2019 People’s Choice Award Nominee Information

Et Cetera Home

Tell us about your business. What is your product, what service do you provide?
Et Cetera Home was established in 2017 for the purpose of reimagining and reinventing antique and vintage items to embelish everyone’s home and garden. Vintage chic, shabby chic, call it what you will but these aren’t the family’s hand me downs. We have a range of home decor items to compliment any home from funky to charming, adding to the fun of giving anyone’s space just the right feel. We promote “Aspire Mineral Chalk Paint” and “Iron Orchid Design” transfers, moulds and stamps. A visit to Et Cetera Home promises to be fun and relaxing experience for everyone.
Who are your clients?
We cater to any age shopper. We have a range of items for the home and for gift giving.
What were your business’s most important achievements in 2019? (Include examples such as financial success, awards, recognition, growth of markets, new products, job creation, on-going stability. Examples may also include leadership, economic spin-offs, payroll, community involvement, attraction of new markets)
Here at Et Cetera Home we are most proud to be successful in Carleton Place. We chose this community for it’s small town appeal and friendly atmosphere, we have not been disappointed. We have also created a relaxing and friendly atmosphere for those DIY enthusiasts coming to learn and experiment. We have slowly gotten to know the wants and needs of our customers. We have expanded our DIY workshops and always ready for quick lessons or consults in using the products we support. Here at Et Cetera Home, we also support the Carleton Place Community. We have become involved in several fundraising events such as Summerfeast. We are always seeking opportunities to return the kindness and welcome that we received since opening.
In your opinion what is exceptional about your business? Why do you feel that your business merits nomination as People’s Choice Business of the Year?
We love what we do and encourage anyone to try their own reimagining and reinventing for their home. We provide a casual and fun shopping experience and we are always working on improving customer satisfaction.
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Stonefields Estate

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Established in 2010 and located in Beckwith, Ontario, Stonefields Estate has become one of Canada’s finest wedding venues. Owners Stephanie and Steve Malenfant have channeled their passion for celebrating life’s most precious moments into creating an intimate space where love is celebrated among family and friends. The Stonefields Experience combines country charm with white-glove service and features everything you need for your wedding day.

Our clients get exclusive use of the Stonefields Estate and a team of dedicated staff to help their wedding day run smoothly. Our packages include facilities for wedding party preparation, furnishings, a Red-Seal certified culinary team and commercial kitchen, bar service, choice of ceremony locations, overnight accommodations, and so much more.

Who are your clients?
The Stonefields Estate was designed with engaged couples in mind. We welcome couples from Ottawa and surrounding area, across Canada, and even overseas. Many of our weddings are considered destination weddings. Each couple is looking for a stress-free wedding experience, from planning to the day-of execution, especially those who live far away.
What were your business’s most important achievements in 2019? (Include examples such as financial success, awards, recognition, growth of markets, new products, job creation, on-going stability. Examples may also include leadership, economic spin-offs, payroll, community involvement, attraction of new markets)
In your opinion what is exceptional about your business? Why do you feel that your business merits nomination as People’s Choice Business of the Year?

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The Real Wool Shop

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Who are your clients?
What were your business’s most important achievements in 2019? (Include examples such as financial success, awards, recognition, growth of markets, new products, job creation, on-going stability. Examples may also include leadership, economic spin-offs, payroll, community involvement, attraction of new markets)
In your opinion what is exceptional about your business? Why do you feel that your business merits nomination as People’s Choice Business of the Year?

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Tell us about your business. What is your product, what service do you provide?

Who are your clients?
What were your business’s most important achievements in 2019? (Include examples such as financial success, awards, recognition, growth of markets, new products, job creation, on-going stability. Examples may also include leadership, economic spin-offs, payroll, community involvement, attraction of new markets)
In your opinion what is exceptional about your business? Why do you feel that your business merits nomination as People’s Choice Business of the Year?

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