Jodi Formosi, Founder and CEO, Bella Biochar Corporation
“As the Founder and CEO of Bella Biochar Corporation, the most accurate depiction of my manufacturing journey is “baptism by fire”. As a female, without a mechanical...
Ismail Ahmed, Founder and CEO, REFMAX Hand Sanitizers
REFMAX Hand Sanitizers were founded by Ismail Ahmed, an international pharmacist who migrated to Canada in January 2020. Shortly after the pandemic started and when the Hand...
Isabelle Lam and Jamie Lee, Co-Founders, Remix Snacks
Remix Snacks is an Asian-female, dietitian led company creating bean-based snacks with ingredients that reduce food waste. As registered dieticians, Isabelle and Jamie chose...
Esther Vlessing, President, Canada Emergency Medical Manufacturers (CEMM)
"The problems that I thought I could solve have always been manufacturing related", shares Esther. Click here to read HerStory.
Catherine Chen, Founder, CC Sauce
Catherine, known to many as CC, started her business during COVID. Ironically, she didn't plan to be in manufacturing, it just happened. A modern twist to a family recipe,...
Brigitte Gall, VP of Business Development & Marketing, TheOccurrence
With a strong belief that "manufacturing will take you to places you had no idea you would end up", click here to read Brigitte's story.
Ashley Kizis, Founder, Kidunified
Ashley Kizis started Kidunifed with many things in mind; she wanted to begin exploring the circular economy- to see if Canadians saw the value in toys made here in Ontario....
Annie Thompson, Award-winning Canadian Fashion Designer
Annie Thompson has been designing fashion and accessories under her eponymous label since 1981. Annie is the winner of many awards including, most recently, the VANGUARD...
Angela Pappin, Chief Transformation Officer, ArcelorMittal Dofasco North America
Committed to helping to ensure girls and women pursue STEM careers, click here to read Angela's story.
Allen and Max Ma, Founders, Maholi Apparel
Launched by Allen and Max Ma, Maholi Apparel is a premium down outerwear collection created and proudly made in Ontario. The brand DNA lies in the marriage of unique...
Alex Khomyakov, High-Security Safes Expert, INKAS® Safe Manufacturing
INKAS® Safes is a leading manufacturer of high-security safes and vaults, trusted by thousands of banks, businesses, and homes across North America to provide unparalleled...
Alba Lisa, Co-Founder and CEO, Albalisa
Alba Lisa herself is a talented businesswoman with a real zest for life and culture. She has a zealous gift for bringing flavours alive in her food and enjoys not only...
Celebrating Women in Manufacturing – Ontario Made Edition
Engaging, Supporting, and Inspiring Women in Manufacturing It has been proven that empowering women stimulates productivity and economic growth. However, in the...
Winners Announced for the Inaugural Ontario Made Awards
On behalf of its Ontario Made program, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) is thrilled to announce the winners of our Inaugural Ontario Made Awards. After the...
Finalists Announced for the Inaugural Ontario Made Awards
On behalf of its Ontario Made program, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) is thrilled to announce finalists for the Inaugural Ontario Made Awards. Finalists for...
How to Make the Ultimate Charcuterie Board Like a Pro - Ontario Made Edition
Who doesn't love a good charcuterie board? We certainly do. No matter how many get-togethers you host, from holiday celebrations to dinner gatherings, charcuterie boards are...
Ontario Made’s 2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop Local - 50 Ontario Manufacturers You Can Support This Season
Buy Ontario-made products for your family and friends this holiday season and feel good about giving! There is no doubt that finding a gift for everyone on your list isn't...
16 Ontario Made Must Have Products for Thanksgiving 2021
As another tasty holiday approaches, we compiled a list of Ontario-made products that will cater to your Thanksgiving celebrations and beyond. You can't go wrong by having...
Back-to-School Checklist: Ontario Made Products to Get Kids Excited About the First Day
A new school year is right around the corner in Ontario, which means that back-to-school shopping for in-person learning is on many families' to-do lists. As we asked...
10 Must Have Ontario Made Products You’ll Want to Use All Summer Long
As the weather warms up, we can finally begin enjoying the sunshine and discovering what lies in our own backyards. Whether you're out hiking, planning a getaway, or hosting...