Relationships Beat Transactions for Small Business Survival
Why relationships matter more than transactions for small businesses. Learn how customer connection builds loyalty, differentiation, and pricing power.
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Do Something New. It Changes Everything
Doing new things fuels creativity, strengthens relationships, and unlocks fresh thinking. Learn why novelty matters and how small new experiences create energy and connection.
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Reviews are the new Storefront
Reviews now drive AI recommendations. Learn why reviews matter for local businesses, how they influence AI search, and how to make reviews easy for customers.
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We’re Pausing Local Ordering in Guelph. Here’s Why — and What Comes Next.
We Choose Local was created to make shopping local easy. In Guelph, we haven’t yet achieved the sales volume needed to sustainably support local retailers, delivery, and platform growth. Continuing without that volume would not…
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10 Reasons to Shop Local in Guelph – and How We Choose Local Makes It Easy
At We Choose Local, we’re proud to be part of a community that values connection, creativity, and conscious consumerism. Guelph is packed with incredible small businesses—each with their own story, passion, and purpose. But they…
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Local Business Stories
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rszCYkg977g What if your next purchase could do more than simply fill your shopping cart? What if it could uplift a local Guelph business, strengthen our community ties, and create a positive ripple effect in…
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Guelph Business Stories
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pBi9e2oiPc&t=4s Every local business has a unique story, and these narratives are often filled with passion, perseverance, and a love for what they do. We invite you to discover three incredible businesses in Guelph that…
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Discover Guelph’s Local Gems
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1I2wm52_ijY What truly sets a local business apart? It is not just the one-of-a-kind products or services they may offer; it goes much deeper. They embody the passion behind their craft, the meaningful connections they…
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Inspiring Local Business Stories
At We Choose Local, we know that small businesses are more than just places to shop—they’re the heart of our communities. They create jobs, offer unique experiences, and shape the character of our towns. Behind…
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Guelph Today – Is shopping local more expensive? We Choose Local is debunking the myth
Think shopping local is more expensive? Think again! At We Choose Local, we’re debunking the myth and showing you that shopping locally can actually be affordable—and sometimes even cheaper. We know that many consumers are…
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