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.
With the help of the ShopHERE Program, Insurance Toronto gained an online platform to continue providing coverage to those who need insurance. Operating for over 20 years, Gerry Avram and his team provide affordable insurance from top carriers.
Julia Over
December
17,
2020
Claraderma is a medical aesthetics clinic that is dedicated to helping patients address their skin needs. Through their new online store, clients can now purchase and re-stock their selection of products, without visiting the clinic.
Menna Shawky
November
18,
2020
Twisted Metal Prototyping is an independent manufacturing start-up that offers high-quality products which includes custom pieces, merchandise, and prototypes. Check out their new online store which also features 3D designs!
Menna Shawky
November
05,
2020
Dirtbag Baseball Nation sells apparel and training aids, operates a podcast called Baseball Evolution, a YouTube channel called PWDDirtbags, has a blog, and provides training to players, parents and coaches. Find them on their new online store today!
Olivia Delbello
October
28,
2020
Funny Bones is a ShopHERE Powered by Google Program graduate, and board game store now selling online experiences. They've found a creative way to engage with students at a global scale with their new website and online store.
Ali Zafar
October
23,
2020
HandiHelp.ca is an accessibility innovation company that focuses on improving quality of life through smart, ergonomic, user-centric solutions. They are now able to sell their products online with their new Shopify e-commerce store!
Ashika Verma
October
09,
2020
Tumu Learning is a virtual language learning platform that provides personalized learning plans, exercises, weekly live classes, and regular feedback. Owner Umut is now making these courses accessible through his e-commerce Shopify website.
Jane Cho
September
25,
2020
With their new format of booking tours online, Alpaca farm Forget Me Not are now able to support their customers at a safe distance. They are even able to sell products on their new site like yarn and dryer balls, thanks to ShopHERE and Shopify.
Alexandra Jones
September
10,
2020
Cleaning Matters offers subscription cleaning packages to suit all of their clients' needs at affordable rates. Now they're able to have a professional e-commerce website to connect to a larger audience, with the help of Shopify!
Morgan Baker
September
03,
2020
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