holiday show 2007 eco-family spring show 2008
02.October.2007 PRESS RELEASE : Toronto's 1st Green Holiday Show
we support the PLASTIC AIN'T MY BAG CAMPAIGN. please decline PLASTIC BAGS whenever possible.
"Ontarians use almost 80 plastic bags per second - that's close to 7 million bags every day. Reducing the volume of plastic bags that end up in landfills is a top priority for us" - Ontario Environment Minister Laurel Broten
we are a proud member of GREEN ENTERPRISE TORONTO!
What does it mean to be and shop GREEN? It means thinking about how our consumer choices affect our health, our planet, our local community and economy, and each other. When you support your local moms in business and businesses whose products and services are right here, you boost our local economy and you help reduce shipping. When you buy eco-friendly products and services, you help sustain the planet and the demand for such enterprises. When you buy organic and chemical-free goods, you lessen the toxins in your body, home and planet. When you shop from companies that have fair trade and ethical business practices, you support the fair and humane treatment of hardworking people like you.
When you do your shopping for the holidays, SHOP GREEN with us through our mommy-run, local or eco-friendly business that offer products or services for moms, babies, and families. Save time and money by getting your VIP CARD before the Show -- the discount card that entitles you to FREE admission to our Show too for up to 2 adults!
OUR SPECIAL GUESTS:
Leslie will be giving a live talk at our Show at 11:00am. Meet Leslie in person and purchase a signed copy of The Virtuous Consumer too!
LESLIE GARRETT is a National Award-Winning Journalist, Author and Editor, based near Toronto, Canada. Her work has appeared in Chatelaine, Canadian Living, Today’s Parent and many other national publications. Her syndicated column The Virtuous Consumer runs monthly in City Parent, Big Apple Parent, About Families and many other publications. Her latest book was published in June 2007 : The Virtuous Consumer, which is a smart, funny and eco-conscious guide to making ethical puchases.
Erica will be speaking at our Show at 3:00pm. Meet Erica in person and listen to her message of reinvention, creativity and self-empowerment.
ERICA EHM is one of Canada's most recognized personalities. Chosen to be the first female MuchMusic host, she became the voice of her generation. The Yummy Mummy Club website was created by Erica to empower modern mothers. She's also launched the social networking site www.yummyfriends.com and www.yummiestmummy.com. She is the co-creator and host of Yummy Mummy, a parenting show for the music video generation.
Join Erica's Yummy Mummy Club today and find out about groovy give-aways, playful surveys, and sexy tips on how to survive the multi-tasking life of a Yummy Mummy! ...all for FREE!
OUR SPONSORS:
Company : WEE WELCOME
Founder : Maureen Dennis
Website : www.weewelcome.ca
Contact : mdennis@weewelcome.ca
Telephone : 416 - 762 - 0097
The site where moms can find grown up places to go with baby in tow, start or join a moms' group, and read provocative articles on being the mother of a new baby. Our goal is to help Canadian moms get the most out of their babies’ first year—to have a baby and a life.
VIP MOMS will enjoy $5 off each CD that they order from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : NAME YOUR TUNE
Founder : Candace Alper
Website : www.nameyourtune.com
Contact : candace@nyt.ca
Telephone : 905 - 508 - 3633
Name Your Tune is an exciting new children's music compilation that is made-to-order and personalized for each child. Children will hear their name more than 80 times throughout 14 much-loved songs. A great way to enjoy music, have fun, and learn together! A portion from the sales of Name Your Tune CDs is donated to Hear Here, a non-profit charitable foundation that purchases hearing aids for children. Hear Here is administered through The Hospital For Sick Children.
Company : SNAP North Toronto
General Manager : Jey-son Edwards
Website : www.snapnorthtoronto.com
Contact : info@snapnorthtoronto.com
Telephone : 416 - 859 - 7627
SNAP North Toronto is your definitive monthly source for a captivating view of the many community events, celebrations, business gatherings and general daily life in North Toronto!
our Show is:
VIP MOMS will enjoy $25 OFF their first bill when they choose to support GREEN POWER from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : BULLFROG POWER
Website : www.bullfrogpower.com
Contact : fill out contact form online
Telephone : 416 - 360 - 8385
Founded in 2005, Bullfrog Power is a leading provider of 100% green electricity, with service available to Ontario and Alberta residents and businesses. Bullfrog Power provides Canadians with a convenient way to support locally generated renewable power. Our Show is bullfrogpowered with 100% green electricity. That means Bullfrog Power will inject green power onto the Ontario electricity grid to match the amount of power used by this event. You can make the choice to support green power too, simply by signing up online for Bullfrog Power at bullfrogpower.com.
have lunch at the Show!
VIP MOMS will enjoy $5 off ANY LARGE, organic, preservative-free pizza purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : MAGIC OVEN
Founders : Tony & Abby Sabherwal
Website : www.magicoven.com
Contact : tony@magicoven.com
Telephone : 416 - 466 - 0111
The husband and wife team of Tony and Abby Sabherwal are the founding principals of Magic Oven. They use only natural and organic ingredients which are mostly free of additives, sweeteners, colorings, and preservatives. They offer organic spelt pizzas, gluten-free brown rice pizzas, and wholewheat pizza with flax and sprouted grains; organic meats from Beretta Farms in King City; tomato sauces from non-GMO fresh packed, vine-ripened tomatoes; and rennet-free, organic or lactose-free cheeses. Enjoy healthy fare with us at the Show with Magic Oven!
Company: NATURAL LIFE MAGAZINE
Founder : Wendy Priesnitz
Website : www.life.ca
Contact : editor@NaturalLifeMagazine.com
Telephone :1-800-215-9574
Natural Life magazine has been helping people around the world live a greener lifestyle since 1976. It is an independently owned magazine with an international focus, providing intelligent inspiration and in-depth practical information about topics like healthy cooking and organic gardening, sustainable homes, natural parenting, wellness and natural healing, eco-leisure and eco-travel, sustainable business and green living. We are dedicated to helping readers make a positive difference in their own lives and in the health of the Planet.
your baby can also have lunch at the Show!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 33% OFF all organic baby food purchased at the SHOW
Company: HEALTHY SPROUTS
Founder : Tanya Moore
Website : www.healthysprouts.ca
Contact : info@healthysprouts.ca
Telephone : 905 - 665 - 3664
All natural. The way you want your kids to be.™ Quality, organic baby food for your infant. When it comes to your baby’s nutritional habits, you have the right idea. You just don’t always have the time. Luckily, we do. Welcome to Healthy Sprouts - Frozen Organic Baby Food.
on-site babysitting and play area available at the Show!
Company: JUST DUCKY
Founder : Nancy Schmeler
Website : www.justduckyyongekids.com
Contact : nancy@justduckyyongekids.com
Telephone : 416 - 488 - DUCK (3825)
"Mother Goose", a.k.a. Nancy Schmeler is the founding mom of Just Ducky. After frequenting many indoor activity/play facilities in the Greater Toronto Area with my two young daughters, I felt there was a need for this kind of facility in our Yonge & Lawrence neighbourhood. We provide daily drop-in play (Mon-Sat), parent and tot classes, and private birthday parties in a a safe, clean, and bright environment.
onstage interactive workshop by:
HEALTHY FOOD - HEALTHY KIDS - HEALTHY PLANET
Company : REAL FOOD FOR REAL KIDS
Founder : Lulu Cohen-Farrell
Website : www.rfrk.com
Contact : lulu@rfrk.com
Telephone : 416 - 410 - KIDS
Lulu who is a mother of two, founded REAL FOOD FOR REAL KIDS to make a difference in the way our kids are eating in school. RFRK provides healthy catering for kids of all ages -- come and join RFRK on our interactive stage at the Show as they lead a interactive workshop on "Becoming a Body Detective"! Kids are DEFINITELY welcome!
buy your 2008 Resource Directory at the Show!
Company : HELP! WE'VE GOT KIDS
Founders : Shari Wert & Elisa Morton Palter
Website : www.helpwevegotkids.com
Contact : info@helpwevegotkids.com
Telephone : 416 - 444 - 7678
Elisa and Shari started their annual print directory in 1994 when they were both mothers of baby girls. They did some consumer research and discovered that no comprehensive directory for parent-stuff existed, and that parents really wanted one. Help!...We've Got Kids was born! Their website was developed as an adjunct to their highly successful print resource directory.
OUR CHARITY:
Organization : Jesse's Foundation
Founder : Lisa Farquharson
Website : www.jessesfoundation.com
Contact : info@jessesfoundation.com
Telephone : 416 - 859 - 7627
Jesse’s family launched Jesse's Foundation for Music and Dance Therapy, a registered charitable organization, in Jesse’s name as: a way to enrich the lives of others by making music and dance therapy more readily available to help other sick children and their siblings, and a meaningful way to mark the first anniversary of his diagnosis and on-going journey with retinoblastoma a rare form of eye cancer.
OUR MERCHANTS:
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off all jewelry purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : ALLI'S ORIGINALS
Founder :Alli Grosberg
Website : www.allisoriginals.com
Contact : info@allisoriginals.com
Telephone : 905 - 597 - 1538
Mom and jeweller extraordinaire Alli has been making jewellry for over 9 years. Alli's Originals specializes in made to order hand stamped, personalized sterling silver jewellery. Each piece is personalized to the customers specifications. The Princess Charming Collection is all about outwardly celebrating those special relationships ... your children, your grandchildren, your husband, your wife, your boyfriend, your teacher, your friendships, or even your family pet. It's about "wearing your heart on your sleeve".
Company : ALL TIED UP
Founders : Ana and Taylor
Contact : ana@lemonlimekids.ca
Telephone : 416-551-9954 or 416-648-2251
Fun and unique, one-of-a-kind blankets handmade and created by two enterprising Grade 8 friends from Toronto! All Tied Up blankets are hand-tied, double-layered fleece blankets in custom prints and colours. They're perfect for your sofa at home or at the cottage. They even come in a special size for your little one!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off all purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : AROMATIC HEALTH
Founder : Michelle Reynolds
Website : www.aromatichealth.ca
Contact : webcontact@aromatichealth.ca
Telephone : 519 - 498 - 9851
With ten years as a practicing aromatherapist, Michelle uses her knowledge and experience to create safe and natiural essential oil products, and provide consultation services to aid in the healing of the body, mind and spirit. Aromatic Health products are hand made, fresh and have a natural shelf life. All products are cruelty-free and do not contain synthetic fragrances, parabens, petrochemicals or preservatives. Minimal amount of packaging is used and the recycling or reuse of the jars and bottles is encouraged.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off all custom photo creations from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : ANNOUNCING LILY
Founder : Stephanie Buckman
Website : www.announcinglily.ca
Contact : info@announcinglily.ca
Announcing Lily was born soon after the birth of Stephanie's daughter when she created her first original birth announcement. Stephanie uses her passion for design and beauty in her distinctive and unique birth announcements.
Organization : ARTBARN SCHOOL
Founder : Linda McMaster
Website : www.artbarnschool.com
Contact : info@artbarnschool.com
Telephone : 416 - 518 - 6108
The vision for Artbarn School is to utilize neighbourhood environments to provide inspiration for the study of art. Our goal is to educate all ages to be more sensitive to the beauty of the natural and built environment. Drawing inspiration from the world around them, past and present, children and adult students embrace the study of architecture, design and sculpture as well as the more traditional pursuits of drawing and painting.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off a Hand or Foot Casting Kit with a Basic Belly Casting from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : BABY BELLY CASTING
Founder : Roxane O'Brien
Website : www.roxie.ca
Contact : rox@roxie.ca
Telephone : 416 - 535 - 9243
During her eighth month of pregnancy, Roxane made a casting of her Baby Belly (with Paul's help of course) because being pregnant was a momentous lifetime experience for her and she wanted to capture the amazing transformation of her body. Then she figured it could be something other women have always wanted to do for themselves, just like she did. How amazing it is to look at oneself AFTER the baby is born.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: BABY THOUGHTS
Founders : Karla Zamora & Frank Luengo
Website : www.babythoughts.ca
Contact : kzamora@babythoughts.ca
Telephone : 416 - 769 - 5916
BabyThoughts is a Canadian company built with the single purpose to make a positive difference in the lives of new Canadian parents and their babies. BabyThoughts, a place where moms can connect with other moms, get information. and shop for developmental baby toys, was founded by Toronto parents Frank Luengo and Karla Zamora. Their mutual inspiration was their daughter, Isabel.
VIP MOMS will get a FREE Baby Balm sample and enjoy 15% off every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: BARE ORGANICS
Founder : Karen Kerk-Courtney
Website : www.bareorganics.ca
Contact : info@bareorganics.ca
Telephone : 1 - 877 - 683 - 6129
Bare Organics was started by Karen Kerk-Courtney shortly after the birth of her first child. Bare Organics' goal is to do their part in reducing humankind's ecological footprint by empowering and encouraging consumers to: reduce the over-consumption of unnecessary personal care products; make informed purchasing decisions, and; to choose all-natural, organic skin care and baby care products.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off their first purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: BATH-A-HOLIC
Founder : Kathleen Hogg
Website : www.bath-a-holic.com
Contact : bath-a-holic@rogers.com
Telephone : 416 - 888 - 4315
Toronto mom Kathleen of Bath-a-holic makes her own high quality products for those who wish to have as few additives as possible and who love to pamper themselves and those around them. We also provide custom gift baskets, party favours & much more.
Company: BEACHSIDE SOAP
Founder : Pauline Jeanette
Website : Beachside Soap
Contact : beachsidesoap@bellnet.ca
Telephone : 416 - 420 - 4885
Beachside Soaps are made by local Toronto mother of two boys, Pauline Jennett. Using a combination of natural oils, they are beautifully scented and contribute beneficial properties. Botanical's provide the texture, while the essential oils create a pure and gentle cleansing. These all natural handmade soaps come in various flavours.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off all purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: BELLALULUBABY
Founder : Paula Seguin
Website : www.bellalulubaby.com
Contact : paula@bellalulubaby.com
Telephone : 519 - 967 - 9064
Paula is the creative mom of 2 behind Bellalulubaby. A fashion designer by trade, her growing line of baby and infant goods consists of quality handmade cotton ring slings, cozy plush blankets and modish bibs. There is also a selection of fanciful tutus that are sure to complete every little girl’s wardrobe. Visually pleasing and functionally versatile, Bellalulubaby products are ideal for the fashion forward mom who wants to keep her little one in comfort and look good doing it.
B.I.L.Y.
Because I Love You
Company: B.I.L.Y.
Founder : Ruth Krampitz
Contact : ruthk@rogers.com
Telephone : 905 - 824 - 9193
The B.I.L.Y. label will include several collections. China Girl is contemporary fashion, which honours her daughter’s Chinese heritage. Eco Chic will be ‘one of a kind’ pieces with emphasis on reclaimed, reused or sustainable materials. In all collections, the garments will be easy care, comfortable, and above all have a strong fashion statement expressed through high quality fabrics, vibrant colours, unusual cuts or embellishments.
Company : BUDDHA BOARD
Founder : Eric Thrall
Website : www.buddhaboard.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Eric Thrall of Vancouver created and designed the Buddha Board. It is based on the Zen concept of living in the moment. Users simply paint on the surface with water and their creation comes to life. As the water evaporates, the art magically disappears, leaving a clean slate and a clear mind. Buddha Board is environmentally-friendly and will last for years with proper care.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off purchases over $60 from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: BY DESIGN GIFTS
Founder : Tina La Bonte-Gordon
Website : www.bydesigngifts.com
Contact : sales@bydesigngifts.ca
Telephone : 416 - 273 - 8884
Work-at-home mom Tina offers unique, trendy, yet practical gifts and accessories for moms. dads and babies at By Design Gifts. Never-leave-your-home-online shopping is available for baby gifts, diaper cakes, gift baskets, baby accessories, maternity belly bands, natural baby care products, Maus Wear gift sets, Daddy Apron Gift and All Occasion Fruit Baskets. By Design Gifts proudly carries mostly Canadian-made items.
Movement : WE ARE WHAT WE DO
Founders : local volunteers in the UK
Website : www.wearewhatwedo.ca
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
We Are What We Do is a movement. We’d like to inspire people to use their everyday actions to change the world. Whoever they are. And wherever they are. And that includes you. We’ve created 50 simple, everyday actions that can improve our environment, our health, and our communities, making our planet and the people on it much happier. We started by putting these actions in a book, but the whole movement is getting bigger. And bigger.
VIP MOMS will enjoy a FREE 8x10 with ever Standard Session booked from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: CHERRY CORTEZ PHOTOGRAPHY
Founder : Cherry Cortez
Website : www.cherrycortez.com
Contact : info@cherrycortez.com
Telephone : 647 - 400 - 6538
Cherry Cortez is an on-location photographer who specializes in creating lifestyle portraiture for maternity, newborns, babies, children, toddlers and families. Cherry rediscovered her passion for photography when her daughter was born. She began documenting her children’s life with images and the love of the art found her again and Cherry Cortez Photography was born: "I sought to capture my children's everyday moments...now i also seek to Capture Your Everyday Life’.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off DAVISVILLE MOMS PRESENTS events from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: DAVISVILLE MOMS
Founder : Kim Silk
Website : www.davisvillemoms.com
Contact : kim@brightsail.com
Telephone : 416 - 721 - 8955
DavisvilleMoms.com is an online resource for the modern urban family. Headquartered in the Davisville neighbourhood of Toronto, the first Davisville Moms meeting took place at a local cafe in September 2005 with Kim and four other fabulous women who had also recently become mothers. In 2007, Davisville Moms evolved to become an online resource to support the parenting community of more than 200 moms (and growing everyday!) it had built. Having returned in September 2006 to her day job as President of BrightSail Marketing, a firm providing digital media marketing services to Canadian businesses, Kim is finding that her new “baby” is a good complement to her existing client base.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: DESIGNS BY MIMI AND LOLA
Founder : Laura D'Urzo
Website : www.designsbymimiandlola.com
Contact : info@designsbymimiandlola.com
A local mother-daughter venture that started with a love for making unique gifts for their children has grown into a successful personalized, handmade baby blanket business. Mimi and Lola create beautiful and soft baby and toddler blankets, throws, and matching pillows that you can customize by choosing your own colours and patterns, and personalize with your child's name.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: DIAPER-EEZ
Founders : Elva McCurdy & Susan Tomaszewski
Website : www.diaper-eez.com
Contact : diapers@diaper-eez.com
Telephone : 416 - 762 - 5811
Diaper-eez was physically born on October 23, 1995, but the idea grew for many years in the hearts and minds of mother-daughter team Elva and Susan. Elva diapered all of her five children in cotton flannel squares, and when her eldest daughter Susan had her two children, she encouraged Susan to use cotton as well -- it was so easy and inexpensive!!! Today Diaper-eez is not only Toronto's premiere diaper-stop, but also a wonderful place for parents to find organic, natural and unique must-haves for their babies and children.
VIP MOMS will enjoy FREE shipping on orders over $150 from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: DOUDOU BEBE
Founder : Michelle Branco
Website : www.doudoubebe.com
Contact : info@doudoubebe.com
Telephone : 1 - 888 - DOUDOU
doudou bebe was born of the idea that babies really only need their mama’s loving arms, but both mama and baby deserve the very best in gifts from those who care about them: organic cotton toys from Keptin that meet the Oko-Tex standard for textiles; Belleze Belly Bands, a mom-owned-and-designed from merino wool that is sustainably produced and harvested in New Zealand; mother-baby art purchased through an aritsts' co-op.
Company: EARTHCHILD CLOTHING
Founder : Mandy Berman
Website : www.earthchildclothing.ca
Contact : mandy@earthchildclothing.ca
Telephone : 416 - 849 - 1119
Born and raised in Johannesburg, South Africa, Mandy Berman jumped at the chance to bring a little piece of South Africa to her new home by opening Canada’s first EARTHCHILD clothing store in Toronto. EARTHCHILD offers super-soft, organic, 100% natural, crease-free clothes in earth tones for babies and children.
Company: ECHOage
Founder : Debbie Zinman & Alison Smith
Website : www.echoage.com
Contact : info@echoage.com
An ECHOage birthday party is a unique opportunity for you and your child to do something extraordinary - to improve the world - together. Here's how: Guests are invited to an ECHOage birthday party online. Instead of buying a gift, guests are asked to make an online payment of $20. Half of the pooled money will buy One Gift for the birthday child. The other half will support One Cause. Save time. Save money. Save the planet and help other; throw parties that are powered by giving.
Company : ECO-ME
Founder : Robin Kay Levine
Website : www.eco-me.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
When Robin's 36-year-old healthy, athletic, spiritual and nutritionally organic sister was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005, Robin wondered if her sister's cancer might be linked to the pollutants in our environment or toxic chemicals in her home. Eco-Me was born in their quest to develop a line of cleaning kits to help people make their own natural, non-toxic, chemical-free products.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008 .
Company : ECOTOTS
Founders : Nancy DeHart + Peter Chin
Website : www.ecotots.ca
Contact : info@ecotots.ca
Telephone : 416 - 318 - 1501
Ecotots is the brainchild of Toronto parents (to two boys under 2 1/2) Nancy and Peter, who are trying to lead a sustainable, earth-friendly lifestyle. Ecotots features eco-friendly clothing and accessories for babies, toddlers and mom: bamboo crib sheets, organic soy clothing for babies, organic soy and cotton nursing and maternitywear, and much more.
Company : ELISSE'S PIECES
Founder : Elisse Greenspoon
Contact : elisseg@rogers.com
Telephone : 416 - 720 - 1866
Elisse’s Pieces is the creative idea of Elisse Greenspoon. With a desire to stay imaginative during her maternity leave, Elisse was inspired by her daughter Eden, to create whimsical and personalized gifts. As a result, beautiful and unique growth charts and mirrors were created. These stylish decorative pieces feature one-of-a-kind theme designs, name personalizing (even in other languages), and fine attention to detail. “After parents put so much effort into naming their children, it is extra-special to see that name on a beautiful work of art.”
Company : ELLA'S BOTANICALS
Founder : Ella Nunes
Website : www.ellasbotanicals.com
Contact : info@EllasBotanicals.com
Telephone : 416 - 532 -6515
Ella has been making natural, handmade products for over 10 years. She is a trained Herbalist and Aromatherapist, using her creativity and extensive knowledge and passion for botanicals to create products which nourish the body while awakening the senses. Ella's Botanicals offers handmade soaps and super gentle baby products.
More than you expected
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008 .
Company : EMMA'S HEART
Founder : Shanta + Craig Brownridge
Website : www.emmasheart.com
Contact : info@emmasheart.com
Telephone : 1-866-304-EMMA
Emma's Heart prides itself in offering the highest quality and equally high performance products. Because of our strong beliefs in natural living, natural health and protecting our environment, it is important to us that we offer the most natural and organic products when possible.
VIP MOMS will get a $25 gift certificate towards toxic-free cleaning services from ENVIROMAID plus a FREE eco-cleaning kit (BRING YOUR CARD TO THE SHOW AND GET YOUR GIFT CERTIFICATE & KIT RIGHT THERE!)
Company : ENVIROMAID
Founder : Emmanuel Rey
Website : www.enviromaid.ca
Contact : info@enviromaid.ca
As founder of Enviromaid, Emmanuel Rey integrated many of his personal down-to-earth values into the busines and service alternatives which promote the use of natural, toxic-free and eco-friendly products. Enviromaid uses only products containing natural sourced ingredients which are often plant based extracts or minerals.
Company : ENVIROSAX
Founder : Belinda David-Tooze
Website : www.envirosax.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Envirosax is proud to help protect the environment for tomorrow’s offspring by providing an eco-friendly alternative to plastic shopping bags that threaten a healthy eco-system. Envirosax bags help make that change easier by providing a tote that rolls up and becomes a lightweight and portable, 1 oz package. The Envirosax team uses renewable and recyclable products where possible, and is committed to operating on ecologically sustainable principles.
Company : EUGENIX
Founder : Jennifer and Steve Hagey
Website : www.alpacaeugenix.com
Contact : info@alpacaeugenix.com
Telephone : 416 - 252 - 8060
Jennifer and Steve's passion for alpacas led them to create their unique enterprise - eugenix. They pride themselves in offering only the best quality homegrown alpaca products available -- from yarns, rovings and hand-woven scarves to hand-knit baby wear. Warmer than wool and hypo-allergenic, eugenix products are ideal for both you and your little loved one.
VIP MOMS will enjoy a FREE gift valued at $15 with a purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : EVYMAMA
Founder : Sarah Kaplan
Website : www.evymama.ca
Contact : info@evymama.ca
Telephone : 416 - 913 - 0546
Since breastfeeding mom of two Sarah first discovered the advantages of owning nursingwear and baby carriers, she's felt that mothers in a city the size of Toronto deserved a beautiful breastfeeding boutique: a boutique with perfect nursing and maternity garments, bags, and accessories, a nursing lounge, a restroom, a children's play area, and a change table. evymama also holds drop-in latch clinics for breastfeeding troubles and they offer hospital-grade pump rentals. evymama is a shopping oasis for nursing mothers and their little ones. "We're very proud to be Toronto's only breastfeeding boutique!"
Company : FLOURISH JEWELRY DESIGN
Founder : Angela van Straubenzee
Website : www.flourishjewelry.com
Contact : angandhen@sympatico.ca
Telephone : 416 - 485 - 2802
Flourish Jewelry by mom of two Angela is crafted using recycled glass beads from Africa, Indonesian sterling silver, and hand-dyed silk (using eco-friendly dyes). All beads are purchased from registered Fair Trade companies. Flourish is committed to using eco-friendly, Fair Trade, hand-crafted products to create unique pieces full of warmth and beauty.
VIP MOMS will enjoy FREE shipping with their purchase of 2 or more creations from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : FLOWER POT DESIGNS
Founder : Flora Cheung
Website : www.flowerpotdesigns.ca
Contact : hello@flowerpotdesigns.ca
Telephone : 416 - 722 - 6237
FlowerPot Designs was born out of Flora's desire to stay creative during her maternity leave. Inspired by her angel, daughter Kayla, Flora creates whimsical and original kids accessories. FlowerPot Designs Halo Collection features stylish hair clips withone-of-a-kind knitted embellishments, velvet ribbon lining, and a magnetic strip to hold even the finest baby hair The Nursery Knit Collection, launching Fall 2007, features one-of-a-kind knitted toys and kids' wear crafted using 100% certified organic cotton and other natural fibers.
VIP MOMS will enjoy a FREE monogram with every pajama ordered from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : FORTY WINKS
Founder :Tanya Newman
Website: www.forty-winks.ca
Contact : tanya.newman@rogers.com
Telephone : 416 - 483 - 9708
Tanya designs beautiful, traditional-style pajamas and nightgowns made from super-soft polar fleece. Forty Winks has six colours to choose from, and each one is made even more special by monogramming your child's initial on the pocket. Child size 2-12 and Adult size XS-XL.
VIP MOMS will get FREE gift cards with every order over $25 from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : FUZZY SWEATER CREATIVE INC.
Founder : Sara Purves
Contact : info@yourmomma.ca
Telephone : 416 - 941 - 0000
Fuzzy Sweater Creative Inc. was founded by Sara Purves, a graphic designer and mother. These funky, contemporary cards are printed using Canadian papers from the Domtar EarthChoice collection. Care is taken to try use paper with the highest recycled content, optimize print runs effectively to reduce paper waste as well as use soy-based vegetable inks as much as possible. Visit her website to view the collection!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off every order from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: GEMS BY JAEL
Founder :Jael Mallon
Website : www.gemsbyjael.com
Contact : gems_by_jael@sympatico.ca
Telephone : 416 - 986 - 1933
Gems By Jael is a collection of handmade jewelry starting with a wide variety of Murano glass and sterling silver pieces. The main part of the collection is constituted by customized pieces using semi-precious and precious stones with 14k & 18k gold.
Company: GREEN IS BLACK
Founder : Kerry MacMullin
Website : www.greenisblack.ca
Contact : info@greenisblack.ca
Telephone : 1 - 866 - 550 - GisB
green is black retails women's and men’s clothing, shoes and accessories created by cutting-edge designers who use hemp, organic cotton, bamboo, and soy, as well as reclaimed, recycled and vintage materials. We only deal with manufacturers who employ fairly paid labour practices, eliminating the dilemma of choosing between fashion and ethics.
VIP MOMS will ENJOY 10% OFF with every purchase from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: GREENGIRLS
Founder : Jodi Fremlin
Website : www.greengirls.ca
Contact : greengirls@rogers.com
Telephone : 647 - 233 - 8004
greengirls.ca was grown from its Jodi's appreciation for Canada's natural beauty, the love of a cute outfit or cool handbag and a belief that it is possible to protect and embrace both. Motherhood also has a way of making one more aware of mother earth herself and the future one is creating for one's child. Wanting to do better on both fronts, Jodi began to research and source other Canadians who had chosen to walk the walk (treading lightly of course)...and so greengirls.ca was born.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off all jewelry purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: ICY JEWELRY
Founder : Christina Santolin
Website : www.icyjewelry.etsy.com
Contact : icyjewelry@gmail.com
Telephone : 416 - 752 - 9019
First-time mom Christina has been making jewelry by hand for 15 years. Icy Jewelry pieces, much like us moms, perform multi-functions: for example a two strand necklace that can be worn together, separably, or one of the necklaces can be used a multi-strand bracelet. Other handmade pieces include teething necklaces and mother bracelets.
VIP MOMS will enjoy FREE shipping on all 8x10 original wall art ordered from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: JESSE BOY BLUE
Founder : Barbara de Guzman
Website : www.jessieboyblue.com
Contact : jessieboyblue@sympatico.ca
Telephone : 905 - 441 - 4998
Jessie Boy Blue offers original wall art and personalized stools for children. Each piece is painted by artist, Barbara de Guzman . A colourful and fun addition to any nursery, playroom, bedroom or classroom! Surround your child with art that can teach, amuse and inspire! Custom requests are also welcome to suit your child’s unique interests.
VIP MOMS will enjoy $5 off every CD ordered from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : JUST FOR ME MUSIC
Founder : Mark Alexander
Website : www.justforme.com
Contact : mark@justforme.com
Telephone : 416 - 624 - 5299
Just for Me Music creates personalized collections of classic children's songs redone like you’ve never heard before. Each CD is customized with your child’s name on the cover, on the disc, and sung in every song. One dollar from each sale is donated to SickKids Hospital.
VIP MOMS will enjoy $50 off a minimum of 5 sessions booked from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008. Area restrictions apply.
Company : KEEPING HOUSE
Founder : Lorene Tortolo
Website : www.keepinghouse.ca
Contact :lorene@keepinghouse.ca
Telephone : 416 - 827 - 6162
Mother of one and former Personal and Executive Assitant Lorene is the founding force behind keepingHOUSE -- an environmentally conscious residential cleaning company with a holistic approach. For busy households, keepingHOUSE offers an all encompassing approach to housekeeping providing a quality, detailed and environmentally responsible range of housekeeping services.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off all purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : KEM BABY DESIGNS
Founders : Liza Sheppard, Fanny Dunagan, and Phoebe Fu
Website : www.kembaby.com
Contact : info@kembabydesigns.com
Telephone : 647 - 999 - 0289
Born when three friends gave birth to their own babies (Koen, Emma and Mia), KEM Baby Designs encourages the little ones and those around us to celebrate the world and all that it has to offer. Their onesies and tees with unique designs have inspiring messages that encourage all of us to love and care for our beautiful planet.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off programme registration fees from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008.
Company : KIDNASIUM
Founder : Bela Spick
Website : www.kidnasium.ca
Contact :info@kidnasium.ca
Telephone : 416 - 480-2608
Kidnasium programs help build self-esteem, self-confidence, social skills, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and rythmic creativity by teaching basic gymnastic skills in a fully equipped gym setting. We teach structured lessons that will enhance listening skills in a fun and interactive program for your child. We are located at 745 Mount Pleasant Road, Second Floor, Toronto, Ontario.
Company : KLEAN KANTEEN
Founder : Jeff & Michelle Creswell
Website : www.kleankanteen.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
The toxin-free, non-leaching stainless steel alternative to plastic! The reusable, lightweight, and risk free stainless steel Klean Kanteen™ was introduced in 2004 to encourage better health, hydration, and environmental responsibility.
Company : LAPTOP LUNCHES
Founders : Tammy Pelstring and Amy Hemmert
Website : www.laptoplunches.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Founded by moms Tammy and Amy, Laptop Lunches makes sustainable and lead-free bento boxes designed to help families pack nutritious, environment-friendly, litterless lunche using the safest materials. Their mission is to create fun, practical food containers and user guides that promote better nutrition and waste reduction.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off all original children's art ordered from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: LEMONLIMEKIDS
Founder : Lisa Fabregas
Website : www.lemonlimekids.ca
Contact : lisa @lemonlimekids.ca
Telephone : 416 - 483 - 0913
Lisa, a mom of 2 and a black belt inTae Kwon Do, is the artist and creative force behind Lemonlime Kids. Lemonlime Kids creates refreshing art for your discerning child -- hand-painted unique, one-of-a-kind pieces of art for your child’s bedroom, playroom or nursery.
Company: LET'S GIVE
Founder : Jill Unger
Website : www.letsgive.org
Contact : info@letsgive.org
Telephone : 416 - 637 - 8424
Letsgive.org started as the result of Jill's now 7 year old daughter always picking her and her husband's pockets for loose change. She would donate her finds to whatever the charity "box" was in the store we were at or group collecting for a cause outside one of the big box stores. We are a green company selling a natural Canadian-made product with amazing appeal to all ages. We have decided to use our product as a means to raise money for charities that benefit children. A percentage is donated from the sale of our "Letters in Leather" engraved leather items.
VIP MOMS will enjoy $5 off all products purchased online from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: The LIANDREA Co.
Founders : Lianne Castelino & Andrea Howick
Website : www.liandrea.com
Contact : info@liandrea.com
Telephone : 416 - 467 - 4674
The Liandrea Company creates original, exceptional how-to DVDs, gifts and other products that parents can use as learning and reference tools. Created by Lianne and Andrea -- both moms themselves and journalists -- the award-winning Bringing Baby Home DVD is a comprehensive baby-care guide that features a gentle parenting style. For older babies, The Liandrea Co. developed Yummy in the Tummy, a complete DVD on the best way to introduce solid foods to your baby.
VIP MOMS will enjoy FREE SHIPPING on all orders in Ontario from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: LITTLE SQUEAKY FEET
Founder : Stephanie Pagliaro
Website : www.littlesqueakyfeet.com
Contact : squeakyfeet@rogers.com
Telephone : 416 - 909 - 1421
Ontario mom Stephanie is the innovative brain behind these adorable canvas and leather shoes that squeak with each step -- squeaks that cheer on pre-walkers as they toddle along. The shoes have velcro straps, come in a kaleidescope of colours for boys and girls and yes, the squeakers ARE removable!
Company: MABEL'S LABELS
Founder : Julie Cole
Website : www.mabel.ca
Contact : info@mabel.ca
Telephone : 1-866-30-MABEL
Mabel's Labels is the brainchild of mother of five Julie Cole. Mabel’s Labels is the first company in North America to develop and market personalized labels for children..labels for the stuff that kids lose. We are the original Canadian label!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off all murals commissioned from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: MAGIC ON THE WALL
Founder : Agnes Koenecka
Website : www.magiconthewall.com
Contact : agnes@magiconthewall.com
Telephone : 905 - 281 - 8218
Agnes' mural painting career began 3 years ago when she decided to paint a mural on her daughter's bedroom walls. Today, Agnes has transformed many other children's bedrooms into an extraordinary place of pure joy, fun and inspiration. Magic Murals offers lots of different themes for your child's bedroom, as well as custom designs to suit your needs and vision.
Company: MELT
Founder : Diana Kirzner
Website : www.meltchocolate.ca
Contact : yum@meltchocolate.ca
Telephone : 416 - 480 9982
Another fantastic first in Toronto! A socially, environmentally and politically aware company that offers all natural cookies, cupcakes and chocolate...MELT CHOCOLATE!
Company: METTE VANGSO PLEASURE PILLOW
Founder : Mette Vangso
Website : www.mettevangso.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Pleasure Pillows provide luxurious comfort, naturally. Mette Vangso Designs in San Francisco is taking healing pillow therapy to the next level with beautiful fabrics. Filled with organic buckwheat, flaxseed and natural ingredients including
lavender, chamomile, and other herbs and flowers that support natural healing, they provide therapeutic relief and comfort...heated or chilled.
Company: MY MUNCHKIN
Founder : Sue Mackenzie
Website: www.mymunchkin.ca
Contact : mymunchkin@yahoo.ca
Telephone : 705 - 378 - 1906
My Munchkin specializes in high-quality unique products for both baby and mom. Shortly after having her first baby, Sue noticed that there are many fun, stylish and functional products that need to be made available for moms. My Munchkin's current products are: Stylish Baby Slings, Sling Blankies, Luxury Baby/Toddler Blankets, Mommy Necklaces, Luxury Tag Toys, Chic Diaper Clutches, Burp Cloths. Each product is handmade and designed by Sue, a work-at-home mom!
Company : NELLIE'S LAUNDRY
Founder : James Roberts (Nellie is his mom!)
Website : www.nellieslaundry.com
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Vancouver-based Nellie's™ Laundry Products are a natural, non-toxic solution for today's laundry needs. Unscented and hypoallergenic -- perfect for baby clothes and sensitive skin! A plus: they have really sassy retro packaging that makes giving laundry soap as a gift totally cool!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 25% off slings purchased directly from Payapa from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: PAYAPA
Founder : Elizabeth Arzadon
Website : www.payapa.ca
Contact : payapa_pod@yahoo.ca
Telephone : 647 - 393 - 1310
Payapa (adj) Tagalog: tranquil, peaceful, calm. Payapa slings were created for the modern woman – chic and practical. Made from beautifully patterned silk on the outside, Payapa’s winter slings are fully lined to keep your baby warm and cosy in a luxuriously fluffy cocoon… in summer, the same beautiful silk is lined with crisp 100% cotton - soft and absorbent so your baby stays cool and happy. Our slings are simply designed, with no straps, no wrapping, no complicated instructions. Payapa donates a portion of our profits to help support the Rainbow Village Ministries, an organization that cares for orphaned, mistreated and disadvantaged children in the Philippines.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: PEEK A BABY
Founders : Catherine Kim & Christine Lee
Website : www.peekababy.ca
Contact : info@peekababy.ca
Stay-at-home moms Catherine and Christine founded the online Canadian baby store, Peekababy.ca. This one-stop-shop features eco-friendly products such as Argington nursery furniture and Sage Creek Organic Cotton baby clothes. Also available are Born Free baby bottles which are Bisphenol-A-Free to protect your little bundles. Shop at www.Peekababy.ca for delivery to your door!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 20% off regular-priced merchandise purchased from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: PERRYWINKLES KIDS
Founder : Graciela + Maria Montero
Website : www.perrywinkleskids.com
Contact : info@perrywinkleskids.com
Telephone : 416 - 322 - 5791
Mother and daughter team Graciela and Maria are the founding mothers and creative minds behing the beautiful hand-smocked dresses of PerryWinkles Kids. Inspired by their own daughters and granddaughters, Graciela and Maria design all the dresses themselves.
Company : PIPPALILY
Founder : Victoria Turner
Website : www.pippalily.com
Contact : victoria@pippalily.com
Telephone : 416 - 944 - 9751
Baby-wearing mom Victoria created her own line of stylish and sensible slings after her daughter was born. Each Pippalily sling is hand made and lined with 100% cotton for your baby's comfort. Aware of all the psychological and developmental benefits of baby wearing, Pippalily provides a stylish survival tool and a simple solution to help moms manage baby-wearing life!
Company : PLANETARY DESIGN
Founder : Kevin Haveron
Website : www.planetarydesign.us
Contact : lisa@bordencom.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6489
Planetary Design offers nearly indestructible, stunning, stainless steel French press mugs - healthy and litterless! It's a healthy and stylish way to stop using disposable coffee cups!
Company : P.S. TEES
Founders : Patricia Brennan & Sandra Rocchio
Website : www.pstees.ca
Contact : info@pstees.ca
Telephone : 416 - 830 - 0511
Moms Patricia and Sandra's mission at p.s.tees is to sift through the negative imagery that pervades our world and produce t-shirts that matter. Our t-shirts have positive messages aimed to boost morale, confidence and spirits. p.s.tees are t-shirts with purpose, t-shirts for the human spirit. As part of their mission, p.s.tees donates a portion of all sales to non-profit charities NEDIC (National Eating Disorder Information Centre) and SickKids Foundation.
Company : PURE KNOW HOW
Founders : Patti Murphy + Tamey McIntosh
Website : www.pureknowhow.com
Contact : patti@pureknowhow.com
Patti and Tamey live on the same street in an older neighborhood in urban Ottawa, Canada. In the fall of 2005, Patti was diagnosed with breast cancer. As Patti waded into "the cancer world" as she called it, to undergo treatment, she learned a lot – including the link between breast cancer and known toxins in the common products that affect hormones, especially estrogen. Tamey and Patti looked for a practical way to get credible information that is accessible and easy to understand and Pure Know How was born.
Company : RECYCLED PLANET
Founders : Helen Mindel and Jodi Tannembaum
Website : www.recycledplanet.ca
Contact : info@recycledplanet.ca
Telephone : 416 - 464 - 7663
Recycled Planet was founded by Helen Mindel and Jodi Tanenbaum, a mother and daughter team looking to make a difference in the world. Our stylish bags are made of recycled juice boxes, which are being diverted from overflowing landfills. The bags come from a co-op of women in the Philippines who, with almost no capital, set up a Livelihood Project to support themselves. By purchasing goods from Recycled Planet, you are supporting fair trade while at the same time making an important contribution to helping our planet.
Company : SMUDGEPOT COSMETICS
Founder : Michelle Palmer
Website : www.smudgepotcosmetics.com
Contact : info@smudgepotcosmetics.com
Telephone : 416 - 809 - 5859
Smudgepot Cosmetics -- vegan-friendly products created with compassion and integrity -- was founded in 2003 by Michelle Palmer. Smudgepot Cosmetics is a socially-conscious company that never uses animals for ingredients or testing purposes, and they only work with like-minded suppliers. All Smudgepot products are made by hand in small, made-to-order batches, and are free of chemicals, as well as synthetic dyes and perfumes. Packaging is kept to a minimum and all materials can be recycled or reused.
VIP MOMS will enjoy 15% off all purchases from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : SOLEADO CASA
Founder : Tracey Hodges
Website : www.soleadocasa.com
Contact : info@soleadocasa.com
Telephone : 416 - 655 - 7305
Chief Mama Tracey founded Soleado Casa, a company dedicated to sustainable living. Soleado Casa provides organic and natural products to help reduce the chemicals in your home and replace disposables with reusables. Through these actions Soleado Casa hopes to make your home a safer place to live, while doing what they can to help minimize waste.
Company : SOME THINGS COZY
Founder : Suze Katz
Website : www.somethingscozy.com
Contact : info@somethingscozy.com
Telephone : 905 - 881 - 5441
Some Things Cozy offers custom home décor. Founder Suze has made a name for herself with her hand-made wool blankets crafted from recycled sweaters. The secret to Suze's trademark blankets is a unique process that consists of putting
old sweaters through a high-heat wash-and-dry to get the wool back to its original form. From here, she transforms the salvaged material into treasures bordering on art--from exciting retro pillows that echo the free spirit of the ‘70s to soothing blankets designed for infants inspired by children, nature, and colour.
Company : SUGAR SNAP PORTRAITS
Founder : Tara Clemens
Website : www.sugarsnapportraits.com
Contact : tara@sugarsnapportraits.com
Telephone : 647 - 988 - 3723
Creative, memorable and adorable maternity and children's photography for your Pea in the Pod and little Sweet Peas! Tara's studio is relaxed and comfortable...your sweet peas can come and play, snack, or even nap if needed! In-home or location portrait appointments are also available. Love your pictures!
VIP MOMS will enjoy 10% off plus FREE shipping from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : SWEET MEMORIES QUILT
Founder :Jennifer Ois
Website : www.sweetmemoriesquilts.com
Contact : info@sweetmemoriesquilts.com
Telephone : 416 - 568 - 7452
Mom Jennifer's mission is to make quilting cool again and to help people take a step back from our "throw away society" and once again appreciate the quality of hand-crafted art. Turn your baby's favourite blankie into a beautiful new quilt! All quilts are 100% custom, 100% unique and handmade locally in Toronto. Make Your Own Quilt Classes are also being held starting in September 2007.
Company : SWEETPEA BABY FOOD
Founders : Tamar Wagman & Eryn Green
Website : www.sweetpeababyfood.com
Contact : info@sweetpeababyfood.com
Telephone : 416 - 484 - 6466
Lifelong friends Tamar and Eryn conceived Sweetpea Baby Food in the summer of 2004 Tamar and her husband (a trained chef) were experimenting with unique food combinations and freezing them in ice cube trays. Soon thereafter, Sweetpea Baby Food was born. All varieties are wheat free and soy free, with no artificial flavours or preservatives, and no salt, fillers, or modified sugars and starches.
Company : SWEET WILLIAM
Founder : Lynn Tesolin
Telephone : 519 - 972 - 1411
Lynn Tesolin is the creative force behind Sweet William Gourmet Cookies which features an array of delicious sugar-based cookies designed to suit your event of choice. Her delicious delights and artistic designs are sure to please the eye and excite the palate. Every occasion deserves to be sweet!!
VISIT TARA'S BOOTH AT THE SHOW AND GET YOUR CHILD'S PICTURE TAKEN WITH SANTA!
VIP MOMS will a FREE mini album with any session booked from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company : TARA SINCLAIR HINGCO ART & DESIGN
Founder : Tara Sinclair Hingco
Website : www.artanddesign.ca
Contact : tarahingco@artanddesign.ca
Telephone : 905 - 999 - 4278
Tara Hingco is an award-winning fine artist that specializes in studio and on-location photography for pregnancy, babies, children and families. Her modern and unique style blends a mixture of classic portraiture with contemporary details. Tara's photography is simply a celebration of life and aims to capture the beauty and essence of who her subjects are through details, expressions and honest interaction.
Company: TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES
Founder : Edna Ruth Byler
Toronto Store : Barb or Robyn
Website : www.tenthousandvillages.ca
Contact : toronto@villages.ca
Telephone : 416 - 932 - 1673
Ten Thousand Villages is a not-for-profit, self-supporting Fair Trade Organization (FTO). FTOs are non-governmental organizations designed to benefit artisans, not to maximize profits. They market products from handicraft and agricultural organizations based in low-income countries, providing consumers with products that have been fairly purchased from sustainable sources.
WATCH THE KIDS' LIVE TAE KWON DO DEMONSTRATION ON OUR STAGE!
Company: TIGER KIM'S MARTIAL ARTS
Founder: Sr Master James Tiger Kim
Headmaster: Master A. Shekib Foroughi
Website : www.tigerkims.ca
Contact : masterforoughi@tigerkims.ca
Telephone : 416 - 440 - 1881
Tiger Kim's Martial Arts Academy is a life skills school of black belt and beyond where attitude and discipline come hand in hand with technique. We promote self-control, patience, integrity, honesty, kindness, respect, perseverance and indomitable spirit. Programs for children and adults teach technique as well as focus, concentration and self-discipline.
Company: THE MOMPRENEUR
Founder : Kathryn Bechthold
Website : www.themompreneur.com
Contact : kcsl@shaw.ca
Telephone : 403 - 201 - 3327
Chief Mompreneur Kathryn Bechthold trademarked the term "mompreneur" in Canada. The Mompreneur Magazine and Networking Group provides information, education and inspiration to moms eager to start or develop their businesses while balancing their roles as mothers. The Mompreneur endeavours to create an environment of sharing, support and encouragement to our members through our magazine, our seminars and webinars, and our online forums.
VIP MOMS will receive FREE shipping anywhere in Canada on purchases over $50 plus FREE books on orders over $100 from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: USBORNE BOOKS
Supervisor : Lucy Ann Stoop
Website : www.usborne.ca
Contact : lastoop@sympatico.ca
Telephone : 1 - 866 - 344 - READ
Experience the incredibly vibrant and informative children's books that win awards around the world... loved by parents and educators, cherished by kids of all ages and honoured by the publishing industry. Founded by Peter Usborne in 1975, Usborne Publishing has grown into one of the world’s leading children’s book publishers, with translations in almost ninety languages and masses of awards.
WATCH and PARTICIPATE IN THE LIVE WEE HANDS DEMONSTRATION ON OUR STAGE!
Company: WEE HANDS™
Founder : Sara Bingham
Website : www.weehands.com
Contact : info@weehands.com
Telephone : 1-866-746-7446
Sara is the proud mom of two signing wee ones: Joshua, age 6 years, and Sabrina, age 4 years. WeeHands™ was born in 2001 in Sara's empty dining room.WeeHands™ classes teach parents how to use American Sign Language vocabulary with their babies, no made up signs here!
VIP MOMS will receive $25 OFF a double 4x6 shadow box or larger, or off the purchase of any statue from Sept 1, 2007 - Aug 31st 2008
Company: WEE PIGGIES AND PAWS
Founder : Debbie Corneilus
Website : www.weepiggies.com
Contact : toronto@weepiggies.com
Telephone : 416 - 686 - 1423
Wee Piggies and Paws specializes in capturing all those adorable wrinkles and dimples of your child's unique handprints and footprints. Founded 4 years ago by Ontario mom of 2 Debbie, Wee Piggies and Paws has grown exponentially. They now offer moms the opportunity to work from home and is currently the only Canadian Franchise of its kind -- one of the few franchise systems without franchise fees or royalties!
Company: YOUR KITCHEN COACH
Founder : Anne Bergman
Website : www.yourkitchencoach.ca
Contact : info@yourkitchencoach.ca
Telephone : 416 - 767 - 1031
Newly diagnosed allergies or other health concerns may require you to change the way you plan your meals, shop for groceries and cook. Food stress at 5 pm, picky eating, meal planning and preparation can likeweise be challenging. Your Kitchen Coach is Anne Bergman -- she will help you gain clarity, confidence and control in your kitchen.
Company: ZAIDA BABY
Founder : Sandy Jamieson
Website : www.zaidababy.com
Contact : sandy@zaidababy.com
Telephone : 519 - 742 - 3888
Capturing the miracle of pregnancy is so beautiful...and with a growing life inside of you, what's not to celebrate? Zaida Baby - My First Keepsake celebrates the evolution of woman, the beauty of pregnancy and is a refreshing twist to the baby books currently on the market. Canadian-made, printed on recycled paper and FSC approved!
_______________________________________________________________________________booths for this show are SOLD OUT -- click here and to reserve your booth for our Eco-family Spring Show on May 31/2008 today! contact us anytime for any queries.
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