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10 women-owned businesses worth celebrating

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On Monday, March 8th, 2021, we came together to celebrate International Women’s Day. Showing appreciation for women’s contributions and inspiring others to do the same was on everyone’s mind that day. But one day of celebration is not enough. Let’s celebrate women’s success together and show our gratitude for the strong, powerful and innovative leaders in our business community every day. 

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“Women-led businesses are a key driver of economic activity in Ontario, but persistent barriers continue to limit their growth,” said Michelle Eaton, Vice President, Public Affairs, Ontario Chamber of Commerce (WEKH, 2020). 

Easily shop online or safely in-store at these unique, women-owned, local businesses below. From sustainable clothing and gifts to curated design and thought-provoking music, you have everything you need close to home.

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Jillian Summers Upstaging Limited:

Jillian Summers is a multi-award winning designer and stager of residential and commercial spaces in London, Ontario. She started from nothing as a single mom. Having no inventory, she’d use her own furniture and sit on the floor until the staged home sold.

Jillian is best known for her TV show “Your Home with Jillian Summers”, and for designing the gorgeous Dream Lottery homes, which support London’s hospitals. She always strives to exceed clients’ expectations in her design of unique interiors/exteriors that have a positive impact on daily life. With a trained eye for quality, furnishings, accessories and textiles, she is recognized for her timeless style and designs that remain fresh year after year. She prides herself on attention to detail, local craftspeople and giving back to her community!

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Website: https://www.jilliansummers.ca

Phone Number: 519-317-5533

Jaydancin:

Jaydancin creates and formulates high quality and effective all-natural skincare products on site. From organic makeup, face/body care and soaps to beautiful additions for your home and well-being for the whole family, its 4,000 sq. ft. store in Hyde Park has it all. Using the best oils, herbs, plants and essential oils make its plant-based products affordable and effective.

They believe that organic, clean products should be an affordable necessity, not a luxury! They feature local producers that bring us fresh organic greens, meat, cheese and a variety of gluten-free, dairy-free foods that are clean and taste good too!

They look forward to seeing you soon at 1700 Hyde Park Road!

Website: https://jaydancin.com/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jaydancininc

Phone: (519) 657-1333

Email: info@jaydancin.com

Sharon’s Of Hyde Park:

Founded by Sharon Lamb, Sharon’s of Hyde Park has become one of the most successful women’s apparel outlets in Southwestern Ontario. They offer discerning clientele the allure of innovative and creative designs that are comfortable and stylish.

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They are here to assist you every step of the way, through their collective knowledge and sincere pledge to please our clients. Sharon’s of Hyde Park is located in Northwest London and their motto is, “Where Fashion is Fun!”

They are open and are excited to have you in and see their new spring collection.

Website: http://sharonsofhydepark.com/

Address: 1471 Fanshawe Park Road W, London, ON, Canada N6H 5L3

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sharonsofhydepark

Phone: (519) 473-6763

Sarina Haggarty:

Sarina Haggarty is an inspirational figure for many.

With a wide amount of support and fans, Sarina has performed in sold-out venues in her hometown, such as London Music Hall and Aeolian Hall. Successfully selling out London Ontario’s top venues, Sarina has released two EPs: “Missing Pieces” in 2016 and her sophomore EP “Compass” in 2018.

Sarina’s music branches out into every genre possible. She has had encounters with artists such as Sarah Smith, Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros, Lennon & Maisy Stella, Kim Churchill, George Fox, Tim Hicks, Tyler Shaw, Shawn Mendes and Mark Schulman.

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Looking at hiring a local musician, singer, songwriter for a corporate event, fundraiser, or private party? Look no further: Live or virtual.

Website: https://www.sarinahaggarty.ca/

Email: info@sarinahaggarty.ca

Phone: 519-870-5204

 

os & oakes:

Launched in July of 2016 in London, Ontario, os & oakes is the creation of duo Erika Oakes and her brother Michael Lipari.

As a mom of two toddler boys, Erika felt inspired to produce a line of clothing that her kids could play in comfortably, while looking fashionable and on-trend.

os & oakes creates comfortable, unisex clothing made of high-quality fabrics that both kids and their parents will adore. When you purchase your items from os & oakes, you can trust that it was made right here in Canada from fabrics that are eco-friendly and sustainably sourced.

They believe in supporting the community through purposeful partnerships and collaborations. They have been able to support numerous organizations such as London’s Wellspring Cancer Support network, Bethany’s Hope, Anova Women’s Community House and Pink Pearl Canada.

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During COVID-19, os & oakes donated 175 beanies to frontline workers to wear as PPE through a buy-one, give-one campaign. They also donated 100 fabric masks to frontline workers and facilitated a community mask donation program to donate an additional 300 masks.

They are so appreciative of the support that London has shown their growing business over the last year. Please visit them online or in-store at the address found below!

Website: https://www.osandoakes.com/

Address: 526 Adelaide St. North. London, Ontario

  

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Shoes Boots n’Bags:

Shoes Boots n’Bags is owned by female entrepreneur Andrea Beatty and located in London, Ontario. Since 2017, Andrea has been helping shoe lovers everywhere find unique footwear, often styles she hand-picked in Milan. She also has a passion for the environment, carrying a full line of sustainable footwear and handbags.

Andrea has stated over the years that as an adult, she enjoys dressing with purpose in the trends but also incorporating her own style. Over the years she realized that as her weight would go up and down, her shoes always fit. Adding the shoes wasn’t a chore — it was a fun way to add pizzazz.

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During the pandemic, Andrea has made it easy to purchase her footwear through her website www.shoesbootsnbags.com with free shipping in Canada.

Website: https://shoesbootsnbags.com/

Email: service@shoesbootsnbags.com

 

 

NICHE:

NICHE Boutique is an online store curating collections of stylish and unique goods for home and self. NICHE brands are Canadian with a focus on supporting women-owned businesses.

The online store launched at a time when women needed support more than ever because of the economic impact of the pandemic. NICHE Boutique celebrates all women, empowering relationship building while promoting self-love and expression!

They say thanks to the creative, talented, entrepreneurial and value-centred women who ‘are’ NICHE Boutique. They make it easy to shop locally by offering delivery in London and Kitchener-Waterloo areas, or by shipping your items right to your front door with Canada Post.

Website: https://nicheboutique.ca/

Socials: @nicheboutique.ca

Email: alexandra@nicheboutique.ca

 

A Turtle’s Garden:

A Turtle’s Garden’s journey started on Instagram.

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During the early days of the pandemic, they created an account about their hobby on plant care and propagation tips. Their followers grew and with it their interest in purchasing their plants. On October 2020, A Turtle’s Garden became a small business.

At A Turtle’s Garden, you will find education for plant care and a curated selection of indoor plants and plant accessories. Their selection of indoor plants will inspire your botanical environment. Their goal is to assist through the process of plant selection and plant care. Most of all, they seek to inspire confidence in new plant parents.

They currently operate from home. All sales are done through their website or their Instagram account. They offer delivery for a fee of $5, on orders over $40, delivery is FREE.

Website: https://turtlegarden.ca/

Instagram: @a_turtlesgarden

Website: turtlegarden.ca

 

Sadi & Sari:

Sadi & Sari is an online boutique offering pretty, boho chic clothing and accessories, based out of London, Ontario. Customers can shop seasonal new arrivals that consist of fun prints, colours and patterns in a variety of styles including kimonos, dresses, jumpsuits – and so much more!

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Sadi & Sari make it easy for you to shop local by offering free local pickup and delivery in the city of London. Customers shopping from cities outside London can also benefit from free shipping when purchasing an order over $100. Or, if you’re looking for the perfect gift ideal, skip the shipping altogether and pick up a Sadi & Sari gift card.

Website: https://sadiandsari.ca/

Facebook and Instagram: @sadiandsari

 

 

Wychwood Marketing:

Wychwood Marketing & Strategy is a boutique digital marketing agency that focuses on bringing brands to life online and getting them noticed in a highly competitive space. Wychwood uses a customized approach for each project and is equipped with the tools and expertise to ensure digital success, offering services from branding and website design to digital advertising, SEO and social media.

“At Wychwood, we believe there is no destination with digital marketing. The landscape is always changing. That is why you need a partner that can keep up with the fast-paced and constantly changing environment while you sit back and enjoy the ride,” owner Anne-Marie MacNeill says.

Wychwood Marketing & Strategy … the road to digital success.

Website: https://wychwoodmarketing.ca/

Social: @WychwoodMarketing

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