We are so excited to be participating in the second year of The Wellness Market, Toronto’s newest well-being and natural therapies event. Created to provide an engaging space where like-minded health-conscious individuals can come together and connect, people who attend will enjoy amazing panels, workshops and activations in the wellness space.

Founded by Holistic Health and Reiki practitioner Natalie Kehren and Naturopathic Doctor Erica Arcuri in 2017, The Wellness Market was created to bring like-minded friends and colleagues together to experience an afternoon exploring wellness in a space that celebrates community, self-love, and healthy well-being.

The best part? It’s totally accessible with $5 general admission tickets, giving you access to the market, the expert panel and the meditation station.  The event happens THIS SUNDAY October 21st at Artscape Wychwood Barns.

Here’s what we’re excited for and what to expect:

Meditation Station Hosted by Hoame
Newly opened, Toronto’s next-level meditation studio, Hoame, will be hosting the Meditation Station. As Toronto’s most talked about new business in the wellness space, it’s a great time to connect with their instructors and learn more about their offering, while experiencing a grounding, soothing meditation experience.

Image of Hoame Meditation taken from BlogTO’s review 

Expert Wellness Panel 

Some of Toronto’s most inspiring individuals in the wellness space will be participating in the Expert Wellness Panel discussion including Laura Davidson, Founder and CEO of Sweat City App, Cassie Day, Founder of All Day Fit + Fit Escapes , Karina Vee, Co-Founder of Fit Escapes, Dr. Emily Fitzgerald, Sarah Moncrieff and the two amazing founder of The Wellness Market, Erica and Natalie.

Vendor Booths 

The vendors this year are a curated selection of delicious healthy foods, holistic practitioners, inspirational jewellery, yoga gear and more. Vendors we’re super excited about include Organic Traditions, Wholly Veggie!, Age Quencher, and Yoga Culture. For a full list of vendors check here.

Finally, Age of Lapin will have an Energy Exchange booth in partnership with My3Stars oracle reading! People who visit our Energy Exchange booth with get a free Oracle reading from My3Stars in exchange for an Instagram follow. Age of Lapin will be making free intention chakra bracelets for every Instagram follow. And if you already follow us, simply share a story about our Energy Exchange booth on your stories tagging us and you will receive the oracle reading and bracelet.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Image by Christine Gottardi

Whether you’re travelling this summer, living by the lake or just staying put, it’s great to have a few useful items ready to go no matter what adventures or chill-out sessions come your way. We’ve curated the best of the best for a summer of conscientiously chic self-care and practicality (and everything is Canadian too).

Bamboo Turkish Towel/Blanket 

If you don’t have a stash of Turkish towels and blankets already, now is a great time to start your collection. Traditional Turkish towels are recognized for their supreme absorbency. They dry quickly so they don’t absorb much moisture from a humid climate, rendering them extremely useful for beach days and travelling. They are also eco-friendly, with a luxurious feel and beautiful in quality. Their versatility makes them a must-have for summer, perfect to use as sarongs, picnic blankets, shawls, towels, table cloths and more.

Our Pick – Bamboo Turkish Blankets by House of Jude

Thick enough to act as a blanket or shawl for around the camp fire and thin enough to travel light and compact as a perfect beach towel.

From House of Jude Instagram 

Zero Waste Self-Care Products

As we transition our focus to more ethical beauty practices, we couldn’t be more excited to see so many brands step up to the plate by providing conscientious beauty lovers high quality products that actually work. And while many are taking care to ensure their ingredients are ethical while maintaining that luxurious effectiveness, there are few that are considering the actual packaging that their products come in. This summer, we are minimizing our plastic footprint and officially putting a hard stop on buying shampoo and conditioners that come in plastic bottles. Luxe, sustainable brand Unwrapped Life offers a stunning range of high quality, zero waste self care products. It has never been easier to be part of the solution AND enjoy high quality beauty. While we are smitten with their #zerowaste shave bars and vegan soaps, our product of choice is the shampoo and conditioner duos. Not only do they smell amazing (and look great on Instagram) they actually work as good if not better than salon-purchased products. Plus they are perfect for cottage life and lake-friendly hair washing.

Our Pick – Shampoo and Conditioner in Bora Bora 

Hydrating Electrolyte Powder

While we all know the importance of drinking plenty of water, we love the idea of getting added benefits for our efforts, like an extra energy boost and a glow that comes from the inside out. Electrolytes (sodium, calcium, potassium, and phosphate) and their powders enhance our hydration efforts with electric charges that stimulate our muscles and nerves and also regulate the fluids in our bodies. Our powder of choice is one that adds extra beautifying benefits with each dose. A glass of water infused with Age Quencher’s HYDRATE Beauty Electrolyte promotes radiant skin and gives a boost of energy as it works to hydrate all the body’s cells and combat fatigue and free radical damage. It also works to prevent signs of premature aging by hydrating our skin along with our insides. We also love Age Quencher’s powder because unlike other powders, it can work to reduce inflammation, brighten skin tone and aid in digestion.

Our Pick – HYDRATE Beauty Electrolyte from Age Quencher

Eco Friendly Produce Bags

Whether you are a Farmer’s Market fiend in the summer or picking up produce at your super market, we all know that plastic is out. While increasing our intake of fruits and vegetables is always encouraged, it is vital to remain mindful of our packaging habits. Single use plastic produce bags are detrimental for our planet. This summer, we’re investing in our bodies and the earth with a reusable produce bags made out of sustainable fabrics.

Our Pick – Mesh Produce Bags from credobags

Breathable, Eco-Friendly, Flowing Clothing 

We could not be more over compression black tights and tight tops that keep our beautiful energy sucked in and pulled tight. This summer, we’re saying goodbye to plastic clothing and embracing eco-friendly fabrics and flowing clothes that keep our minds free and our bodies at ease. We’re opting for clothing made of fabrics such as luxuriously twilled bamboo, soft linens and ethical practices (and special nods for being made in Canada).

Our Pick – Unisex Crossover Bamboo Capri from Zen Nomad