The year 2016 seemed like a turning point for Canadian products, as the nation felt under pressure from our neighbor to the south. This feeling spurred a movement across the country to "buy local" and spend more of our dollars purchasing products made in Canada. Then Covid-19 arrived in early 2020 and this initiative was taken even more seriously as we worked to support our local economy.
The pandemic forced people to stay at home and encouraged us to become even more passionate about buying at home. We as consumers quickly became aware of the importance of shopping locally, thus contributing to the success of Canadian-made items.
As luck would have it, a wrong turn on campus landed Canadian Glass Artisan Sarah Mulligan in the glass hot shop of the School of Craft and Design at Sheridan College. She was fascinated by the grittiness of the process yet the beautiful fluid…
Saras Soaps and Candles (now Stop & Smell the Candles) began in 2016 as a creative endeavor, fueled by my love for scent and the memories it evokes. What started as a small passion project has grown into a collection of hand-poured candles…
At Sargent Family Dairy taste, quality, health & nutrition are at the heart of everything we do. Every product we craft starts with farm fresh milk processed in our certified facility. We are excited to offer bottled milk, as well as, an…
Sarjesa Inc. started as a final project for an Indigenous Studies Course led by Dr. Renae Watchman. During a regular visit to her local coffee shop, Alexandra had an idea for a tea that could raise awareness about missing and murdered Indigenous…
At Sask Acre Farms we wake up every morning and check on our farm animals to ensure they are well fed and have lots of water. The garden is worked on as much as possible to keep all those pesky weeds at bay so we can harvest delicious goodness in…
30 years ago Paul and Karen Hamer of Saskatoon Farm planted Saskatoon Berry seedlings on a piece of property at the convergence of the Sheep and Highwood River, just outside of Okotoks… With horticulture backgrounds and a dream to live on the…
We are a member-owned, non-profit cooperative that has been running since 1975. Saskatoon Farmers Market vendors Make It, Bake It, Gather It, or Grow It for everything they sell. Our year-round market connects Saskatoon residents and visitors with…
Based out of RM of Lumsden, SK, Travis and Alex Maas began their Saskoffee Roastery specialty coffee roasting journey in 2020 with a home roaster and selection of green beans shortly after becoming new parents. They quickly confirmed fresh,…
Sauces Watatatow is more than just a condiment, our hot sauces are a culinary experience. Crafted with a focus on flavor, we’ve perfected the balance of heat and taste. Discover unique flavor combinations made with natural ingredients that…
