EGMONT - The West Coast Wilderness Lodge, located in the picturesque community of Egmont on the Sunshine Coast, is a testament to the power of strategic support and community-focused economic development. Owned by Paul and Patti Hansen, the lodge has grown to become a beacon of tourism, sustainability, and local economic impact.
AGASSIZ - Brett Carlson grew up visiting his grandparents' property in Agassiz with his sister. His grandparents moved to the property in the 1970s, when his grandad, Gene, built the house that raised their family, and where he continues to live in his 90s. As he began to age, questions arose about what would happen to the property, and if it was the right idea to sell it.
SEABIRD ISLAND RESERVE - Nestled within the Seabird Island Band Reserve, Schí:ya Construction Ltd. is committed to enhancing the lives of community members through affordable and sustainable housing solutions. Indigenous-owned and operated, the company takes great pride in uniting tradition with innovation in its services. From the initial design concept to the finishing touches, Schí:ya is not just building houses – they’re building futures.
SQUAMISH - Cedar Rock Wellness is a fitness and wellness space located in Squamish, BC. Their specialized treatments and programs focus on preventing injuries, expediting recovery post-injury or surgery, and supporting clients in adapting to lifestyle changes. That includes physiotherapy, massage therapy, personal training, pilates, as well as supplementary options like acupuncture, ultrasound, and laser treatments.
NANAIMO - Erin Burden has turned her profound grief into a mission to help others through mindful, trauma-informed yoga. After the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Dakota in 2018, Erin was inspired to complete the yoga teacher training they had started together.
DELTA - Erica Scott is the visionary founder of Creating Consent Culture, a business focused on consent education on a global scale. In the company’s own words, they offer, “trauma-informed, affordable, anti-racist, anti-sexist, culturally sensitive and equitable training that will uplift, engage, and inspire”.
RICHMOND - Hannah McCormick is on a mission to help entrepreneurs thrive in an ever-changing business world. A digital marketing expert based in Richmond, BC, Hannah has dedicated her career to helping solo entrepreneurs tackle the world of marketing. Her business, HM Virtual Assistance, specializes in tailored solutions for businesses including, copywriting, social media management, and online marketing strategies.
VANCOUVER - Leanna Manning is an accessibility consultant based in Vancouver, BC, who helps businesses and organizations deliver accessible and inclusive messaging as part of their overall communications.
MISSION - Sometimes, you meet someone at your workplace and you know nothing about them, but you end up being much more than just co-workers; you’re instant best friends. That is the story of how Jessica and Amy met. They were both working at the same dental office in side-by-side operatories. Teamwork, integrity, and values bonded these two as they worked together since the early 2000s. They both have a passion for all things oral care and compassion for the well-being of the environment.
ABBOTSFORD - Creating her own business had been a dream for decades, so when the COVID-19 pandemic hit, Danielle Gibson knew it was finally time to take her first steps as an entrepreneur. Born from Danielle’s passion for helping others understand a complicated topic, All Balanced officially launched in 2022.
