Precursor

When I first launched this blog a few months ago, I told y’all that it was gonna be full of randomness. So, you were warned, and yet you’re still here.

Background

As part of a little project I’m working on, I’ve compiled a list of small businesses in Saint John that have gone out of their way to demonstrate their inclusiveness and welcoming attitude toward members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. The ultimate purpose of this list is yet to be realized, but in the meantime I figured I’d post here what I’ve put together.

The Ask

If you’ve got a business you think should be added to the list, please reach out and let me know what the business is, and how they’ve demonstrated their allyship. I’m also interested in identifying supportive businesses in Grand Bay-Westfield, Welsford, Public Landing and Browns Flat. (Oh, and if you think someone should not be on this list, please send me a private message to let me know what’s up.)

The Invitation

Please feel free to share this list! Let’s support those who support the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Also, feel free to let the owners of these businesses know I’ve called them out for being awesome.

The List 🏳️‍🌈

Club 506 | 9 Sydney Street

An 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive dance bar featuring old-school house party hits and today’s hottest tracks. Affordable drinks and 2 for 1 specials every night. Free parking. Call 506-642-6747.

Fusion East Taproom | 11 Fashion Drive

A world of unique craft beers, liquors, cocktails, mocktails & entertainment! Free parking. Call 506-652-4666.

Glass Roots Inc. | Back Alley, 87 Canterbury Street

Glass artists creating blown glass and crystal ornaments. Book a private glassblowing class. Call 506-642-0806

Heartbreak Boutique | 94 Germain Street

Where classic style meets fun, modern & unexpected twists! Specializing in retro & vintage inspired styles, goth & alternative styles. Call 506-214-5900.

Heroes Beacon Comics & Games | 25 Charlotte Street

Store and gaming lounge with daily events. Call 506-214-5755.

Java Moose Coffee Roasters | 84 Prince William Street

Small roasting insanely good coffee for over 25 years. Also located in the food court at McAllister Place. Call 506-633-0033. 

Picaroons Brewing Company | 32 Canterbury Street

Experience the Picaroon’s General Store in Uptown Saint John. Call 506-648-9834.

The Feel Good Store | 89 Canterbury Street

A neighbourhood wellness store featuring reusable doodads, natural whatchamacallits, and peaceful thingamajigs. Call 506-657-6249.

Third Space Gallery | 87 Canterbury Street

An itinerant artist-run centre for contemporary art. Call 506-566-7434.

Wild Flours Sweets & Treats | 91 Prince William Street

Instore cupcakes, macarons, cheesecakes and other various treats. Specializing in weddings, birthdays and events, with cakes, cupcakes, macarons and cookies to match any theme or colour scheme. Call 506-696-7622.