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.
At Boats Farm we strive to produce apples and pears with as few inputs as possible. This helps boost populations of beneficial insects and lends to an ecologically-friendly management system. All of our new orchard plantings are managed organically…
Boatsmartz was established in 2023, with its first product launched in September of the same year. We are located in Vancouver, BC, Canada, and our product line includes marine products that fill a gap in the market or replace ineffective products…
BobAli Foods creates unique and bold flavours of hummus, tapenade and pesto, sold at select stores and farmers’ markets across the Vancouver lower mainland. Owned In: British Columbia Made In Vancouver, BC: Hummus Tapenade Pesto BobAli Foods…
All furniture at Bobby Grace Furniture is handmade by Bobby Grace in his shop. From tables and chairs to refinishing antique cabinets and marine projects, no project leaves the shop until he is satisfied. Owned In: Nova Scotia Made In Windsor…
Bobcaygeon Brewing Company – It was a hot summer day and we were kicking back on a dock near Bobcaygeon. We were deep in a craft beer discussion when it dawned on us – why not start our own brewery? Sure it would take a ton of a hard work with…
Bobcaygeon Farmers Market – Farmers market vendors are the backbone of our community’s agricultural economy, providing a diverse array of fresh, healthy, and sustainably produced foods. By shopping at a local farmers market, you can…
At BoCoq Gourmet. our care, professionalism and innovativeness come through in the quality and flavour of our ingredients. Our broths and sauces—including our popular BBQ sauce—are well known for their freshness. And our 130 spices and seasonings…
Established Since 1987, all BODDAM Hockey & Lacrosse products have been entirely designed and crafted in Canada. We are proud to offer our Hockey & Lacrosse equipment made to the highest quality and performance standards in the North America…
Body Science was purchased from the previous owner in August of 2023. Since then, I have been working on revamping the store, the products, and adding to what we have available. The goal of the store is to provide all-natural and handmade products…
After a few capsule collections sold to underground boutiques in NYC and Montreal, Judith Desjardins premiered BODYBAG by Jude in 1998. Originally targeted to ravers and clubbers, the label has now evolved to a directional contemporary brand…
