Southwestern Ontario Women Entrepreneurs Holiday Gift Guide 2021

In partnership with Southwestern Ontario Regional Innovation Centres, we’ve rounded up – for the second year in a row – some of our favourite Southwestern Ontario women entrepreneur brands, products and services.

Whether you are buying for an aspiring woman entrepreneur or for your entire family, check out this list of curated gift ideas founded by women in #SWO (and a few beyond) for this holiday season. Let’s make this year’s holiday shopping easy and most importantly, REGIONAL!

Please note, this is merely a snapshot of available #SWO gift ideas and women entrepreneurs. Southwestern Ontario is filled with great businesses and entrepreneurs. Share your suggestions with us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook by using #ShopSWO.

This partnership is presented by WEtech Alliance, Haltech, TechAlliance, Innovate Niagara, Innovation Factory and Innovation Guelph, and is made possible with support from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario as part of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy.

thegoodcard.ca

The Good Card – Makes greeting cards full of wildflower seeds, with paper from post-consumer waste, to give your card a second life by planting. Good for the environment, the community, and you.

Location: Puslinch, ON | Founder: Ashley Baker | Contact: ashley@thegoodcard.ca

lauraraes.ca

Laura Raes The Caramel Company – Is a wholesale manufacturer of gourmet caramel. Sheri’s products include homemade small batch caramel candy and sauce.

Location: Elora, ON | Founder: Sheri Visakaly | Contact: hello@lauraraes.com

heritagebee.com

Heritage Bee Company – Makes beekeeping a possibility through our innovative Hive Hosting services. We also produce premium, handcrafted honey and honey products.

Location: Mulmur, ON | Founder: Debbie Gray | Contact: debbie@heritagebee.com

totalcleanse.ca

Total Cleanse – Manufactures premium cold pressed juices. We specialize in delivering juice cleanses directly to customers homes across Canada.

Location: North York, ON | Founder: Rebecca Prezler | Contact: info@totalcleanse.ca

metavo.ca

Metavo AvoB™ – (the bioactive found in Metavo) has been scientifically proven to target the root cause of ineffective fat metabolism which leads to high blood sugar and weight gain. AvoB™ can be used to maintain a healthy fat metabolism, curb sugar cravings, and regulate blood sugar levels in adults. This product also offers natural antioxidant properties of an avocado including carotenoids and vitamin E.

Location: Burlington, ON | Founder: Christina Barbato | Contact: christina.barbato@spnutra.com

georgianbaygranola.com

Georgian Bay Granola Company – Is a women-led business founded in Parry Sound Ontario. We are inspired by a passion for delicious, healthy, organic food. Our granolas are oven baked using organic, gluten-free and kosher ingredients. We sweeten gently with organic Canadian maple syrup, organic honey, or organic coconut nectar. Just pure, natural, organic and gluten free ingredients. We work hard to use as many local ingredients as possible and recently switched to compostable packaging. We strive to walk gently on this earth.

Location: Picton, ON | Founder: Sheila Hannon | Contact: sheila@georgianbaygranolacompany.ca

so-hum.ca

Sohum Candles – Is a line of non-toxic, eco-friendly scented candles made with 100% soy and hand poured in Lakeshore, Ontario.

Location: Lakeshore, ON | Founder: Amy Saba | Contact: www.so-hum.ca/pages/contact-us

canvasofdiamonds.com

Canvas of Diamonds – Immerses you in your happy place with our serene diamond painting kits that will encompass you with tranquility as you place each diamond onto your soft poured glue canvas. We deliver premium quality diamond paintings with a side of modern flair.

Location: Windsor, ON | Founder: Violet Azenabor | Contact: https://canvasofdiamonds.com/pages/contact-us

ecovana.ca

Ecovana – The spark of Ecovana ignited after years of frustration with Canada’s outdated, flawed recycling system. It all began while working in a Sales position at a Plastic reprocessing company in Windsor, Ontario. After conducting various waste audits in industrial manufacturers factories, and recycling centers; witnessing millions of pounds of plastics making it’s way to the landfill took it’s toll. Living with the guilt weighed heavily to push for a solution.

Location: Windsor, ON | Founder: Andrea Descargar | Contact: ecovanacanada@gmail.com

giftologie.ca

Giftologie – Inspirational Jewelry & Gifts

Location: Niagara, ON | Founder: Teresa Schaubel | Contact: giftologie@gmail.com

udderlyridiculousfarmlife.com

Udderly Ridiculous Farm Life – Discover our Goat & Alpaca experience, farm market store; goat yoga, alpaca walks, goat recess, farm zoom calls, and award winning goat milk ice cream. Farm store featuring over 50 local products.

Location: Bright, ON | Founder: Cheryl Haskett | Contact: cheryl@udderlyridiculous.ca

bathintentions.ca

Bath Intentions – Is a family-owned company that came to life during the most challenging of times and thanks to the love and support of our family, friends, staff, and community. Make the true indulgence that is artisan bath bombs, soaps, lip scrubs, lotions and more!

Location: Cornwall, ON | Founder: Dinah Ener | Contact: hello@bathintentions.ca

ambiancesgourmandes.com

Ambiances Gourmandes – Ships across Canada (free over $100). Sells premium loose teas, teaware, and local fine food.

Location: Fergus, ON | Founder: Christelle Martin | Contact: info@ambiancesgourmandes.com

eramosaherbals.com

Eramosa Herbals – Virtual consultations to cover easy-care annual and perennial herbs suited to the size of available space, soil, and climate; choosing herbs for flavour, medicinal properties, ecological diversity, and beauty; tips for harvesting and processing herbs into delicious remedies to stock the home apothecary.

Location: Guelph, ON | Founder: Danielle | Contact: eramosaherbals@gmail.com

wellingtonmade.com

Wellington Made – Created a line of syrups, drizzle, elixirs, and confits using heritage methods created in small batches

Location: Woolwich, ON | Founder: Shelly Walsh | Contact: wellingtonmadefix@gmail.com

cajuwinds.com

Caju Winds -Started as a line of organic and fermented cashew spread products. Today, we proudly produce nutrient-dense, nutritious and delicious foods for optimal health. Our products are gluten-free, dairy-free, organic, and plant-based.

Location: Picton, ON | Founder: Paula Leite | Contact: paulete_psi@hotmail.com

vegcheese.com

VegCheese Inc. – Is a local plant-based cheese company based in Toronto. We manufacture our products locally with a base of organic soy milk and organic coconut oil.

Location: Mississauga, ON | Founder: Lori Sroujian | Contact: lori@sroujian.com

nudfud.com

nud fud Inc. – We are helping people to eat better through our snacks that are at the intersection of convenience, functional supplements and produce. We only make foods out of the purest, raw, plant-based foods.

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Julia Kirouac | Contact: julia@nudfud.com

relaycoffee.com

Relay Coffee Roasters – Local roasters of fair trade organic coffee beans.

Location: Hamilton, ON | Founder: Rachel Hoffing | Contact: rachel@relaycoffee.com

paperspree.com

Paper Spree Canada – Canadian at heart, we are a homegrown brand that offers a wide collection of beautifully handcrafted items. Our paper range, crafted from tree-free cotton pulp, includes a colorful array of gift bags, gift wrap, decorative boxes, holiday ornaments and more. Our leather range, created by artisans from recycled leather, includes laptop bags, personal accessories, notebooks and journals.

Location: Hamilton, ON | Founder: Abeda Oturkar | Contact: info@paperspree.com

Zippyjamz.com

ZippyJamz – Quick and easy to remove baby pajamas

Location: Waterloo, ON | Founder: Nicole Mortimer | Contact: nicole@zippyjamz.com

hoodiechewchew.com

Hoodie Chew Chew – Unique chewing and sensory aids for playful parents and sensory seekers.

Location: Hamilton, ON | Founder: Caroline Wilson | Contact: caroline@vireoresearch.com

boardballsport.com

Boardball – Is an easy way to play volleyball with your friends.

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Amanda Nguyen | Contact: amanda@boardballsport.com

antiquatedjoys.com

Antiquated Joys – Selling amazing home decor, imported carpets, local hand made goods, fair trade textiles, beautiful pillows, original paintings, kitchenware, and other ethically sourced unique items in a beautiful atmosphere, with excellent small town service.

Location: Blenheim, ON | Contact: https://antiquatedjoys.com/pages/contact-us

hux.ca

Hux – We have invented the ultimate women’s performance underwear! Our innovative bamboo charcoal insert* conceals CAMEL TOE, wicks away moisture, eliminates odor, are environmentally friendly AND comfortable AF!!!

Location: London, ON | Founder: Jen Govier | Contact: jengovier@hotmail.com

theovercompany.com

The OVer Company – Makes the everyday life of the modern family easier, positively influencing every person we get to interact with.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Sabrina Maulucci | Contact: sabrina@theovercompany.com

thekuvu.com

The Kuvu™ – Is a home organization product that can be used in hundreds of ways to hang, wrap, hold, loop, grab, organize & store almost anything you can think of.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Lori Gicante | Contact: info@rylor.ca

bracashirts.myshopify.com

BRACAShirts – It is our passion to make shirts and gowns with large pockets to hold surgical drains for men and women.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Catherine Janssen | Contact: bracashirts@gmail.com

brucepeninsulaapparelco.com

Bruce Penninsula Apparel Co. – Get cozy at the cottage, keep warm on a Bruce Trail hike, or take a souvenir home from your road-trip. There is so much to love about your new favourite cottage sweater from Bruce Peninsula Apparel Co.

Location: Lions Head, ON | Founder: Quinn Palmer | Contact: brucepeninsulaapparelco@gmail.com

osandoakes.com

Os & Oakes – Creates comfortable, unisex, clothing made of high-quality fabrics that both kids and their parents will adore. Established in London Ontario, our contemporary designs provide detailed, fun, fashionable and durable apparel for your busy little birds.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Erika Oakes | Contact: erika@blushingbabessociety.com

shophereforher.ca

Here for Her – Is a Canadian social enterprise that supports and promotes health education with a focus on menstrual equity advocacy. We believe every person deserves access to compassionate healthcare. We aim to normalize health issues through education & discussions. All are welcome #hereforhealth

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Rachel Ettinger | Contact: hereforherca@gmail.com

dnsrdancewear.com

DNSR – Second-skin dancewear that performs.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Jocelyn Wong | Contact: info@dnsrdancewear.com

skinskoolbeauty.com

SkinSkool – Discover skincare and haircare products with similar ingredients and make better buying decisions

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Moneika Bos | Contact: monieka@skinskoolbeauty.com

khynandgrail.com

Khyn & Grail – Fancy skincare for Smart People #StayRich

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Moneika Bos | Contact: monieka@skinskoolbeauty.com

howweelearn.com

How Wee Learn – Provides learning activities, resources, and courses to parents and teachers with young children. Our focus is on building rock solid core skills through hands on play using materials found in your home.

Location: London, ON | Founder: Sarah Noftle | Contact: sarah@howweelearn.com

apricotton.ca

Apricotton – This holiday season, get her a gift that will support her every day. Apricotton bras are the perfect holiday gifts for a tween or teen girl! Designed to grow as she grows, she’ll fit into the same bra as she changes cup sizes. The soft moisture-wicking fabric, adjustable straps, and removable padding make these bras the only ones she’ll need growing up.

Location: London, ON | Founders: Chloe Beaudoin & Jessica Miao | Contact: info@apricotton.com

rubyredbeautiful.com

Ruby Red Beautiful – Cruelty free beauty boutique and makeup studio.

Location: St. Catharines, ON | Founder: Sarah Yurkiw | Contact: sarah@berubyred.com

missbuttercups

Miss Buttercups – Is a chocolate company for the people. We believe in products that are good for humanity from production to consumption.

Location: Windsor, ON | Founder: Marlee Narain | Contact: info@missbuttercups.com

wildchildimagination.com

Wild Child Imagination Studio – Playdough kits & sensory bins for creative kids. Home of The Dough Club – a playdough kit subscription box. I believe in child-led play & the importance of having FUN!

Location: Chatham, ON | Founder: Jess Kroez | Contact: jkroez@gmail.com

aligncoaching.ca

Align Coaching & Consulting – Exists to support leaders, organizations and individuals to fulfill their purpose through thoughtfully exploring their current and emerging environment and helping to align strategy, leadership and implementation with purpose.

Location: Toronto, ON | Founder: Marilyn Friedmann | Contact: marilyn@aligncoaching.ca

thirstforfacts.com

Thirst for Facts – A cool new way to discover Toronto at your own pace, using an interactive GPS-driven app with trivia, intriguing facts and local beer sampling!

Location: Oakville, ON | Founder: Anna and Ian Lake | Contact: hello@thirstforfacts.com

Southwestern Ontario is FILLED with great women entrepreneurs and businesses worth celebrating.

Be sure to share your favourites with us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook by using #ShopSWO!

Looking for even MORE gift ideas? Check out our 2020 Gift Guide!

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Contact our Women’s Entrepreneurship Coordinator, Kate Tomen

Email: ktomen@wetech-alliance.com | Phone: 519-355-7365

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