Alumni Gift Guide

Alumni Gift Guide

Le Dolci Culinary Classroom  (external link, opens in new window) 

Le Dolci Culinary Classroom

Culinary studio and classroom with in-person and online offerings, rentals and more

 Lisa Sanguedolce, Applied Geography ’00

Use TMU10 for 10% off

FloatOnTravel  (external link, opens in new window) 

FloatOnTravel

Travel agency specializing in luxury and premium destinations with a proud focus on LGBTQ+ travel and personalized travel planning.

 Matthew Calabretta, Radio & Television Arts ’09

Glorious Gardens Bed and Breakfast  (external link, opens in new window) 

Glorious Gardens Bed and Breakfast

A charming country inn set along Essex County’s picturesque wine route.

 Doug Speare, Theatre Arts ’83

Next Door Bed & Breakfast  (external link, opens in new window) 

Next Door Bed & Breakfast

Experience warm, personalized hospitality, a beautifully restored 1874 home in Belleville's historic East Hill.

 Jennifer Prince, Hospitality and Tourism ’96

Riversong Suites  (external link, opens in new window) 

Riversong Suites

A boutique escape surrounded by natural beauty and historic charm in Neustadt, Ontario.

 Pat Crocker, Home Economics ’75

Sacraspice  (external link, opens in new window) 

Sacraspice

Cooking workshops for youth

 Crystal Ceres, Retail Management ’15 and Celeste Ceres, Marketing Management ’20

The Underground Dance Centre  (external link, opens in new window) 

The Underground Dance Centre

Dance centre offering in-person and online dance classes

 Aaron Libfeld, Accounting and Finance ’13

Aille Design  (external link, opens in new window) 

Aille Design

Fashion-forward clothing products that empower and celebrate inclusivity

 Alexa Jovanovic, Fashion Communication ’16

Helen Mends, Helen Frank, Arts and Contemporary Studies ’18  (external link, opens in new window) 

Helen Mends

Upcycling textiles and replacing disposables

 Helen Frank, Arts and Contemporary Studies ’18

Makeway  (external link, opens in new window) 

Makeway

North America’s first and only sneaker boutique for women

 Abby Albino, Human Resources Management ’06

MANI JASSAL, Mani Jassal, Fashion ‘13  (external link, opens in new window) 

MANI JASSAL

Luxury evening wear and bridal brand

 Mani Jassal, Fashion ’13

 

Muna Swimwear  (external link, opens in new window) 

Muna Swimwear

Fashion-forward modest swimwear created for the bold

 Faareha Asad, Marketing Management ’17

ÖFUURË  (external link, opens in new window) 

ÖFUURË

Statement womenswear for the woman who doesn’t wait for an occasion. She is the moment.

 Tehilah Abakasanga, Business Technology Management ’19

Soxy  (external link, opens in new window) 

Soxy

Bold socks to help empower individuality and self-expression

 Boris Vaisman, Accounting ’12

 

SusLove  (external link, opens in new window) 

SusLove

Sustainable and eco-friendly loungewear

 Alexis Riley, Criminology ’21

T.K.S. (The Kimono Store)  (external link, opens in new window) 

T.K.S. (The Kimono Store)

Focused on comfort in the home

 Brittany King, Retail Management ’13

TMU Campus Store  (opens in new window) 

TMU Campus Store

Your one stop shop for blue and gold gear

Use promo code TMU2022AL and get 20% off your purchase.

Woodpecker  (external link, opens in new window) 

Woodpecker Canada

A proudly Canadian-owned brand, dedicated to crafting high-quality, ethically made outerwear

 Will Pohoresky, Fashion ’00

Use TMUALUMNI for 30% off

Beau’s All Natural Beer  (external link, opens in new window) 

Beau’s All Natural Beer

Beer, clothing and accessories from all-natural brewery, Beau’s.

 Steve Beauschesne, Business Management ’99

Cup of Te  (external link, opens in new window) 

Cup of Te

Organic loose leaf tea and accessories

 Taylor Lindsay-Noel, Radio and Television Arts ’17

Hummingbird Fuels  (external link, opens in new window) 

Hummingbird Fuels

High-carb electrolyte sports drink mix designed for endurance athletes.

 Lisa Charlebois, Radio and Television Arts ’00

LITS: Lost in the Sauce  (external link, opens in new window) 

LITS: Lost in the Sauce

A selection of hot sauces that bring artisan flavours home

 Karthy Subramaniam, Business Technology Management (BTM) ’18 and Doris Simion, Retail Management program ’17

Quest XO Chocolate  (external link, opens in new window) 

Quest XO Chocolate

Award-winning chocolate confections

 Quest Atkinson, Business Technology Management ’08

Red Cap Hot Sauce Company  (external link, opens in new window) 

Red Cap Hot Sauce Company

Authentic Trini scotch bonnet hot sauce, made locally in Burlington.

 Sanathan Kassiedas, Business Technology Management ’04

The Roasted Nut Company  (external link, opens in new window) 

The Roasted Nut Company

Nutrient-dense snacks that are both delicious and good for you.

 Justin Rabba, Entrepreneurship ’17

Ruthless Hot Sauce  (external link, opens in new window) 

Ruthless Hot Sauce

Hot sauce catering to those who seek genuine heat and all-natural goodness.

 Karina Navarro, Hospitality and Tourism Management ’04

Soma Chocolate  (external link, opens in new window) 

Soma Chocolate

Specialty chocolate food products

 Cynthia Leung, Architectural Science ’97

SPATULA Foods  (external link, opens in new window) 

SPATULA Foods

Premium frozen meals

 Shela Kwong, Nutrition Communication (MHSc) ’13

Tori’s Bakeshop  (external link, opens in new window) 

Tori’s Bakeshop

Organic, plant-based, all natural bakeshop, with gluten-free options

 Victoria (Tori) Vaccher, Theatre Performance ’07

Jocelyn’s Soil Booster, Environmental Science & Management ’11  (external link, opens in new window) 

Jocelyn’s Soil Booster

Regenerative growing tools that nurture healthy, thriving plants

 Environmental Science & Management ’11

Matthew McCormick, Graphic Communication ‘03  (external link, opens in new window) 

Matthew McCormick

Lighting. Spaces. Inspiration. Design life with magic.

 Matthew McCormick, Graphic Communication ’03

Alexandra Mann Jewelry  (external link, opens in new window) 

Alexandra Mann Jewelry

Toronto-based luxury fine jewelry brand known for timeless craftsmanship and bespoke designs.

 Alexandra Mann, Fashion Communication ’18

Alexis Gallery  (external link, opens in new window) 

Alexis Gallery

Handcrafted engagement and wedding rings.

 Mercedes Smith, Fashion ’12

Artifacts World, Alora Arnold, Fashion Design ‘14  (external link, opens in new window) 

Artifacts World

Earthy eclectic jewelry that sparks joy

 Alora Arnold, Fashion Design ’14

Assinewe Jewelry  (external link, opens in new window) 

Assinewe Jewelry

Handmade jewelry incorporating traditional Ojibwe styles and techniques

 Edie Assinewe, Retail Management ’21

Biko  (external link, opens in new window) 

Biko

Modern nostalgic jewelry,  made with love in Toronto

  Corrine Anestopoulos, New Media ’05

Compound Studio  (external link, opens in new window) 

Compound Studio

Accessory design studio operating three brands: Vitaly, Clock and Colours and Etah Love

 Shane Vitaly Foran, Politics and Governance ’10

Crafted by Crystal Elisa  (external link, opens in new window) 

Crafted by Crystal Elisa

Handcrafted, minimal-style products. Discover timeless elegance in every piece.

 Crystal Ceres, Retail Management ’15

Ela Handbags  (external link, opens in new window) 

Ela Handbags

Vegan leather bags and accessories

 Ela Aldorsson, Fashion Design ’05

Ethos Adorned  (external link, opens in new window) 

Ethos Adorned

Handmade vegan leather jewelry

 Jennifer Huynh, Graphic Communications Management ’16

Fanny Packs by Alysia Myette  (external link, opens in new window) 

Fanny Packs by Alysia Myette

Fanny packs and accessories

 Alysia Myette, Fashion ’15, Fashion (MA) ’19

HEN + Bear, Genevieve Smolders, Fashion Design ‘09  (external link, opens in new window) 

HEN + Bear

Handmade jewelry collection

 Genevieve Smolders, Fashion Design ’09

Inkbox, Tyler Handley, Business Management ‘10 (co-founder)  (external link, opens in new window) 

Inkbox

Commitment-free tattoos

 Braden Handley, Business Management ’10 (co-founder)

Leah Alexandra  (external link, opens in new window) 

Leah Alexandra

Timeless treasures designed to become a storytelling heirloom

 Leah Belford, Fashion Communications ’04

Liel and Lentz, Maggie Coblentz, Fashion Design ‘11  (external link, opens in new window) 

Liel and Lentz

Contemporary designer costume jewelry

 Maggie Coblentz, Fashion Design ’11

Lisa Gozlan Jewelry  (external link, opens in new window) 

Lisa Gozlan Jewelry

Fine jewelry brand redefining everyday jewelry.

 Lisa Gozlan, Retail Management ’11

Love at First Blush  (external link, opens in new window) 

Love at First Blush

Whimsical pieces of wearable art, inspired by flora and fauna

 Sabrina Chin, Fashion Design ’06

MEJURI, Noura Sakkijha, MBA ‘12  (external link, opens in new window) 

MEJURI

Fine jewelry for every day, handcrafted like the olden days bit designed for the golden days ahead

 Noura Sakkijha, MBA ’12

Myka Designs  (external link, opens in new window) 

Myka Designs

Jewelry piece with innovative design, clever engineering and impeccable quality

 Maja Bremer, Fashion ’91 and Michael Bremer, Fashion ’92

NIJMA M  (external link, opens in new window) 

NIJMA M

Modernly opulent fine and demi-fine jewelry, made for those who believe glamour belongs in the daylight.

 Elaina Mansour, Fashion Co-Ordination and Styling ’21

Pamela Card Jewelry, Pamela Card, Fashion ‘11  (external link, opens in new window) 

Pamela Card Jewelry

Jewelry that combines components of historic beauty with modern day sentiments

 Pamela Card, Fashion ’11

Pine and Needle Designs, Megan Lewis, Child and Youth Care ’17, MA  Public Policy and Administration ’18  (external link, opens in new window) 

Pine and Needle Designs

Contemporary Indigenous beadwork. Designed to be worn loudly and proudly

 Megan Lewis, Child and Youth Care ’17, MA Public Policy and Administration ’18

Romali Jewelry Studio  (external link, opens in new window) 

Romali Jewelry Studio

Meaningful jewelry that connects people and celebrates individuality.

 Romina Bakhtiari, Nursing ’22

Solitaire Jewelry  (external link, opens in new window) 

Solitaire Jewelry

Fine custom jewelry, exquisite gemstones, unique engagement rings.

 Arbi Khanjian, Marketing Management ’02

Unsalted Honey Jewelry, Tiffany Turchyn, Business Management ‘21  (external link, opens in new window) 

Unsalted Honey Jewelry

Tarnish free and plated jewelry for everyone

 Tiffany Turchyn, Business Management ’21

Vishva Fine Jewelry  (external link, opens in new window) 

Vishva Fine Jewelry

Heirloom jewelry from the artisans of India.

 Amarinder Chahal, Retail Management ’11

Warren Steven Scott  (external link, opens in new window) 

Warren Steven Scott

Contemporary Indigenous jewelry and clothing

  Warren Steven Scott, Fashion Design ’16

Aly Lou Studios  (external link, opens in new window) 

Aly Lou Studios

Unique and humorous greeting cards and stationery products

 Alyssa Lucchetta, Creative Industries ’17, Daniel Lucchetta, Graphic Communications Management ’21

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Sustainably-sourced alpaca blankets and luxury scarves, supporting Ecuadorian artisans.

 Harry Pino, Computer Science ’24

Karooodles  (external link, opens in new window) 

Karooodles

Bright faith based stationery for any occasion

 Karissa Liu, Nursing ’03

Love Your Company  (external link, opens in new window) 

Love Your Company

Conversation Starter Card Decks

 Priyanka Jain, Journalism ’13

Melanie Cheung Studio, Fashion Design ‘06  (external link, opens in new window) 

Melanie Cheung Studio

Abstract artist based in Hamilton, Ontario

 Melanie Cheung, Fashion Design ’08

Nadine Nevitt  (external link, opens in new window) 

Nadine Nevitt

Vancouver-based textiles, books and stationary

 Nadine Nevitt, Fashion Communication ’11

Paula Lee Calligraphy  (external link, opens in new window) 

Paula Lee Calligraphy

Calligraphy services and custom stationery for weddings and events

 Paula Lee, Image Arts ’12

Present Day Gifts  (external link, opens in new window) 

Present Day Gifts

Toronto’s first curated and customizable gift box service

 Sophia Pierro, Image Arts ’06

Promises by Nicole — Nicole Padilla, Business Management, 2020  (external link, opens in new window) 

Promises by Nicole

Shadow Boxes with roses, float frames, jewelry boxes, to drinkware

 Nicole Padilla, Business Management ’20

Rikki Marcone Floral and Event Design  (external link, opens in new window) 

Rikki Marcone Floral and Event Design

Unique floral and event designs, inspired by nature

 Rikki Marcone, Hospitality and Tourism ’14

Rina Kazachinski Fine Art  (external link, opens in new window) 

Rina.Kaz.Art

Original paintings and custom digital portraits

 Rina Kazavchinski, Business Management ’10

Salt and Paper  (external link, opens in new window) 

Salt and Paper

Custom portrait stamps and stationery

 Monika Millar, Theatre Production ’10

Coldture  (external link, opens in new window) 

Coldture

Innovative cold plunge therapy products

 Daniel Mazour, Business Technology Management ’14

Jen B Yogi  (external link, opens in new window) 

Jen B Yogi

Integrating well-being, awareness, and education through yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and connecting meaningfully

 Food and Nutrition, Proficiency in French

My Centre Peace  (external link, opens in new window) 

My Centre Peace

Eco-conscious self-care products

 Denee (Kiara) Rudder, Journalism ’22

Make Nice Company  (external link, opens in new window) 

Make Nice Company

Plastic-free solid dish soap and kitchen accessories

 Bonnie Yang, Fashion ’16

Pure + Simple  (external link, opens in new window) 

Pure + Simple

All-natural, holistic beauty products and facial treatments.

 Kristen Ma, Retail Management ’12

Rendezvous Scents, Daniel Orban, Professional Communication ’19  (external link, opens in new window) 

Rendezvous Scents

Self-Discovery Through Curated Scent Journeys

 Daniel Orban, Professional Communication ’19

SCORIA  (external link, opens in new window) 

SCORIA

Natural yoga mats and props that inspire through artistic expression and support Indigenous youth education with every order.

 Yara Kamal, Fashion Communications ’15

Somi Body, Maria Portillo, Global Management  (external link, opens in new window) 

Somi Body

Sustainable personal care brand that helps reduce use of single-use plastics

 Maria Portillo, Global Management ’21

Sparkle  (external link, opens in new window) 

Sparkle

Affordable organic and biodegradable sanitary pads

 Alumnus: Chirag Virani, MBA ’12

Are you an alumnus with a business that would make a great addition to our TMU Alumni Gift Guide?

We’d love to know about it! Contact Erin MacDonald, Alumni Relations Officer, at erinmac@torontomu.ca with details about your business or product.