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Times Infinity
BY ELISE SACHT
It’s recycling day and my neighbours are always one step ahead: their recycling bins are already on the curb. I lug my two extra-large bags to the side of the road, containers and boxes spilling out. “How does this keep happening?” I wonder. There’s got to be a better way. Preferably one with less containers.
Natasha and Bryce Mayne think they have a solution with their store: Times Infinity Refill Bar + Eco Shop. They recently moved here from Edmonton and wanted to embrace the eco-conscious island culture as well as the perfect location for a small business.
Natasha has a background in esthetics, but she grew concerned with the amount of waste the industry produces. She stopped working when she and Bryce had their first baby during the COVID-19 pandemic. Their son was what ultimately inspired them into opening their business. “He has been the inspiration behind taking the leap to living lives of fulfillment and giving us courage to make our dreams come true so he can make his own dreams come true! We love and adore him times infinity!” Natasha said.
The Times Infinity Refill Bar + Eco Shop is the solution for less waste and a more sustainable life. The shop offers a wide selection of cosmetics, cleaners, detergents and more. You can buy a product once and take the container back for them to refill it. They will refill literally any cleaned container you bring in, so go ahead, reach into the recycling bin and use what you have. Didn’t bring your own container? They’ve got you covered with one in store.
In the spirit of sustainability, the store focuses on locally made products. They offer cleaning and beauty products from companies such as Island Essentials from Victoria, Earth Spirit Organics from Cowichan Bay, Cumberland Cleaning Co. from Comox Valley and Routine Natural Beauty from Calgary.
It doesn’t end there, they also offer eco-friendly clothing from local brands like Anian from Victoria, MeMi Collective from Nanaimo and Somewon Collective from Revelstoke. Their clothing is gender and size inclusive and can be dressed up or down. They also have fun socks that come in cotton and merino wool. It’s the perfect place to start your holiday shopping! The Maynes are focused on providing practical options for a sustainable community but also on having a beautiful store. Bryce designed the front end of the store with thoughtful touches, including his late brother’s CDs, which hang from the ceiling, paying homage to their love of music.
