The year 2016 seemed like a turning point for Canadian products, as the nation felt under pressure from our neighbor to the south. This feeling spurred a movement across the country to "buy local" and spend more of our dollars purchasing products made in Canada. Then Covid-19 arrived in early 2020 and this initiative was taken even more seriously as we worked to support our local economy.
The pandemic forced people to stay at home and encouraged us to become even more passionate about buying at home. We as consumers quickly became aware of the importance of shopping locally, thus contributing to the success of Canadian-made items.
In our commercialized culture, it’s normal to accept whatever is on offer. But in your home, especially in older homes, that can feel like a compromise. It’s as if you didn’t quite get it right. Why not get it right? Old World…
Since our start in 1999, we’ve always stayed true to our roots, seeking perfect balance using the finest, all-natural ingredients combined with Canada’s best drinking water. Our entire award-winning Old Yale Brewing Co line up – from the crisp…
Olde Tyme Kettle Kitchen is a family-owned and operated confectionery company. Opened in 1994 by husband and wife team Gary and Denise. Growing up, we both had a passion for making and sharing delicious, mouthwatering sweets. When we realized we…
A family-run and family-focused craft brewery working hard to provide value for their customers, Oldman River Brewing Ltd. puts out handmade beer and local bites for an authentic, rural Southwest Alberta experience. Spend an afternoon in the taproom…
OldTribes blankets are handcrafted by Native Indigenous and designed to keep you warm wherever. Whenever. Blankets are made in Canada and other items are made outside of Canada. They also carry hand crafted gifts made by local creators. Owned In:…
At Olena Zylak you won’t find a computer at our designing table. Instead, our styles come to life through Olena’s pencil sketches, and patterns which she carefully maps out by hand. Then, knitting is done at our studio in historic Collingwood,…
At Olena Zylak Knits you won’t find a computer at our designing table. Instead, our styles come to life through Olena’s pencil sketches, and patterns which she carefully maps out by hand. Then, knitting is done at our studio in historic Collingwood,…
At Oli and Ely we create minimalist, ethical, and non-toxic home and body care products based on plant science. Our formulas are biodegradable and free from harmful chemicals to promote a clean and healthy home. Our priority is to reduce plastics…
OliOeco founded in 1986 with a commitment to design and the environment and a mission to create sustainable yet wearable long lasting garments. OliOeco is 100 percent made in Canada. We use a range of organic, natural, reclaimed and reworked fabrics…
Using a base product that is created by our olive farm experts to our specifications, we infuse these with our proprietary natural flavours to create an exceptional “WOW” experience for our customers. Each batch bottled (in Canada) is specifically…
