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Meet Yasaman and Samira Haj-Shafiei, the Founders of Organic Bytes

With the health and wellness space booming, sisters Yasaman and Samira Haj-Shafiei still were finding gaps in the market for wholesome, nutrient-dense, organic and most importantly, delicious tasting baked goods that they could feel great about sharing with their little ones, family and community.  With the pandemic raging on, Yasaman

Blooming as Your Best Self: How Bloom Balance was Born

Balancing Self-Care with Bloom Balance founder Dr, Aliya Visram. We live in a time where self-care is SO commonly talked about, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to partake in all the time. People are busy – there’s work, workouts, trying to catch up on a year and a half

Meet Liz Bertorelli, Founder of the Year-Round Pride Brand, Passionfruit

It’s a beautiful thing when you get to combine passion and work. And because of passionfruit, Liz Bertorelli does just that.  With so many brands seen “rainbow-washing” their logos and merchandise going into pride month, Liz felt it was extremely important that there was a brand that encouraged visibility and

Meet Kaitlin Smith and Sara Bulhoes, Founders of Glass House Cosmetics

Streamlining the modern, busy woman’s cosmetic routine while keeping products 100% Canadian, hypoallergenic AND vegan? We hear an enthusiastic “Yes please!” Notable caught up with Kaitlin Smith and Sara Bulhoes, the powerhouse creators of Glass House Cosmetics to chat all things beauty and business.  Glass House Cosmetics, a pandemic born

Meet Kate Pepler, Founder of The Tare Shop

Succeeding her graduation from Dalhousie University, Kate Pepler felt what many new grads feel, a longing for purpose. She was always passionate about oceans, reducing plastic pollution, fostering community, and environmental education. Determined to be the one to make a difference, she founded the first-ever package-free store in Halifax. The