Returning to Our Roots at Optimum Health
Nature teaches us that change is unavoidable.
Just as the seasons turn—summer’s abundance gives way to autumn, and winter heaves a heavy sigh just before a vibrant spring renewal—life, communities, and businesses follow similar cycles of growth and change.
At Optimum Health, we’ve always valued nature’s lessons. We understand that change is an essential part of growth.
A Unified Name for a Holistic Vision
In alignment with embracing change, we’re officially simplifying our branding from “Optimum Health & Kolya” to “Optimum Health.” The name “Kolya” will only refer to our spa located at our 109th street store. We believe true health encompasses the entire body, with no distinction between hair, skin, and internal wellness. Our simplified name embodies our holistic vision of health being interconnected and comprehensive.
Put simply, “Optimum Health & Kolya” is now titled “Optimum Health.”
Our spa is named Kolya.
Some Brands Move On—We Move Forward
We’ve been honoured to offer natural lifestyle products that align with our core values: purity, effectiveness, and ethical responsibility. However, we’ve reached a turning point. Several brands have shifted their focus exclusively toward big-box retailers, limiting their availability to smaller businesses like ours. This decision was made by these brands, not us, unfortunately leaving us no choice but to discontinue stocking certain products in our stores.
This decision is bittersweet because it brings us back to what we do best: providing trusted, thoughtful solutions for natural wellness, herbalism, and holistic self-care.
Supporting Small is the Heart of Our Mission
We believe in the resilience of community and proudly supporting independent creators who share our values. We cherish small-scale producers and also proudly carry thoughtfully-chosen big names like Eminence, Jane Iredale, and Dr. Hauschka, whose responsible practices resonate with our philosophy. Every product we offer—whether from independent artisans or trusted larger brands—is carefully selected and wholeheartedly believed in.
When you shop with local, Canadian-owned, and independent businesses—at Optimum Health or elsewhere—you support a network of artisans, herbalists, and visionaries dedicated to creating a more mindful and sustainable world.
A Thoughtful Farewell to Our Refill Station
We’ve proudly encouraged low-waste living through our Refill Station. However, after careful consideration, we've recognized the Refill Station wasn't as environmentally friendly as intended. Specifically, it resulted in higher energy consumption; customer adoption was lower than anticipated, meaning many products went unused or expired and ultimately contributed to waste rather than reducing it.
Therefore, we've made the difficult decision to scale back our Refill Station. We'll continue offering select refills from Routine and Living Libations, two brands valued by our customers for their exceptional standards and authentic sustainability commitments.
This transition also means we’ll no longer offer zero-waste household products. While we personally still love and use these items, we know you’ll continue to find these excellent options elsewhere. We are refocusing on our foundational values: herbal wellness, natural skincare, and products that nourish and enhance well-being.
Rooted in Resilience and Looking Forward
Change is rarely easy, but it's necessary. It encourages reflection, adjustment, and refinement. Like plants resting beneath winter's soil, preparing for new growth, we embrace this period of transition with optimism and renewed purpose.
Optimum Health will always be a space for curiosity, learning, and connection.
Our shelves will continue to be filled with thoughtfully-chosen remedies and skincare essentials. Our spa treatment facility and community popup events will remain spaces of inspiration and discovery. We approach this new chapter with a deepened commitment to what we do best—celebrating nature, supporting holistic wellness, and nurturing an inviting space where you can feel at home.
Thank you for your continued support and for being part of this journey with us.
Together, let’s embrace a future shaped by resilience and intention. Let's share a vision for a world that values care over convenience, community over commerce, and wisdom over fleeting trends.
With gratitude,
The Optimum Health Team