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Explore Nova Scotia's local makers & markets

Small businesses and founders shaping their communities and the stories behind them.

Corazón y Raíz community gathering
Halifax, NS12 Stories
Corazón y Raíz
The Pop Up Market outdoor stalls
Halifax, NS7 Stories
The Pop Up Market
Curbside Harvest
Nova Scotia6 Stories
Curbside Harvest
Lake Echo Farmers Market by the water
Lake Echo, NS3 Stories
Lake Echo Farmers Market

🤲 Handmade Crafts

Handcrafted products made in small batches by Halifax makers who care deeply about their craft.

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Bags of Love

Hubley, Nova Scotia


A volunteer-run nonprofit in Hubley, Nova Scotia selling handmade goods to fund care bags for people experiencing homelessness and hardship across the province.

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Biodiversa Art

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Handmade polymer clay earrings, mini flower vases, and bookmarks, each one inspired by the natural world and made from scratch in Halifax. Started in Colombia in 2020, every design begins as an idea that won't leave — shaped, baked, and finished by one pair of hands.

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Bonito Atelier

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Handcrafted art-toys, felted dolls, and illustrations born from culture, memory, and the courage to begin again.

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C'est La Vie Candles

Nova Scotia


A Nova Scotia candle brand built around personal scents and meaningful names, hand-poured by a business grad who started during university and never stopped.

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Christinas Beading Creations

Halifax, Nova Scotia


My name is Christina, I reside in Kjipuktuk (Halifax), from Paqtnkek Mi’kmaw Nation. From earrings to lanyard to little keychains may you come and find your next creation made by me.

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Karenina Crochet & Fibre Arts

Halifax / Dartmouth, NS, Nova Scotia


Handcrafted crochet creations: plushies, flowers, and wearables made with original designs, natural fibers, and the vibrant spirit of a maker who found her home through her craft.

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Majtan Artisans

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Handmade jewelry and concha keychains from Halifax, rooted in the embroidery traditions of Chiapas, Mexico. Every piece made by Rubi Martinez, one stitch at a time.

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NiceOnU Studio

Halifax, Nova Scotia


Handmade freshwater pearl jewelry designed and crafted in Halifax, built around irregular shapes and natural color rather than uniformity, sourced from pearl farms in China.

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Of Eden Co. Handmade Jewelry & Crafts

Dartmouth, NS, Nova Scotia


Handmade polymer clay jewelry and crafts made in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Every piece draws from everyday Canadian life and the Latin American artistic tradition found in Guatemala. Bold, personal, wearable art, made by one pair of hands.

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Philomena Jewellery

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Philomena Jewellery makes micro macramé flower jewelry in Halifax, hand-knotted using beeswax thread from Mexico and natural stones. Each piece is made by Fernanda Foster, slowly, one knot at a time.

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Plumes and Blossoms Art Studio

Halifax, Nova Scotia


Welcome to Plumes & Blossoms Art Studio! A celebration of nature through hand-painted bird and floral art, featuring original works, unique prints, and handcrafted creations. Thank you for visiting—I hope to connect with you soon!

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Radiance Wellness

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


A Halifax-based, home-grown self-care brand making 100% natural soy candles, wax melts, and handmade bracelets — each one crafted by someone who believes that slowing down is a radical act.

🥐 Bakeries & Sweets

From Filipino pandesal to European cakes, meet the bakers & confectioners making Halifax sweeter.

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Aimi Sweets Co.

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia


Aimi Sweets co.was born from my Indonesian heritage, cherished memories, and the longing for familiar tastes as an immigrant building a new life far from home. Inspired by the flavours I grew up with and the memories connected to food, I wanted to bring a little piece of my roots into everything I create. What started as a passion for exploring new ideas has grown into Aimi Sweets co. — a heartfelt journey of sharing my heritage, creating with love, and connecting with people through the taste of home.

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Bailey & Ollie's Crafted Crumbs

Truro, Nova Scotia


A cottage bakery born in a kitchen they loved. Gourmet cookies, sourdough, and an interactive Cake Bar, now travelling markets across Nova Scotia.

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Cakes By Neh

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Fully vegan custom cakes for life's special occasions, crafted from scratch with plant-based ingredients and South Asian flavour traditions. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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Kristy Cakes

Kentville, Nova Scotia


Kristy Cakes is a small micro bakery nestled in the beautiful Annapolis Valley, created from a lifelong love of baking and bringing people together through something sweet. What started in my kitchen has grown into a little dream filled with homemade treats, custom cakes, seasonal goodies, and a cozy roadside bake stand. Inspired by the love and memories created around my own family kitchen, every treat is made with care, creativity, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or simply craving something sweet, I’m so happy to share a little homemade happiness with you.

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La Potosina

Dartmouth, NS, Nova Scotia


A family-made Mexican candy and dessert shop, rooted in tradition and shared with love at Alderney Landing Market.

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Manuela's Cakery

Bedford, NS, Nova Scotia


A family-run bakery sharing homemade European cakes, pastries, and desserts with Halifax. Every treat reflects family recipes, traditional flavors, and a passion for authentic baking.

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Margot Bakes

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Homemade custom cookies, cakes, and flour tortillas made in Halifax. Every order is designed for the occasion: personalized, made by hand, and meant to become part of someone's celebration.

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Mary Cooking Greek Sweets

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Traditional Greek sweets and savoury pastries, lovingly handcrafted from original family recipes passed down through generations.

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Naguara Venezuelan Food

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Gluten-friendly Venezuelan corn empanadas and arepas, handmade in Halifax by Sandra Garcia and Hector Diaz. At Brewery Farmers Market every Saturday, and at events across Nova Scotia year-round.

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North End Baking Co.

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


A social enterprise bakery creating gluten-free, nut-free, and dairy-free treats while providing fair wage employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Every cookie sold supports inclusion, dignity, and the belief that everyone deserves meaningful work.

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Pan Dulce

Dartmouth, NS, Nova Scotia


Pan Dulce brings the beloved tradition of Mexican pan dulce to Halifax — handcrafted with care, perfected over years, and made to remind you of where you come from.

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Sweet Dreams Cake Boutique

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


A professional pastry boutique in Halifax, Nova Scotia, crafting custom cakes and supplying local cafes with artisan treats born from a cross-Canada journey of resilience.

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The Grateful Baker

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


A home-based bakery sharing fresh-baked goods with Halifax. Every treat reflects family traditions, heartfelt memories, and the healing power of doing what you love.

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Tinápe Bakery Café

Bedford, NS, Nova Scotia


Fresh Filipino breads and pastries made from scratch in Bedford, NS. From purple Ube cakes to warm pandesal rolls, every recipe carries 25+ years of culinary expertise and the warmth of Filipino breakfast traditions.

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Whiskey Treats

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Homemade, alcohol-infused, small batches, built around bold flavours and the kind of generous handiwork that shows in every bite. These are treats that feel a little indulgent and entirely worth it.

☕ Coffee & Tea

From electric-roasted single origins to rare teas sourced on-farm, where every cup tells a story.

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Expedition Coffee Roasters

Falmouth, NS, Nova Scotia


Specialty coffee roasted on Nova Scotia's only all-electric roaster in Nova Scotia. From single origin light and medium roasts to beloved seasonal blends, every bag is a small invitation to discover what coffee can really be.

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Pourdad Coffee Catering

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Nova Scotia's first specialty coffee cart catering company, bringing café-quality espresso — and genuine warmth — to weddings, corporate events, and celebrations across Halifax and beyond.

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The Roastory

Bedford, NS, Nova Scotia


Welcome to The Roastory—where every cup tells a story, and every story is created with precision, passion, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect cup.

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World Tea House

Halifax, NS, Nova Scotia


Born from a military family's tea traditions and reborn through a remarkable recovery journey. Specializing in small batch organic teas from over 20 countries, sourced directly from small farms where the owner studies and harvests annually.