07/18/2026
We love our local community.
For almost four years, you've supported us on Jarvis Street, from 102 Jarvis to our home at 26 Jarvis Street. We love what you've helped us build.
We see the comments trashing Bridgeburg. It breaks my heart. So let me tell you what I know as a business owner here.
We've watched amazing small businesses open, pour everything into their dreams and sadly close a year or two later. Some became our friends. We miss them.
We've been part of the BIA and, say what you want, I've never met a more devoted group of people trying to make Bridgeburg better. Was the renovation perfect? No. But we have beautiful trees and flowers, renovated storefronts, community cleanups and thousands of hours spent planning events.
I don't often share the hard side of owning a small-town café, but we work our butts off. In this economy, most months are a struggle.
Is it worth it? I believe it is.
Jarvis Street has Art, food, coffee, hair and spa services, and even an actual Spa shop. lot's of yoga, Pilates, wellness, gifts, art, vintage, thrift, clothing, a party shop, a tailor, a bookstore, furniture, appliances a cycle & sports shop, Jewellery & currency exchange, and an amazing mechanic all by the river.
There is SO MUCH here.
But we need our community to choose local.
We're not corporations. We're your neighbours. Jon and I live just a couple of blocks from our shop.
Next time you need something, ask yourself:
Can I get it in Bridgeburg?
You might be surprised how often the answer is YES.
Imagine the businesses that would come here if they saw a thriving, busy street. Small businesses can't create that alone. The BIA can't do it alone. A renovation can't do it alone.
Our community has to help.
Have your meetups at a local coffee shop. Choose a local spa. Buy your next outfit, gift or piece of art here. Get it tailored here. Go thrifting here.
We all need your help.
Bridgeburg can be more than people remember. It can be something even better.
Choose local. Choose your neighbours. Choose Bridgeburg.
We'll keep showing up.
We hope you will too.
— Dana & Jon
The Manic Maker
Bridgeburg District, Fort Erie Ontario