It’s a jungle out there: How one Vancouver print shop is keeping up with its competitors

30 March 2023

With all the recent economic challenges, and brands increasingly employing online marketing strategies, how can a traditional print shop manage to stay both relevant and profitable?

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Wraptors eager to shift expansion into high gear

30 March 2023

It all began with a single vehicle wrap shop in Mississauga, Ont. Established in 2016, under the name “Toronto Wraptors,” the goal of the new business was to create a future for founder Stas Kravchuk’s growing family.

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Paying tribute to an industry icon

1 December 2022

Over his 50-plus-year career, Keith Edwards has been called a mentor, a father figure, a partner, a leader, and a legend.

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Earning their stripes in vehicle wrap design

31 August 2022

Stripe Art in Simcoe, Ont., is taking advantage of the burgeoning vehicle wrap market. Owner Dave Churchill and his team shared how they are leveraging this growing trend in their local community and positioning their business for future success.

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O’Hare Signs: A business built on customer service

30 August 2022

Sign Media Canada spoke with new owner Amanda Juneau about the company, its recent projects, and what is on the horizon for O’Hare Signs.

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Stàlaich takes a white glove approach to sign installation

21 July 2022

Robert Blyth, owner of Stàlaich Installs Inc., says he always wanted to step out on his own. It was the COVID-19 pandemic that cemented his decision.

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Signex Manufacturing celebrates 40 years of quality and service

10 June 2022

As Signex Manufacturing celebrates its 40^th anniversary, Sign Media Canada spoke with Ken Pankratz about recent projects, their secret to longevity, and what’s next for the company.

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Futech: Providing cost-effective solutions for clients

3 May 2022

Sign Media Canada spoke with Futech’s owner Jack Lo about the company, recent projects, and the shop’s future.

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Blain Buchanan Signs: An island to himself

24 March 2022

By Courtney Bachar Blain Buchanan began his career in signmaking 19 years ago by hand painting signs and murals for fishing boats, as well as chainsaw carving. Located in the Town of O’Leary, PEI, Buchanan’s shop started in his basement. He said the name of his shop, Blain Buchanan Signs, was a no-brainer since everyone…

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As unique as they come

23 March 2022

Sign Media Canada spoke with Unique Media Solutions’ owner Dean Smalley to learn more about the shop’s signmaking process, recent projects, and plans for the business.

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