Pride 365: Queer-Owned Businesses We Love

At Oma, we often talk about the importance of finding your village. Pride Month may shine a spotlight on the LGBTQIA2S+ community, but belonging, inclusion, and celebrating one another aren't limited to a single month. One way we can continue to nurture a vibrant and connected neighbourhood is by supporting the queer-owned businesses. Here are some that we love:

East Toronto:

Raise the Root Market - a delicious market and café focused on local food and community.

Craig’s Cookies - super fun bakery famous for its giant, indulgent cookies.

Avling Brewery - a Riverside brewery and restaurant known for its farm-to-table approach and sustainable practices.

Rorschach Brewing Co - an East End craft brewery celebrated for its inventive beers and welcoming atmosphere.

Additional Fantastic Resources:

The Pink Pages Directory - a searchable directory of queer-friendly businesses and community organizations where you can filter by region and category.

Flamingo Market - a marketplace and online directory specifically for LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs.

Everywhere is Queer - an app for finding queer-owned businesses and safe spaces, searchable by location.

YOHOMO - covers queer arts, culture, events and businesses with a Toronto focus

Scout -has a regularly updated pride guide with neighbourhood breakdowns