6th Annual Valentine’s Day Draw: We Love Local Businesses

Valentine’s Day is often about big gestures, but at its core, it’s about appreciation. For us at Smith Proulx, that includes the neighbourhoods and local businesses that make West Toronto feel like home—from High Park and Bloor West Village to Roncesvalles, The Junction, Baby Point, The Kingsway, Long Branch, and beyond.

These are the places people rely on day to day, whether it’s picking up dinner, finding a gift, or supporting shops they’ve known for years. This Valentine’s Day draw is our way of giving back some local love.

This year marks our 6th Annual Valentine’s Day Draw, and once again, it’s centred on supporting the small businesses many of us rely on every day.

Instead of focusing on couples or dining plans, this giveaway celebrates community. It’s a simple way to share local love, say thank you to neighbourhood businesses, and give a few people the chance to enjoy something close to home.

Why We’re Celebrating Local This Valentine’s Day

West Toronto works because of its local businesses. Florists, cafés, specialty shops, and independent services shape the rhythm of daily life here. They’re the places you stop into on a walk, rely on for last-minute gifts, or return to year after year.

“We Love Local Businesses” has become a recurring Valentine’s tradition for us because it reflects how we work as a real estate team. Smith Proulx is rooted in West Toronto, and supporting the people who operate here matters. This giveaway is about keeping attention on the businesses that give neighbourhoods their character.

What the Valentine’s Day Giveaway Includes

This year’s draw features gift cards from a range of neighbourhood businesses, many of them long-standing favourites in their neighbourhoods. The prizes are offered as gift cards from the following West Toronto businesses:

Thorn Floral ($100 Gift Card)

Known for thoughtful floral design and seasonal arrangements, Thorn Floral is a go-to for everyday moments and special occasions alike.

The Alpine ($100 Gift Card)

The Alpine is a modern mountain lodge serving craft beer, cocktails, wine, and European tavern-inspired dishes in the heart of Toronto’s Junction.

The Shoppe ($100 Gift Card)

A women’s boutique focused on curated fashion pieces, The Shoppe is well known for personal service and carefully selected collections.

Capucci Salon ($100 Gift Card)

Capucci Salon has served West Toronto clients for years, offering hair services in a relaxed, professional setting.

Queen’s Pasta Café ($100 Gift Card)

A familiar name for fresh pasta and casual Italian dining, Queen’s Pasta Café is a neighbourhood favourite for both dine-in meals and take-home options.

Cheese Boutique ($100 Gift Card)

An iconic West Toronto destination, Cheese Boutique is known for specialty cheeses, prepared foods, and gourmet grocery finds.

Cookery ($50 Gift Card)

Cookery focuses on quality cookware and kitchen tools, making it a popular stop for home cooks and gift-givers.

Snappers Fish Market ($50 Gift Card)

A trusted fish market offering fresh seafood and prepared items, Snappers is part of many locals’ weekly food routine.

Norm & Lenore Chocolate ($50 Gift Card)

Specializing in handcrafted chocolates, Norm & Lenore is often associated with gifting, celebrations, and small indulgences.

HER’s Fine Lingerie ($50 Gift Card)

A long-standing boutique offering lingerie and sleepwear, known for fit guidance and personalized service.

Cool Hand of a Girl ($50 Gift Card)

Lunch and Brunch restaurant, serving wholesome, fresh and local fare. They are offering their nutritious Menu to Go, including Fish Tacos, Breakfast Burrito, Breakfast Sandwich, Vegan Soups, Coleslaw, Avocado Parmesan Sandwich, Tarragon Chicken Sandwich, Braised Tofu Sandwich.

Lemon & Lavender ($50 Gift Card)

Lemon & Lavender is a boutique located in Toronto’s Bloor West Village, specializing in curated gifts, home decor, and accessories. Situated at 2314 Bloor Street West, this shop offers a unique, cozy, and personal shopping experience in the local community.

Gift card values include both $100 and $50 amounts. Winners will receive gift cards to these businesses, offering plenty of choice across food, retail, and personal services.

How to Enter

Entry is designed to stay simple and accessible. Participants can enter via:

• Submitting your full name, address, email and phone number by emailing info@smithproulx.ca
• Calling or texting 416-826-4787
• Entering online via the following QR code:

The entry deadline is Monday, February 9, at 8:00 PM, with the draw taking place on Tuesday, February 10.

Winners will be selected through a random draw, and updates will be shared on Smith Proulx’s Instagram.

A Small Way to Show Some Local Love

Supporting local doesn’t always require a big commitment. Sometimes it starts with paying attention to the businesses already part of your routine. Valentine’s Day offers a good reminder to do just that.

This draw is a small gesture, but it’s rooted in something larger: appreciation for the neighbourhoods where we live and work. Whether you enter or simply stop by one of these businesses, every bit of local support helps keep West Toronto thriving.

Stay Connected for Valentine’s Day Updates

If you’d like to take part, make sure to enter before the deadline and follow Smith Proulx on Instagram for winner announcements and updates. We’re looking forward to celebrating another Valentine’s Day by sharing some local love across West Toronto.