Referrals, Resources, and Recommendations
YWCA Hamilton has created a wonderful Women Led Business Directory. This resource can be used to find some great local to Hamilton, Ontario businesses featuring women in their leadership. Sort by category, or browse through them all, there's lost to see. It's free to use, and also free to be listed, with a simple application process. https://www.ywcahamilton.org/womens-enterprise-centre/women-led-business-directory/
Local monthly gatherings, and a circle of support from women who want to see your success. I opted for a lifetime membership within one of the two Hamilton, Ontario chapters. There's collectives located across Canada and U.S. Try it out for free for 30 days and lock in at their $9.99 per month or $99 per year sale rate. Use my referral link: https://femcity.com/share-with-a-friend?fp_ref=augmentedgem to get more information on our current online community happenings and available resources. I also wrote about it here.
An easy, and low investment way, to sell your handmade, vintage, or craft supply goods. I opened my first shop on Etsy in 2010, and over the years had two others, in addition to having my own website. Use this link to open your own shop, and we'll both receive 40 free listing credits. https://etsy.me/2GTdRXV Be sure to come back and share your shop name so that I can support your endeavour also.
Something we've been happy to participate in over the years is Plan B Organic Farms produce shares. It's a wonderful way to receive fresh organic foods, while supporting a local farm. You simply choose from a small or large farm share, local and imported produce or strictly local, weekly or biweekly, and wether you want to pickup or have it delivered. There's also the option to purchase extras in their online shop, such as eggs, wraps, and have other offerings added to your order. If you're interested in learning more, or even trying it out, feel free to do so through my referral link. https://planborganicfarms.ca/referral.php?id=936