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∞ Name of business – Chinneck Law Professional Corporation
∞ Owner/manager’s name – Jed M. Chinneck (owner/solicitor)
∞ How many staff/employees – 21
∞ What are you main business activities – Our main business activity is providing legal services to clients in the practice areas of Real Estate, Corporate/Commercial, Wills & Estates, Succession Planning, Natural Resources Law, Family Law, and Litigation. We strive to provide our clients with an experience custom tailored to their specific needs in a timely and professional manner.
∞ Address – 37 Ridout Street South, London ON N6C 3W7
∞ How long have you been located in Old South – I’ve had an office in Old South since 2002, and moved to our current office location in 2006.
∞ Why did you locate in Old South – It’s the best Village within a City!
∞ How else are you involved in the community (sponsorships, charities, etc.) – I frequent many other local businesses.
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Lifemark (although many of you will remember us as Range of Motion Physiotherapy before we changed our name in 2010)
• Owner/manager’s name
o Laura Ritchie, Clinic Director and Physiotherapist
• How many staff/employees
o 12
• What are you main business activities
o Physiotherapy (including specialty programs Cancer Rehab, Pelvic Health, Concussion Care, Dizziness & Balance (Vestibular Rehab) and Running Gait Assessments )
o Massage Therapy including Manual Lymphatic Drainage
o Occupational Therapy
• Address
o 190 Wortley Road, Suite 207 (right above the Wortley Roadhouse)
• How long have you been located in Old South
o Over 15 years
• Why did you locate in Old South
o We’re here to help and the best way for us to help our patients is to be where they are so a convenient location within a close-knit community is a must. And if it just so happens that the location is also the Greatest Neighbourhood in Canada, all the better for us!
• How else are you involved in the community (sponsorships, charities, etc.)
o We have sponsored events such as Gathering on the Green and the Jazz and Blues Fest in the Village for many years. We are currently the main sponsor for London’s Marconi Crush soccer team and we also support our local Wellspring facility, particularly in their annual Light Up Wellspring campaign. We regularly donate prizes such as massage gift certificates to local organizations to help with their fundraising efforts.
• What is the best thing about doing business in Old South
o Wortley Village truly feels like a village. There is a real sense of community here plus it has a huge walkability factor (which is why we love running our Urban Poling class in the area around our clinic!). It’s also an excellent place for walking (and watching) dogs – we see so many dogs being walked from the windows of our clinic as well as runners, cyclists and walkers. As health care professionals, it’s so encouraging to be part of such an active community, especially when we can help people feel their best so they can keep doing what they love doing!
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- NAME OF BUSINESS
Old South Optometry
- OWNER / MANAGER’S NAME
Co-owners are Dr. Marcella Bauman and Dr. Christina Schropp
- HOW MANY STAFF / EMPLOYEES?
The Old South Optometry team includes one Associate Optometrist, Dr. Eric Chevelier and seven staff members.
- WHAT ARE YOUR MAIN BUSINESS ACTIVITIES?
Old South Optometry provides comprehensive eye examinations to people of all ages. Our office provides advanced technology for checking your eye health including a visual field analyzer, optical coherence tomography and ultra-wide field retinal imaging. We offer a wide range of eyewear products including glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses and provide on-site edging of eyeglasses in order to provide efficient, high quality products.
ADDRESS
Old South Optometry is located at 393 Wharncliffe Road South at the corner of Emery Street and Wharncliffe in South London.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN LOCATED IN OLD SOUTH?
Old South Optometry has been proudly serving the Old South community for over 20 years!
WHY DID YOU LOCATE IN OLD SOUTH?
The founder of Old South Optometry, Dr. Bauman, has been a resident of Old South for more than 25 years and when she decided to start an independent optometry practice she chose to practice in the part of London she knew the best! As the practice grew and Dr. Schropp joined as a partner they chose to stay in Old South because of the wonderful environment for the practice!
HOW ELSE ARE YOU INVOLVED IN THE COMMUNITY (SPONSORSHIPS, CHARITIES, ETC)?
Old South Optometry is committed to the Old South community and is involved in many ways. Old South Optometry has been a member of the Old South Wortley Village Business Association for many years. We have been proud to have been a participant in the annual “Gathering on the Green” every year since its inception! We support London South Collegiate Institute events such as sponsoring Homecoming and the Barefoot Walk. Old South Optometry regularly sponsors local sports teams and we proudly display their team photos in our reception area! Old South Optometry gives back to the community through volunteering at Ronald Macdonald House. For example, the Old South Optometry team annually donates food and staff time to attend prepare dinners for the over 60 residents of Ronald Macdonald House! We support local efforts to raise funds for eye research through participation in events like Comic Vision and the Run for Retina events.
WHAT IS THE BEST THING ABOUT DOING BUSINESS IN OLD SOUTH?
The best part about serving the Old South community are the relationships we’ve built up with our patients and their families over the years. We’ve seen children grow up from infants to teenagers to young adults and have served generations of families! Old South is a small town within a bigger city and we value being part of this special and tight knit community.
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Name of business
MatiDesign
Owner/manager’s name
Mati Edwards
How many staff/employees
N/A
What are you main business activities?
Interior Decorating,
Home Staging
Address
N/A
How long have you been located in Old South?
All my life
Why did you locate in Old South?
Born and raised in this wonderful community.
What is the best thing about doing business in Old South?
I try to stay connected with the shop owners and the people in the village. Spending my money local and adding towards keeping the Village thriving!
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Don’t wait until it is time to put your house on the market to make it look beautiful, cozy and comfy. Every home I stage the clients say “I wish I had done this sooner so I could have enjoyed it and loved it like I do now” Take advantage of my half price in home Decorating consultation offered until March 31st…book now and lets bring out the natural and unique beauty of your home so You can enjoy it NOW!
Contact Mati today!
Interior Decorator & Accredited Home Stager
www.matidesign.com
- Name of business
Ewog Renovations Inc
- Owner/manager’s name
Paul Bremner, President and Louise Daw, Business Manager
- How many staff/employees
2 plus our team of subtrades
- What are you main business activities
General Contracting, renovations
- Address
Old south
- How long have you been located in Old South
Over 25 years
- Why did you locate in Old South
We love the area and the different styles of homes and uniqueness of the area. Walkable to so many things, like shopping, coffee shops and trails for running
- How else are you involved in the community (sponsorships, charities, etc.)
Louise is a member of the Executive of the Old South Business Association
- What is the best thing about doing business in Old South
Our goal is to keep Old South beautiful by renovating and updating old homes in the neighbourhood!
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- Name of business
London Living Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage
- Owner/manager’s name
Diane Gordon
- How many staff/employees
1 staff and 7 Sales Representatives and 1 Broker of Record
- What are you main business activities
Real Estate
- Address
127 Wortley Road, London, Ontario, N6C 3P3
- How long have you been located in Old South
Approximately 30+ years
- Why did you locate in Old South
Diane and Ainsley have both been residents of Old South since childhood. Ainsley attended Wortley Road school and Diane attended Tecumseh school. They both attended South Secondary. Further Ainsley and Diane have enjoyed the recreational facilities of Old South like Farquharson Arena, Thames Park and ice cream and treats in the village. Ainsley and Diane have resided in Old South for over 45 years and both their sons have attended Wortley Shool and South Secondary. They see the value and tradition, the stability and sense of community that only Old South offers and has been their choice to build their business and raise their families with those values
- How else are you involved in the community (sponsorships, charities, etc.)
Diane was involved in fundraising when her sons where in school and several parent/student committees. Ainsley through his vision and passion has renovated several homes and apartments in the community.
- What is the best thing about doing business in Old South
The sense of loyalty, community, trust and tradition (the people)
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Heaven Scent & The Canadian Institute of Alternative Medicine
“London’s Holistic Health Experts”
Given the Title of “ The Clinic of Excellence”
Welcome to Heaven Scent and the Canadian Institute of Alternative Medicine. Our mission is to help you achieve your maximum health through natural and integrated means.
Our holistic health center is located in the heart of picturesque old south London. Wortley Village has a unique feel of a little heritage village inside the city. Enjoy quality professional holistic health services in our charming relaxed atmosphere in a century old heritage home.
Retail Store – With over two decades of retail store experience, our retail store carries a variety of gifts and products to enhance your life. Our store also offers customers a venue to ask questions about services and courses that we offer. Knowledgeable staff are here to serve you. We feature a professional supplement dispensary since 1996. http://www.heavenscent.ca/heavenscent.htm
Aromatherapy – Professional and highly certified Aromatherapists are on staff to offer workshops and certification courses. Over 130 pure essential oils available. Custom Blending done for clients on site. Pre-blended synergies available for purchase. We carry a very large selection of bottles, pipettes, sprayers, pumps, roller bottles, deordorants, creams, butters, floral waters, bases, oils, atomizers, specialty items and ancillary products for beginners to expert levels.
Weight Loss Clinic – Authorized clinic for two weight loss programs including Ideal Protein and Pro Energy. We also offer 4 other weight loss methods because we realize that no one diet will work for everyone. Certified nutritional coaches will help and guide you to your goals. Direct billing available for insurance. http://www.heavenscent.ca/weightloss.htm
School – Our federally certified school offers workshops, classes and certification courses for a plethora of topics from aromatherapy to reflexology. We teach in our gardens during the warm weather and also go off site to teach lunch and learns or workshops. http://www.heavenscent.ca/CIAM.htm
Integrated Medicine Clinic – Our alternative clinic offers a variety of healing services that considers the whole person – body , mind, spirit and emotions – in a quest for optimal health and wellness. According the holistic medicine philosophy, one can achieve optimal health – the primary goal of holistic medicine practice – by gaining proper balance in life. http://www.heavenscent.ca/clinic.htm Our team ensures that you have a the finest service by offering a unique multi-disciplinary approach, combining a variety of natural healing methods to successfully treat today’s health concerns. Rest assured that you will be in a safe, comfortable atmosphere; that all treatments are confidential and our primary focus is your well being.
Allergy Testing – One of our most popular assessments available for people of all ages. http://www.heavenscent.ca/allergytesting.htm Desensitization and other treatments available.
Detoxing Programs – http://www.heavenscent.ca/detoxprograms.htm
Most of our services are covered by Extended Health Care Insurance and we do offer direct billing. To book an appointment, please contact us at 519-433-3434 or http://www.heavenscent.ca/Forms/!book_treatment.htm
More Services offered can be found at http://www.heavenscent.ca/clinic.htm
Homeopathy – German trained, biological practitioner on staff to assist with homeopathy from Belgium and Germany. Lines like Unda, Pascoe, Heel and Sanum are available in the store. Consults available as well for people and animals. Practitioner qualified in German Bio Puncture available for treatments.
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine – Licensed practitioner available. Direct billing available for most Insurance companies. Fertility and NeuroFunctional Acupuncture specialities. http://www.heavenscent.ca/acupuncture2.htm
New Age and Crystals – Large and current selection of singing bowls, crystal bowls, tingsha bells, meditation, mala beads, angels and fairies. Kama Sutra and Shunga. We offer many unusual, hard to find, crystals and jewellery. rough cuts, tumbled stones, pendulums, wands, witches balls, lanterns, statues, goddess, buddhas, geods, crystal balls and scrying supplies. Tarot, Grace cards and angel cards. Tuning forks, dowsing rods and supplies. Dream Salt Lamps in all sorts of shapes and sizes. USB salt lamps and SAD lamps available. Good Works and Jacqueline Kent jewellery and accessories available. Books, DVD’s, CD’s, music and charts available. Garden Decor, concrete statues, wall hangings. Herbal workshops are held in our gardens during the summer months.
Pet Care – Our trained therapist offers acupuncture, homeopathy and German medicine for animals of all sizes, Biofeedback testing on site. Allergy testing. Bach and Bailey Flower Essences plus Orchid Essences for emotional issues. Essential oil blending and consults available. Omega Alpha (professional Vet line) of all natural remedies and supplements available in store or all animals. Workshops and Pet Days happen throughout the year.
Esthetics and Spa -Full esthetic services for men and women of all ages. Now featuring unique treatments like the Hydra Facial for resurfacing the facial skin without any down time. Non-surgical Face lifts using acupuncture. Foot care, advanced foot care, hand care, facials, waxing, cosmetic acupuncture, body massages, wraps, scrubs and more. http://www.heavenscent.ca/spa.htm Our preferred skin care line, Dermalogica, is available for treatments and also available for retail in our store. We also offer pure natural care skin solutions and make up customized skin care and treatments for services. If customers want custom blending or all natural products for their treatments, we can make everything here for them. To book an appointment, please contact us at 519-433-3434 or http://www.heavenscent.ca/Forms/book_treatment.htm
Special Events – Throughout the year ,we offer specials events and “pop-ups” in our store and gardens. Join our email list or “like us” on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HeavenScentca/ Our calendar of workshops, certification courses is available on line. Most of our special events throughout the summer are sent out through social media and newsletters. If interested please sign up or call us. http://www.heavenscent.ca/Forms/newsletter.htm
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