#SMALL BUSINESS THAT ROCKS

Shelisa Bainbridge is a true visionary in the world of business. Her inventive approach to leadership training is something that all businesses should take note of. By inverting traditional top-down leadership models, Shelisa enables entry-level leaders to bring about change within their organizations. This is a game-changing way of thinking about leadership, and it is…

Remaking the showroom experience for online browsers is easier than ever before. Home design websites might seem like unique challenges for web developers, but with the right tools and a good team, the results can transform a small business’s website!

Let’s say you’re a local entrepreneur with an incredible product, eye-catching branding, and some convincing copy. This product is selling out on local shelves, new orders are overtaking your inbox, and you’re working hard to keep up with the demand. Now, a national retail chain wants to put your product on shelves across the country,…

We’ve all spent a lot of time getting to know our houses over the course of the recent pandemic. Sheltering in place and working from home has made us fall in love with where we live – but we’ve been staring at the walls so much, we’ve started to notice points to be improved on.…

If you’re anywhere in Southwestern Ontario, you live in an incredible agriculture hot spot that’s connected directly to sensitive ecosystems and resources like the Great Lakes. Supporting the local farms in our area is essential – not to mention delicious. You can probably tell when the food you eat travels thousands of kilometres on a…

Local bookstores get a lot of attention this time of year – as they rightly should – but we shouldn’t forget local authors. Most of them do many jobs: writer, publisher, and bookseller all rolled into one. If you’re looking for something London this Christmas, you couldn’t find something more local than the books of…

All parents know that it is so much fun to dress your little one in special clothes! Every child deserves something just for them – whether it’s pyjamas, a Halloween costume, or a cute little tutu – no matter how old they are! If you’re having some trouble finding the perfect little outfit for your…

Need a change in your life? Sometimes, it’s as simple as rejuvenating your surroundings. The best part? It’s often much easier than you think, especially when you have the help of local #smallbusinessthatrocks, Jessica’s Painting. Combining exceptional skill and customer service, Jessica’s Painting is transforming spaces across our region to give you exactly the change…

  If you live in the Greater Toronto Area, you know that flooding is an all-too-common threat. When torrential rains fall on neighbourhoods around the city, those connected to sewer systems built more than a century ago often expect the nuisance of ankle-deep floodwaters. Unfortunately, this flooding can also affect the basements and ground floors…

    In the last two eventful years, we witnessed some incredible things from selfless people just doing what they do best. For example, when going out became a health hazard for many people in our community, in-home services stepped up to offer medical aid, personal care, and companionship. Many in the city and the…

Plumbing has come a long, long way since the days of ancient Rome. We’re lucky to rely on the systems we have now, but with this convenience comes different complications – now, we have to think about faucets, sinks, flush toilets, sump pumps, and sewage pumps. When one – or all! – of these are…

  Even though the weather’s cooling down, London‘s heating up – the area has become a much-sought-after spot for businesses and home buyers alike. With more than 40 neighborhoods in our fair city, there are many hidden gems out there. Who can you trust to find the best one for you – and at the…