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Homegrown Business: Liquid Gold Tasting Bar & All Things Olive

May 25, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Darryn Steeves and his wife Jackie didn’t just buy a business when they took over Liquid Gold Tasting Bar & All Things Olive in September 2025 — they bought into a mission. After a decade […]

Homegrown Business: Peter Llewellyn of Shoreline Design

May 18, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Peter Llewellyn spent years climbing the corporate ladder before realizing something was missing — the simple, profound satisfaction of making something with his own hands. So he walked away, picked up a carving tool, and […]

Homegrown Business: Nathalie Rousseau of ROUSSEAU Chocolatier

May 11, 2026 Emilea Semancik

Nathalie Rousseau didn’t set out to solve a problem — she set out to fill a feeling. Together with her husband, Julien, a French Master Chocolatier, she built ROUSSEAU Chocolatier from the ground up in […]

Homegrown Business: Anna Campbell of The Loot

May 4, 2026 Alexis Bain

The Loot is a curated vintage clothing store specializing in 90s and early 2000s fashion. The business is dedicated to making unique, high-quality, and sustainable style accessible to a new generation. We spoke with Anna […]

Homegrown Business: Iwona Tatarkiewicz of Cheerfetti Gift Co.

April 27, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Founded with heart during the pandemic and built to last well beyond it, Cheerfetti Gift Co. is a Dartmouth-based online gifting business helping people show up for one another—no matter the distance. Created by founder […]

Homegrown Business: Erin Ferguson of Trainyard General Store

April 20, 2026 admin

The Trainyard General Store is a vibrant, community-oriented shop located in Downtown Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Specialising in Canadian-made giftware, the store features pottery, art prints, stationery, books, jewellery, sweets, and more. With over 200 creators […]

Homegrown Business: Greg & Maureen Fownes of Joy and Fury Art

April 13, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Born from a shared leap of faith and a deep belief that art can make the world brighter, Joy and Fury Art is a Halifax-based creative studio turning bold ideas into vibrant prints, cards, stickers, […]

Homegrown Business: North Brewing

April 6, 2026 Bronwyn Lewis

North Brewing brews thoughtful and creative craft beers while also providing inclusive gathering spaces for the community at three Halifax locations. Actually, they brew more than just beer. North Brewing also serves and sells seltzers, […]

Homegrown Business: Ian Broscoe of Total Donut Solutions

March 30, 2026 admin

Total Donut Solutions is a haven for pastry enthusiasts, celebrated for its artisanal donuts and croissants, all meticulously crafted from scratch. Beyond their mouth-watering baked goods, they also offer a full espresso menu, making it […]

Homegrown Business: Beth Ardron of Poison Pear

March 23, 2026 Demian Vernieri

Bold, playful, and thoughtfully made, Poison Pear is a Halifax-area brand specializing in hand-printed, handmade clothing and accessories designed for comfort, style, and sustainability. With soft, breathable fabrics and nature-inspired prints, the brand creates feel-good […]