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OPINION: Made in Hamilton has always meant something more

By Greg Dunnett
It’s not simply about location, but about the work ethic, resilience, creativity, and pride that have shaped this community for generations, and matters even more as Hamilton transforms. Made in Hamilton: It has never simply been about where a product was manufactured, where a business was founded, or…
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Hollow Co.: A custom solution

By Vanessa Green
Kat Scarrow launched The Hollow Co., an apparel printing business in Dundas, when she was consistently disappointed by the spirit wear offered at her kids’ school. When Kat Scarrow wasn’t happy with the options for spirit wear at her kids’ school, she didn’t complain. She did something…
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Made in Hamilton: The Mabel’s Labels Story

By Julie Cole
A frustrating parenting problem, a vision to solve it, and some tenacity helped a quartet of moms create an enduring brand. Read on for co-founder Julie Cole's six business lessons learned. Over 23 years ago, my sister and two friends, all of us former students…
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Saving the strays at Ladybird Animal Sanctuary

By Meredith MacLeod
After rescuing nearly 1,900 animals over 16 years, Hamilton-based Ladybird Animal Sanctuary is close to creating a farm that will be a refuge for animals in desperate need. It all started with three friends working together for one unforgettable cat. Sweet Oliver the cat was the first…
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IN PHOTOS: Festival of Friends at 50

By Meredith MacLeod
Check out these galleries featuring 50 years of images from the iconic Festival of Friends, a Hamilton summer music tradition. Click on any image for a full-size slideshow and be sure to read a deep-dive into the festival's history…
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Festival of Friends at 50

By Stephen Near
The iconic Festival of Friends, a Hamilton summer music tradition, celebrates a half-century of harmonies by looking back at what makes a lasting and much-loved legacy. For the Festival of Friends, the magic is the moments. From unforgettable musical acts to iconic artists returning year after year,…
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