40 Black-Owned Canadian Businesses You Can Support All Year Round

There are plenty of exceptional Black-owned Canadian streetwear brands, restaurants, art studios, and health companies that are well worth shopping at.

Jazz Cartier in Adidem Asterisks x Roots jacket
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Jazz Cartier in Adidem Asterisks x Roots jacket

Every dollar you spend is a vote towards the kind of world you want to see. So why not vote for equality? Not only are Black business owners twice as likely to be rejected for loans, they’ve been hit the hardest by the pandemic. Where you choose to shop can make a difference. The good news is there are plenty of exceptional Black-owned Canadian streetwear brands, restaurants, art studios, and health companies that are well worth your money.

Of course, in a world of Amazons and big-box stores, finding local businesses can be a bit of a challenge, but there are people working to shine a light on them. Afrobiz.ca and Black Business Direct are directories of Black-owned businesses all over Canada. Black Owned Toronto, meanwhile, is both an online directory and brick-and-mortar store highlighting small Black-owned businesses in the 6ix.

There’s also this handy categorized list we made of Black-owned Canadian businesses that deserve your support—not just during Black History Month, but all year round.

Aunty Lucy's Burger Shop

Aunty Lucy's Burger Shop

This burger joint in Toronto opened up just as COVID first broke out, but managed to sell out early every day anyway. With a new location in the Annex area, they’re still going strong to this day. Clearly they’re serving some heat. Their secret ingredient: the Lucy’s sauce.

auntylucysburgers.com

Pam's Roti Shop

Baccanalle

Baccanalle

 

Baccanalle takes a refreshing twist on contemporary and traditional Caribbean and soul food. They offer catering, private dining and prepared meals with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, diabetic-sensitive, and low sodium options, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

baccanalle.com

PG’s Jamaican Restaurant

PG’s Jamaican Restaurant

 

PG’s Jamaican Restaurant is a traditional Jamaican restaurant based in White Rock, B.C. Try some of the best Jerk Chicken, Oxtail, and rum cake here for an authentic homestyle experience.

pgsjamaicanrestaurant.com

The Nutmeg Spot

The Nutmeg Spot

Run by a husband and wife duo, the nutmeg Spot brings a taste of Grenada to you. They offer authentic Grenadian-style food, pastries, beverages through catering, food delivery, and personal chef services.

thenutmegspot.com

Ocean Spice Co.

Simba's Grill

BeetBox

One Love Vegetarian

Get Fresh Company

Adidem Asterisks

Veer Active

Adrift

Atelier New Regime

Monoxide

Exclucity

White Rhino Bags

Blk-ed

MAS Montreal

Omi Woods

Keepin It Young

Studio D

Kwesiya

Nuff Love Apparel

Brown Sugar by BK

Ellie Bianca

Go + Glow Co

Ignite Counselling Services

The Hustler's Agenda

Curl Bar

Goodee

Fresh Paint Studio

M.Falconer

Reynold Thomas Art

Black Sun Comics

Four "BLACKSUN" comic books

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