Shop Local: Guide to Women-Owned Businesses in Edmonton (and Area)

Happy International Women’s Day! Today and every day, let’s Balance for Better. That’s the theme of 2019’s IWD, but it should be something we strive for year-round, every year. Let’s challenge gender stereotypes and bias. Let’s insist on gender parity. Let’s lift women up and celebrate women’s achievements.

A very specific thing you can do to help celebrate and support women is to shop at female owned or co-owned Edmonton and area businesses. 

And you can use this guide to help you do just that! As I developed the first iteration of the guide, with the help of my supportive, also female friend Diane Lee (@argenplath), I was blown away but how easy it was to come up with a list of businesses—in a range of industries—that were being led by women in the Edmonton area. This is so exciting.

What started as wanting to do a few shout-outs on my Instagram account has turned into a pretty solid directory.

Please note: I am in no way suggesting you don’t shop or support businesses that aren’t led by women. Absolutely support any and all businesses that sell what you’re looking for, provide great products, service and customer service, and whose values align with your own, regardless of whether they’re owned by women or not. But if you’re specifically looking for a way to find, celebrate, and support women entrepreneurs and business owners in the Edmonton area, particularly on International Women’s Day, or any day, you can use this guide to help you identify where some of those places might be. 

Note: This list as an ever-changing resource!

As I discover more businesses run by women in the area, I’ll (try to) update this directory. If you send me your suggestions on local, female entrepreneurs and business owners you think should be added to the list, I’ll add them. If YOU are a woman with a business in the Edmonton area and want to be on this list, please let me know! Either message me via email or on my social media. And if I got something wrong and a business listed is not owned or co-owned by a business, let me know that too. It is a fairly exhaustive list but certainly does not cover all women-owned businesses. This should be considered an ever-changing resource.

Now I present to you:

Guide to Women-Owned Edmonton
(and Area) Businesses!

The businesses listed below are either fully owned or co-owned by a woman.

I did my best to categorize but there maybe some businesses that could overlap into other categories too lol

ALSO: while I can personally vouch for a large chunk of the businesses in the directory, I have not shopped or used the services for each and every one of them so please do your research before choosing to visit, buy or hire anyone in the guide below!

Originally posted on International Women’s Day March 8, 2019. Last updated June 2020.

Entries listed in alphabetical order per category.

Don’t forget to read my 2020 Guide to Walkable Dining + Shopping Itineraries featuring Women-Owned Edmonton & Area Businesses too! 

Delicious Food and Drinks, Hospitality

  • 124 Street Grand Market, Edmonton’s ‘Grandest Farmers Market’ in the heart of 124 Street, owned by Kirsta Franke. (108 and 102 Avenue at 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Ávila Arepa,  a Venezuelan restaurant serving up authentic Venezuelan cuisine including gluten-free arepas, co-owned Samantha Sandrea. (10760 82 Ave.)
  • Barking Buffalo Cafe, a coffee shop that also doubles as a store for Salgado Fenwick, co-owned by Kassie Burkholder, Linda Ritter and Shauna Force. (10842 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Be-a-Bella Candy & Gifts, a shop of “delicious and wonderful things!” including candies, pops, ice cream and gifts, is co-owned by Kathy Prosser. (6510 112 Ave.)
  • Belgravia Hub, a 46-seat neighbourhood eatery serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, and very popular corn fritters, co-owned by Leslie Mcglennon and daughters Haley, Abbey and Lucy Laviolette. (7609 115 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Bloom Cookie Co, an egg & dairy-free vegan cookie shop, made to share, owned by Ashley Benson-Gelasco. (10350 124 St).
  • Blue Plate Diner, a warm and cozy restaurant open for brunch, lunch and dinner, 7 days a week, co-owned by Rima Devitt. (12323 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, AB)
  • Boba Island Bubble Tea, a family-owned bubble tea shop serving real fruit bubbles, shaken fruit teas, flavoured milk teas, coffee blends and more, is owned by Melanie Aspiran. (10588 100 St.)
  • Brown Butter Cafe, an adorable little cafe serving delicious breakfast sandwiches, rice bowls and drinks, co-owned by Heena Mak. (1528 91 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Cafe Haven, a popular community cafe in Sherwood Park is co-owned by Mamiko Walker. (9 Sioux Rd. Sherwood Park, AB)
  • Cafe Mosaics, is a vegetarian and vegan waterhole owned by Jillian Khuong. (10844 82 Ave).
  • Candy Bouquet, a specialty candy shop is co-owned by Karen Shermack. (12 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • Caramunchies, delicious caramel treats, made by Alysia Lok. (Available at various locations and online)
  • Cartago, a neighbourhood pub with killer cocktails and pretzels, co-owned by Katy Ingraham. (8204 106 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Cavern, a retail cheese store and cafe/bar, co-owned by Cecilia Groblicka. (10169 104 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Cat Cafe on Whyte, is Edmonton’s first and only cat cafe, serving up a purr-fect brew alongside ameowzing company (cats you can also adopt!), co-owned by Vivian Deng. (10111 82 Ave.)
  • Chartier, an award-winning, rustic, Quebec French style restaurant in Beaumont co-owned by Sylvia Cheverie. (#102 5012 50 St. Beaumont, AB)
  • Chocorrant Patisserie & Cafe, a cafe specializing in croissants, pastries and other fine desserts, co-owned by Kai Wong. (10328 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Confetti Sweets, a ‘totally awesome’ cookie shop owned by Kathy Leskow. (Two Edmonton locations and Online)
  • Confections Cake Co. sells custom cakes, slabs, cupcakes, cheesecake, macarons, snacks and other treats and is owned by Brittany Allen. (#140 15 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • Crum Coffee Bar, a cafe specializing in organic espresso and coffee, owned by Mila and Christine Gossain. (4640 Calgary Trail. Edmonton, AB)
  • Da Vinci Gelato, a luxury gelato shop creating batch handcrafted gelato from scratch, owned by Yvonne Irnich. (12 Rayborn Crescent, St. Albert and other locations)
  • Destination Donuts, a delicious donut shop owned by Heather Morris. (10548 124 St.)
  • Die Pie, a 100% plant-based (vegan) restaurant serving up “pizza pie to die for” and also includes many gluten-free options, is co-owned by Karuna Goodall. (11215 Jasper Ave.)
  • Drift Food Truck, one of Edmonton’s best food trucks serving delicious sandwiches, hand-cut fries and more, co-owned by Kara Fenske. (Truck travels everywhere. Fall/Winter at Shamrock Curling Club, Edmonton, AB)
  • Duchess Bake Shop, an award-winning, chic, French Bakery serving macarons, tarts, cakes, lunch and more, co-owned by Giselle Courteau. (10718 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Epicurean Adventure Tours, offering food tours and ‘eatventures’, founded by Bryanna Kumpula. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Food in the Nūd, a gluten-free, paleo, plant-based, whole food bakery owned by Chrysta Morkeberg. (9628 76 Ave.)
  • Glow Juicery, offering freshly-made veggie and fruit-based juices, green juice cleanses, smoothies and more, founded by Marnie Ashcroft. (Locations across Canada)
  • Grapevine Deli, a terrific little deli selling meats, cheese, soups, sandwiches and more, is owned by J Wagner. (10 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • Handy Bakery, a well-visited Portuguese bakery is owned by Yvonne Frias. (8660 118 Ave.)
  • Hansen Distillery, a craft distillery producing vodka, moonshine, gin and rye, co-owned by Shayna Hansen. (17412 111 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Honest Dumplings, a gourmet dumpling operation, co-owned by Ray Ma. (Dumplings available in many grocery stores or order online)
  • Huma Mexican Restaurant, a colourful and delicious Mexican restaurant, co-owned by Mariel Montero Sena. (9880 63 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Italian Centre Shop, an essential Italian grocery store and meeting place with a huge selection, fresh produce, bakery and more, owned by Teresa Spinelli. (Three Edmonton locations and a Calgary spot too)
  • JACEK Chocolate, an award-winning artisanal chocolate company, owned by Jacqueline Jacek. (three locations, Sherwood Park, Edmonton and Canmore, AB)
  • Kb & Co, a casual, conscious eats cafe focusing on healthy foods, owned by Kristina Botelho. (10224 104 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Kind Ice Cream, a small batch dairy and vegan ice cream scoops, sandwiches and pints shop, co-owned by Paula Shyba, Nicole Bhar and Candyce Morris. (9551 76 Ave.)
  • Kelly’s Pub, a lively downtown pub, owned by Kelly Smart. (10156 104 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • King Noodle House Pho Hoang, one of Edmonton’s longest-running Vietnamese restaurants specializing in beef noodle soup (pho), co-owned by Hoa Sen Dao. (10615 97 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • La Boule Patisserie + Bakery, serving artisanal breads, fine French pastries, chocolates and more, owned by Jennifer Stang. (8020 101 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • La Crema Caffe, a popular cafe selling treats, drinks, lunch, and more is owned by Jadranka Dzudzelija. (44 St. Thomas St. St. Albert, AB)
  • Langano Skies is a popular and authentic Ethiopian eatery co-owned by Amsale Sumamo. (9920 82 Ave.)
  • Leduc Coffee Shop is more than just a cozy cafe, it’s a place to connect, relax, discuss, and feel like home! co-owned by Karen Richert. (4728 50 Ave. Leduc, AB)
  • LOVEPIZZA, a tasty, fast-casual pizza restaurant, co-owned by Braede Harris. (Edmonton and St. Albert)
  • Mama Asha Cafe, an East African restaurant with delicious samosas, suqaar plates and Somalian breakfast, owned by Saharia Aden. (11745 95 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • McDonalds, South Common, South Common Walmart, Southbrook, Windermere and Windermere Walmart locations, all owned by Neeru Schippel. (Edmonton, AB)
  • MEAT, a popular restaurant serving authentic Southern BBQ, co-owned by Saylish Haas. (8216 104 Street)
  • Meat Street Pies, specializing in freshly baked-on-board meat pies, pastries and patties, co-owned by Thea Avis. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Milk and Cookies Bakeshop,  a bakery selling character cakes, cookie cakes, cookies, cupcakes, squares, and much more, owned by Rachelle. (5532 Calgary Trail)
  • Molly’s Eats, selling cookies, pastries and more, owned by Susan Chin. (Farmers Markets and U of A SUB)
  • Paraiso Tropical Latin Food Market, sells imported foods and goods from the Caribbean, Central and South America, along with Latin American hot food, and is co-owned by Alba Gonzalez. (9136 118 Ave.)
  • Passion de France, a cute little bakery with vintage Victorian decor and a variety of tarts, macarons, Viennoiseries, pies, croissants and more, is owned by Melanie Dogale. (11812 86 St.)
  • Revolution Ice Cream, offering delightful frozen treats, prepared by hand in small batches, co-owned by Jessica Steblyk. (Various locations and inquire online)
  • RGE RD, an award-winning, rustic restaurant serving Canadian, farm-to-table cuisine, co-owned by Caitlin Fulton. (10643 123 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Simply Supper, a meal prep business, owned by Monita Chapman. (2305 Rabbit Hill Rd. Edmonton, AB)
  • Splash Poke, Edmonton’s first quick service poke restaurant serving fresh, delicious raw fish, owned by Angela Wong. (Four Edmonton locations)
  • Sugared and Spiced, a lovely bakery offering creative cookies, scones, cakes and more, co-owned by Amy Nachtigall. (10334 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Tiramisu Bistro, a super cute Italian restaurant that focuses on fresh ingredients and sustainable wines, plus they have pasta in cones, owned by Seble Isaac. (10750 124 St.)
  • The Art of Cake, a lovely cafe and bakery known for nostalgic, artisan baking, co-owned by Gloria Bednarz. (11811 105 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • The Carrot Community Arts Coffeehouse, a community-focused cafe and event space, is powered by dozens of volunteers and managed by the Arts on the Ave Board which is comprised of many women including Glynnis Lieb (President) and Christy Morin (Executive Director). (9351 – 118 Ave.)
  • The Gamers’ Lodge, is a community-focused board game cafe and retail store offering coffee, food and nerdy collectibles co-owned by Carissa Chan. (10459 124 St.)
  • The Tomato Food & Drink, a magazine celebrating Edmonton’s food and wine scene, owned by Mary Bailey. (Edmonton, AB)
  • The Violet Chocolate Company, an award-winning boutique chocolate company, owned by Rebecca Grant. (17515 10 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Tsujiri, a Japanese matcha drink and dessert shop selling tea, lattes, ice cream and pastries, co-owned by Sharon Wong. (10173 109 St.)
  • Twenty Eight Urban Kitchen, a restaurant serving western and Filipino-Asian breakfast, lunch and dinner, is co-owned by two sisters Penny Young and Carolane Young. (#108 4807 44 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • TZiN Wine & Tapas, an awesome tapas bar with a huge selection of wine, owned by Kesley Danyluk. (10115 104 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Van Loc, has been selling some of the best and affordable Vietnamese submarine sandwiches (banh mi) in the city since 1997, and is co-owned by sisters Yen Ngoc Thai and Anh Ngoc Thai. (10648 98 St.)
  • Veg in YEG, a social entreprise growing vegetables, herbs and flowers for locals who ‘pay what they want’ for fresh, local goodness, owned by Nicole Spring. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Yelo’d Ice Cream & Bake Shoppe, a Filipino and Asian-inspired ice cream and bake shop, co-owned by Ailynn Santos. (10152A 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Wilfred’s serves thoughtful, contemporary takes on classic food and drinks in the Brewery District, and is co-owned by Nicole Brandt. (10429 121 St.)

Purveyors of Cool Things (Home/Decor/Cards/Crafts/Art/More)

  • Audrey’s Books, Edmonton’s oldest independent bookstore, is co-owned by Sharon Budnarchuk. (10702 Jasper Ave.)
  • Ascendant Books, is Edmonton’s longest-running source for metaphysical books, crystals, unique jewelry, tarot, aromatherapy, owned by Alice Powell. (10310 – 124 St.)
  • 3 Leafs Homes, providing modern recycled shipping container homes, owned by Som Sourachit. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Corro Collective, a boutique gif shop selling local, handmade products as well as event rental space is owned by Gwynne Turner. (28 Muir Dr. St. Albert, AB)
  • Blue Lamp Books, an independent bookshop specializing in mystery, detective and classic crime fiction, owned by Kristy Hollingshead-Rumsey. (10008 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Dara’s Luxury Decor & Coffee Bar, a home decor, gift boutique and coffee shop in the heart of Stony Plain is owned by Dara Choy. (5111 50 St. Stony Plain, AB)
  • Escape City, offering some of Edmonton’s best escape room, co-owned by Pamela Woolger. (5916 104 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Fern’s School of Craft, a crafting school owned by Jessica Fern Facette. (10350 122 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Gifts & Gadgets sells, well you guessed it—gifts and gadgets including unique or hard-to-find kitchen items, and is owned by Sharon. (111 1 Ave. E, Spruce Grove, AB)
  • HauteCoton, selling luxury, organic bedding, sheets, duvet covers, crib sheets and pillow cases, inspired by nature, owned by Nimi Kelloway. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Heart of the Home, a kitchenware store specializing in beautiful collections of everyday and special occasion cookware, bakeware, kitchen tools and unique accessories, owned by Katryna Springer. (12539 102 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Henry’s Interiors, offers an eclectic range of furniture and home decor, styling, staging, space planning and more, co-owned by sisters Janice Funston and Kirsten Proulx. (10247 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Inspired Home Interiors, a modern and contemporary design studio is co-owned by Alana Gannon Schilf. (#220 – 15 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • It’s a Crock Country Store, a country home decor store selling furniture, lighting, decor, candles and more is co-owned by Sandra Ulickij. (4711 50 Ave. Leduc, AB)
  • Justine Ma Design, a talented designer and hand letterer selling everything from cards to ornaments and more, owned by Justine Ma. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Made Social Co., a modern crafting community putting on workshops and craft kits, led by Christine Shankowsky and Andrea Hanki. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Majesty and Friends, a modern design boutique offering a curated selection of local and Canadian artists, designers, and makers, owned by Julie Morrison. (6241 112 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Mandolin Books and Coffee Company – is a used book store and cafe serving locally roasted coffee and variety of tasty food choices and treats, owned by Lianne Traynor. (6419 112 Ave.)
  • Medieval Manor Gardens provides locally and naturally grown native plants, cold hardy edibles and medicinal plants to retail and commercial markets. From landscapers, to chefs, to homeowners, they offer education through workshops, guided trail tours, and consultation services too. Owned by Dawn Watts. (Stony Plain, AB / Online)
  • Men are from Mars, a “go to” store in West Edmonton Mall for unique gifts for all the men in your life, owned by Susan Morris. (West Edmonton Mall)
  • Modern Farmhouse, is a home decor and gift shop owned by Amy Beier. ((#104 4807 44 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • One Man’s Treasure, an antique emporium and marketplace featuring unique treasures of all kinds is co-owned by Dannyelle Lavallee and Joyce Berezan. (4912 50 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • parcel + prose, a cute shop selling greeting cards, stationerys, and unique gifts, owned by Tracy. (10524 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Parkland Potters Guild and Crooked Pot Gallery is a gallery featuring original, affordable pottery, sculptures, collectibles and other gifts, and classes/workshops are also run through the location, and is run by volunteers but has an executive team comprised of women including Jan Haines (President), Jen Lloyd (Past President), and Marion Majeau (Treasure). (4912 51 St. Stony Plain, AB)
  • Peter Robertson Gallery, a commercial exhibition space for contemporary fine art, co-owned by Camille Robertson. (12323 104 Ave.)
  • Plum Home + Design, an awesome interior design and home decor boutique, owned by Jenna Pryor. (101. 12021 102 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Pretty Little Flowers, a local florist selling flowers for all occasions, plus gifts is owned by Tarah Lazowski. (#2A 20 McLeod Ave. Spruce Grove, AB)
  • Raggs to Riches, a unique vintage boutique with locations in Spruce Grove and Stony Plain is owned by Rita Brisbois. (123 McLeod Ave Spruce Grove or 4810 50 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • Renew Floorcovering, a boutique flooring service co-owned by Jillian. (
  • Shelly’s Finds, a home decor and giftware shop that sells art, pottery, clocks, jewelry and more, is owned by Melody. (#117 3919 49 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • Swish Flowers, a beautiful floral boutique selling fresh, quality, and creative floral arrangements and gifts is owned by Sheryl Asp. (14225 23 Ave.)
  • The Bookstore on Perron, an independent book store is oned by Kim Borle. (7 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • The Suburban Edit, curating lifestyle essentials for modern suburban living, owned by Kathy Heath. (Online)
  • Variant Edmonton, a comics and graphic novels shop co-owned by Danica LeBlanc. (10132 151 St.)
  • When Pigs Fly, a whimsical store selling all sorts of home decor and gifts, owned by Barb Moroz. (1047 82 Ave.)
  • Whimsical Vintage Creations, specializing in home decor, restoring, refinishing and redesigning vintage furniture, co-owned by Kendra and Kyla Tetley. (Bay 101 3919 49 Ave. Stony Plain, AB)
  • Zocalo, a lovely gift shop, greenhouse and cafe, co-owned by Miranda Ringma (10826 95 St.)

Beauty, Fashion, Health and Artsy Folks

  • 4Cats Art Studio Summerside, a studio offering art classes, workshops and parties, owned by Michelle Weisgerber. (3. 1109 Summerside Dr. Edmonton, AB)
  • Ahava Day Spa – an award-winning downtown spa offering day packages and individual treatments, owned by Veronica Green-Hashmi. (10132 105 St NW, Edmonton, AB)
  • Alana Belik Hypnotherapy and Life Coaching, a hypnotherapy and life coaching business, owned by Alana Belik (Edmonton, AB)
  • Bar OA Farms – Specialty Cut Flowers, an urban micro, sustainably-managed cut flower farm, owned by Bryanna Kumpula. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Bamboo Ballroom, a fashion-forward Alberta shopping destination, co-owned by Kyla Kazeil. (8206 104 Street Edmonton, AB, online and Calgary)
  • Bee & Key Boutique, a women’s clothing consignment store encouraging you to “renew, reuse, and recycle!” is owned by Rebekah. (4809A 50 Ave. Leduc, AB)
  • Bedouin Beats, a dance studio specializing in belly dancing and other Middle Eastern, Hip Hop Fusion, Folkloric, Fusion dance styles, as well as a store selling purses, shawls, jewelry and more, is owned by Michelle Kaplan. (11805 94 St.)
  • Bella Maas Boutique, a boutique showcasing “the magic that is Canadian and local fashion” is owned by Lindsay Hedstrom. (#168 – 11 Athabascan Ave. Sherwood Park, AB)
  • Blue Gemini Hair Studio, an award winning hair salon co-owned by Samantha and Paulina Truong. (14115 23 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Body Devotion, acupuncture and massage clinic owned by Brandy Buchanan R.Ac, M.TCM, R.Y.T (11528 Jasper Ave)
  • Cerulean Boutique, a women’s designer shopping destination is co-owned by Jill Bulmer and Kelsey Bulmer. (12 Saint Joseph St. St. Albert, AB.)
  • Crystal Driedger, an artist specializing in carvings, paintings and illustrations. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Deborrah Hughes-Gahr, an artist specializing in handmade, functional and decorative pottery like dinnerware, yarn bowls, patio water fountains and more, owned by Deborrah Hughes-Gahr. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Dog Dog Goose, a custom, hand-made dog collar shop owned by Lauren van Keulen. (Available at various stores and online)
  • Dots, a clothing store with two locations in Edmonton owned by Ann Simard. (11825 105 Ave. and 34th Ave and Gateway Blvd.)
  • Elle’s Closet Boutique & Beauty, a clothing boutique owned by Michelle Bishop. (10826 124 St.)
  • Elementum Massage, voted Edmonton’s Best Massage clinic, owned by Andrea Yacyshyn (7718 104 St.)
  • FabHab Interiors, offering functional and accessible home and interior design, owned by Navin Sidhu. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Flannel Foxes, an ethically-made, socially conscious, nostalgic clothing brand, co-owned by Brittni Goshulak. (Available at various stores and online)
  • Floc Boutique, a boutique women’s clothing store that is “For the Love of Clothing” with a focus on Canadian fashion, offering wardrobe consults and styles as well, co-owned by Janelle Rocher and Sandra Correia. (10106 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Frog Kissers Den, a unique women’s clothing and gift shop, owned by Harmony Csuhany. (10836 124 St.)
  • Gravity Pope, an independently-owned boutique offering carefully chosen, beautiful unique and handcrafted shoes, clothes and accessories, owned by Louise Dirks. (10442 82 Ave, Edmonton. AB, plus multiple locations across Canada and Online)
  • Girls Club DJs, a female DJ duo specializing in disco, house, pop with some hip hop, owned by Suzy Kenny and Jaclyn Panylyk. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Gus Sloan, a little black jumpsuit clothing brand designed with women in mind, owned by Lauren Dary. (Online, or 323 Bulyea Rd. Edmonton, AB)
  • Hideout Distro, is a distribution hub featuring a curated collection of quality goods from independent artists, designers and musicians, owned by Tory Culen. (12407 108 Ave.)
  • Kunitz Shoes, a family-owned and operated store serving up “really good shoes” since 1981, is co-owned by Darlene and Morgan Kunitz. (10846 Jasper Ave.)
  • Lisa Rattai Nails, an independent nail technician serving south Edmonton clients, owned by Lisa Rattai. (Windermere, Edmonton, AB)
  • LUX Beauty Boutique, Edmonton’s original apothecary devoted to hot and hard-to-find beauty brands, owned by Jennifer Grimm. (12515 102 Ave, Edmonton AB)
  • Max & Maude, is Sherwood Park’s go-to place for kids clothes, shoes, toys and accessories co-owned by sisters Jill Williams and Lesley Bowman. (#160 11 Athabascan Ave. Sherwood Park, AB)
  • Monjeloco Jeans, a shop selling Brazilian style jeans (“no ifs or ands, just great butts!”), is owned by Nora Furber. (#103 – 20 Perron St. St. Albert, AB)
  • My Favourite Aunt’s, a consignment store selling a wide variety of clothing ,shoes, handbags, jewelry and more, co-owned by Larissa Love and Holly Hawryschuk. (5212 86 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • My Sunshine Creations, a baby clothing company specializing in waterproof bandana bibs, grow with baby pants and cardigans, mocs, and more, co-owned by Kimberly and Jennifer Mah. (Online)
  • Peter Robertson Gallery, a large contemporary art gallery, co-owned by Camille Robertson. (12323 104 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Poppy Barley, a designer shoe company focused on polished, everyday essential footwear and chic functional accessories, co-owned by Justine and Kendall Barber. (5015 111 St. Edmonton, AB and Online)
  • Portage and Main, a comfortable clothing brand for families and kids, owned by Trish Reeves. (11. 1004 Parsons Rd. Edmonton, AB and Online)
  • Pretty Whimsical, handcrafted bath and body products for sensitive skin available online and in select stores, owned by Debbie Wong (Edmonton, AB)
  • Pura Botanicals, a green beauty apothecary and perfumery, owned by Lane Edwards. (10120 124 St. Edmonton, AB and Online)
  • Red Pony Consignment, a fashion-forward consignment store specializing in alternative, independent, fashion-conscious clothes, shoes and accessories, co-owned by Yannick Vienne. (9940 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Refinery Clothing is a curated clothing boutique for style savvy shoppers, owned by Christy Stevenson. (14263 23 Ave.)
  • Rescue Flats, an artfully designed and lovingly crafted ballet shoes business created by Sarah Befus. (Edmonton, AB / online)
  • Rowena (RetroGlam), is a boutique specializing in retro, vintage, modern pin-up style owned by Wendy Brydon (10544A 82 Ave.)
  • Seam Beneath the Stairs, offering quality, hand-created clothing for children, owned by Jessica Kennema. (Edmonton, AB/Online)
  • Sweet Jolie Boutique, a boutique clothing store empowering women to feel their best, owned by Nicole Rice. (10914 105 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Shop the Skinny, a lifestyle brand and clothing store owned by Erinn Trebaczkiewicz. (5015 – 111 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Shop New Classics, a sustainable, ethical fashion brand co-owned by Alyssa Lau. (Shop Online)
  • Smithstine Copper, selling handmade copper jewlery and accessories, owned by Kristine MacDonald. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Somewear Consignment Boutique, a travelling boutique consignment store, owned by Jacqueline Kitzan. (It’s mobile!)
  • So Pretty Cara Cotter, a handcrafted, modern sterling jewelry boutique owned by Cara Cotter. (10120 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Sylvia Soo Leather, an artisnal leather goods studio, owned by Sylvia Soo. (Online)
  • The Beauty Parlour, an organic beauty salon designed and built primarily with recycled materials and carrying eco-sensitive products, owned by Desiree Liley. (10011 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • The Dress Library, a dress and costume rental company, owned by Allison Heath. (Edmonton, AB)
  • The Dress Maker, a custom clothing business by Angeline Cuming who designs, sews and sells dresses. (Edmonton, AB)
  • The Nail Keeper, a beauty studio offering manicure, pedicure, nail extensions and waxing services, owned by Van Vo Kim. (10381 112 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Tuft Sprout, creators of meaningful children’s blankets and books, with some proceeds going back to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, co-owned by Cristina Fehr. (Edmonton, AB/Online)
  • unbelts, equitably made, and made to last genderless belts, owned by Claire Theaker-Brown. (Available at various stores and Online)
  • Who Cares Wear?, a women’s clothing boutique that caters to modern and sophisticated styles and does offerings personal styling services as well, is owned by Michelle Bessette. (11222 Jasper Ave.)
  • Whole Family Health, an Edmonton clinic offering acupuncture, massage, yoga, and mindfulness through an integrative holistic health approach, co-owned by Dr. Alda Xuan-Mai Ngo and Christina Pistotnik. (6523 – 111 St.)
  • WORKHALL Studio, a boutique clothing studio, owned by Nicole Campre. (Two Edmonton Locations and Online)

Marketing, Photography, Video, Design and Other Professional Services

  • abeça Productions, a videography, photography and consulting service, owned by Andrea Beca. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Beverley Theresa, a social media consultancy, owned by Beverley Theresa. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Bottom Line Productions, an arts-specific management and marketing firm owned by Darka Tarnawsky. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Box Social Event Planning, focused on creating fun, family-friendly events, owned by Deanne Ferguson. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Bumps Upon a Time, a birth & postpartum doula support service, owned by Karena Dang. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Charann Consulting, offers human-centred design, business analysis, project leadership, and transition management services, owned by Teri A McIntyre MA, CBAP, BRMP (Edmonton, AB)
  • Chatty Girl Media, a social media marketing firm, owned by Ashley Sexsmith. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Cultivate Digital Media, a social media and content firm, owned by Nicola. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Dianna Man Photography, a wedding and lifestyle photography business owned by Dianna Man. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Edmonton Area Family Doulas, providing guidance and support for families before, during and after childbirth, owned by April Fermaniuk. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Emilie Iggiotti, a portrait photography business owned by Emilie Iggiotti. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Focus Communications, a marketing, social media, PR, graphic design and video and writing company, co-owned by Sue Heuman. (10004 104 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Get Wheely, a white-glove tire service at your convenience where you can book online for a seasonal tire changeover, swap, tire repair or batter boost and Get Wheely’s team will meet you where you are and have you on your way in no time flat, co-owned by Rehana Gilani & Shameer Gilani.
  • Harper PR, a public relations consultancy owned by Natalie Harper. (Edmonton, AB)Bangel PR, a boutique public relations agency specializing in media relations, owned by Catherine Bangel. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Henryk Branding Co., a boutique branding business, owned by Carina Ludgate. (129. 10531 117 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Hoopla Media, an award-winning corporate video production team of creatives, directors, editors and storytellers, co-owned by Colleen Nuc. (5420 82 Ave, Edmonton AB)
  • Introvert Ink Studio – a creative home dedicated to brand and web design for creative solopreneurs & small businesses, owned by Teri A McIntyre.
  • Kaden Ave Communications, a boutique social media marketing firm co-owned by Kady Hobbins and Avery Johnson. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Katch Studios, a wedding photography business owned by Kat Gill. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Karly Ford Photo, a wedding and lifestyle photography business owned by Karly Ford. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Kick Point, a digital marketing agency co-owned by Dana DiTomaso and Jen Salamandick. (10620 Jasper Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Linda Hoang Digital, a social media marketing and consulting form owned by Linda Hoang (hey that’s me!)
  • Little Paws Inn, a pet daycare, grooming and overnight boarding service, owned by Morgan Budinski. (6908 82 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • Minted Photography, a wedding photography business owned by Lyndsay Touchings. (Edmonton, AB)
  • ME! LINDA HOANG DIGITAL, an independent social media consultant. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Monica Patt Acupuncture, providing massage therapy and acupuncture (with a fertility focus), owned by Monica Patt. (10118 124 St. Edmonton, AB)
  • Natasia Designs, a web design and graphics business owned by Natasia Martin. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Paull Travel, a locally owned and operated travel agency that’s been serving Edmonton for 34 years, co-owned by Rhonda Sveahun. (10175 100A St., Edmonton, AB)
  • Plaid Collar Films, a video production company co-owned by Kim Onciul. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Pumpkin PR, a public relations and marketing firm, owned by Holly Roy. (Edmonton, AB)
  • River City Recruiting & HR, a recruitment and human resources consulting firm owned by Allie Knull. (9333 37 Ave.)
  • Reel Story Communications, a video production company that tells inspiring stories, owned by Ruth Juliebo. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Sarah Mavro, a wedding and lifestyle photography business owned by Sarah Mavro. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Shawna Randolph Communications, a media relations and crisis communications training, coaching and consulting company, owned by Shawna Randolph. (Edmonton, AB)
  • The Creative Hive & Storyteller Productions, a co-working and event space, and video production company, co-owned by Dez Melenka. (16819 111 Ave. Edmonton, AB)
  • The Complement, offering training and styling services to help your business create a five-star experience and reputation, owned by Amanda Wagner(Edmonton, AB)
  • The Momoirs, a lifestyle photography business owned by Hannah Hamilton. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Tracey Jazmin Photo, a wedding and branding photography business owned by Tracey Jazmin. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Wild Heart Collective, providing event production, programming, community engagement, place making, marketing and more, owned by Krista Franke. (Edmonton, AB)
  • Worry Free Plumbing, your worry-free experts providing round the clock plumbing services, owned by Joelene Mackey. (Edmonton, AB)
  • YEG Inspired, a parenthood magazine for Edmontonians, sharing personal, relatable stories and narratives, owned by Lorraine Marie. (Edmonton, AB)
  • zag creative, a strateegic marketing firm owned by Alyson Hodson. (301. 10154 104 St. Edmonton, AB)

… and the list goes on and on.

Literally, there are so many more women-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in the Edmonton area than what’s listed here, I know that. And I can’t wait to see how big this directory grows!

As I mentioned, I’ll be updating this guide as I discover more women-led businesses and Ii you send me your suggestions on local, female entrepreneurs and business owners you think should be added to the list, I’ll add them too. If YOU are a woman with a business in the Edmonton area and want to be on this list, please let me know! Either message me via email or on my social media. And if I got something wrong and a business listed is not owned or co-owned by a business, let me know that too. Remember, it’s an ever-changing resource.

Happy International Women’s Day and be sure to share this post and support women not only today, but EVERY DAY!

Guide to Women Owned Businesses Entrepreneurs in Edmonton Area

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