the very beginning. Oneka has been promoting bulk refills as a way to reduce unnecessary use of plastic since 2008 when the concept was very unfamiliar to most people. The importance and relevancy of local refilleries at this time of single use plastic being a global problem is paramount. Jacquie’s ability to market and promote her business is both inspiring and very efficient. We have rarely seen a new refillery business get up and running so fast and steady. As such, we will without a doubt support Jacquie in her process to open more local refilleries."

I met Jacquie when I was launching a retail business and wasn’t even aware of the negative effects our choices could have on the planet. I thought that buying and selling natural ingredient products meant I was doing good for the planet - WRONG! Jacquie taught me that the majority of containers go into landfills regardless of the quality of ingredients inside the bottles. Now that I know I can’t unknow! Our household has made the switch to plastic free living and it couldn’t be easier. It’s a practice that needs to be put into place in each town so that households can have the option to choose wisely and protect the planet! Jacquie is the best driving force behind this revolutionary need in society, otherwise our planet, children, communities will suffer as our Mother Earth continues to degrade."

but The Creemore Refillery I believe, is here to stay. Many of the people agree that it has now become as essential as the hardware store or post office. I am ecstatic that I can influence my children to make the right choices when it comes to the amount of disposable plastics that are used everyday. The Creemore Refillery gives us options and provides top quality products that have been thoroughly investigated for their environmental waste accountability. What a great feeling knowing someone has done all the hard work for me. I strongly believe every town in Canada should be privileged enough to have a Refillery and let Canadians make their own choices about the amount of plastics coming into their homes."

 I explained that I had used Tide for over 50 years and could not believe anything could replace it. After a gentle and informative chat, she sent me off with a sample. I returned in a few weeks time and thus started my education under Jacquie’s tutelage. After a year and a half, I have replaced all my cleaning, laundry and personal hygiene needs and have learned to weigh and fill my collection of bottles and jars under her gentle guidance. It is always a welcoming and informative visit even with our masks and COVID-19 restrictions. I could not recommend more the idea and philosophy behind this venture and wish her success as she strives to pass on this necessary endeavour. My age 76 and I am still learning."

place to shop for all of our household needs! We'd been waiting for a place like yours to open for a long time. To us it made no sense that we had to buy our essential household items at grocery and drug stores that only sold products from purveyors of single use plastic packaging. We've reduced the amount of single use waste we produce as a household by over 75% just from your small shop. I'd love to see you expand to every town in Canada - imagine the waste footprint reduction! By just being open, you're helping show us there is a better way, and thanks for that!"