At Gathering Place Trading, we believe in the power of women-led businesses. As a majority women-owned company, with 100% of our managerial roles held by women and 80% of our team identifying as women, we are proud to champion women’s leadership—not just within our company, but across our community.
International Women’s Day is a moment to celebrate the achievements of women while acknowledging the challenges we still face. The reality is that women-owned businesses receive only a fraction of the funding and opportunities that men’s businesses do. And yet, despite these barriers, women continue to build, innovate, and lead with strength and resilience.
Women in the Canadian natural food industry face unique challenges beyond the funding gap. From navigating sustainable supply chains to overcoming barriers in distribution and scaling, women entrepreneurs in this space must push through systemic obstacles to bring ethically sourced, high-quality products to market. Yet, they continue to lead the way in building businesses that prioritize health, sustainability, and community well-being.
We want to take this opportunity to shine a light on the incredible women entrepreneurs right here in BC—visionary leaders who are creating sustainable, community-driven food businesses that nourish and inspire. These women-led companies are proof that when women succeed, communities thrive.
· Kula Foods,
· Amoda Tea,
· Eternal Abundance Market and Eatery,
So today, we celebrate women in the natural food industry. We applaud the tenacity, the leadership, and the heart that women bring to their work every single day. And we reaffirm our commitment to supporting and uplifting women-led enterprises—not just today, but every day.
To all the women blazing trails in food, sustainability, and business—we see you, we support you, and we celebrate you!
#HappyInternationalWomensDay