IN THE KNOW: Young Entrepreneurs Shine at 2024 Kidovate Market On Saturday, the Bay Centre was buzzing with excitement as some 200 young entrepreneurs sold goods that they have been working on for months, including felted hats, homemade snacks, dog treats, earrings, tote bags and t-shirts.  This fourth annual market was part of Kidovate, an […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 15 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

*SPONSORED CONTENT Are you an active professional working in downtown Victoria? Maybe you are enjoying a retired lifestyle and looking for new activities and social circles? Perhaps you live out of town and aren’t sure where can you stay in Victoria that’s not only central and safe, but also able to accommodate your business meeting […] The post Elevate Your Lifestyle at The Union Club appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

*SPONSORED CONTENT Whether your company is big or small, exporting can grow your business. And while your local market is a great starting point, it will only take you so far. There are more than five million British Columbians today, but getting your business ready to export can open you up to new markets in […] The post From Local to Global: How Exporting Can Advance Your BC Business appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

IN THE KNOW: Peninsula Co-op Continues Strategic Expansion Vancouver Island-based Peninsula Co-op is known for its grocery stores and gas stations. Recently, the membership-based business has been expanding outside of food and gas. Last Wednesday, the co-op announced that it purchased Metro Liquor in Brentwood Bay. The move is part of the business’ long-term strategy […] The post Douglas Weekly – April 8 appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sector: Wellness Principals: From left, Carla Matheson, Dr. Bri Budlovsky, Dr. Matt Carere and Tara Carere Year Launched: 2022 Unique selling proposition: To be Victoria’s confidence experts, and deliver global standards in physician-led esthetics. Strategy: To provide a highly personal, luxury and patient-focused experience. Website: philosophymd.com The decision to undergo cosmetic and esthetic treatments is […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – Philosophy MD appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sector: Health and wellness Year launched: 2023 Principals: From left, Nicholas Van Buren, Kurtis Vallee (not pictured, Martin Walker) Unique selling proposition: Through the use of hydrotherapy, HAVN aims to make guests more present in their bodies, minds and the urban environment around them. Strategy: To provide a healthy and creative gathering space that brings […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – HAVN Saunas appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sector: Fine art Year launched: 2022 Principal: Lara Tomaszewska Unique selling proposition: ArtRow is a disruptive digital marketplace for the buying and selling of professionally vetted artwork. Strategy: ArtRow brings fine art to everyday sellers, seasoned collectors and art industry professionals. Website: artrow.com ArtRow brings buyers and sellers of fine art together online. As many […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – ArtRow appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sectors: Health and wellness Year launched: 2023 Principals: From left, Dr. Michael Berry, Ewan Kirkaldy and Michael Walsh Unique selling proposition: A 100-per-cent virtual program that tailors addiction treatment to each client’s needs. Strategy: Clients are matched with a certified recovery coach for an immersive and engaging virtual self-help experience. Website: homebasedrecovery.ca Recovery coach Michael […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – Home Based Recovery appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sector: Technology Principals: From left, Archit Kumar and Andrew Polanyi Year launched: 2023 Unique selling proposition: Pairing sonar technology with artificial intelligence in real time. Strategy: To use proprietary software to make ocean cleanup faster and cheaper. Website: oceanaid.ca Ocean AID co-founder Andrew Polanyi grew up in Toronto but spent summers fishing with his grandparents […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – Ocean AID appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more

Sector: Technology and pet care Year launched: 2022 Principal: Alexander von Kaldenberg Unique selling proposition: Reimagining the relationship between people, animals and cities with the world’s first digital ID for animals. Strategy: Using technology to connect an animal’s history and location to any smartphone. Website: gochip.pet A lost dog that wandered up to Alexander von […] The post 10 to Watch Winner 2024 – GoChip appeared first on Douglas magazine ..read more