Local daily deal co. wins online award
Only two years past its conception, Vancouver eco-marketing company, ethicalDeal, has won best online marketer at 10th annual Small Business BC Successful You Awards. As the vision of founder Annalea Krebs to make green mainstream the local company offers promotions on greener choices ranging from organic skincare to eco cleaners and has boomed across Canada with its integrated marketing approach. The ambitious under-30 entrepreneur was one of the youngest up for an award and was among 170 businesses in fields diverse as trade, manufacturing and arts. EthicalDeal.com
Art sale fundraiser
On March 14, The Chinatown Experiment (434 Columbia) will be housing Uncovered, an exhibit showcasing new and upcoming Vancouver artists, as well as raising funds for the Downtown Eastside Womens Centre. Pieces range from $100-$250. If you cant make the exhibition from from 12 - 7 pm, Cariboo Brewing will be sponsoring the after party. The $5 tickets will generate funds for both the artists and the DTES community.
Bridal swap
Have wedding odds and ends (or even a dress) to get rid of? Sell them at the upcoming Bridal Swap, April 7 at the Roundhouse Community Centre. Brides-to-be: purchase gently used treasures from past brides.Decor companies will also be clearing out their stock and sample and consignment dresses will be on sale.Tickets are $12. BridalSwap.ca
Got Craft?
Vancouvers largest indie craft fair, Got Craft?, is back April 27-28 with vendors, new DIY workshops, and delicious food carts, all at a brand new home the Maritime Labour Centre, 1800 Triumph. The first 50 guests through the door receive a coveted swag bags. GotCraft.com
EU bans animal testing
As of Monday, March 11, the European Union has banned the sale of new cosmetic products tested on animals, effectively becoming the worlds largest cruelty-free cosmetics market. Currently, no such ban exists in Canada, the US or China. According to reports, while cosmetics companies censure the measure as a halt to innovation, the European Commission claims it is in line with the majority of thinking amongst European citizens, and rabbits, mice and guinea pigs are surely rubbing their eyes, for once, in disbelief.
