Daniel Belhumeur

From a hobby of making ketchup and BBQ sauce for friends and family for over ten years, Daniel Belhumeur, turned a job loss during the pandemic into an opportunity to launch his business making classic ketchup, BBQ sauce and hot sauces for a wider public. A condiments connoisseur, Dan has developed a suite of six hot sauces, including a hot wholegrain Dijon mustard and four table sauces on the mild side for every taste. Dan’s hot sauces boast Scoville heat units (SHU) ranging from 100,000 to 1.2 million. SHU is the level at which chilli peppers’ heat can be detected. His “Macho Mustard” is an invitation to the danger zone, while the “Zombie Punch” delivers the traditional and familiar tastes of mild hot sauces. Dan’s sauces are all masterfully hand-crafted from start to finish, from mixing, cooking, to even bottle filling and labelling. They are available in over 20 stores across Saskatchewan to please every palate and elevate people’s favourite dishes.

www.deadlydan.com

$7.5K

WINNER

Offering a clothing line that celebrates the rich heritage of Indigenous and Japanese cultures, owners Connor Campbell-Webber and Scott McIntyre, infuse a modern twist to their apparel screenprinting designs. Bringing creative ideas to life for athletic teams, corporate apparel, business branding and individuals’ custom garments, Connor and Scott blend in their respective Treaty 10 and Treaty 6 Territories’ cultures and values. The duo aspires to do and be more than an apparel company by delivering emotional benefits, entertainment value, and giving back to the community. With vibrant colours, unique designs and quality garments, their lines of t-shirts, crewneck sweatshirts, hoodies, and custom screenprinting services aim to please a broad range of customers. In an effort to show their support for survivors of residential schools and for the Truth & Reconciliation calls to action, so far XUSI designed three community support lines of apparel. Every Child Matters shirts for an organization located in Treaty 10 Territory, Live Easy t-shirt and hoodie line in support of a family member diagnosed with leukemia, and the Rise crewnecks, which sales were donated to Orange Shirt Society. www.xusiclothing.com

Having recognized that there was a gap in the offer of safe and fun adventure options on the water and on land, Candice Evans-Waite, a proud member of the Métis community of Buffalo Narrows, launched her mobile rental equipment company. Offering a thrilling selection of kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and eBikes that are perfect for exploring the natural wonders of Saskatoon and other locations in Saskatchewan, she makes a point of purchasing the supplies she needs from small local businesses in the areas that she serves. Candice and her team are committed to leaving every shore better than they found them by cleaning up after themselves and others. They encourage their customers to do the same by carrying out any garbage they may have generated and not littering in and out of the water. Beyond the fun and relaxing adventures provided by her rentals, she also recognizes the mental health benefits of being in nature and living harmoniously with all creatures. She founded The Local Adventure Company on her respect for the environment and her strong customer service values.

$3,750

Redeagle Plumbing and Heating owner, Bradon Eagle is a dedicated tradesperson providing quality plumbing and heating solutions to keep homes and businesses comfortable all year round. Whether providing new build, maintenance, replacement or improvement services, Bradon and his team are focused on safety while getting the job done well and on time. Since 2021 Redeagle Plumbing and Heating has tackled projects big and small from air conditioning units to kitchen and bathroom sinks, showers, tubs and toilets installation, and gas lines, furnaces and water heater fitting. You can also find the team digging and installing leak-free underground plumbing, sump pits gas and radon pipes or setting exhaust pipes screens to prevent birds and other wildlife from moving into building vents. Regardless of the service they are providing, Bradon and his team bring a fun-loving attitude and dedication to delivering excellent service to every job site. They are also committed to giving back to the community, by taking the time to share their experience and knowledge with First Nations community members such as when they helped Canoe Lake students who were learning how to build a house. www.facebook.com/redeagleplumbing

$3,750