Success Stories: Small Business

“I value my time as really important. So the work-life balance is crucial.” What do you get when you combine a last minute need for flowers (for your own wedding) with an eye for business? Floral haven Thyme Studio started when co-founder Nas Neufeld was about to get married and didn’t know where to turn […]

Walk the Store is a force behind brands in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) space looking to get their products on store shelves. The mission doesn’t stop at representing a brand to a retailer and getting their items on the shelf. The brokerage also strives to help brands build relationships with retailers that’ll give them […]

When Dubbeldam Architecture + Design isn’t running payroll (which is a lot of the time!), they’re taking on design projects that bring sustainable approaches to the forefront. This Toronto based architecture and design practice is a multidisciplinary studio, so you might catch them putting their magic touch on residential, hospitality and commercial spaces or even […]

The St. Lawrence Academy‘s eight full time and two part time employees come together to shape the minds of youth from kindergarten to grade 8. Their goal: To inspire children and teach them skills that’ll shape them into leaders and active members of their communities. Care, acceptance and respect are among the traits they strive […]

All businesses start with an origin story. For Cephema, the name has roots in Greek mythology — Titans Coeus and Phoebe, deities of human intellect. Coeus represents the inquisitive mind, natural human curiosity and having an analytical mindset. As for Phoebe, she taps into making intelligent predictions about what might come next. These are both […]

Willful is an online platform that provides services for end-of-life planning, like creating a will, for individuals and couples. It launched in 2017 after the unexpected loss of a family member who hadn’t pre-planned and the company’s founders saw first hand the challenges that situation creates. They started Willful to help Canadians who haven’t started […]

Atlantic Tennis Centre‘s mission is to serve an opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to step onto the court to play and fall in love with tennis. It’s a non-membership facility based in Bedford, Nova Scotia that offers private lessons, drop-in clinics and adult and youth programs. There are also youth camps to […]

Fresh Adventures whisks ordinary folks out of the city and countryside to experience the fresh air of the great outdoors. Extraordinary adventures await across the western Canadian wilderness, led by guides who know the ins and outs of the area in a way that keeps things fun and safe while making each trip special. With […]

“We consider Wagepoint to be a partner of our organization and support in our onboarding process, issuing Records of Employment (ROEs), posting journal entries and making sure our employees receive funds in a timely manner.” — Chris Grimes, CEO, FundMore

Shored in St. Catharines, Ontario, Captains Cabin Cafe is a place to grab a hot beverage, a meal and a treat to enjoy while catching up with friends. The family-run cafe offers homemade family favourites to eat in or take out onto the patio if the weather is just right. The crew of six (6) […]

ThirstyTech Inc. describes itself as a company that provides “solutions that quench” — yet, surprisingly, water or drinks of any kind are not on the menu. The thirst they’re quenching is for residential and commercial technology solutions, and they design, install and support in three key areas: Entertainment, convenience and security. Their passionate team of […]

Founded in 2017, TIEJA Inc. Communications is the kind of company you want on your side for corporate communications, crisis management and public relations (PR). It’s a boutique communications firm based in Toronto with both employees and contractors at the helm. They’re on a mission to empower brands, executives and individuals when it comes to […]

Founded in 1990, Canadian Security Systems Ltd. provides their customers with security systems they can count on that meet their needs as well as their budget. They offer customizable security, access control and camera systems for residences and businesses to protect what’s important. The installation, servicing and monitoring of these systems are also within their […]

Operating since 1982, Glacier Raft Company offers guests whitewater rafting and scenic float trips on the Kicking Horse River in Golden, BC. Guests are taken on various canyons ranging from calm and scenic with big mountain views, to fast and exciting through tight canyons. The Kicking Horse is known to be one of the best […]

Launched in 2017, Hyre is a digital HR platform that provides employee scheduling software and temporary staffing solutions for businesses across different industries, such as healthcare, hospitality and restaurant. Eropa Stein, Hyre’s CEO and Founder, is a firm believer in efficiency — a value that sits at the core of her small business and has […]