My Story
It all began in 2002 when I started and co-owned my first balloon decor and party shop business in Manila, Philippines. When I emigrated with my family to Canada, I continued to create balloon art as a side hustle while maintaining a corporate career in Human Resources. Eventually, the balloon business became full time in 2016.
Currently, my family and I are Okanagan-based, living in the beautiful city of Kelowna in British Columbia, Canada.
I’ve earned my designation as a Certified Balloon Artist (CBA®) from Pioneer Worldwide, the leading manufacturer of Qualatex®️ - The Very Best™️ Balloons. The CBA® program is the most respected and comprehensive certification program in the balloon industry worldwide. I also continue to further my talents by following new trends and learning innovative designs and techniques.
I enjoy spreading cheer through my balloon creations and I love the positive reactions of my customers. Like what Winnie The Pooh said, "Nobody can be uncheered with a balloon". I see to it that I foster friendly and accommodating relationships with my clients. With over 20 years of experience and professionalism; with passion, creativity and skill, I am committed to ensuring 100% customer satisfaction.
- Maria Hechanova, CBA®
Our Valued Corporate Clients
(Past and Present)
• Alumier MD Canada
• Big Steel Box Company
• BCLC
• Buster's Pizza & Donair
• California Closets
• Dynacare
• Gong Cha Kelowna
• Hi Cannabis
• Hillberg & Berk
• Kelowna Beer Fest
• Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
• Lakeside Hearing
• Oakwyn Realty Ltd.
• Planet Fitness
• Parkbridge Lifestyle Communities Inc.
• Pushor Mithcell Lawyers LLP
• Ramen Arashi
• Revo Kelowna / Millenial Developments
• Schell Dental
• Skin Sense Aesthetics
• Solstice at Tower Ranch
• Taaz Indian Restaurant
• The Sugar Shack
• Thick as Thieves Entertainment
• Urban Fare
• Vantage West Realty
Venues
(We have set up and/or delivered to)
•Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resorts
•Hotel Zed
•Hotel Eldorado
•Laurel Packing House
•Okanagan College
• 50th Parallel Estate Winery
• Coast Capri Hotel
• Kelowna Cruises
• Kelowna Yacht Club
• Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery
• Prospera Place
• Quail's Gate Winery