Celebrating Canadian businesses that put community first.
We shine a spotlight on homegrown companies that are making a difference by
sourcing local products, creating local jobs, and giving back to the communities they call home.
From coast to coast, these businesses represent the heart of Canada:
innovative, resilient, and deeply rooted in the places they serve.
Join us as we profile the people and stories behind these proudly local enterprises
and discover why buying Canadian isn’t just good for business, it’s good for all of us.
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Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local: Lacey's Furniture and Mattress Centre
It's 'Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local Day' We are profiling Erin Lacey of Lacey's Furniture and Mattress Centre in Smiths Falls. Lacey's has been a staple in the Town of Smiths Falls for 35 years, building relationships and engraining themselves in t...
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Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local: Burns Jewelers
It's 'Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local Day' We are profiling Tom Burns of Burns Jewelers in Perth and Carleton Place, which is celebrating 100 years of business this year. Tom says his grandfather bought it in 1925 and the rest is history. Tom makes s...
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Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local: Maximilian's Restaurant
It's 'Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local Day' We are profiling Kevin Van Dusen of Maximilian's Restaurant, an institution in Perth. Maximilian's rich history has always focused on giving back to the community. They've been so grateful for the support th...
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Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local: Scott Somerville, Century 21 Synergy Realty
It's 'Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local Day' We are profiling Scott Somerville Century 21 Synergy Realty Inc. in Perth. Scott's been a part of our community for a long time and has been with his current venture for more than eight years. He's proud of ...
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Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local: Blair and Son Funeral Directors, Perth and Smiths Falls
It's 'Proudly Canadian, Proudly Local Day' We are profiling Alexandra Alves, Funeral Director with Blair and Son Funeral Directors in Perth and Smiths Falls, which has been a part of the fabric of the communities it serves since 1837. Alexandra says ...
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