ARTIST PROFILE: Julia Mori

At first glance Julia Mori's “Wedding” collection looks like a series of wedding photographs. Take a closer look and you'll see the guests' faces are blurred in her abstract representation of a faded family photo.

GOODWILL: Carpenter Hospice

Palliative care has captured the attention of the nation. No longer a taboo subject, death or long term illness is a matter the aging population is beginning to look at. Quality of life is being honoured, increasing the need for hospice and palliative care facilities, programs and services.

DESIGN STUDIO: The Shoppery

Clean classic designs, bohemian simplicity with contemporary updates, few seams and one quality piece of imported leather is what differentiates The Shoppery's vision of handmade bags, totes and wallets ““ each designed with longevity and versatility in mind.

Local skin masque

Born out of the combined passions of husband and wife duo Narae Kim and Elie Nehmé, Oakville-based Artifact Skin Co. uses forgotten cultural skincare traditions to create a line of natural products that you can feel good about putting on your skin.