A group of creative women collaborating and sharing ideas, fostering community and inspiration in a supportive environment.

Are you looking to connect with fellow makers and grow your craft?

You’re in the right place! The Makers North Collective community is all about collaboration, creativity, and support—designed to help you thrive as a maker in Northern Ontario.

We at Makers North Collective believe that we’re stronger together which is why we do our best to build an inclusive community for all makers.

Take a look below at how to join the fun, we’re right here waiting to cheer you on!


Connect · Create · Thrive

At Makers North Collective, we believe growth, support, and community should be accessible to all makers.

From the start, we wanted to offer both free and paid options to meet the needs of every creator. Our free resources help makers connect and grow, while our paid membership, The Collective, provides exclusive access to advanced tools, workshops, and events. This balance allows us to support both emerging and established makers, fostering creativity and collaboration across the region.

Take a look below to see what sparks your creativity and find the perfect fit for your journey!

  • Logo with text "The Collective" featuring two raised hands in the center, surrounded by the words "Community," "Connection," and "Creativity." Background shows blurred people.

    JOIN The Collective

    The Collective is our PAID monthly membership designed to lift up, teach, and connect handmade artisans across the North!

    With exclusive perks, fun events & workshops, and a supportive crew, we’re here to help you grow and thrive in your handmade business.

  • Graphic promoting Makers North Collective Facebook group with text inviting users to "JOIN THE CONVO!" Features a search bar with the URL www.facebook.com/makersnorth and highlights the group's focus on handmade crafts, with over 1,000 members. Background shows a group of people posed together. Located in Sudbury, Ontario.

    MNC: Private Facebook Group

    The Makers North Makers Facebook group is a FREE private space where makers of all levels come together to connect, share, and support one another.

    Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, it's all about uplifting each other, exchanging ideas, and building a positive, collaborative community!

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    THE MAKERS MEMO

    Our monthly ‘makers memo’ is delivered straight to your inbox, packed with handmade biz inspiration, insider market tips, and fun things to make running your business a little more fun (because it should be!). Whether you’re looking for fresh ideas or practical resources, we’ve got you covered!

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    MAKERLAND

    Makerland by Makers North Collective is where we dive into the ins and outs of running a handmade business, spotlight talented makers from Northern Ontario, and celebrate the vibrant life and creativity of the North.

OUR CORE VALUES

COMMUNITY

CONNECTION

CREATIVITY

COMMUNITY • CONNECTION • CREATIVITY •

FAQs

  • Our private Facebook group is FREE to makers of any level:

    • Search ‘Makers North Makers’ on Facebook

    • Request to Join

    • Answer the membership questions

    • We check for applications regularly so be patient, your access will kick in shortly!

  • Of course! We want all Northern Ontario makers to grow and succeed together, so we plan to open up select workshops to the public for a fee.

  • Absolutely! We have a ton of fantastic plans and tools in store for makers both in and out of The Collective. Make sure to sign up for the Makers Memo to be the first to hear!

  • We host two fabulous handmade only markets each year in Sudbury Ontario. Applications open up a couple months before each event, so be sure to sign up for the Makers Memo to be the first to hear when applications open.

  • If you have any issues simply reach out for support at hello@makersnorthcollective.com

Krista Kuzyk, Fourth Avenue Designs

“My first Makers North market I felt like such a mess, I had no idea what to expect or how to prepare. Tracy, Julieanne and all the incredible makers were so kind and informative, answering any questions I had to help me execute a successful show.

Through out these events I have fostered lasting friendships and business partnerships with makers I may have never met outside of this community. I am truly honoured to be a part of the Makers North Community.”

Logo for Fourth Avenue Designs with stylized lettering inside a circle.

Makers North respectfully acknowledges that we are located in Robinson-Huron Treaty Territory and the land on which we gather is the traditional territory of the Atikameksheng Anishnaabeg. We are truly grateful that ourselves and our makers are able to create and share our work on this beautiful land. We are proud to provide space for Indigenous makers to represent their work and culture at all of our events. Miigwech.