#ShopSmallStories Profiles
Canadian-Owned Small Business, Inspiring Canadians to Shop Local
Available @AmexCanada's Twitter Handle and on the Global TV App
Watch Episode 1 here, and Episode 2 here
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"#ShopSmallStories showcases the passion, creativity and diversity of local businesses, while highlighting the uniqueness of what Canadian culture is all about," said
The content series, in collaboration with American Express Canada, was created in support of their Shop Small program, a national advertising campaign, backed by a Cardmember offer, to encourage Canadians to get behind their local small businesses and help support communities.
Showcasing locally diverse businesses across
Mofer Coffee (@mofercoffee)
Episode available here
From crop to cup Mofer believes in coffee excellence. Mofer sources their beans from the birthplace of coffee: Ethiopia. Naturally sun-dried, they roast their beans in small batches in their
The Green Jar (@thegreenjarshop)
Episode available here
Reducing single-use plastics is a top priority for The Green Jar. Here you can find a range of products to help you reduce waste every day. Their refillery is stocked with a curated range of personal care and household products to make package-free purchasing easy. This Black-owned business supports eco-friendly living and has been a lifelong passion for The Green Jar team.
Manstop Barbershop (@manstopbarber)
Episode debuts
Manstop is a refreshingly comfortable barber shop for busy urbanites searching for expertly executed haircuts and beard trims. Located on vibrant
Episode debuts
Boukan means campfire. Before the Haitian Revolution, the "Boukan" was used as a stove to cook food. These Boukans were also home to campfire gatherings where disenfranchised Haitians would bond together over good food, conversation and dancing, creating a memory and a symbol of happiness, joy and togetherness in the midst of oppression. The goal of Boukan restaurant is to express the rich culture of
In addition to the #ShopSmallStories series, Twitter is supporting the Amex Canada Shop Small program with three additional initiatives aimed at bringing more awareness to these local businesses. Throughout August and September,
"More and more Canadians are Tweeting about small business in 2020 — Tweet volumes rose by more than 200% this spring alone," said
"Our Shop Small program is all about supporting the small businesses that are essential to the fabric of our communities," said
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About American Express in
American Express is a global services company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. American Express was established in Canada in 1853 and offers a variety of consumer and business products. Learn more at americanexpress.ca and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
About American Express Shop Small
Shop Small is a national movement founded by American Express to ignite passion for small businesses, call attention to the valuable contributions they make to their communities and the economy, and encourage shoppers to support them. Shop Small celebrates small businesses ranging from retail stores and restaurants to fitness studios and salons, and everything in between.
Visit www.americanexpress.ca/shopsmall and follow #ShopSmall for more information.
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