BWA Business Directory

Knifewear quietly opened in March 2008. Since then, their stores have become destinations 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.  Knifewear’s Vancouver location is nestled on Main Street near the Riley Park-Little Mountain neighbourhood – definitely worth the trip from anywhere in the 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…

Reinvigorating pride in Canada’s multicultural background and shared heritage through seasonally-inspired food combined with an exclusive wine list.  At Aiana, humble roots are planted in a desire to bring the abundance of Canada’s food products – many of which grow wild in or around Ottawa – to the forefront of flavourful dishes.  Traditions and techniques long forgotten (yet well loved) 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…

The Corner Content is a boutique production company based in Toronto specializing in content creation. We represent a loaded roster of Canadian and international directors who cover a wide range of styles, points of view and budget sizes. Our directors specialize in everything from comedy, testimonial, fashion, food, animation, special effects, kids, cars and interactive and create unique and engaging Read more…

The Growth & Wellness Therapy Centre was launched in 2019 with the idea of bringing on a group of therapists to create a broader supportive community for both clients and therapists focused on two major components: continued professional growth, and maintenance of individual and family wellness. In May 2019 collaborative conversations with professionals in the area who were interested in Read more…

Knifewear quietly opened in March 2008. Since then, their stores have become destinations 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.  Knifewear Toronto opened in the big smoke (does anyone still call it that?) over the Summer of 2023.  Located in The Annex, they’re 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…

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…

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…

After years of working Service industries, Almanac Grain’s owner Gabrielle Prud’homme had enough – “When I decided to open my own business I vowed never to treat staff the way I was treated” – which is a fairly common thread with BWA Business Owners.  Now, her small and mighty staff creates top quality flour, grain, and baked goods for wholesale Read more…

Dominion City Brewing aims to make delicious, boundary-pushing artisanal beer. Since opening our doors in 2014, we’ve been humbled by the support we’ve received from friends and strangers alike; for us Dominion City has always felt like a community-built brewery. We love our city. It’s part of the reason we’re passionate about designing beer featuring high-quality local ingredients and creating Read more…

Trust our IT experts to implement technology solutions that have advanced the missions of hundreds of Not-for-Profit and For Profit clients both locally, and internationally, for more than 20 years. PeaceWorks Technology Solutions has always had a goal of providing technology solutions to not-for-profit organizations that were unable to afford large and complex IT support from corporate IT providers. It began as a volunteer Read more…

The Saponetti commitment is simple: To provide beautiful, sustainable choices toward a future that relies less and less on petrochemical products. Our business model is built on eliminating waste, preventing plastic from entering landfills and waterways. Like you, we are passionate about returning the environment to a greener era. That’s why our soaps are largely plant-derived, bio-degradable, and either unscented or gorgeously scented – 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…

Canary and Fox is a neighbourhood grocery store and online market located in Toronto’s historic west-end Baby Point neighbourhood. Read more…

SHARE (Shareholder Association for Research and Education) is a leading not-for-profit organization in responsible investment services, research and education. We work with a growing network of institutional investors helping them to become active owners and develop and implement responsible investment policies and practices.  Using shareholder engagement, advisory services, research and education, SHARE—the Shareholder Association for Research and Education—helps investors steward their assets in ways Read more…

Canada Food Centres believes good food can be a transformative force in low-income communities, so we build vibrant, financially stable Community Food Centres that offer high-impact food programs in welcoming community spaces that bring people together to grow, cook, share, and advocate for good food. We believe that collaboration leads to bigger impact, so we act as a central knowledge exchange Read more…

Knifewear quietly opened in March 2008. Since then, their stores have become destinations 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 opened their first Ontario store in Ottawa. Located in the heart Read more…

At ABC Day Nursery, we believe our main responsibility is in providing high quality child care services for the parents of infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. We run highly nurturing child care programs conveniently located in Windsor, to offer the superior child care that your family deserves.   Read more…