birdhouses from three different artisans in London, and indoor and outdoor fountains. The store also carries a variety of plant pots and the best selection of McIntosh Mugs, which make perfect gifts. This month, Gillian plans to add quality artificial plants and trees to beautify any space to her inventory. Gillian hopes that, in the last year and a half, she has helped many customers
Enjoy Life! Feed The Birds! “Enjoy Life! Feed The Birds!” is the motto of Birders Bird Supply and Gift Store, a small business Gillian Gibson started in December 2022. She had been a small business owner for over 40 years, owning a retail store and a yoga and fitness studio in the past. Operating a small business is important to Gillian. She believes small businesses are the lifeblood of the economy and one’s community.
Gillian opened her new store in West 5 because it was an up- and-coming area that supported sustainability by using solar power in their homes and businesses. “Sifton was on the cutting edge of what I feel is important to climate change,” explains Gillian. “That’s also why I chose a bird supply and garden store. It complements how we should be helping the wildlife, nature, and our own well-being.” What Gillian likes and values most is helping people see how important feeding the birds is, and how it can contribute to relieving stress and reducing mental fatigue. According to Gillian, birdwatching is known to reduce blood pressure and levels of stress-reducing hormones. Plus, watching birds can lure people outside, which also improves our mood. Birders Bird Supply opened as a bird supply store, carrying everything for the bird lover. They have now expanded their inventory to include other garden items such as handmade Byron-Springbank Veteran Monument, Remember, Reflect, Preserve With each passing year, the memory of the many contributions of Canadian soldiers, airmen and sailors during times of conflict fades a little more from our collective memory. This is why a group of veterans, partners, businesses, and committed citizens has joined together to envision a new monument to commemorate and honour those who contributed to and shaped Canada through their participation in our nation’s military history. Your support is needed to make this important project a reality which is why the Byron - Springbank Veterans Monument project have partnered with the London Community Foundation to raise the necessary funds. During November, there will be an announcement and details for the fundraising program that is now being launched, providing the opportunity for the community to donate funds in support of this important project being placed at the west end of Springbank Park for the Byron Legion. Stay tuned to the Byron Villager for more details as they become available.
find enjoyment from bird feeding and watching. “We have many repeat customers who have become friends,” she adds. “I love to discuss bird stories with them.” As a company, Birder Bird Supply and Gifts has recently supported the Thames Talbot Land Trust which protects and restores nature within London and surrounding areas. “As we grow our business, I’m hopeful we can contribute to other worthwhile causes.” When not swapping bird stories, Gillian loves spending time with her family. She has a son, a daughter, and four grandchildren who are the light of her life. She also loves to walk, read and stay involved with the social committee where she lives. Gillian strives to live by her store’s motto: “Enjoy Life! Feed The Birds!”
Why feed SUET? Suet is higher in easily FEED BIRDS THE digestible fat and calories, which provides quick energy to hungry birds. This makes suet ideal for fall and winter feeding, when birds need more calories to maintain body heat.
1325 Riverbend Rd Unit 155 519-473-2820 www.birdersbirdsupply.com
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Tel: (519) 667-3322, Fax: (519) 645-2474 368 Oxford Street East, London, Ontario, N6A 1V7
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