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.
Founded by Robert F. Hart, Black Diamond® has been satisfying cheese cravings since 1933. Historically, cheese was dipped into hot wax to keep fresh during aging. Upon contact with the rind, the wax would turn black. With a diamond among cheese…
Using locally sourced ingredients, at Black Diamond Distillery we produce handcrafted spirits and liqueurs, specializing in flavour profiles for taste buds that love to be tickled by refreshing, natural tasting beverages. Our small batches reflect…
As a professional pastry chef, I am passionate about creating decadent desserts that are worthy of celebration. This bakery came to life with the love and support of my family and friends, along with a drive to provide a quality product line that…
Black Drop Designs photo jewellery is designed and made in Vancouver, BC. Jade Pellerin combines her experience in photography, her work in a silversmith’s studio and a lifetime of making art for herself. Jade uses her own photography and…
Black Fox co-owners John Cote and Barb Stefanyshyn-Cote have earned global acclaim for their philosophy and practice of agriculture. Both fifth-generation farmers, the couple have studied and consulted on five continents and are alumni of Canada&…
Black Hills Estate Winery vineyards have some of the most favourable grape growing conditions in the country, resulting in exceptional terroir. Located on the famed Black Sage Road, 13 kilometres north of Osoyoos, BC and 10 kilometres south of…
Black Hills Estate Winery vineyards have some of the most favourable grape growing conditions in the country, resulting in exceptional terroir. Located on the famed Black Sage Road, 13 kilometres north of Osoyoos, BC and 10 kilometres south of…
Black Market Wine Company – Situated on a bench overlooking Skaha Lake in picturesque Kaleden, BC, Garagistes Rob Hammersley and Michelle Shewchuk are crafting distinctive small-lot wines. In addition to Conviction Ridge Vineyard, our…
What makes this Toronto studio unique is the old-world technique and hands-on details from start to finish. Our passion at Black Rock Studio is to deliver the most beautiful hand-made tiles that will transform any residential or commercial space…
