Hey.Cafe
Hey.Cafe, based in Penticton, British Columbia, is a Canadian social media platform. Founded by Andrew Lee, it serves as a privacy-focused alternative to mainstream sites. The platform organizes content into “cafes” based on specific interests. Notably, the service is ad-free and does not sell user data, sustaining itself through optional paid memberships.
Lemmy
Lemmy is a social media platform, similar to Reddit. You can find a good list of Canadian content here. There is a Buy Canadian group as well.
MavenFair
MavinFair is an online shopping portal that is based in British Columbia and they strictly only sell Canadian made products. They champion Canadian creators by ensuring every shop is owned and run by individuals residing and crafting within Canada. When a customer makes a purchase on MavenFair, they are directly supporting the artist, crafter, designer, or artisan who made the item. This direct-to-maker model fosters a strong connection between buyers and creators, strengthening Canada’s artistic community and promoting local craftsmanship.