About Us

 

Our Story:

Clever Girl Trinkets was founded in small town in rural Manitoba as a way to have a one stop shop for mamas and their sweet babes. Sourcing locally owned Canadian products you’ll be sure to find something you love!

 

Our Mission:

Clever Girl Trinkets is a woman owned business that supports other small businesses and makers across Canada.

Along with many others, I’ve struggled with holding a full time job to provide for my family and caring for my children. With 3 kids in daycare and tight COVID policies it has been tough to make things work.

I know we’re not alone with these struggles and finding other avenues to support our families. This is why CGT was born. We strive to help other families in similar situations; mothers, fathers, grandparents, and everyone in between. Those creating their own brands and products, exploring their creative side for the betterment of their families, we see you and we’re here for you.

 

About the founder:

My name is Jess and I moved to Niverville, a small town in southern Manitoba in 2021. I have 3 wonderful kids; Maeve (5), Kincaid (3) and Cashel (1) and dogs; Murphy & Nola. Growing up rurally this was an easy move for our family. Niverville is a bustling little town that has welcomed us with open arms.

I worked in the financial industry for 10+ years working for a large insurance company and small advisor firms focusing on wealth management. Once we started to grow our family it made the reality of a full time job harder and harder to see. The unforeseen changes COVID brought was difficult having kids sent home from daycare constantly due to sickness. A homebased business is what works for our very busy chaotic family.

If you haven’t already guessed it, I’m a huge dinosaur lover. This should explain the logo and part of the business name, if you are also a Jurassic Park fan you’ll understand. I’m a true crime junkie, mostly listening to podcasts (when my kids aren’t around). This will explain the “Trinkets” part of the business name. I won’t explain this one but true crime fans will know.

I love to read and dive into adventure after adventure but with 3 little kids I don’t have as much time as I’d like to settle in with a good read. While not an avid reader, I do cram through 1 book each month for my book club. I also love being outside and exploring Niverville with our kids but man, do I HATE bugs, especially the flying ones!