By shopping local, you can not only support local businesses, but you can stock up on some pretty awesome products. Brampton has fantastic crafters, artisans and tastemakers, here are 10 you definitely need to check out.

Sara turns her original paintings into gorgeous accessories like scarves, umbrellas and phone cases.

Arrow & Vine was established in 2015 with the goal of featuring local artists, Canadian-made products, limited editions, and anything not generic.

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In business for over 40 years, Perpetual Bazaar is run solely by volunteers and offers handmade, one-of-a-kind gifts and household items.

Mrs. V’s makes real fruit and vegetable preserves and pickled vegetables using fresh, whole ingredients. It’s all locally-sourced when possible, too.

All of this company’s cold-processed soaps, body butters, and bath bombs are handmade, vegan, locally-sourced, and registered with Health Canada’s cosmetic registry program.

A longtime presence at the Brampton Farmer’s Market, Deborah Kenny Jewellery is handcrafted from high-quality sterling silver.

Making unique bow ties and pocket squares for dapper dressers, Malzmode has been in business since 2014.

This company’s handmade products – which include soaps, creams, beard oil, bath bombs, bath salts, lip balm, face masks, and even dog shampoo – are vegan and made with all-natural ingredients.

Run by a mother and her two daughters, this company produces custom-made crocheted items, wood handcrafts, and baked goods.

Love, Comfort, and Freedom are the three words that represent Nova Supply, a clothing company that makes versatile, timeless, and provocative clothing for men and women.

Saffron & Lily is a children’s clothing line that specializes in fun, fashionable design grounded in South Asian culture.

Feature Image – Sara Heathfield

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