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.
The OATS Kafé is a coffee shop in Toronto offering artisan beverages, ethically sourced coffee, and authentic Vietnamese food. Through the ShopHERE Program, Jolie Tran was able to expand her reach with online ordering and retail sales.
Andres Massot
April 14, 2022
Madiha and Farida hope to bring a common South-Asian condiment, achar, to the market. “Nani” means grandmother in many South-Asian languages and Markham-based Nani’s Achar, is a business hoping to carry on traditional family recipes.
Ayesha Siddiqui
February 14, 2022
Sonyo means granddaughter in Korean. To Jacqueline, the creator of Sonyo Food Co. it's the continuation of culture and tradition through a new generation. Jacqueline is using her new Shopify website to promote her product and help pay homage.
Michelle Foster
January 31, 2022
Marco Civitarese from Calgary, Alberta honours his mother’s legacy through his Italian bakery, Dolci di Delia. With the help of ShopHERE, Marco was able to establish a professional presence online for his Italian cookie business.
Alexis Kelly
January 19, 2022
Dino Capuani owns Vaughan-based online retailer Steep Hill Tea Company. With the help of the ShopHERE powered by Google program, Dino was able to bring his premium loose leaf tea and accessories online quickly.
Alexis Kelly
January 11, 2022
Based out of Bowmanville, Ontario, The Gourmet Chai House is designed for tea lovers everywhere. With the help of the ShopHERE Program, Cheryl Pereira was able to share her extensive knowledge and passion for tea drinking with the whole world.
Drew Phillips-Gavin
October 15, 2021
Garden Breeze Productions was created by Tasha Ford, a passionate gardener and home cook. Tasha established an online presence during the beginning of the pandemic by posting her creations online.
Michelle Foster
September 27, 2021
Self-taught baker from Toronto, Katie Pierre, launches an online store with the help of the ShopHERE Program to share her passion for baking. With her eCommerce store, Katie is able to expand from baking for friends and family to baking for all.
Brigette Aguilar
September 15, 2021
Aisha Mo started Aromatic Gardens to show customers the value of organic products. With her eCommerce store, Aisha is able to share her passion for healthy food with a wider audience and bring her business to the next level.
Alexis Kelly
September 09, 2021
