bUSINESSES & SERVICES
Collectives, Creatives & Artists
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Laurelle Armet Photography & Design
I am a Vancouver-based graphic designer and photographer. My passion is to inspire and create designs that add a positive impact to the world. I specialize in brand & identity, marketing, print & digital design. Let’s make something beautiful together!
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Afro Hub Community
Empowering the Canadian black community by providing resources on entrepreneurship, personal development and financial education.
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Yadira Stubbs Design
I am a Vancouver Freelance Graphic Designer specializing in Graphic Design, Web Development, Brand Consultation, and Marketing.
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Melanin Rising
I'm Naomi. I'm a multi-disciplinary artist, educator, activist, facilitator and one who envisions a better world for all of us. I believe in the sacredness and divinity of art and artistic expression... our creativity is what makes us human. Our humanity will heal us.
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Arabellsoft Inc
Web Developer/Business Services/Science and Technology. We design and develop web and mobile applications that are useful and easy to use.
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Samantha Wood-Gaines
Illustrator/artist located in Vancouver. Alot of my illustrations are surrounding Black voices, Black bodies and Black Joy. I am also in the long process of interviewing 100 Black individuals and their experiences as a Black person in society. It will be an illustrated storybook style and I'm excited to make it educational (possibly allowed as a source in schools). Any and all support as an independent artist would be much appreciated.
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Afro Van Connect
Black Spaces are authentic African Descent Youth community designed gathering brave spaces in Vancouver, which are uniting people and organizations across Canada and the world, to contribute to liberating education. They are established to create opportunities for youth of African Descent to access equipment, education, training, networks and opportunities, empowering them to creatively and economically flourish; building on their unique gifts and perspective from their heritage and diaspora cultural experiences.
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Odihi
Odihi meaning "the essence of greatness" founded by Efe Fruci is a Black-led not-for-profit with a mission to educate, equips, and empower Black girls (10-17) years old and women (18-25) years old through coaching, workshops, and mentorship programs. We exist to support more Black girls and women into positions of leadership, power, and be in rooms where decisions are being made.
To register for our Fearless Girls Group (10-17) and our Empowered Women's Group (18-25) please visit our website to register.
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Karibou Handcrafted Soaps
We are a small-scale, independent, Vancouver-based duo passionate about creating unique handmade soap bars and body care products using natural, locally-sourced ingredients. Our focus is on keeping it safe and simple, crafting each item with just the basic ingredients needed for a clean, healthy product that is not only gentle and nourishing on the skin, but also long-lasting and pure. The word Karibu means "welcome" in Swahili, the native language in Kenya, where founders Ken Okondo and Jemeli Sang were born and raised before moving to Canada less than a decade ago.
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Lead Designs
Lead Designs is a stationery boutique specializing in Semi and Custom Designs as well as Curated Artisan Gifts for all your life’s best moments. Launched in 2016, we create bold and color rich designs that are reminiscent of the sights and sounds of Africa.
Although we love working on all types of events, we take particular pride in creating for traditional weddings. Lead Designs has handled weddings all over the world, from Canada to France, to Cote D’Ivore, to Ghana and even all the way to Australia.
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Missy D
Missy D is a Vancouver-based Hip/Hop,Rap & Soul Artist.
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Sade Awele
Award winning Nigerian-Canadian singer, songwriter, performing & recording artist, and creative based in Vancouver BC.
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Vancouver Tech Journal
Science and Technology/Author
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Branding With Sarah
Content Creator. I help you increase your visibility and get sales through blogging.
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Black Business Association Of BC
Non-Profit Business/Supply Chain/Web Developer/Business Services/Science and Technology
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Khimia Designs
We offer African print inspired accessories & apparel. We make fashion easy by letting the bold & vibrant prints on our collections do the talking. Founded by Victoire, originating from the Republic of Congo & Gabon. Khimia Designs was started to spread the beauty of African print patterns across the globe. The word khimia (keem-yah) means peace in her indigenous language called Lingala.
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Kurent Designs
Founded by Joy Unaegbu. My vision is inspired by where I’m from and the places I’ve traveled. Born and raised in Vancouver, Canada, relocating to Australia in 2014, my passion and work reflects my connectedness to past and present homes. Some designs are influenced by African culture, as a homage to my Nigerian roots.
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Savanna Simplified
founded by Towela Tembo. Savanna Simplified is a wellness brand promoting organic African products. Savanna Simplified sells scented candles, and is planning on launching an organic skincare line. Savanna Simplified's scented candles are meant to express the individuality of people's desires and specific scent preferences, corresponding with the company's motto - 'It's Personal'.
The skincare line includes products such as body butters, face creams, and body oils. The skincare products are made from African essential oils and are ethically sourced.
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3Hnovation Inc.
We are focused on managing operational and cybersecurity risks through awareness training, maturity assessment and deployment of innovative technology. We support business corporations, individuals and community organizations of any size to Prepare & Protect their operations from cyber-attacks, Respond to security incidents from an attack and optimize business performance through Digital Innovation and Corporate Branding.
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Colour The Trails Advocacy Inc
Community Advocacy/Outdoor Sports/Photographers/Sports and RecreationTravel and Transportation
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BTB Audio
DJ & Musician
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Burst Creative
Marketing Agency & Web Development
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Chanel Viner Photography
Creative & Photographer
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Chantal Gibson
Artist
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CL Web Developers
Web Designer/Developer
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Desirée Dawson
Desirée Dawson emerges as an exceptional force in the world of music, holding esteemed honors beyond her roles as a recording artist, songwriter and producer. Through her artistry, she kindles a seamless connection between listeners and their inner selves, as well as the people and land around them.
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Devi Arts Collective
Jewelry. Devi Arts Collective is a women-led jewelry brand born out of the inner-desire and willful purpose to connect with people. We create accessories that when worn, are an expression of the bold, the confidant, and the vibrant qualities in our truest selves.
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DNA Romance
DNA Romance is an online dating site that forecasts romantic chemistry between people using DNA markers that play a role in human attraction. In addition, we estimate personality compatibility using psychology and allow you to evaluate physical attraction based on your matches' photographs and biographical details.
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Jimpinu
JIMPINU is a Nigerian commercial photographer based in Vancouver, BC whose creativity is expressed through the form of photography. Specializing in portrait, fashion editorial and lifestyle photography, she brings a keen sense of creativity and professionalism to every shoot. Available for freelance and commercial projects both in studio and on location.
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Ethos Lab
Ethós Lab is an afterschool innovation academy for youth Grades 5 to 12 to come to discover, explore, and grow through S.T.E.A.M and culture-based experiences.
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eL MAR Consulting
Data Analyst/ScientistHealth
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Ethos Myth Design Inc
Vancouver-based fine crafted Jewellery & Goldsmith
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GCSPAP Research Society
Data Analyst/ScientistNon-Profit BusinessHealth
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Dawn Pemberton
Musician
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Higher Function
Creative/Film & Production/RadioVideographers
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I Trust Vibes
Adornments, apparel & more
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Ian Cromwell
Artist
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Iron Balloon Productions
Advertising/Videographers/Business Services/Film & Production/Radio
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Janessa St Pierre
Content Creators/Film & Production/Radio
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Jenn Jackson
Content Creator
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Junie Désil
Artist/Author
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Just Natoya
Content creator, artist and visual storyteller
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Kara Designs
Web Developer
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Loud Mouth Brown Girl
Content Creators
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Love Tree Photography
Photographers/Videographer
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Seed Science Ltd
Supply Chain/Science and Technology
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Superior Homes
Carpentry/Contractors/Home Décor/Trades
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Tectonic Architecture
Engineer/Architect
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The Whinery
Content Creator
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U & I Talk Show
Content Creator/Emcee
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Easy Consulting Studio
Easy Consulting Studio is a public relations and communications consulting agency that specializes in making it easy for brands and companies to tell stories.
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Bakau Consulting
Bakau Consulting is a full-service equity, inclusion and anti-racism consulting company based in Canada, with a global, intersectional approach.
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The Coaching Element
Career & Confidence Coaching, Business Services & Education
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BlackChat Vancouver
BlackChat Vancouver began as a series of social salons originating in 2016. It is an intergenerational project dedicating its work to healing and connecting the Black communities in the lower mainland through three streams of programing; BlackChat the Podcast, BlackChat - The Gathering of the Melanated, and BlackAttack - Community Arts & Cultural Field trips.
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Premium Events And Design
The inception of Premium Events & Design, known then as Premium Events, started off solely as an event planning company and later expanded into a multi-service boutique. When the idea was birthed, the founder, Mariama Barrie had no business knowledge, limited experience in event planning and zero start-up funding. Despite having minimal resources, Mariama was not discouraged, but motivated to pursue her new found passion.
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Ascendi-Capital Inc
Financial Services
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Wellesley Insurance Agency
Insurance & Business Services
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Alaphia Financial Wellness
Financial Services
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Backdrop Consulting
Consultants
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Bespoke Lending Solutions
Financial Services
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Cicely Belle Blain
Consultant, Business Services, Author, Activism
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Controller4Hire
Accountant & Consulting Services
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Easy Consulting Studio PR And Digital Strategy
Consulting & IT Services
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Elevate Inclusion Strategies
Consultants
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Evermark Trademarks
Consultants & Business Services
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Frontline Public Relations
Consultants & Business Services
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GovAdmin Consulting
Accountants, Consultants & Business Services
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Happy Law Notary Public
Lawyers & Notary
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Hello Success
Consultants, Web Developers & Business Services
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Innovate Vancouver
Business Services
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Janet McLeish Consulting
Consultant & Artist
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Kaiso Careers
Business Services & Counselling
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MDS Consulting
Business Services
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Mercov Accountants
Accountants, Consultants & Business Services
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My Future Capital
Financial & Business Services
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Njeri Watkins Consulting
Business Services, Consulting & IT Services
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One Love Consulting
Business Services
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Porcia Blake Financial
Financial Services & Insurance
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SendOutCards
Business Services
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Texturesbysarah
TexturesbySarah is a luxury and lifestyle hair brand. We provide the most luxurious hair extensions with the best quality for all human hair textures. Each texture is an embodiment of elegance to complete your effortless look.
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Dulce Beauty, Gastown
Natalie Palamino is a licensed aesthetician and lash technician and just opened Dulce in March 2020. The goal was to create a space for all WOC to come and get services that were inclusive and designed for them. I currently offer lash extensions and waxing (Brazilian specifically) and plan to grow and add skin treatments very soon.
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Tat’s Haus
Tat’s Haus is a private Gastown Beauty studio where the beauty enthusiast can get pretty and creative! Offering customized manicure and lash extension services, with late evening hours
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Du Monde Hair
We at DuMonde believe that Customer Service Satisfaction comes first and look forward to the opportunity of earning your business. Through many years of excellent services, we've seen many changes, but one thing remains the same — Our desire for excellence. We're versatile, professional and attentive to details, with an eye to exceeding expectations. — we mean it!
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Yasser K
Afrocentric Jewelry
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Moujam Beauty Salon
Beauty Salon
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Ezabel Amanuell
Hairstylist
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Heavenly Lox
Hair
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Makosha Hampton
Glueless Wig Maker
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Ezes Egharevb
Hair & Beauty World
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Nayeed Toriola
Wig Stylist
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Bella M
Hair
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Afro Hair Studio
Hair Studio
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Norma Patten
Hair & Makeup
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Melonie Williams
Hair Stylist
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The Hair Bar
Hair stylist
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Crwnd Hair
Hairstylist
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Hair Anthropology
Favour Amadi - Hair Stylist
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Ayak Tiordit
Hair
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Her Royal Hair Extension
Hair
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Jaye McLeod
Hairstylist
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Tevin Goodridge Barber
Barber
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Opal Bilodeau
Hair Stylist
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Gods Gift Coiffure
Hairstylist
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Ice Kol Kut
Barber
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Island Vibez Hair Studio
Hair Studio
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Natural Queenz Hair Studio
Hair Studio
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Sarko Beauty
Hair Store
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Ammerose Hair Salon
Hair Salon
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Draes Hair Studio
Hair Studio
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Empress Hair Salon
Salon
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Alara Hair Solutions
Hair Store
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Abantu
Hair Store
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All Class Beauty Hair Extensions
Hair Store
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Chy Hair Collections
100% Organic Hand Made Fresh And Refrigerated Hair Growth Products!
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Fortitude Beard Inc
Beard Care Essentials
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Axis Professional Hair Care
Hair Salon
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Boombox Barbershop
Barber
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Juniors Barber Shop
Barbershop & School
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Fleurich Creations
Horticulture, Beauty & Retail
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Grace | Vancouver Nano Brows
Beauty
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Imosé Glam
Make-Up Artist
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Comfy Girls with Curls
Kaya: Natural Hair & Lifestyle
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Royals Beauty Supply
Supply & Salon
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Slayed By MK
Hairstylist
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New List Item
Brows/Beauty
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Healthy with Kelsey
Kelsey is a BCRPA Certified Personal Trainer, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Emotional Eating Recovery Coach working in the health and wellness industry in the lower mainland since 2011. I am deeply passionate about helping people re-connect to their bodies through movement therapies, make peace with food and step into their personal power so they can live whole-hearted and fulfilling lives.
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Fleksyon
Fleksyon is a mobile Athletic Therapy clinic that offer at-home treatment and active rehabilitations for treating musculoskeletal (muscles,bone, and joints) injuries. Katia is a certified athletic therapist with many experiences on the field with athlete or in clinical setting with the general population. She can offer treatment for elite athlete and also any person who want to come back safely and pain-free to an active lifestyle.
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Breathing Space Bodywork
Breathing Space Bodywork is a single-room oasis located on the edge of Gastown. In business since 2010, I provide therapeutic bodywork treatments designed to integrate body and mind. You can expect your session to be deep and effective and also, incredibly relaxing. I offer a variety of full-body treatments ranging from relaxation, tension relief, and hot stone, to pre-natal and post-partum. All of the treatments include aromatherapy and hot towel foot wraps at no extra charge.
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Thrive Dental Care
Come in for a comprehensive dental exam, call (604-620-4660), or just to meet us in our beautiful office at Lougheed Plaza located on 9600 Cameron Street, conveniently situated across from the Burnaby Public Library, between the Lougheed skytrain station and new Como Lake station. You’ll be treated in a friendly, caring and welcoming atmosphere that puts your mind at ease!
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Embrace Menstruation
founded by Tanya Bryant.
Offers sustainable period products for new and seasoned menstruators.
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Akeemo Therapy
Wellness
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Coast Performance Rehabilitation
Health & Wellness
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Mind Movement Mobility
Personal Trainer
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Duriell Bernard
Physician/Physiotherapist
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Great Light Healing Ministries
Wellness
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Health Capades
Health Coach
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Koboko Fitness
Personal Online Trainer
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Loco Beat
Fitness/Health
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Mike Murray
Massage Therapy
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Efe Fruci-Career Counselling
Efe Fruci is a confidence coach, helping women become confident, self-motivated, fearless, and empowered. Teaching women how to smash limiting beliefs (imposter syndrome, self-sabotage, negative self-talk, and fear of failure) so they can thrive forward confidently.
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Kendra Coupland Spiritual Wellness Coach
Kendra Coupland is a sādhaka, meditation coach and multi-disciplinary artist living and working on unceded Coast Salish territory, the traditional lands of the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, səl̓ílwətaɬ, kʷikʷəƛ̓əm, Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm and Stó:lō people. Experiencing the world as a queer woman of colour, and survivor of childhood sexual assault Kendra brings a compassionate trauma-informed and intersectional framework to her practice. She is constantly striving to create safer spaces for folks who experience marginalization and systemic violence, to practice self-liberation within the yogic community.
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Dark Lake Tarot
DarkLake Tarot is run by Lindsay- a Bahamian-born Tarot Reader and Star-Gazer currently operation on the unceded lands of the Squamish, Musqueam and Tsliel-Watuth Nations. The Purpose of Dark Lake Tarot is to provide Confidence and Clarity though intuitive Tarot and Astrology Services, with the ultimate goal of empowering clients to rediscover the divine on your own terms.
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Suad Mohammed
Peak Resilience Counselling
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Theresa Thomas
In-Power Counselling and Services
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Esther Ofori
H For Today Counselling
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Ruth Patta
Dignity Counselling
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R. Christina Fenton
R. Christina Fenton Counselling
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Nadine Tilma
Live on Point Counselling
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Mind in Body Integrated Counselling Services
Mercedes Baines - Counselling
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Maedean Yvonne Myers
Your Story Evolved Counselling and Consulting
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Tricia-Kay Williams
Meta Counselling
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Makita Wiggins
Counselling
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Ruth Unaegbu
Ruth Unaegbu Counselling & Coaching
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Saira Sabzaali
Dragonfly Wellness Center
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Lois Jones
Counseller & Creative Art Therapist
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Mandala Counselling & Consulting Services
Mandala Counselling & Consulting Services
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Sacha Medine
BA, MEd, Registered Clinical Counsellor #12633
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Bernard Pipra
Registered Clinical Counsellor
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Geoff Ayi-Bonte
New History Consulting Inc
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BKP Counselling
Counselling & Wellness
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Blue Haven Counselling And Consulting Inc
Counselling And Consulting
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Engage Counseling
Counselling & Wellness
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Evolving Story Counselling And Consulting
Counselling & Wellness
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Lead To Change
Counselling & Physiotherapist
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Let’s Talk Move On
Counselling & Massage Therapy
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Solinga Wellness Counselling & Reiki
Counselling & Wellness
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Kula Foods
My journey began in Kenya where sharing food with our community was an important part of every day. I migrated to Toronto as a young teenager where I was introduced to West African, Caribbean, and middle Eastern cuisine and culture. After moving to Vancouver I was inspired to create something unique that is reflective of my experiences by connecting people to their food and community.
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Shecooksandshebakes
I’m located in downtown Port Coquitlam. So far I’ve been selling cookies, brownies, Pavlova, scones and Apple Galette. I plan to add to/refine this list. The business started out over the last few months with the intention of learning a new skill during time off from my regular job. I started by learning various skills, recipes, baking techniques and taste testing on my family and friends.
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Abyssinia Restaurant
Ethiopian Restaurant
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New List Item
Berhan Grains is a supplier of only the finest teff grain and flour sourced exclusively from Africa.
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Addis Cafe
Ethiopian Restaurant
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Axum
Ethiopian Restaurant
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BARA Caribbean Cuisine
Caribbean Restaurant
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Brianne Gabrielle Cakes
Cake
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Calabash Bistro
Caribbean Bistro
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Caribbean Market
Caribbean Market
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Caribbean Village Cafe
Caribbean Cafe
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D Roti Shak
Roti
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Di Reggae Cafe
Jamaican Restaurant
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Elbo Jamaican Patties
Jamaican Food
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Faded Living
Cooking Classes
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Farafena
African Food Store
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Food Blog Squad By The Blenderist
Food Blog
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Food On The Table
Pre-made Meals
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Gojo Café
Ethiopian Cafe
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Harambe Ethiopian Restaurant
Ethiopian Restaurant
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House Of Boateng Café
Brunch & Catering
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Juke Fried Chicken
Fried Chicken
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Kilimanjaro Snack House
Snack House
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Lulu's Apron
Catering
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Maisha Tea
Tea
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Mount Tolmie Market
Convenience Store
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Mumgry
Food
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Northpaw Brew Co.
Northpaw Brew Co is a craft brewery located on the north side of Port Coquitlam, BC in the beautiful new neighbourhood of Fremont village.
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PG’s Jamaican Restaurant
Jamaican Restaurant
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Ramen Danbo – Kerrisdale
Ramen
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Salt + Sear Catering
Catering
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Taps & Tacos
Globally-Inspired Restaurant
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The Loft Lounge
Caribbean Restaurant
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Tommie's Jerk
Jamaican Jerk Chicken Tacos
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Dragonfly Junk Removal
Cleaners
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Diamond Janitorial Services
Cleaners
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Go 2 Girl Cleaning
Cleaners
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Lynfords Plumbing
Plumbing & Repair Services
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Fastnet Security Systems Ltd
Security
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Denzin 8 Production Inc.
Event Production & Management
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DJ Denise
DJ Services / Audio Engineering