The Local

09/03/2026

Throw back to our Grand Opening day at The Local in Kitchener 💛✨

Looking through these photos has us re-living all the high energy, smiles, and overflowing support from our Kitchener community. From the long line up of customers waiting outside the store to get a peek inside to the last conversation of the night, you all made our grand opening unforgettable.

Swipe through to catch the magic, the faces, and the moments that started it all. We’re so proud to be part of this local community, and we’re just getting started.

Shout out to House of Confetti for the awesome event decorations. Give them a call for your next local event! 🎉

And if you haven’t already, come check us out in Fairview Park Mall and support 80+ local artisans under one roof 🛍️

09/01/2026

Meet The Local! 💛

Terri-Lynne Rade is the founder and designer of Hare & Rose. After serving 38 years as a nurse, Terri-Lynne channeled her passion into creating sustainable, and eco-friendly vegan leather handbags made with recycled materials and hardware.

Named after her Celtic roots—where Ireland’s top flower is the rose and top animal is the hare—her pieces are thoughtful, beautiful, and made for lasting impact.

📍 Find Hare & Rose at The Local in Kitchener!
👉 Follow Hare & Rose

08/28/2026

Looking for a gift? We’ve got you covered for every occasion! 🎁

Find thoughtful, locally-curated gifts for everyone on your list. Stop by, shop local, and a support local makers, and artisans. 100% of our sales go back to the maker 🛍️💛

📍 Locations:
White Oaks Mall - London, ON
Fairview Park Mall - Kitchener, ON

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

KEEP IT LOCAL 💛

Skip the big box stores and kick off the school year with unique, locally made finds. Stop by The Local in London or Kitchener to grab your back-to-school essentials today. 🎒✏️✨

From aesthetic stationery and fun stickers to custom accessories, backpacks, and mugs, we’ve got everything you need to gear up in style while supporting your local community. Support Canadians and shop local.

08/23/2026

✨ Kinda chic to shop local …
✨ Kinda chic to support local businesses …
✨ Kinda chic to support a local makers dream …
✨ Kinda chic to shop local, at The Local!

From unique finds to gifts you won’t see everywhere else, shopping local means supporting small businesses, discovering something special, and keeping your community thriving. Come browse, discover, and leave with a little local love. 💛🛍️

08/22/2026

Did a complete restock at The Local! Wow!

Also added a few new things to try and some testers for everyone to try and smell!

You guys rock!

08/21/2026

Nothing brightens our day like seeing your smiling faces at The Local! 🌻✨

Watching everyone spread good vibes throughout the shop is one of our favorite parts of what we do. Thank you for making our community so warm, bright, and full of joy!

Shout out to all of the lovely people who stopped to chat and connect us. See yourself in these photos? Let us know below 👇

Drop a 🌻 in the comments if you’ve stopped by recently. We can’t wait to see you again soon! 💛