IWD Spotlight: Women-Owned Businesses In Our Neighborhoods

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible women building, leading, and shaping the communities we’re proud to call home.

You don’t have to go far to find incredible women-owned businesses in our favourite Toronto neighbourhoods. We’re literally surrounded by them, from east to west and north to south.

Here are just a few of our closest women-owned neighbours, all just a hop, skip, and a jump from our Leslieville location at 1140 Queen St E or our Roncesvalles shop at 405 Roncesvalles Ave. If you’re in the area, consider stopping by to show your support.

Around Roncesvalles

House of Iris (407 Roncesvalles Ave) An interior design, home decor, and floral studio located right next door.

Roncy's Apothecary + Clinic (409 Roncesvalles Ave) A community-oriented space offering high-quality herbal products and holistic wellness services.

Bloom Health Clinic (388 Roncesvalles Ave) An all-women-led health clinic focused on whole-body wellness in a warm, calming environment.

Pik Thai (414 Roncesvalles Ave) Authentic, flavour-packed Thai cuisine from a woman-run kitchen.

Maison Violet (412 Roncesvalles Ave) Beautiful vintage and thrifted goods, each piece with its own story.

Damzels (394 Roncesvalles Ave) A beloved clothing boutique that has been dressing the women of Roncy for years.

Around Leslieville

Love Me Do (1142 Queen St E) A charming maternity and baby boutique filled with thoughtful gifts and essentials.

Raise The Root (1164 Queen St E) A women-owned organic market that has been nourishing Leslieville for years.

Side Kitchen + Eadreys (1093 Queen St E) Two women-run businesses under one roof offering delicious food, kitchenware, and home decor.

The Flamingo (991 Queen St E) A colourful, eclectic shop supporting marginalized communities and making art accessible.

Bobette and Belle (1121 Queen St E) Some of the most beautiful and delicious baked goods in the city.

Pharmacy Lab (1101 Queen St E) A women-led pharmacy with a wide range of skincare and wellness offerings.

We are grateful to be surrounded by so many women building, leading, and caring for our neighbourhood. You can also show your support by following them on social media, leaving a Google review, or telling a friend. Small acts of support can make a meaningful difference.