Bannock Express

06/20/2025

🥔🔥 Shepherd’s Pie with a Bannock Twist! 🔥🥔

Our comfort food just got an upgrade! Enjoy seasoned beef, mixed veggies, and creamy mashed potatoes — all served on our crispy fried bannock. A hearty, homemade classic with that Bannock Express flavour you love!

Please note: Due to construction, we are offering back door pick up only! If you need help finding us, give us a call 👉 306-979 - 1️⃣2️⃣1️⃣2️⃣

Come get your bannock fix today!
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06/18/2025

Bannock Express is OPEN today for all your bannock needs! 🧡 Whether you’re craving classic bannock burger, a bannock taco , or want to grab a few bannock to-go—we’ve got you covered.

📞 Please call ahead so we can get your order started and have it ready for you fresh and hot!

📍Stop by and support local Indigenous-made food!

🛠️ PLEASE NOTE: construction is making it difficult. If you come to the back alley and call we can bring out your order

06/14/2025

From Foster Care to the Boardroom: My Story

When I was 12 years old, I entered the foster care system as ward of the government. Eventually, they ran out of foster homes for me in Saskatchewan, and I was sent to Calgary — a city where I didn’t know a single soul. When I aged out of care, I was left to fend for myself. No guidance, no support. I ended up on the streets, completely lost.

Fast forward to this week — I’m heading back to Calgary, but not the same person I was back then. This time, I’m going back as the founder of Bannock Mix Inc, to graduate from Arlene Dickinson’s Cohort Accelerator — an opportunity I earned after pitching my business on Dragons’ Den.

I’ll be standing in front of a room full of investors, sharing my story and my vision. It’s surreal.

This moment means more than just business growth. It’s proof that we can turn our pain into power. I know so many others have gone through the foster system, felt abandoned, and struggled to find their way. If that’s you — please know: you are not alone, and your past does not define your future.

This week, I walk into that room carrying the strength of every foster kid who thought they wouldn’t make it. I’m doing this for us.

Thank you to everyone who’s supported me along this journey. I see you. I appreciate you. And I’m just getting started.

06/13/2025

A Major Milestone for My Business 🎉

This week marks a huge achievement in my entrepreneurial journey, and I want to take a moment to thank everyone who continues to support my business.

Earlier this year, I had the honour of participating in Arlene Dickinson’s Accelerator Cohort, which was part of the deal I pitched on Dragons’ Den — and generously sponsored by Arlene herself. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity gave me valuable insights and strategies to grow my brand in a sustainable and impactful way.

The program pushed me outside of my comfort zone. Juggling the demands of my businesses while attending intensive classes — often during peak restaurant hours — wasn’t easy. But I made the choice to fully commit to this incredible mentorship opportunity, and I’m so glad I did.

This year was all about product development, refining my strategy, and stepping back to grow forward. There were moments of burnout, work overload, and doubt — but I’ve learned that building from the ground up with my own capital has made me more resilient, focused, and aligned with my mission.

To the entire Cohort 18 team: thank you. Your knowledge, experience, and support have meant the world to me. You’ve helped me see my business through a new lens and inspired me to keep pushing for more.

I’m excited for what’s next — and forever grateful for those who believe in me.

Stay tuned… we’re just getting started.

06/02/2025

🌿 Welcome to June – National Indigenous Peoples Month! 🌿

This month, we honour and celebrate the rich heritage, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across Canada. At Bannock Express, we’re proud to share our Indigenous roots through bannock, storytelling, and community.

✨ Here’s how we’re celebrating and offering this June:
• 📦 Wholesale Bannock Mix available for retailers
• 🥘 Full-service Indigenous & bannock catering
• 🎤 Speaking engagements about our Dragons’ Den experience
• 🛍️ Events catering & more!

June is especially meaningful for me—I’m graduating from Arlene’s Accelerator Cohort 18, where we advanced negotiations for our Bannock Mix pitch from Dragons’ Den! 🙌
A heartfelt thank you to Arlene Dickinson for believing in us and sponsoring our journey. ❤️

🗓️ Please Note:
I’ll be closed June 16–20 for graduation celebrations 🎓

⏰ Hours: Open daily from 3 PM to 7 PM
We’ve moved to part-time operations, but catering is available any day of the week — with advance notice only.
🔔 No last-minute catering orders this month.
🔒 A 35% non-refundable deposit is required for all catering bookings. Final Payment is required when we deliver.

📞 To pre-order or book catering:
Call or email me and I’ll respond as soon as possible.

Thank you all for your continued support — let’s make this month one to remember! 💛🧡

05/11/2025

“Bannock and Love”

On Mother’s Day, the sun shines bright,
With morning hugs and hearts so light.
The kettle sings, the table’s set,
A day of love we won’t forget.

She stirs the dough with hands so wise,
A sparkle dancing in her eyes.
The smell of bannock fills the air,
A mother’s love is always there.

Warm and golden, soft and round,
In every bite, her care is found.
She feeds our bellies, warms our soul,
Her bannock makes the family whole.

Through every trial, every cheer,
She’s been our strength, our steady steer.
Today we thank her, share our praise,
With jam and bannock on her tray.

To moms who lift us when we fall—
You are our heart, our all in all.
With every bite, this truth we say:
We love you more each Mother’s Day.

05/09/2025

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY CLOSURE

Dear Customers,

We are currently closed due to an urgent maintenance issue. Our grease trap is being serviced, and there appears to be a clog in the drains that needs to be repaired. A maintenance professional is on site working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Thank you,
Bannock Express

05/08/2025

Exciting News!

I’m thrilled to share that I’m graduating from Arlene Dickinson’s Accelerator Program this June! This incredible opportunity was part of the pitch I negotiated on Season 18 of CBC’s Dragons’ Den for my Bannock Mix — and I’ll be pitching again as part of the program!

From June 16–20, I’ll be fully immersed in the final week of the Accelerator, so I’ll be a little busy — but for a great reason!

Graduating from this program and officially becoming a Dragons’ Den Alumni is a huge milestone for me. This past year, I’ve gained invaluable insight into growth strategies, brand development, and the tools needed to succeed as an entrepreneur. I’m forever grateful for this opportunity and the support I’ve received along the way.

To mark this achievement, I’m planning a Celebration Dinner where I’ll share my journey and what I’ve learned — stay tuned for the announcement!

05/07/2025

In the works my Dragons Den Alumni Dinner and Grad celebration ❤️✨ This coming June

05/05/2025

Goodwind’s Update – From the Bottom of Our Hearts, Thank You

We want to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who has shown love, support, and generosity during this incredibly difficult time for our nephew, Goodwind. As many of you know, he was the victim of a malicious machete attack that left him with serious trauma to his face.

Thanks to your donations, his immediate medical needs were taken care of — but unfortunately, the stitch job was poorly done, and he now requires facial reconstruction surgery. Because this is considered cosmetic, it will not be covered, and we will have to pay out of pocket for this next stage of healing.

This week, we have a consultation scheduled with a specialist, which alone costs $300. After the appointment on Thursday, we’ll have a clearer idea of the cost for the surgery and what will be needed to properly correct the trauma and support Goodwind’s recovery — not just physically, but emotionally too.

We’ll share another update later this week. Until then, thank you again for standing with us and Goodwind. Your kindness means the world.

Please see the comments for the link to his go fund me. If you can’t donate, a share helps us too ❤️

05/03/2025

Hey friends,
My daughters are sick today—one of them has a rash all over her body—so I’m staying home to take care of my babies. They come first, always.

Some staff have also called in sick, which makes it even harder to open today. I feel bad closing up, but I hope you understand.

We’ll be back tomorrow!
Thanks for your patience and love.

— Bannock Express
Closed Saturday
❤️✨

05/03/2025

Donation protected
On Sunday, my nephew Goodwind was the victim of a vicious and unprovoked machete attack. He simply approached someone to ask for a smoke — and in response, this person slashed him across the face with a machete. Any further and Goodwind might not be here. The guy laughed at Goodwind after he slashed his face.

The cut went deep through his cheek. He had to hold his face together with his hands. He lost a dangerous amount of blood and was rushed to the ER.

The emergency team did what they could to close the wound, but we’re deeply concerned that the stitching won’t heal properly. A facial consultation alone costs $300, and the corrective surgery he’ll likely need can be very expensive.

Goodwind doesn’t remember much of what happened. He’s traumatized and in pain — physically, emotionally, and mentally. This is a life altering experience.

What makes this even harder: five years ago, he lost his mother suddenly on Christmas Eve. Since then, he’s worked hard, stayed strong for his siblings, and always shows up for his family. He did not deserve this. He was attacked for no reason, and the man who did this is still at large.

We’re asking for your help to cover:
• Specialist consultations
• Facial reconstructive surgery
• Follow-up care and therapy
• Any extra funds raised will go to Goodwind

Please donate what you can, and share this with others.

Every dollar makes a difference. Every share helps spread the word.

We Thank you for supporting him during this nightmare.

We’re grateful for anything you can do.

On Sunday, my nephew Goodwind was the victim of a vicious and unprovoked… Racheal Smith needs your support for Help Goodwind Heal After Brutal Machete Attack