ShopItLocal is an upcoming online marketplace for independent shops, makers and small businesses in the Cariboo, British Columbia.
We’re gathering interest in Quesnel, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, Wells and surrounding communities. The plan is to help you discover local products, buy online and choose store pickup or delivery where available.
Our initial project planning began in Quesnel. We’re asking residents which independent stores they would like to shop from online, and inviting local businesses to tell us what they need to get started.
We also welcome interest from Red Bluff, Bouchie Lake, Barlow Creek, West Fraser and Nazko.
We want to hear from Williams Lake shoppers and business owners as we plan regional expansion. Suggest a favourite store or maker, and tell us where that business is located.
Nearby communities include 150 Mile House, McLeese Lake, Wildwood, Horsefly, Likely and Dog Creek.
For shoppers in 100 Mile House and the surrounding area, the goal is a convenient way to discover local products before making a trip, then order online when participating stores become available.
We welcome suggestions from 108 Mile Ranch, Lac La Hache, Forest Grove, Canim Lake, Lone Butte and the Interlakes area.
Small communities are part of the conversation too. We’re inviting independent businesses and makers in Wells and the Barkerville and Bowron Lake areas to share their interest in a local online storefront.
Business participation and practical collection or delivery options will guide future availability.
You’ll be able to browse participating stores and their products in one place, see photos and prices, and order through ShopItLocal. Planned categories include home and gifts, clothing and accessories, pantry items, everyday essentials and handmade goods.
Store pickup will let you collect from a participating business. Local delivery is also planned, with availability shown before you order. We are not promising delivery between every Cariboo community.
ShopItLocal is intended to help independent businesses become easier to find online. The proposed offering includes a store profile, product catalogue, online ordering and payments, and a portal for managing products and orders. Businesses would maintain their own prices and inventory.
We’re researching setup help, ongoing fees and practical fulfilment needs with business owners before finalising the service.
Share your business needs ↗Tell us which store you would like to shop from online. Include the town or community with the store name so we can identify the right business. You can suggest more than one.
Suggest your favourite stores ↗