What's Up Wednesday

'When the first lockdown happened we were stocking up on canned foods and other unhealthy things, We knew we couldn't be the only ones feeling the effects on our diet, so we started this to add some healthy variety that can be delivered,' say the founders of the locally-based Sprout and Bean Market Box

Bernard Verkaaik is hoping to inject some variety onto grocery store shelves while also helping small-batch food producers make it big

The bold project is a way of helping local tourism, hospitality, food and beverage sectors stay strong, says Martin Rydlo

The multi-purpose shop offers coffee and goods, works as office space, and also provides space for pottery classes

Lemonwood founder Christine Peters got hooked on cashmere after purchasing wraps during a trip to Italy

Susan Parker and Bayley Fryer settled into their new location for The Maker's Outpost on Hurontario Street

'I believe when mom is supported, the rest of the family unit is supported too,' said Anna Sinclair, founder of Total Mom Inc. and Total Mom Pitch

One of the newest retail offerings on creative Simcoe Street is also a studio space for a calligrapher

'I know exactly what this group needs because it’s what I needed in all those cities before. And what I need now,' said Ashley Lougheed, founder of Girl Time Inc.

A youth educator is using her own school struggles to teach kids how to see their own potential