The Humble Lotus is proof that not all businesses are born out of the desire to make money. When Jared Wood and My Nguyen receive tips, they give it all to charity. Tucked underneath a multi-storey apartment building just outside the edge of downtown Kitchener, the couple’s grab-and-go sushi marketplace prides itself in its commitment to sustainability, humility, and most importantly, charity. As customers come in, they are welcomed by … Continued
Aisley Ellis, a first-year a massage therapy student at Conestoga College, wanted a “low-barrier” way for women to make connections over the summer. So, she started what she calls “Hustl Hot Girl Walks.” An extrovert for as long as she can remember, Ellis said she started the walking group so women could make connections without the pressure of spending a lot of money. She ran the no membership, weekend walking group … Continued
If you asked Trevor Clare six years ago if he could see himself painting nostalgic locations for a living, he probably would have said that’s a “wild” idea. Back then, Clare didn’t see art as a serious hobby, let alone a full-time career. If anything, he saw painting as a way to distract himself from his mental battles. But what Clare didn’t realize was that his digital recreations of iconic … Continued
