologically Transformed Transcription

Toronto, Ontario’s Marlene Ursabia created Flemingdon Park Holdings Inc. to bring equitable, honest and transparent transcription work to the public. To establish their online presence, they turned to the ShopHERE powered by Google Program.  

by Amal Khurram November 08, 2023
Keeping Generational Bonds: Rubena Royal’s Digital Transformation

Honouring his mother’s memory, Matthew Gonzalez embedded her knowledge in a brand that would elevate the experience of personal care – Rubena Royal. Gonzalez turned to ShopHERE powered Google to establish an online presence.

by Amal Khurram October 11, 2023
Sharing the Power of Kemetic Wellness: FreQueency Healing’s Journey to Digital Transformation

Victoria Grant, after finding health and healing through Kemetic wellness, accomplished the goal of sharing healing through energy work. Victoria brings Toronto-based FreQueency Healing to the public by with a ShopHERE-built website.

by Amal Khurram August 30, 2023
Pink Maison Meno Spa’ Transformative Journey with ShopHERE

Mariella Comparelli, owner of Toronto-based Pink Maison Meno Spa showcases their business with a new website. The ShopHERE powered by the Google program made the website creation process seamless by supporting with the task of going digital.

by Shanzey Imran August 16, 2023
Embracing the Virtual Dream: Revealing Quirky Hippie Decor for the Online Bohemian

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.

by Ruth Ray July 19, 2023
Crafting Success: SANA Stationery & Gifts’ Digital Transformation

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.

by Licole Woo July 12, 2023
Becoming Your Own Boss: The Journey of an Independent & Resilient Registered Massage Therapist Becoming an Entrepreneur

Meet Kristy Schippel, a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in Toronto, Ontario, who is living her entrepreneurial dream with her own massage therapy practice.

by Sukhvir Shergill July 04, 2023
Gaye Boston, owner of GayeWrites is Making Childhood Great Again Through Advocacy, Coaching and Laundry

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. .

by Joelle Awad June 28, 2023

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