Built on Resilience,
Rooted in Community
Two Black immigrant women. One bold vision. A wellness brand that represents possibility, representation, and community impact.
More Than a Product
Maplemint Oral Care is a Canadian wellness startup reimagining oral care through impact, innovation, and community.
Born from the resilience of two Black immigrant women, we turned barriers to employment and entrepreneurship into a breakthrough brand. Maplemint is more than a product; it's a story of possibility and representation.
We donate 10% of profits to charity, because your daily routine should build stronger communities.
Meet the Founders
The women behind Maplemint
Vivian Ufodike
Vivian Ufodike is the founder of La Africana Cuisine, a cultural food hub recognized for Business Excellence Awards in 2025. Within just 12 months of startup, La Africana earned the title of Winner at the Jollof Rice Festival in Ottawa, Winner of Nigeria Restaurant at the 2026 Canadian Choice Award, and was rated an Excellence Cultural Food Hub in Ottawa; a testament to Vivian's drive, creativity, and commitment to community.
- Business Excellence Award, 2025
- Winner — Jollof Rice Festival, Ottawa
- Winner — Nigeria Restaurant, 2026 Canadian Choice Award
- Rated Excellence Cultural Food Hub in Ottawa (12-month startup)
Ngozi Eme
Ngozi Eme is the founder of MumsFirst, a nonprofit that has supported over 150 immigrant women in building sustainable careers and businesses over the past two years. Through this work, she helped others step into opportunity; and now she's taking that same bold step to build a venture of her own. Ngozi brings passion, purpose, and a deep commitment to uplifting communities to everything she creates.
- Community Impact Award 2025
- 150+ immigrant women supported through MumsFirst
- Champion of sustainable careers and entrepreneurship
- Community builder & social impact leader
Innovation
A fluoride-free formula built for modern, health-conscious families.
Community
Every purchase supports a business rooted in uplifting people.
Proudly Canadian
Thoughtfully Blended & Packaged in Canada under strict quality standards.