How to Use MyFavs: Follow the Symbols

Finding something great online shouldn’t feel like work.

MyFavs was designed to be explored intuitively — the same way you’d browse a local market, wander a new neighbourhood, or ask a trusted friend for a recommendation.

That’s why symbols matter here.

They’re not decoration.
They’re how the platform speaks to you.

Why Symbols Exist on MyFavs

We live in a world of filters, star ratings, and endless scrolling.
Instead of adding more noise, MyFavs uses visual symbols to quietly guide you.

Each symbol represents:

• a category

• a type of experience

• or a shared value

Think of them as wayfinding markers, not labels.

If something appears on MyFavs, it has already passed a human standard — the symbols simply help you navigate what kind of place, service, or experience it is.

What the Symbols Tell You

While each category has its own look and feel, the meaning behind the symbols stays consistent across the site.

You’ll start to recognize them quickly.

🛍️ Shopping

Symbols here highlight:

• Canadian-made products

• independent retailers

• artisan and ethical businesses

If you see it, it means the brand values quality, care, and local impact.

🍽️ Food & Drinks

These symbols guide you toward:

• locally sourced food

• independent cafés, bakeries, and restaurants

• craft and specialty offerings

No sponsored placements. Just places worth visiting.

🎭 Entertainment

Entertainment symbols help you spot:

• movies, games, and shows

• arts and culture

• concerts and live events

Whether it’s a big night out or a quiet cultural moment, the symbol tells you what kind of experience to expect.

🧳 Travel Canada

Travel symbols represent:

• nature escapes

• cities and culture

• curated guides and adventures

They’re designed to help you explore Canada intentionally — not just check off destinations.

💻 Tech

In Tech, symbols act as clarity tools.

They differentiate between:

• cybersecurity

• IT services

• cloud and software

• innovation and startups

This helps you understand what a company actually does at a glance — without digging through marketing jargon.

🌿 Health & Wellness

Health symbols focus on balance and care, including:

• mind & body

• natural wellness

• medical care

• health services

They’re designed to feel calm, reassuring, and human — because health decisions should never feel rushed.

What the Symbols Don’t Mean

The symbols are not rankings.
They’re not ads.
And they’re not paid placements.

They don’t tell you what’s “best” — they help you decide what’s right for you.

Everything on MyFavs is chosen because it meets a standard we’d personally recommend to friends or family.

The symbols simply help you explore with confidence.

Follow the Feeling

As you spend time on MyFavs, you’ll start to notice something subtle:

You’re not being pushed.
You’re being guided.

The symbols, layouts, and categories are there so you can:

• slow down

• trust your instincts

• and discover things naturally

That’s the MyFavs experience.

Take your time.
Follow the symbols.
And explore Canada through the places and people that make it special.

— The MyFavs Team