Did you happen to see Round 1 and Round 2 of Vancity's Good Money Mob go down at our friendly competitor's sites, Miss 604 and Vancity Buzz? If you did then you saw those sites choose 3 of their favourite local businesses and then encourage you to vote for your favourite of those to be mobbed, Vancity style; kind of like a flash mob but instead of choreographed dance moves, this mob will be doing some good for these local business. Here, watch this video, it explains things...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cgYPMlTdNqQ&hd=1
So it's V.I.A.'s turn to bring you three local businesses we love and encourage you to vote for them! Below are brief descriptions, we'll be bringing you into each of these places and showing you around in the coming days so stay tuned.
The Soap Dispensary was created as a way to reduce plastic waste. Customers can refill containers with premium soaps and cleaners that are biodegradable, animal cruelty-free, and made in Canada.
Salmon n Bannock Bistro
Inspired by a variety of First Nations traditions, Salmon n' Bannock bistro on West Broadway serves up wild local fish, organic meats, delicious bannock and more.
Dandelion KIDS
They’re much more than a baby or toy store. With a focus on fair trade, organic and sustainable products, dandelion KIDS on Commercial Drive offers a range of kids’ essentials that are not only practical, but trendy too.
Voting is NOW OPEN on Vancity’s Facebook page. Click "Like" on the badge representing the company you would like to support and that will ultimately get mobbed — in the best way possible. Voting runs until October 24th, 2012.
