What a busy and exciting year 2014 has been for our team here at Don Of All Trades Professional Home Maintenance Services! We are proud to say that although our company has been busy catering to our clients and their home improvements, we still managed to set time aside to participate and attend important events that went on in our communities. Below, is a recap of the 2014 Local Businesses Events In Durham that we were invited to and happy to attend. Just another great example of how Don Of All Trades Professional Home Maintenance Services supports other local businesses in the Durham.
March 5, 2014
2014 Local Biz Expo and Trade Show

Photos courtesy Don Of All Trades
Our Team at Don Of All Trades Professional Home Maintenance Services had a blast at the 2014 Local Biz Expo and Trade Show held at the Ajax Convention Centre. It was an exciting event we participated in and although it was a long tiring day, it was so worth it to be involved alongside other fantastic local businesses in the Durham Region. We were featured in Snap Magazine-Ajax Edition! How exciting is that! Click the link to read all about it below.
2014 Local Biz Expo & Trade Show
March 8, 2014
Celebrating International Women’s on Day March 8, 2014 with Staples Canada
I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Staples Canada was celebrating International Women’s Day at their store locations. Not only where the Staples locations offering great discounts, door crasher specials and free refreshments in store, they were offering networking opportunities for entrepreneur’s! We quickly jumped at the opportunity to meet these incredible business women and found out more about their services and their business. Kudos to Staples on showing their support to local businesses in their community! These type of events are very important to all entrepreneurs. Even more of a reason to shop at Staples!
Staples Celebrates International Women’s Day On March 8th With Discounts + Goodies
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Photos Courtesy of Don Of All Trades

Photos Courtesy of Don Of All Trades
Our Team at Don Of All Trades wants to thank 2 special women in businesses. I entered my name for a draw and to my surprise I won their prize! My favorite piece? The novel by: Living Underground. Thank you Ruth Walker and Gwynn Scheltema from Writescape. Offering writers workshops, retreats and inspiration…escape to write with Writescape. Check out their website www.writescape.ca
March 2, 2014
Skin Cellutions Advanced Skincare & Laser Centre Grand Opening
We showed our support by attending this truly special Grand Opening for entrepreneur Marilyn Nickerson owner of Skin Cellutions and what a fantastic event . From free reiki demos, prize giveaways, special grand opening discounts, food and beverages and the fun and interactive Spin the Wheel to win game. My favorite moment was when Marilyn gave a wonderful speech that personally touched my heart. A ribbon cutting ceremony with Mayor John Henry was held along with other local businesses owners who also attended. We wish Skin Cellutions much success! Want to find out more about SkinCellutions and their products and services? Visit www.skincellutions.ca.
Now Located at 1626 Brock St South, Whitby within PinUps & Pompadours!

Photo Courtesy of Skin Cellutions

March 27, 2014
Carberry DIY Demo Series
The
Carberry Soap Company is one of Durham Region’s best kept secrets. Located at 629 Liverpool Road, Pickering, Ontario. Yes even Don from Don Of All Trades Professional Home Maintenance Services attended the DIY Demo Series. Being the only male for this particular event didn’t stop Don from learning how to hand-made soap with store owner Margo Stinson.
Sue Pitchforth, owner and principal decorator of
Décor Therapy Plus offered tips, ideas and advice on Dollar Store Decorating & Entertaining for Spring that fits anyone’s budget. A big thank you to Carberry Soap Company owner Margo Stinson for an incredible evening of learning! We are DEFINATLEY coming back!
April 11, 2014
First Annual Pickering Wing Fest
Had a blast at the 1st Annual Pickering Rotary Wing Festival
. Great to See some new and old faces! This place had an amazing ribbon cutting ceremony and the food was TO DIE FOR!!! Not to mention it was a full house! Wow! Did I mention Spider Jones
host on AM640 was also present for this event?
I believe this was a huge success!!!
April 26, 2014
Grand Opening of Whole body and Mind Family Health and Wellness Centre
Don Of All Trades got to the
Grand Opening just in time to witness the ribbon cutting ceremony from Mayor Steve Parish to celebrate owner Michelle Berentschot of
Whole Body and Mind Family Health and Wellness Centre ceremony today! Another fantastic local business in the Durham Region! Congratulations on your grand opening!
July 08, 2014
Celebrating with Cupcake Junkie and their Grand Opening
So glad we were able to make it to Cupcake Junkie Bakery & Cafe’s
grand opening. It was a day of celebrations and congratulations to owner
Jessica Kula Trinier and the
Cupcake Junkie Bakery & Café team! Located at 404 Brock St. South in Whitby, local residence enjoyed the complimentary coffee, cake and specials. Specialty cakes, coffee, teas, cupcakes, sandwiches and wraps are just a few of the delicious items available at this location.
Want to find out more? Check out
www.cupcakejunkiecafe.ca.
September 2, 2014
Durham Home & Small Business Association 20th Anniversary
Don Of All Trades attended the celebrations event for Durham Home & Small Business Association 20th Anniversary last night at the Abilities Centre. The Durham Home & Small Business Association hosts affordable monthly meetings that provide an excellent opportunity to network with local small businesses and so much more. A thank you goes out to President Stefan Hettich for the invite. Guest speaker Kerri King of Durham Region Tourism gave a glorious presentation on ” How to Take You Community Event to the Next Level.” Great turn out, food and networking!
Pam Little, CGA from
Pam Little Accounting, Don D’Orazio from
Don Of All Trades Home Maintenance Services and Kellie Doiron from
Zip Dandy were just a few of the many that attended last night’s Durham Home & Small Business Association’s 20 th Anniversary.
September 9, 2014
2014 Business Expo
Our team at Don Of All Trades had a fantastic opportunity to connect and network with other local business in Durham Region at the 2014 Business Expo held at the Ajax Convention Centre. It was quite an interesting and exciting evening to be able to browse the exhibitors booths and find out what these business, services and products were all about.
September 13, 2014
Brooklin Harvest Festival

So what is the Brooklin Harvest Festival About?
Great event going on this weekend for the entire family to enjoy. Browse the Harvest Marketplace overflowing with fruits, vegetables, flowers and plants. Children can participate in crafts, games, and interactive activities. Step back in ti
me and enjoy a horse and wagon ride and entertainment throughout the day. Stroll through the Downtown shops for unique gifts and sidewalk sales. For more information visit: http://www.whitby.ca/en/residents/brooklinharvestfestival.asp
First time attending the Brooklin Harvest Festival.
Got a chance to visit Sales Representatives
Rhonda Lee
Axhorn and Sales Representative
George Zois from
Island Heritage Realty Inc. Came home with some
fresh local produce and baked goods :). What a great event for the entire family! Lots of activities and local businesses in the community. Will definitely be returning next year!
October 22, 2014
Third Annual Purplicious Event
Last night’s Third annual
Purplicious Event Taste the Fares Of Durham was an incredible event for such a great cause! Raising awareness and funds to ensure that Epilepsy Durham Region will continue to impact the quality of life for those living with epilepsy. A big thank you to Jacqueline Bos and all of those who participated including restaurant’s Jack Astor’s, Boston Pizza, Lone Star and Trinity Irish Pub. It was nice to see Jacqueline Bos, Howard Haslett from
Legal Shield, Yolanda D’Orazio from
Don Of All Trades and of course
Rhonda Lee Axhorn SRES Sales Representative from Island Heritage Realty Inc. Of course it was great to see everyone else that showed their support as well.
October 25, 2014
Learning Disabilities Awareness Day

I was very happy that I attended the Learning Disabilities Awareness Day yesterday. Thank you for the invite Shannon Sheppard and to The Learning Disabilities Association Of Durham Region for holding such a great event! The presentation by: Dr. Joan Flood about ADHD was TRULY informative and educational. Loved it! Learned so much about something I’ve heard about but never really knew much about.
October 25, 2014
Mango Reclaimed 1 Year Anniversary Celebration
Photos courtesy of Mango Reclaimed
We had an opportunity to attend Mango Reclaimed 1 year anniversary celebration. Owner Melanie Curley studio is incredible! This studio is located at 2001 Thickson Road South, Studio 18 in Whitby. So many beautiful pieces of vintage furniture, milk paints, chalk paints and more! Free demonstrations were held, tasty treats and great deals were available to all who attended. Would definitely recommend anyone dropping by to see what Mango Reclaimed has to offer. Wishing you many, many more years of success Melanie! Happy Anniversary!
It was nice to catch up with Marta Raptis owner of Kalina Naturals at Mango Reclaimed 1 Year Anniversary yesterday. My wife was very happy to purchase some more of Marta’s incredible soaps . Did we mention that Kalina Naturals produces 100% natural, pure and luxurious, handmade soap and body care products? Visit www.kalinanaturals.com to find out more!
November 16, 2014
iDaybreak Grill Celebrates It’s Grand Opening

Photo by Snapdajax
Located at 279 Kingston Road, Ajax, this iDaybreak Grill restaurant has a lot of delicious menu choices that will satisfy every member of your family. On this day we ordered the sample breakfast. Let me tell you that sample was a HUGE portion of bacon, eggs, and home fries. Our waitress was fantastic! We arrived at 10am we were fortunate enough to find a seat as it was definitely a full house with local residences that were excited to try the food as much as we were. SnapdAjax and the Mayor Steve Parish of Ajax attended as they all celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony. To all the staff and owner of iDaybreak Grill, we thank you for your excellent food and service. Congratulations on your Grand Opening and we will be definitely be coming back!
An event, grand opening, anniversary or re-opening is an important scope for all small businesses. It’s the perfect opportunity to have some fun and get involved with your community. For many small businesses, these events are a critical part of their long-term success. They also encourage consumers to “Shop Local” and support small businesses in their communities.
For locals who live in these communities, these events are an ideal moment to drop in with friends and family members to find out who these new businesses are, where they are located, what products or services they have to offer and to show your support as a consumer.
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