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How a Former Downhill Ski Racer Became an Athleisure Fashion Entrepreneur

It’s remarkable to observe the talent and ingenuity that has come out of female-founded business over the last couple of years. The most awesome is seeing the intersection between fashion and function in a beautifully curated way, and Après Actif – minimalist loungewear and activewear essentials brand is blazing the

From Africa to North America: Ethio Organics Origin Story

After moving to Canada from Ethiopia, friends Amira Aboubaker, Betti Eskedar, and Zewdi Readey were faced with the many challenges that come with being immigrants. These three women worked hard to graduate from university and build a career here in Canada.  In 2018, the idea to work together began. Amira,

BALM SKIN CO. – TAKING THE LUXURY NATURAL BEAUTY SPACE BY STORM

With an undeniable passion for holistic nourishment of the skin and body, BALM SKIN CO. is leaning into nature and helping us find our true and authentic beauty from within.  Created by hand in small batches, Founder and Formulator, Reena S. creates natural, luxury skincare that is fully vegan and

Shining Light on Black History: One Candle at a Time

Many of us are constantly on the hunt for our next favourite scent. But as time went on and Kejina Robinson was searching for the perfect candle, she was constantly met with a barrier – none of them were BIPOC owned. So as many creative thinkers and action-takers do, she

An Independent, not-for-profit University in Ontario is Opening Its Doors This January

This January, the first cohort of students will be starting their undergraduate journey at the International Business University (IBU), a newly founded independent, not-for-profit university in Ontario. IBU was created by Tim McTiernan, the Founding President and Vice-Chancellor, and a board of leaders from other institutions in Canada’s educational landscape.