Supporting Alumni Owned Small Businesses

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The UWindsor Alumni Association is dedicated to supporting our alumni. The Association is compiling a database of small businesses (100 or fewer employees) owned by our alumni. We’ll promote the list and encourage people to support these businesses through our social media channels and alumni e-News. Use the button below to register your business or submit information of a business you know of. There’s no cost to join.

All registered alumni businesses will be included in the listing and will receive a custom Windsor Proud window decal to display at the business. While we can’t highlight every business, we may choose to spotlight some businesses from a variety of sectors through social media or e-News.

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Alumni Owned Small Businesses

Jump to businesses starting with letter(s): A-E | F-J | K-O | P-T | U-Z


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Alice Welsh Pawttery

Alice Welsh Pawttery makes and sells wheel thrown stoneware cone 6 pottery, some with cat themes and most with regular glazes and no designs or with roses and trillium carved and stamped designs. Alice Welsh Pawttery also presents workshops in the Windsor-Essex County public, secondary., French and French Immersion schools, either virtually or (pre- and post-Covid) in person. I work with all students in all grades at all levels of ability.

Alumni Owner: Alice Welsh, BA '72

Phone Number: 519-980-9479

VISIT THE ALICE WELSH PAWTTERY WEBSITE


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Aloraflora Jewelry

Aloraflora Jewelry is a local jewelry business owned by UWindsor alumnus Allison. She is a silversmith focused on creating minimalist jewelry and custom pieces. Additionally, she offers a permanent jewelry service that usually operates out of Whiskeyjack Boutique (her Canadian-made gift and souvenir shop) in downtown Windsor.

Alumni Owner: Allison Mistakidis BSc '07, MSc '10

Phone Number: 226-774-1444

VISIT THE ALORAFLORA WEBSITE


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Archon Architects Incorporated

Archon Architects Incorporated provides services including architecture and design, 3D visualization, project delivery method management and more.

Alumni Owner: Settimo Vilardi, BFA '98

Business Address: 300-1645 Wyandotte Street East, Windsor, Ontario N8Y 1C8

Phone Number: 519-253-1630

VISIT THE ARCHON ARCHITECTS INCORPORATED WEBSITE


Astral Medical Esthetics

Astral Medical Esthetics

Astral Medical Esthetics offer dermal filler, microneedling, Botox, and other neurotoxins..

Alumni Owner: Krystal Krawiec, BScN '17

Business Address: 624 Chilver Rd. Suite 201, Unit 3,Windsor, ON N8Y 2K2

Phone Number: 519-990-8162

VISIT THE ASTRAL MEDICAL ESTHETICS FACEBOOK


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Armando's On the Go

Armando's On the Go serves full pizzas, slices take 'n bake pizza, prepared meals, and more! Our focus is to provide award-winning Armando's food in a fast and convenient way!

Alumni Owner: Enza Fontana, BSc '02

Business Address: 2760 Howard Ave, Windsor, ON N8X 3X6

Phone Number: 226-782-3988

VISIT THE ARMANDO'S ON THE GO WEBSITE


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Awaken Spa

Local aesthetics service provider. Specializing in HydraFacials, laser treatments, and lash lifts and tints. We want you to feel and look your very best. Visit us today to get the best skin of your life!

Alumni Owner: Nadia Hachem, MBA '10

Business Address: 3926 Concession Rd 6, Windsor, ON N9G 2H4

Phone Number: 226-777-6645

VISIT THE AWAKEN SPA WEBSITE


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Beaches Photo Repair

Beaches Photo Repair is a full-service agency available to preserve your memories. We convert photos, video and audio to digital formats to make sure your media lasts for generations.

Alumni Owner: Tyler Thomas, BA '07

Business Address: 9-83 Silver Birch Ave., Toronto, ON

Phone Number: 416-573-9088

VISIT THE BEACHES PHOTO REPAIR WEBSITE


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The Benefits Centre Inc.

Located in Tecumseh, Ontario, The Benefits Centre works closely with employers and human resource managers in customizing, implementing and monitoring employee benefit plans for companies as small as two lives to over 500. We can provide a comprehensive analysis of your current benefit plan, looking at the plan design, claims experience, cost and funding models.

Alumni Owner: Craig Fraser, BHK '85

Business Address: 1608 Sylvestre Dr Unit 5, Tecumseh, ON N9K 0B9

Phone Number: 519-982-8888

VISIT THE BENEFITS CENTRE INC. WEBSITE


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Biz X Magazine

Biz X magazine, publishing since 1998, is an international border city publication for businesses and people in Windsor, Ontario (Canada) and Detroit, Michigan (USA). In each edition Biz X delves into the issues, ideas, people, businesses and stories that make our region unique.
We offer 10 jam packed issues (print and digital) every year promoting good news in Windsor-Essex! We feature the information and editorial content that local business owners and managers need to know to conduct business in the area.

Alumni Owner: Deborah Jones, BA '89, '90, Colin Jones, MA '85, PhD '92

Business Address: P.O. Box, 7720, 27035 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor, ON N8T 3N5

Phone Number: 519-979-3711

VISIT THE BIZ X MAGAZINE WEBSITE


Blackrock Project Management

Municipal servicing construction management and contract administration.

Alumni Owner: Mike Jones, BA '95

Business Address: 266 St Louis Ave, Windsor, ON, N8S 2K3

Phone Number: 519-992-4280


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Border City Athletics Club

Windsor & Essex County's leader in speed & power development for athletes in track & field, as well as team sports. Throw | Jump | Run … for the Border

Alumni Owner: Kurt Downes, BA '03, B.ED '05

Business Address: 401 East County Rd 50, Harrow, ON  N0R 1G0

Phone Number: 519-564-2765

VISIT THE BORDER CITY ATHLETICS CLUB WEBSITE


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Brady's Drug Store

The Brady’s team is proud to serve Essex County. They’re well-trained and focused on fast, friendly patient care.

Alumni Owner: Timothy Brady, BSc '96, Karen Brady, BA '06

Business Address: 190 Chisholm St, Belle River, ON N0R 1A0

Phone Number: 519-715-9882

VISIT THE BRADY'S DRUG STORE WEBSITE


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Cannabis Law, Barristers & Solicitors

A law firm protecting and helping small cannabis businesses grow.

Alumni Owner: Russell Bennett, LLB '95

Business Address: 79 Park Ave, Scarborough, ON M4E 3S2

Phone Number: 416-835-6105

VISIT THE CANNABIS LAW, BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS WEBSITE


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Culture Shock Jewelry

Indigenous owned business that creates handmade jewelry and authentic craft pieces, including moccasins and dreamcatchers.

Alumni Owner: Kat Pasquach, BComm '15

Business Address: Windsor, Ontario

Phone Number: 519-566-3472

VISIT THE CULTURE SHOCK JEWELRY WEBSITE


CTSG Logistics

CTSG is a logistics company specializing in small-pack courier spend and is re-seller for UPS, Fed-Ex, DHL and G.L. Loomis which will cover any of your shipping requirements domestically, throughout North America or Internationally.

Alumni Owner: Kevin Parsons, BA '88

Business Email: MoneySavingSolutions@CTSGlogistics.com

Phone Number: 1-800-847-3586

VISIT THE CTSG LOGISTICS WEBSITE


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Deval Machine & Tool Ltd.

Supplying cutting tools, abrasives & precision measuring equipment to the local tool & die shops, tool & mould shops & machine shops.

Alumni Owner: Dan Marier, CBA '98

Business Address: 5755 Cady St, Windsor, ON N9H 2L1

Phone Number: 519-250-1122


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Dr. Annette Dufresne, Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Annette Dufresne is a Registered Psychologist, providing services to assist individuals to improve their mental health, their relationships, and their overall well-being. Common concerns include: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, abuse/trauma, and life stresses. Dr. Dufresne also provides consultation to community organizations on issues such as staff well-being or client care.

Alumni Owner: Annette Dufresne, PhD '02

Business Address: 956 Howard Ave, Windsor, ON N9A 1S5

Phone Number: 519-252-0551

VISIT THE DR. ANNETTE DUFRESNE, CLINIC PSYCHOLOGIST WEBSITE


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Elite Training Systems - Windsor

ETS Windsor is a 5000 sq foot training space laid onto a vacant pool in Kennedy Collegiate Institute, which hosts an array of state of the art training equipment to help all athletes improve strength, power, speed, and athleticism. We pride ourselves on athlete development through a mastery of fundamentals and age appropriate exercise selection. All athletes, youth through professional, are challenged as they progress through programs developed to improve on individual needs with their sport in mind.

Alumni Owner: Joe Garland, MHK '16, Austin Kennedy, BBA '15

Business Address: 245 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor, ON N8X 2R2

Phone Number: 519-817-2234

VISIT THE ELITE TRAINING SYSTEMS - WINDSOR WEBSITE


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Featherstone Music & Performing Arts Company

Featherstone M&PA Co. is a music school in Windsor offering piano and vocal lessons for all ages, as well as early childhood music group classes (ages 2-5) and music workshops for adults. Featherstone is a unique school which offers students a choice in their curriculum (pop, rock, or classical). The studio also offers a hybrid “Pop/Rock Piano & Vocal Fusion” lesson program which teaches students how to sing and accompany themselves on the piano.

Alumni Owner: Ava Droski, BA '17

Business Address: 628 Monmouth Rd Studio #6, Windsor, ON N8Y 3L1

Phone Number: 519-563-9996

VISIT THE FEATHERSTONE MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS CO. WEBSITE


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Gauthier Roofing and Siding

Family owned and operated, Gauthier Roofing and Siding is Windsor's premier exterior home improvement company. Contact us for your roofing, siding, soffit, fascia, windows, doors, skylight or eavestroughing needs. Pleased to serve more than 35,000 customers for over 50 years. We are the top-rated and most award-winning exterior home improvement contractor serving the Greater Windsor area.

Alumni Owner: Ron Gauthier, BComm '88, MBA '89

Business Address: 266 County Rd 42, Windsor, ON N8N 2L9

Phone Number: 519-727-6622

VISIT THE GAUTHIER ROOFING AND SIDING WEBSITE


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GL Heritage Brewing Company 

Awarded Amherstburg's 2018 New Business of the Year and the 2021 Community Builder of the Year, GL Heritage Brewing Company is a family-owned and operated brewhouse, tasting room, beer patio and retail shop. Open Fri-Sun.

Surrounded by fields of barley destined for your glass, GL Heritage is the only agricultural brewery in the region. This beautiful, wide-open space enhances the booming brewery scene in Windsor-Essex to add another great stop where you can expect high quality and award-winning, hand-crafted beer and good people ready to greet you.

Come enjoy a sample flight or glass inside or under our covered patio - or grab a pack to share with friends. Listen to music played on vinyl and the occasional live performance. We are family-friendly and pet-friendly. Food is available each weekend through collaborations with local chefs, restaurants and food trucks. Pop in to enjoy our new Bonfires & Beers fun each weekend!

The well-known Amherstburg Farmers Market is an on-site community hub which hosts up to 40 local farmers and artisans every Saturday 8:30-1:30, May-Oct.

Alumni Owner: Jennifer Desjardins, BA '94

Business Address: 8728 Howard Avenue, Amherstburg, ON, N9V0C8 

Phone Number: 519-736-7361

VISIT THE GL HERITAGE BREWERY WEBSITE 


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Global Wellness Chiropractic and Laser Centre

Global Wellness is a natural health centre using Chiropractic and Advanced Laser Technology to relieve pain, neurological issues, smoking addiction, weight loss, stress management therapy and much more.

Alumni Owner: James Wawrow, BHK '96

Business Address: 995 Front Rd, Lsalle, ON  N9J 2A5

Phone Number: 519-978-3305

VISIT THE GLOBAL WELLNESS CENTRE WEBSITE


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Golden Oak

Golden Oak is a soup, salad and sandwich shop offering unique and healthy options in the business district of Newcastle Miramichi. They make all of our soup, marinades, salad dressings and most items on the list from scratch. All items can be made gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options are offered and all attempts to accommodate dietary restrictions are made.

Alumni Owner: Peter Comisso, BSc '13

Business Address: 330 Pleasant St, Miramichi, NB E1V 1Y9

Phone Number: 587-645-8644

VISIT THE GOLDEN OAK EATERY FACEBOOK


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The Hook Pusher

The Hook Pusher is located inside of Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing. Owner, Dianne Clinton, provides a wide variety of cruelty free yarns and crochet supplies, custom crocheted apparel for all ages, and small group or private crochet classes. Shop online to see the yarn selection.

Alumni Owner: Dianne Clinton, BA '07, CAM '08

Business Address: 4755 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8Y 1H8

Phone Number: 519-984-9494

VISIT THE HOOK PUSHER WEBSITE


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INCIRQUE

Entertainment services for festivals, events, TV/film, BIAs, municipalities, malls, & marketing activations. Winner of a 2021 Service Excellence Award from Festivals & Events Ontario!

Alumni Owner: Kyle Sipkens, BFA '08

Business Address: Toronto, ON

Phone Number: 647-407-7479

VISIT THE INCIRQUE WEBSITE


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JELM Support Services

Mental Health Care, Counselling, Case Management

Alumni Owner: Milicia Reid, MSW '15

Business Address: Barrie, ON

Phone Number: 705-241-8634

VISIT THE JELM SUPPORT SERVICES WEBSITE


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Kaylo Digital

Kaylo Digital is a boutique WordPress web design and development studio. We design, build and support websites for service-based businesses and social impact organizations and brands who “do good” in the world. Specializing in website redesigns and web accessibility.

Alumni Owner: Shanakay Hall, BA '13

Business Address: Toronto, ON

Phone Number: 647-274-3188

VISIT THE KAYLO DIGITAL WEBSITE


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Ken's Burger

Ken's Burger is famous for 'Wet Burger'. A unique burger concept and unforgettable taste. The 3 oz signature Wet Burger is prepared with 100% pure Canadian ground beef patty or grass-fed spring lamb, seasoned with our special spices. In between Brioche buns, it is dipped into a special homemade tomato sauce. Vegetarian options available.

Alumni Owner: Ken Kasapoglu MEng '15

Business Address: 3165 Russell St. #305, Windsor, ON N9C 4E1

Phone Number: 519-999-6092

VISIT THE KEN'S BURGER WEBSITE


 

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Kindness Cafe Inc.

Kindness Café is a pop-up, not-for-profit business that rescues surplus and unsold food from restaurants, cafés, farms, and groceries in Windsor. We serve food back to the community with a “pay as you feel” (PAYF) concept — customers purchase their meals at any value they decide. This means they may also dine for free.

Alumni Owner: Ola Ahmed, MMB '19

Business Address: 2655 Cabana Rd W, Windsor, ON  N9G 1E7

Phone Number: 519-300-2425

VISIT THE KINDNESS CAFE INC. INSTAGRAM PAGE


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Kingsville Times Inc.

The Kingsville Times is a community newspaper covering Kingsville and the surrounding communities, established to fill the gap left by the closure of the previous community newspaper.  The Kingsville Times is online only and works across multiple social media platforms.

Alumni Owner: Mary Ellen Havlik, BA '93

Phone Number: 519-995-7375

VISIT THE KINGSVILLE TIMES INC. WEBSITE


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Kluck it Inc.

Kluck it Inc. is a fried chicken restaurant in London, Ontario.

Alumni Owner: Ibraheem Halbouni, BComm, BSc '13

Business Address: 93 King St, London, ON N6A 1C1

Phone Number: 226-559-5902

VISIT THE KLUCK IT INC. INSTAGRAM PAGE


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Lickety Splitz

Specialty ice cream and dessert shop. Lactose free rolled ice cream and vegan rolled ice cream, handmade and customized to order, made in front of your eyes for a one-of-a-kind experience! Also home to unique desserts like the bubble waffle!!!

Alumni Owner: Victoria Bivins, BHK '14

Business Address: 1412 Tecumseh Rd E, Windsor, ON N8W 1C1

Phone Number: 226-946-1123

VISIT THE LICKETY SPLITZ WEBSITE


Little Sheep Yarn Boutique Logo

Little Sheep Yarn Boutique

A boutique fibre craft supply shop specializing in high quality yarns in a wide variety of materials. Natural fibres, organic yarns, premium acrylics, Ontario dyers, gifts, hooks and needles, and more can be found in this friendly atmosphere where you can get expert assistance, seek help on projects, take fun classes, and participate in social groups with other crafters.

Alumni Owner: Kate Rosser-Davies, BA '07

Business Address: 521 Erie St E, Windsor, ON N9A 3X8

Phone Number: 519-962-9285

VISIT THE LITTLE SHEEP YARN BOUTIQUE WEBSITE


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Mailloux's Farm Fresh

Mailloux's Farm Fresh is a farm fresh market offering locally grown and sourced fruits and vegetables, plants, baked goods, frozen prepared foods and preserves seasonally from May to October.

Alumni Owner: Bradley Mailloux, BSc '12, Megan Carlone-Mailloux, BScN '12

Business Address: 500 Alma St, Amherstburg, ON N9V 2Y9

Phone Number: 519-819-6192

VISIT THE MAILLOUX'S FARM FRESH FACEBOOK


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Martha Young and Associates

Human Resources Consulting, includes recruitment, management coaching, labour and employee relations, training, Harassment Investigations, negotiations, development of benefit plans, review and development of compensation plans. Policy review and development - HR, Health and Safety, Covid; ensuring compliance with relevant and applicable legislation, such as ESA, HRC, PHIPA, OHSA, etc. Development of policies, practices and training to meet the National Standard of Psychological Health and Safety in the workplace.

Alumni Owner: Martha Young, BA '74

Phone Number: 519-730-0934

VISIT THE MARTHA YOUNG AND ASSOCIATES WEBSITE


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Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing

Located in Pillette Village, Nancy Johns Gallery & Framing specializes in custom framing and Windsor’s local artists. The gallery is the perfect spot to find local art for both the home and business. Whether you are interested in renting or purchasing art, framing your own collection, or creating a custom gift, we have everything you need to acquire that perfect piece of art.

Alumni Owner: Nancy Johns, BFA '90

Business Address: 4755 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8Y 1H8

Phone Number: 519-945-2222

VISIT THE NANCY JOHNS GALLERY & FRAMING WEBSITE


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Paper & Page (Thailand) Co., Ltd.

PAPER & PAGE is an award-winning creative digital marketing agency based in Bangkok and operating region-wide as a Certified B Corporation™ and member of the mc Group Global Network. With extensive, omni-channel experience and on-the-ground resources, our core competencies span digital marketing, online public relations, and website development.

Alumni Owner: Robert Woodrich BA '11

VISIT THE PAPER AND PAGE WEBSITE

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passionaTEAly

A company made up of two girls passionate about Tea. They specialize in Tea Bombs currently, but will expand their line to other great things made of Tea. They even offer sugar free options for the health conscious people.

Alumni Owner: Youstina Asaad, BComm '16

Phone Number: 647-904-8000

VISIT THE passionaTEAly INSTAGRAM PAGE


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Plant Joy

Plant Joy makes award-winning vegan doughnuts using high-quality organic and fair-trade ingredients. We make our doughnuts from scratch every morning and whether you are vegan or not, you can rest assured that each ingredient has been carefully selected to reflect our commitment to people, animals, and the planet. Finally, we love our community, and we work as much as possible with other local businesses and support a variety of local charities.

Alumni Owner: Jordynne Ropat, BSc '14

Business Address: 5622 Wyandotte St. E., Windsor, ON

Phone Number: 226-246-7196

VISIT THE PLANT JOY WEBSITE


Practical Safety Consulting Inc.

Practical Safety Consulting Inc.

Practical Safety Consulting offers Policy & Procedure development, on site crew visits and evaluation, safety meetings/tool box talks, COR Internal Audits, Accessibility Compliance Evaluations. Training Courses include Canadian Red Cross - First Aid/CPR Training, Confined Space, Pole Top Rescue & Bucket Resuce & Evacuation Training, Supervisor/Leadership Training, Electrical Awareness/Electrical Utility Safety Rule Book Review, etc. We offer our services throughout Ontario.

Alumni Owner: Glynnice Avery, BEd '76

Phone Number: 289-830-3457

VISIT THE PRACTICAL SAFETY CONSULTING INC. WEBSITE


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Project Pure Athlete Inc.

PPA Inc. is a hybrid e-commerce and contract-based sport performance company with a speciality in vertical jump training.  We service globally with digital products/memberships and hold many small to large contracts with amateur and professional sport organizations.

Alumni Owner: Tyler Ray, BHK '08, BEd '09

Phone Number: 519-992-4016

VISIT THE PROJECT PURE ATHLETE INC. WEBSITE


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Pure Mentality

Pure Mentality, Mental Wellness Boutique offers affordable and accessible mental health services and holistic practices like Reiki, Aromatherapy, Mindfulness, meditation, yoga and much more.

Alumni Owner: Erika Pozzuoli BSW '09, MSW '10

Business Address: 871 Ottawa St Unit #100, Windsor, ON N8X 2C9

Phone Number: 519-566-3957

VISIT THE RACHEL PURE MENTALITY WEBSITE


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Rachel Loerts Music

Rachel Loerts Music is a voice, piano, guitar, ukulele, and bass teaching studio based in London, Ontario. We provide one-on-one online lessons to beginner students of all ages and abilities. With compassionate instruction, we build confidence in our students while giving them a comprehensive music education. We believe that all music has value, and use the music our students are interested in to build lifelong musicians. Optional bi-annual recitals give our students a safe space to practice performing and show off their skills to family and friends.

Alumni Owner: Rachel Loerts, BA '17

Business Address: 15 Dudley Crescent, London, ON N6E 1S3

Phone Number: 519-566-3957

VISIT THE RACHEL LOERTS MUSIC WEBSITE


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Red Piston Inc.

Red Piston is a full service marketing and solutions provider that focuses on innovative experiences using technology such as mobile, Augmented Reality and Virtual reality.

Alumni Owner: Ali Al-aasm, BSc '03, Andrew Kale, BA '97

Business Address: 568 Chatham St. E, Upper Unit Windsor, ON, N9A 2X1

Phone Number: 519-916-1005

VISIT THE RED PISTON INC. WEBSITE


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SafestWork Consulting Inc.

SafestWork Consulting Inc. offers expert services to all business sectors in Human Resources Management and Occupational Health and Safety Management.

Alumni Owner: Adrien LeBlanc, BA '02, Paula (De Ryckere) LeBlanc, BFA '94

Business Address: 3033 Marentette Ave, Windsor, ON N8X 4G1

Phone Number: 519-250-4401

VISIT THE SAFESTWORK CONSULTING INC. WEBSITE


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Select Roofing

Select Roofing has been proudly serving Windsor-Essex county for the last serveral years with our roofing services. We are excited to add siding, eavestroughs and custom metal work to our resume. We look forward to any opportunity to assist our customers with the best experience.

Alumni Owner: Matthew Luvisotto, BComm '09

Business Address: 199 Riverview Ave, Windsor, ON N9J 3X9

Phone Number: 519-563-8926

VISIT THE SELECT ROOFING WEBSITE


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Senior Central

seniorcentral.ca is an online website which bridges the gap between the needs of Seniors, Caregivers and Pre-retirees, and the services offered by local businesses in Windsor-Essex. Local Businesses can advertise their discounts and business information, and Seniors can become members for free to access valuable information and resources that can help them live a better life!

Alumni Owner: Supriya Ramesh, BComm '11

Phone Number: 226-526-3936

VISIT THE SENIOR CENTRAL WEBSITE


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Sentry Group | Motivating Success

Sentry Group | Motivating Success specializes in advanced investment, private real estate development and tax deferral strategies for individuals, small businesses and owners of corporations. Using an in-depth Discovery Process, our Sentry Group team of professionals analyze your unique situation to determine where we can add the most value and formulate suggestions regarding the direction of your Holistic and Multi-generational planning needs.

Alumni Owner: Douglas Cerson, BComm '92

Business Address: 620 Davenport Rd, Waterloo, ON N2V 2C2

Phone Number: 519-880-9883

VISIT THE SENTRY GROUP WEBSITE


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StrongerU Senior Fitness

StrongerU Senior Fitness empowers recreation, fitness, and wellness professionals, and senior-serving organizations, such as retirement communities and long-term care homes, to deliver high-quality senior fitness experiences. StrongerU is the first senior fitness education company globally to offer instructors an online certification and 30 minutes of new class content monthly in a rotation of four formats: Cardio, Strength, Stretch, and Circuit.

Alumni Owner: Emily Johnson, BHK '14

Phone Number: 403-807-0076

VISIT THE STRONGERU SENIOR FITNESS WEBSITE


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The Travel Agent Next Door - Sheila Somerville

An independent Travel Advisor providing personal service helping clients find the best vacation!  Book cruises, all-inclusive resorts and custom designed trips throughout the world.  Home based business with flexible hours to fit your schedule!

Alumni Owner(s): Sheila Somerville, BComm '86, BEd '93

Phone Number: 519-437-5746

VISIT THE TRAVEL AGENT NEXT DOOR WEBSITE


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Whiskeyjack Boutique

Independent, woman-owned boutique nestled in the heart of downtown Windsor featuring carefully curated Canadian-made gifts, homewares, stationery, provisions, pottery, apparel, and jewelry. All items are ethically sourced from quality makers in Essex County and from coast to coast.

Alumni Owner(s): Allison Mistakidis BSc '07, MSc '10

Business Address: 368 University Ave. W, Windsor, ON N9A 5N6

Phone Number: 519-252-1818

VISIT THE WHISKEYJACK BOUTIQUE WEBSITE

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Windsor Creative

Windsor Creative provides complete marketing services for businesses both local and international. From marketing concepts and strategy, to full photography and video production, graphic design, social media management, and video post-production services.

Alumni Owner(s): Amanda Orr, BA'10, Devon Pastorius, BA '13, Elena Valvasori Pastorius, BSc '14

Business Address: 3353 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N8W 3R9

Phone Number: 519-819-3879

VISIT THE WINDSOR CREATIVE WEBSITE


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WindsorEats

WindsorEats is a for-profit destination and experience management organization with a focus on culinary tourism. We create and manage experiences and market and promote the amazing local, culinary establishments in our region. Our tours and events include the Wine Trail Ride Cycling Tours, Drinks of Walkerville, Whiskytown Festival, Windsor Craft Beer Festival, Urban Wine Fest, Dinner on a Pier, and many others.

Alumni Owner: Pina Ciotoli, BA '09

Phone Number: 519-890-5038

VISIT THE WINDSOR EATS WEBSITE


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Windsor Kabob House

Hospitality, Kabobs, Wraps, Persian specialty grocery

Alumni Owner: Mohammad Reza Mehravari, BSc '16

Business Address: 572 Mill St, Windsor, ON N9C 2R8

Phone Number: 226-739-2211

VISIT THE WINDSOR KABOB HOUSE FACEBOOK PAGE


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Windsor Squash & Fitness Club Inc.

Windsor Squash & Fitness Club has five singles squash/racketball courts, one doubles squash court and full gym and fitness club with cardio, weight training and aerobics equipment and personal and group training programs. Where people meet friends and fitness becomes a lifestyle.

Alumni Owner: Tom Porter, BA '74, LLB '78

Business Address: 2475 McDougall St, Windsor, ON N8X 3N9

Phone Number: 519-966-2141

VISIT THE WINDSOR SQUASH & FITNESS CLUB WEBSITE