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How Melissa Zuker Pivoted Toronto Market Co. to Thrive During the Pandemic

Toronto Market Company (TMCo) was one of the many companies that had to pivot during the pandemic. Founded in 2014 by Melissa Zuker, TMCo’s mission was to create vibrant pop-up food markets in downtown Toronto. The market’s focus was to highlight the city’s diversity and spirit while bringing residents and

Edmond Dang’s Meaningful Jewelry Brand, KOZAI Design

After Edmond Dang graduated from Western University at the start of COVID-19, his plans to travel and experience different cities and cultures came to a halt. As a result, he switched gears and injected his love of culture and deeper meanings into his debut brand; KOZAI Design. What made you

Meet Kristi Soomer, Founder of Slow Fashion Brand, Encircled

Fast fashion is a known detriment to our environment and one founder is doing something about it. Meet Kristi Soomer, Founder of Encircled. Encircled is a slow fashion brand that does it all. In Kristi’s words, “Encircled creates clothing without compromise.” It is a Certified B Corporation, which means it

The Business of Self Care, with Gldn Hour Co-Founder Julia Clauser

In honour of World Environment Day, we had the chance to talk with co-founder and CEO of gldn hour align of collagen infused sparkling water that Julia Clauser and her co-founder Jessica Dumont Nadeau launched in 2020. From minimal packaging to eco-safe ingredients, respecting the planet and all the resources