Manitoba Success Stories
We head to the final province in western Canada where we highlight another group of entrepreneurs who have been supported by the Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) over the last 25 years!
Christina Hooper – Backcountry Fitness and Conditioning /Hoopers 80 Acre Ranch
We continue our Entrepreneurs with Disabilities Program (EDP) 25th anniversary celebration with a story of a Manitoba entrepreneur FIT to conquer any obstacle in her business and life journey.
Christina Hooper is a Certified Trainer/Lifestyle Coach and owner of Backcountry Fitness and Conditioning and an 80-acre hobby farm who empowers the lives of women in her community in Warren, MB and beyond. Her recent diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis and Optic Neuritis has led her on the determined path of breaking the barriers of all diseases and focusing on moving bodies, eating healthy, and improving the balancing act of life.
https://www.facebook.com/BackcountryFITnessandconditioning
Suzanne Morin – Doctor Decal
Meet Suzanne Morin owner of Doctor Decal based in Stonewall, Manitoba and serving the Winnipeg and Interlake region for all their graphic design needs. Whether it’s signage, display art, engravings, personal or company clothing heat press, or all vehicle decals/wraps supplied and installed.
Suzanne’s full-service print shop has been supporting her community since 1995!
Ashley Voth – Ashley Voth Stroke Recovery
Our next entrepreneur spotlight showcases the incredible story of how mental health, support, and resilience were the key indicators of this entrepreneur’s recovery which led to the launch of Ashley Voth Stroke Recovery.
A business idea spun from her own triumphs and tribulations as a stroke and cancer survivor, Ashley Voth of Beausejour, Manitoba now supports others going through the same journey.
Learn more about Ashley’s story and her services: https://www.ashleyvoth.ca/about
Steve Langston – Dirty T Shirt Productions
Next up, we meet the owner of a video production and marketing company with headquarters out of Onanole, MB where “Stories Are Told Here”.
Steve Langston brings positive impact wherever he goes whether it’s working with his clients, promoting an active lifestyle, talking climate solutions, or creating opportunities in his own community like founding the Riding Mountain National Park Film Festival.
Learn more about his impactful print in this world and watch his TEDx Winnipeg talk:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87LclJ-BlxE
Jeremy and Lana Larson – Ofty’s Riverside Campground
If you’re looking for a Manitoba family escape, consider a visit to Ofty’s Riverside Campground alongside the scenic views of the Whitemud River in Westbourne, MB!
Owners Jeremy and Lana Larson have built an incredible seasonal RV and camping community offering scheduled activities and many amenities including long-term campsites and even a large hall rental.
https://www.oftysriversidecampground.com/
Lucy Sloan – Lil’ Steps Wellness Farm
Our final #EDP25Anniversary celebration Manitoba entrepreneur story introduces Lucy Sloan. She is the owner of an animal-assisted therapy organization supporting children, youth, and adults of all ages experiencing mental health difficulties.
Lil’ Steps Wellness Farm offers a range of services, programs and workshops including animal-assisted therapy, land-based therapy equine-facilitated wellness, summer day camps, workshops, play therapy, and much more!
You can see why this business founded in St. Malo, MB with a second location in Winnipeg, MB is tailored to the individualized needs of their clients as a “place to BE and to BEcome”.
