TRUSTED SASKATOON RECOGNIZES OUR PARTNERS WHO HAVE BEEN TRUSTED FOR OVER 10 YEARS!
In this series of articles, we continue to shine a spotlight on the businesses that have been partners for over 10 years. This year we recognize the Trusted Saskatoon Partners that joined us in 2012. We want to thank them for TRUSTING our team, and we are identifying each of them individually for providing 10 years of OUTSTANDING service to the citizens of Saskatoon and the surrounding area! This latest article celebrates and recognizes Milton Taylor and the ladies at Imagery Photography.
Milton B. Taylor, MPA founded Imagery Photography in 1977. Milton has had an illustrious and lengthy photographic career. He is a multi-award-winning photographer, whose skills are still very much in demand.
When we presented Milton with his Trusted Saskatoon 10-Year Award, we asked him about advice he would give others in business and why he has been so successful over so many years. He replied simply and predictably…
"TREASURE LIFE."
“Treasure Life” has been Milton’s motto for many years. “We all get opportunities to do something in life. We have to seize those opportunities and make them count.” He hopes that we can all look back in years to come and recall how wonderful and treasured those opportunities are and that we always treasure life.
Trusted Sara and Milton
“ I have known Milton since meeting him at a breakfast networking event in 2011, and he has been my photographer ever since. Over the years he has visually documented my life with cherished family photos, passport photos, Trusted event photos and all of our Trusted team and website photos. I have always loved the results and have no hesitation in recommending Milt to anyone looking for a talented and trustworthy photographer in Saskatoon
In 2021 Milton agreed to collaborate with me to raise money for local charities. I roped him into volunteering as my partner and we stepped up a team for the Saskatoon Progress Club’s Celebrity Challenge -which promotes local restaurants and raises money for local charities. We represented Team HomeQuarter and together we sold over $6000 of gift cards and promoted the event far and wide. All in all the event raised over $80,000 for local non-profits, including one close to his heart, Care and Share Saskatoon. I was thrilled to witness him accepting the prestigious Professional Photographers of Canada: Saskatchewan Fellowship Award. in 2017, which is the highest honour which can be bestowed upon a member. I am so grateful to be able to promote him as .a client, a Trusted partner and to also call him a valued friend." - Sara Wheelwright - Trusted Saskatoon Founder.
Milton is also community driven and is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards including but not limited to:
- SABEX Community Leadership Award
- 2015 B’nai Brith ‘We’re Proud Of You Award.
- 2017 NSBA Shirley Ryan Lifetime Achievement Award
- 2017 Professional Photographers of Canada: Saskatchewan Fellowship Award
Community Support Is At The Foundation Of Imagery Photography
As passionate about volunteering as he is about photography, Milton devotes countless hours to many community organizations, projects and programs. He has been and continues to be, involved with many community and business organizations. If you visit his studio it is impossible to miss all of the awards crowding the window sills and shelves. Most recently, he was Chair of the NSBA board of directors. One of Milton’s greatest passions is his involvement with Care and Share Saskatoon. 
Care and Share is a non-profit organization devoted to the needs of Saskatoon’s inner-city schools. Care and Share’s mission is to ensure all children have an opportunity to develop all of their potential: in sports, in school, in culture and in recreation. Milton strongly believes that education is the only way to break the cycle and that the longer children can stay in school, the better their chances of success. Milton volunteers and has served on the board for over 15 years.
We guarantee when you choose Imagery Photography as your photographer for family, commercial or professional pictures, you will receive fantastic pictures at a fair price from a local family-owned business that cares!
Thank you for TRUSTING us Milton, Betty & Brenda, and thank you for providing 10 years of AMAZING service to the people of Saskatoon. Imagery Photography continues to be a well-respected and valued company in Saskatoon and the area and they have always upheld our 5 TRUSTED GUARANTEES of service.
When the Trusted Saskatoon team gives a business the 'Thumbs Up' it really means something!! So continue to use and recommend TrustedSaskatoon.com to FIND GREAT LOCAL BUSINESSES YOU CAN TRUST like Imagery Photography.
Being a Trusted Business on the Trusted Saskatoon Directory of Excellence comes with a lot of responsibility - no other directory, advertising company, or 'watchdog organization' puts businesses through the ongoing process we do before we promote and endorse them.
Why Choose a Business On the Trusted Saskatoon Directory?
All of the Trusted Saskatoon partners have to pass a unique verification process, they are then annually contracted to uphold our 5 Trusted Guarantees. The partners then become part of a local community of Saskatoon and area businesses that we promote with a strong local marketing campaign. We also have a Trusted MYSTERY SHOPPER PROGRAM. This is where we find and engage with normal everyday people, just like you, who are looking for products and services in Saskatoon and area. We approach individuals we can see are looking for a local business and we ask them to mystery shop Trusted Saskatoon Partners. Those that agree to be Trusted mystery shoppers go about their usual business, except at the end they fill out a report to tell us about the experience. We then share it with you!
Bateman Jewellers are Trusted Saskatoon jewellery experts! Did you know that they are the oldest independent jewellery store in Saskatoon? Bateman Jewellers maintain that the relationship with their clients is very important to them. In their latest Saskatoon jewellery tip, they share all the gemstone options for engagement rings BEYOND just a diamond.
MYSTERY SHOP CHECKLIST:
1. How was the greeting/ welcome/ call answered? Very pleasant and friendly.
2. Appearance of the store/staff and showroom? Nice and bright, organized and clean.
3. Product/industry knowledge of staff? Excellent! Cam knew exactly what he was looking for, he was very efficient and quick and even taught me a few things.
4. Overall experience 1-10. 10
5. Would you return as a customer/ recommend them to close friends? Absolutely and already have!!
6. Did anyone stand out as exceptional? If so who? Why? I only dealt with Cam and he was very knowledgeable, fast, very personable and friendly.
TRUSTED GUARANTEES
1. Provide the service and quality promised - 10
2. Complete the job on time - 10
3. Charge the price quoted with NO surprises - 10
4. Communicate honestly and be responsive to customer needs - 10
5. Resolve any issues with customer satisfaction in mind - 10
Please share any other comments relating to your experience with the company.
"I made an appointment with Cam because I was interested in selling some gold. My mom had a lot of jewellery and I really didn't know what was real and what was fake. I was a little apprehensive about going in because you just never know if they will tell you the truth and give you the money you really should be getting. Cam put all my fears to rest. It was such a great experience that I have already told friends and family to go through their jewellery and take it in.
I would have NO issues with going back again. In fact, as soon as I got home I was on the hunt for more jewellery kicking around that we don't want. He even taught me a few lessons on what to look for if you are unsure if an item is real or not. I had a lot of fun!"
WHAT A GREAT MYSTERY SHOP!!! Yet again showing you deserve the Thumbs Up from www.TrustedSaskatoon.com! Find Bateman Jewellers on 2nd Ave South or online at http://www.batemanjewellers.com, they are your Trusted SASKATOON JEWELLERS!
'Your Jewellery Is A Lifetime Investment... Buy It From A Lifetime Friend'
Kathy Bond has been Saskatoon Pilates Centre's passionate owner and operator since 1999. She has over 50 years of experience as a dance teacher and fitness instructor and has taught Pilates for decades. Kathy celebrated her 75th birthday in 2021, but you wouldn't know if you met her! She has a zest for life and so much knowledge and joy to share, and she's still at her studio every day because of her love of people, their health, motion, and overall wellness.
The relationships she has forged are a massive part of her business, as some of her clients have been with her for over 20 years and have become dear friends. WOW, THAT IS INCREDIBLE!
Kathy also dedicates her success to her team of excellent instructors over the years, who support their clients' journeys to achieve optimal well-being through movement, fitness and a deeper awareness of their body/mind connection. She couldn't have come this far without them. We are confident that she and her team can help you get fit, get healthy and have your body move and feel as it should, with ease of motion and no pain!
As her tagline states…
’Every Body Matters’!
Invisible Fence Brand of Saskatchewan was brought to Saskatchewan by Solange Bosse in 2015. She has been helping families and their furbabies gain freedom and safety all over the province ever since! Solange is passionate about helping pets and pet owners, and she has been a committed volunteer for wildlife rescue for over 25 years!
Every week, Solange and her team travel the province, providing outstanding support and service for this wonderful product that has applications that work in urban yards and for rural properties on acreages and farms. No farm is too large, and no yard or home is too small for Invisible Fence Solutions! Their products have helped hundreds of pets and their families lead safe and harmonious lives together. She should know, as she has two wonderful dogs: an incredible Dane named Sophie, a cockapoo named Alvin, and a crazy cat called Steve. Oh yeah, Solange and her daughter also have a beautiful horse named Koda. Solange is proud to offer its proven P.E.T. Approach training method that ensures an unparalleled success rating of over 99%. She doesn't just sell you the equipment and go on to the next clients; she helps to educate you and help train your pets, making it an easy transition for all. Invisible Fence Brands of Saskatchewan is our province's number-one choice for pet fencing solutions. The Trusted team is proud to promote the Invisible Fence Brand Of Saskatchewan as your Trusted Saskatoon Pet Fence Expert for over five years. It looks forward to supporting them and encouraging them for many more years! Congratulations Solange!
Burnt Orange Solutions is a locally owned and operated Saskatoon I.T. company, and the team has been helping area businesses and consumers for over ten years. Gareth Mckee, an immigrant from the U.K., initially joined Trusted Saskatoon in 2013. After a few years, he relocated the family and the business to Biggar, Saskatchewan, where his wife Alison, a family doctor, was working. When they returned to Saskatoon in 2017, they wanted to rejoin the Trusted Saskatoon community.
Whether you are dealing directly with Gareth, Kay, or any of his dedicated team, they aim to reply and address your I.T. concerns as soon as possible. They are proud to offer a one-hour response time…who else can do that? Gareth has a massive passion for I.T. & data security. he owned an I.T. in the U.K. before moving to Canada and served in the British Army. Gareth keeps himself up to date with everything happening in the I.T. Industry; he is constantly learning and updating the skills of his team. In turn, he is committed to educating his clients on best practices. Gareth provides the Trusted Saskatoon team with regular I.T. Tips and helpful data security articles for our Saskatoon Trusted Tip Library.
Be assured Burnt Orange Solutions will do the best job it can for you. This is true 'I.T. Support You Can Trust and Understand.' After all, honesty and trust in a professional I.T. security firm are tremendous for your private and confidential data on your own I.T. systems. At Burnt Orange Solutions, they take pride in their artistry and fix each system as if it were their own.
We are honoured to have them as Trusted Saskatoon partners. Burnt Orange Solutions really is the best Saskatoon I.T. company!
Trustedsaskatoon.com will save you time, save you hassle and save you money. Our local Trusted Saskatoon team is committed to finding outstanding businesses like the ones highlighted above. Be assured that ALL the companies featured on our Saskatoon directory have been checked verified, and are annually contracted to uphold the 5 TRUSTED GUARANTEES of service!
5 Trusted Guarantees
Provide the service and quality promised.
Complete the job on time.
Charge the price quoted with NO surprises.
Communicate honestly and be responsive to customer needs.
Resolve any issues with customer satisfaction in mind.
Trusted Saskatoon was founded on the principle that great local businesses deserve the promotion. We know they are out there; we have found many already and work hard to find more. Please help us by nominating your favourite Saskatoon businesses here.
The Trusted Saskatoon team is thrilled to brag about our newest Trusted Saskatoon partner. Breathe Better Indoor Air Quality Specialists is a Trusted Saskatoon Furnace, Duct, and Vent Cleaner!
David Dram has been involved in the furnace and duct cleaning industry since 2014, and he is passionate about what he does, especially the benefits he brings to his customers' health and wellness. After gaining knowledge and expertise with a few other companies and learning both the good and bad of the industry, he recognized it was time to go out on his own. He wanted to do things differently, with his vision, purpose, and a goal to provide unparalleled service and professionalism.
We all know there’s always "a guy or gal that can do it cheaper," but we all know when you compromise on price, you generally compromise on quality. So David wanted to change that perception and offer honest and friendly service, great quality work, all at a fair price for Saskatoon consumers.
Breathe Better Indoor Air Quality is truly a family-owned and operated business. In addition to running a growing and successful business, David has four children!
David is also the Commanding Officer of the #300 Fisher Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron in Biggar. He has been involved as a CAF officer for 10 years, taking command last October. Although David was born in Flin Flon, Saskatoon has been his home since childhood, and he strives every day to make a difference in indoor air quality and personal health for residents and businesses of Saskatoon and the surrounding area.
We are so fortunate to have David raising a family and growing their business in Saskatoon, and we are happy about their decision to join our Trusted Saskatoon community. Now, our team will do what WE are most passionate about… Promoting and spreading the word about this locally owned family business and sharing the news about the honesty, integrity, and long-term approach to business they are committed to! You can definitely trust them for your residential or commercial projects, from furnace, duct, and vent cleaning, they clean old homes, businesses and new builds, they are the professionals to call in an emergency or just because it’s time to clean your home thoroughly.
When we were speaking to some of Breathe Better’s customers, as part of our Unique Trusted verification process, we continually heard the same positive comments about David, and the feedback was nothing short of excellent. Read some of the real personal testimonials from recent customers below.
“We are extremely satisfied with the services provided by David with Breathe Better Indoor Air Quality. David was flexible, reasonably priced, organized, kind, and a pleasure to be around. Very satisfied with the work done. I would highly recommend his business.” - C.S., Saskatoon
“I found David through Facebook as I always love to support the smaller, local guy. I’ve had ducts cleaned before and you never meet the owner and are always up-charged. David was super transparent with price and service and very professional. I would definitely have Breathe Better Indoor Air Quality Specialists back again and will suggest him to family and friends looking for someone to clean their furnace, ducts and vents!” - Mitch Kurylyk, Saskatoon
Contact David at Breathe Better IAQ for honest, great quality work! They are very knowledgeable and will offer you a free consultation!
"Indoor Air Quality Specialists Helping You To Breathe Better!"
