Supporting your community and small businesses:

Founded by two moms, Laura Chodola and Carmen Worsfold, Elec’trik Kids makes daily electrolyte hydration powders that are specifically formulated for children. They offer clean, all‑natural products with no added sugar, designed to support hydration during school, sports and active play. Their powders combine coconut water, electrolytes and essential vitamins in kid-friendly flavours made without artificial ingredients.

Founded by sisters Nuala and Fiona Bobowski, Fromage Protein Pops is rooted in the belief that sweet treats can be as nourishing as they are delightful. Crafted with cottage cheese, their naturally protein-rich pops offer a sweet and creamy treat in a variety of flavours, such as vanilla bean and lemon crumb. Blending Nuala’s food science expertise with Fiona’s creative vision, the duo is on a mission to define nourishing indulgence and make cottage cheese cooler and tastier than ever before.

HEAL IN COLOUR is dedicated to making everyday healthcare products more inclusive and representative. After noticing the lack of representation in wound care products, Tianna McFarlane created these adhesive bandages designed specifically for Black and Brown skin tones, with the goal of normalizing diverse bandage options and promoting inclusivity and representation in everyday essentials.

7 Summits Snacks is a brand crafting functional chocolate and energy bars designed to fuel active lifestyles. Inspired by the world’s highest peaks, these superfood-infused products deliver sustained energy using high-quality, ethically sourced ingredients. Founded by sisters Kristyn and Leanna Carriere, the business focuses on combining indulgence with performance, creating snacks that support endurance, adventure and everyday activity without compromise.

Deschool Online is transforming how students engage with STEM and sustainability programs by connecting classrooms with real-world scientists and industry experts. Deschool delivers hands-on, experiential programs that bridge the gap between theory and practical application. Designed by Ritu Jhaveri to foster curiosity and innovation, Deschool empowers students to tackle real-world challenges and become future changemakers.

Edified Projects Inc. is a Métis woman-owned consulting firm focused on advancing well-being, inclusion and Indigenous engagement across organizations and communities. Founder Alicia Hibbert and her team deliver research, program evaluation, training and strategic support for public, private and nonprofit sectors, with a strong emphasis on Indigenous perspectives. Guided by principles of reciprocity, transparency and community resilience, their work is rooted in uplifting individuals, workplaces and communities.

Lori Casselman and Dr. Romy Nitsch built June Health, a comprehensive virtual care platform designed to support women’s health across all stages of life. Partnering with employers, the platform delivers expert-led, coordinated care that integrates medical, mental health and lifestyle support into one seamless experience. By addressing gaps in women’s healthcare and family well-being, June Health helps improve outcomes, engagement and retention in the workplace.

rax is a Toronto-based peer-to-peer clothing rental app that enables users to borrow, lend, buy and sell items from their wardrobes. Founder Marley Alles, who saw an opportunity to make fashion more sustainable and accessible, built rax as a shared marketplace platform that allows individuals to monetize unused clothing while offering access to high-quality fashion at a fraction of retail cost. With a focus on sustainability, rax promotes circular fashion and reduces waste by extending the life of garments.

Sea Change CoLab is a social impact consultancy helping organizations drive meaningful change in accessibility, equity and workplace culture. Lead by Corrie Melanson, the team partners with leaders across sectors to translate complex goals into practical strategies through training, facilitation and human-centered support. Sea Change CoLab designs customized solutions that foster inclusive systems, including leading the Accessibility Confident Employers (ACE) Project, a province-wide initiative engaging employers across Atlantic Canada to reduce accessibility barriers in the workplace.

Dossier intelligent is an AI-powered platform designed to streamline grant writing and funding discovery for creatives and cultural organizations. Through a suite of intelligent agents, the platform handles everything from identifying relevant funding opportunities to drafting, reviewing and organizing applications. Built by Anaëlle Rakotomavo, for creatives by creatives, Dossier intelligent helps users save time, improve application quality and increase their chances of securing funding.