About

I acknowledge that I live and create on the unceded, traditional territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation. 🇨🇦

I'm Brigitte Boulay, a Pescatarian visual artist and the creator behind Canvas & Calm Apothecary. I handcraft small-batch candles, bath and body products, and stationery with care and intention. On occasion, I also enjoy showcasing the work of my family and friends, including my son's King's Own Reserve grooming line which is a permanent part of my collection.

Ingredients matter to me. I create my products with pure, simple ingredients with a focus on bringing high quality natural products that work, without the fluff and high price tag. By pure & simple, I also mean the packaging. Most packaging was selected to be reused for other purposes when you've finished the product, they're recyclable and there's no fancy labels to keep costs down. Zero to little waste. 🌎

Giving back has always been at the heart of everything I do. In recognition of my work supporting Ottawa's homeless community through "We Live in the Shadows", I was honoured to receive an Eagle Feather—a deeply meaningful gift that I carry with great respect. My poem, We Live in the Shadows, was later adapted into a song by Ottawa musicians.

Each month, I donate handmade soap sets to women's shelters. I also donate the lip and cuticle balms that are gifted to every guest at Kings Own Barbershop's free haircuts-for-the-homeless events, offering a small gesture of care and dignity.

Canvas & Calm Apothecary is built on kindness, creativity, and community. Every item I create is handcrafted with love and intention, with the hope of bringing a little comfort to someone's day.

If you'd like to collaborate, carry my products, or simply be a part of this journey, I'd love to hear from you.

Brigitte