Advocating Just Got Sweeter
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The 3 cupcakes
& 21 polka dots on the apron,
represents Trisomy 21 (Down syndrome)
3 copies of the 21st chromosome.
🧁 Welcome to Our Sweet Haven: Where Every Cupcake Tells a Story! 🧁
Cristina's Tortina Shop journey began with a promise – a promise made by a dedicated and passionate mom, to change the narrative and stigma surrounding Down syndrome. In 2003, with her 3 month old daughter Cristina as her inspiration, Mary took a leap of faith and never looked back. What emerged was not just a cupcake shop, but a haven of celebration, advocacy, and equal opportunities.
🌈 Celebrating Change, Creating Connections
Cristina's isn't just a place to indulge your sweet tooth; it's a community hub where the spirit of inclusion and celebration thrives. We are more than a cupcakery; we are a symbol of breaking down barriers and fostering connections within the community.
🍰 Every Treat Tells a Tale
With every cupcake, cake, or cookie sold, we open up conversations about Down syndrome. Our mission is to "Showcase Capabilities," and every delicious creation is an opportunity to talk, teach, and learn. Each treat is a catalyst for awareness, breaking down stereotypes and fostering understanding.
👩🍳 Empowering Through Employment
Cristina's is not just a business; it's a platform for empowerment. Our team, led by individuals with Down syndrome, embodies a sense of accomplishment and confidence in their abilities. Through their roles in the cupcake team, they develop leadership skills and camaraderie, contributing not only to the success of the shop but to society as a whole.
🍬 The Sweetest Place on Earth!
Our customers would unanimously agree that Cristina's is indeed the sweetest place on earth! Beyond the delectable treats, our shop is a testament to the power of community, advocacy, and a promise fulfilled. Come join us in celebrating diversity, fostering connections, and indulging in the most scrumptious cupcakes that tell a story of triumph and empowerment.
Cristina's Tortina Shop Inc. is not just about cupcakes; it's about creating a world where everyone's abilities are celebrated, and every sweet moment is a step toward positive change.
Indulge. Celebrate. Advocate. 🌟
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The Inside Story: The Brampton bakery that's shattering stigmas
By News Staff
February 18 2014
Cristina’s Tortina changes the world, one cupcake at a time
By Radhika Panjwani
March 12, 2014
Sweet education on Down syndrome is the icing on the cupcake
By Leslie Ferenc
January 6, 2015
Brampton cupcake shop bakes to advocate for people with Down syndrome
By Susan Hay
January 13, 2020
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- City News Toronto
- Breakfast Television Toronto
- Jam Gamble
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