BWA Business Directory

Tandem Innovation Group was launched in 2017 by Renee Mitchell and Tania Lo.  Their consultancy helps businesses reimagine how they fill their talent gaps by matching growing businesses with fractional talent in finance, accounting, people & ops, marketing, digital systems and more. Their business cultivates co-creators, not management consultants.  Tandem helps bring on fractional expertise and back office support as a Read more…

The Artery Community Roasters is a roastery in Ottawa hiring people living with disabilities, paying a living wage and building a culture of respect. In Artery’s own words: “We love two things at The Artery Community Roasters, helping people living with disabilities find worthwhile employment, and freshly roasted speciality coffee. Oh, and we also love pizza, our dog Artie and Read more…

Evenings and Weekends is a values driven consultancy. We recognize that every project, situation, campaign and initiative is different, so we approach each with the uniqueness and curiosity that they deserve. ​As part of our organizational commitment to reconciliation and mending relations, 5% of the revenue from all projects are donated to The Circle on Philanthropy, an organization focused on advancing Read more…

The Spaniel’s Tale Bookstore is Ottawa’s newest independent bookstore, serving Hintonburg, Wellington Village, Westboro, Mechanicsville, Little Italy, and beyond. We offer a curated selection of contemporary fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, with an emphasis on supporting local and Canadian authors and artisans. Our mission To be a good neighbour, offer thought-provoking reads, inspire lifelong learning, and bring our community even Read more…

Ouid is a cannabis accessories brand launched in 2019 by a small group of friends. We set out to solve a common problem: we love to smoke weed, but we don’t like getting too high. Our first products were herbal smoking blends. The idea was to provide people with a mix they could use to customize their joints the same Read more…

Somewhere Inn Calabogie is a redesigned motel nestled amongst the stunning lakes, forests, and mountains of the Ottawa Valley. We are an escape from everyday life where your usual stresses dissolve and new outdoor adventures await – best enjoyed with those most important to you. Inspired by our natural surroundings, our oversized rooms are designed for mellow mornings, complete with Read more…

With global cuisine and a beverage program that evoke a sense of place while focusing on low- and no-waste preparations, the Dispatch restaurant team will show you the way to a place that feels foreign, yet familiar. Located on Niagara’s wine route in the grassroots arts district of downtown St. Catharines, Ontario, Dispatch offers an elevated, Australian-inspired culinary and hospitality Read more…

At Tapmaster we believe that a product should not only look good, but function perfectly as well. Designing a product that works is just the beginning. It takes dedicated staff, quality materials and rigorous quality control to ensure that every product gets to our customer working properly and continues to exceed expectations through years of hard use. Tapmaster Incorporated was Read more…

Knifewear Calgary quietly opened in March 2008. Since then, their flagship store has become a destination and hang-out for those who love Japanese steel and are addicted to sharp.  Knifewear’s dedication to high quality cutting is equal to their passion for people.  As their flagship store has grown to multiple locations across Canada, they’ve continued with great employment practices – Read more…

Nestled in the heart of Muskoka, Muskoka Brewery handcrafts premium beers as unique and refreshing as the region they’re from. Founders Gary McMullen and Kirk Evans kicked open the doors of Muskoka Brewery in June of 1996. Currently owned and operated by Todd Lewin and Bob MacDonald, what started as a very small and dedicated team has quickly grown to Read more…

Grosche International is your #1 source for quality coffee, tea, water, and kitchen accessories. We are a Social Enterprise and certified B Corporation on a mission to do good in the world, by funding efforts with our lines of French Press coffee makers, Infuser teapots, and water infusion related kitchen accessories that we design and bring to you. We started Read more…

Since 1988, Neal Brothers Foods has provided families all over Canada with better for you snack options, we offer variety of delicious snack food items and condiments that have the ability to bring family and friends together. With creative approach to flavour and food, we dare to be different. A 60-second four-part crash course on the Neal Brothers, Chris & Read more…

Since opening our doors in 2014, Gardenzilla has continued to serve Midtown Toronto and East York with the best-rated lawn and garden services in Toronto. What’s our secret? Doing good work is easy when you hire exceptional people.  We’re proud to introduce you to the amazing team of gardeners, landscapers and office staff that make up Gardenzilla. Owner Michael Chudy Read more…

IRegained stands united in our dreams to help stroke patients reclaim their lives.  A stroke or traumatic brain injury is a life-changing event. Reversing its effects can be one too. We can’t undo the stroke but we can help with the process of recovery. The products and services offered by IRegained, address the physical rehabilitation needs (primarily hand function) of Read more…

Flow Office Wisdom is the brainchild of April Burrows, an inspirational idealist business-hippy, and was assisted into fruition by the enthusiasm and ridiculous positive thinking of Crystal Wilson. As a leader, trying to build a business and have an impact, the day to day can feel like an uphill battle; like you have an idea of where you want to Read more…

Le Prix is a fun-loving sustainable women’s fashion and lifestyle company (pronounced Luh Pree) based in Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. We carry modern pre-loved and new clothing, shoes and accessories from around the world. We also curate upcycled, zero-waste, sustainable and ethically made products that will improve your life and encourage a sustainable lifestyle. You can shop by walk-ins in-store, online, Read more…

TWB Co-operative Brewing (aka Together We’re Bitter) aims to provide the community of Kitchener-Waterloo with fresh, hand-crafted beer in a relaxed, interesting, inclusive space. We craft delicious beers inspired by styles from around the world, and infused with quality ingredients and care. As a multi-stakeholder co-operative, we’re running things a little differently. Workers and community supporters own the business and Read more…

LiisBeth is a Canadian, women-led, membership based nonprofit, trans-inclusive intersectional feminist media enterprise with a global outlook based in tkaronto (Toronto), Ontario, the traditional lands of the Wendat, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinabek, and the Mississaugas of the New Credit. We publish an open-access monthly digital magazine (two-five features) and subscriber only newsletter for new economy women/LGBTQIA+ entrepreneurs, creators, innovators, leaders and Read more…

All of First Fish’s Arctic Char and Turbot is wild caught off the coast of Baffin Island Nunavut, from the pristine waters of the Canadian Arctic. Baffin Island, Nunavut is the largest island in Canada and the fifth largest island in the world. Despite the size, the 8 hamlets on the Island have a total population of 14,355, 85% of whom Read more…

Working Women Community Centre is a women-focused settlement agency that provides support to newcomers in Toronto. We have been making a difference in the lives of Toronto’s immigrant women and their families since 1974. For over 4 decades, we have worked to provide access to the right programs and services that build healthy communities. From settlement counseling and community initiatives Read more…