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We encourage you to learn more about our finalists — businesses whose dedication and impact truly make Canada stronger. 
A proud, family-run sod farm rooted in hard work, quality, and community, Mountainview Turf Farm started as a local operation and has grown to supply premium turf to homeowners, landscapers, and sports fields alike. 
Lindsay Hamilton, Vice President Making Canada strongerAs a fifth-generation family farm, Mountainview Turf Farm’s sod helps make Canada’s capital beautiful, setting the stage for the parks, lawns, and landmarks where tourists take photos and Canadians gather. Beyond their fields, they invest in people, with nearly 50 local men and women, made up of families, students, and long-time employees who take pride in what they grow, they are one of their rural area’s largest employers. Mountainview Turf Farm is proud to play a small but meaningful role in growing a stronger, greener Canada.
NW Technical is a technology installation organization specializing in live-streaming wildlife webcams, managed wifi service and remote technical support for the west coast’s environmental and conservation NGOs, and small and medium-sized businesses in remote locations. 
Quinlan McIntire, Owner Making Canada strongerOffering services to small non-profits, communities, and individuals who require bespoke systems with ongoing care at an affordable price. NW Technical partners with organizations making real change, and provides one-to-one service, versus that of a typical contractor-client relationship. In an ever-changing political climate, NW Technical is committed to the conservation and preservation of the natural world, which is vital to the health of the coast, and this country.
PEI Airflow Solutions provides Indoor Air Quality Assessments, Hazardous Assessments, Mould Assessments, and Infectious Control in Hospitals, utilizing phase contrast, microscope, and asbestos testing. 
Neal Millman, Owner Making Canada strongerPEI Airflow Solutions specializes in indoor air quality evaluations for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Focused on protecting clients’ health and peace of mind, the team ensures every project is completed on time, meets the highest standards, and is tailored to each customer’s needs. By improving air quality and creating healthier indoor environments, they help homeowners maintain safer, more comfortable spaces while contributing to a healthier community on PEI.
Founded in 2024 by young entrepreneurs from visible minority communities, Pizzéria Slice & Spice is a local restaurant that combines artisanal pizza with unique Sri Lankan-inspired flavors. Making Canada strongerPizzéria Slice & Spice reflects the cultural richness that strengthens Canada. By creating local jobs and supporting regional suppliers, the business plays an active role in community life. Through donations and meals for university and student events, they encourage academic success and support the next generation. By bringing together diverse cultural flavors, employment opportunities, and student support, Slice & Spice shows how a small local business can make a meaningful impact while helping strengthen Canada’s social and cultural mosaic.
Refreshed + Refurbished, an all-female, Indigenous led painting company, whose services have expanded to include exterior painting, cabinetry painting, cabinetry refinishing, cabinetry refacing, design consulting, furniture refinishing, and light carpentry work. 
Kailan Dreolini, Owner Making Canada strongerThe Refreshed + Refurbished team is proud to have stepped away from traditionally female-dominated careers to enter a trade long dominated by men, demonstrating that women bring valuable skills and perspectives to the rennovation industry. They believe that building a stronger Canada begins with stronger communities, and women supporting women is a key part of that vision. Through meaningful relationships with other female entrepreneurs and tradeswomen, they foster collaboration and encouragement. By inspiring, mentoring, and leading by example—especially for women-owned small businesses—they continue to pave the way for others in the industry.
Urbanite Electrical Services is an electrical contracting company focused on renewable energy and EV charging infrastructure, providing a pathway for oil and gas workers to transition to. 
Adrian Mohammed, Owner Making Canada strongerFrom electrical renovations to solar energy solutions, the Urbanite Electrical team helps improve energy efficiency, and reduce emissions. Urbanite reflects Canadian values of diversity and inclusion by hiring from the oil and gas industry, but also marginalized youth, and people looking to re-enter the workforce after having been through the justice system. They have created a three-day Solar 101 course covering the basics of solar electricity, giving participants an entry-level grasp of topics such as electrical energy generation, the components involved, and how solar energy interacts with the existing electricity grid.
A full-service communications provider with three mountaintop repeater sites and two retail and service locations, Vella RadioLinks specializes in design, installation, and maintenance of reliable radio systems that keeps emergency services, municipalities, and local businesses connected. 
Corry Sandve, Vice-President, Head Radio Technician Making Canada strongerVella RadioLinks Ltd. keeps communities connected when it matters most. Their repeater network ensures that emergency teams can stay connected across challenging terrain where cell service fails. Each installation demands technical precision, safety awareness, and resilience—qualities that reflect both their team and the communities that they serve. Beyond emergency communications, Vella RadioLink supports local businesses, municipalities, and non-profits with customized radio systems that strengthen safety, coordination, and community resilience. And giving back $10,000 every year towards youth sports, local festivals, volunteer fire departments, and search and rescue fundraisers, makes their commitment clear.
WGY6 is a woman-led, veteran-owned, creative manufacturing business offering fibre laser engraving, UV and latex large-format printing, DTG and DTF apparel decoration, embroidery, sublimation, and more. 
Alisa Carstairs, Owner Making Canada strongerBy eliminating outsourcing and removing minimum order requirements, WGY6 ensures that individuals, nonprofits, and small businesses can access products regardless of budget or order size. The company partners with Canadian suppliers—from raw materials to specialty printing products—ensuring that they are supporting local businesses, strengthening supply chains, reducing environmental impact, and contributing to the national economy. Through their Make & Mingle Mobile workshops, WGY6 fosters community connection by bringing art and creativity directly to schools, seniors’ residences, memory-care facilities, and community centres, helping to reduce isolation, and spark intergenerational engagement. Let’s start a relation-ship®Explore flexible shipping solutions from Purolator designed for small businesses like yours. Learn more |
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