There’s never been a better time to support Canadian-owned and made-in-Canada brands. Whether stocking your kitchen, updating your wardrobe, or planning a getaway, choosing local products helps sustain businesses in our communities while ensuring high-quality goods. Here’s a guide to the best Canadian brands across food, home, fashion, beauty, travel and more. —Ashley Harris
Food & Grocery
Canada has a rich food industry, from dairy products to specialty snacks. Here are some great brands to add to your shopping list:
- Dicky’s Dumps – Handmade dumplings crafted with fresh, local ingredients.
- Dairyland – A Canadian staple offering milk, cream, and dairy products.
- Balderson Cheese – Known for its premium-aged cheddar, which is made in Ontario.
- Hardbite Chips – Small-batch, kettle-cooked chips using Canadian potatoes.
- Hippie Snacks – Organic and plant-based snack options.
- Tre Stelle – One of Canada’s top cheese brands.
Where to Shop for Local Goods
- Save-On-Foods – A Western Canada grocery chain with a strong focus on local products.
- Thrifty Foods – Vancouver Island’s go-to for fresh, Canadian-made products.
- SPUD Delivers – Online grocery delivery featuring locally sourced foods.
- Meridian Farm Market – A BC-based market focusing on fresh, local meats and produce.
Meal Prep & Dining
- Fresh Prep – Meal kit service using fresh, local ingredients.
- White Spot – A classic BC restaurant chain known for legendary burgers. White Spot sources premium local ingredients for menu items.
Coffee & Beverages
Whether you prefer a morning brew or a local craft beer, here are some Canadian beverage brands to try:
- Oso Negro Coffee – Nelson, BC’s small-batch coffee roaster.
- Twisted Goat Coffee – Roasted in Kamloops with a focus on sustainability.
- Nat’s Coffee House – Locally roasted and small-batch coffee.
Wineries & Breweries
- Country Vines – Located in Richmond, BC, this winery produces unique, handcrafted farm-based Estate Wines.
- Blasted Church – Set in the heart of BC’s Okanagan Valley, Blasted Church crafts unique wines from historic, thoughtfully farmed vineyards.
- Mission Hill – Award-winning Canadian wines from West Kelowna, BC.
- Barnside Brewing – A farm-based brewery in Ladner, BC, crafting unfiltered and fresh-tasting beer using their farm-grown ingredients.
Home & Decor
Upgrade your home while supporting Canadian businesses:
Candles & Fragrance
- Milkjar Candle Co. – Canadian handmade soy candles with clean scents.
- World of LLA – Vancouver-owned candle company founded by an 11-year-old entrepreneur.
Cleaning & Laundry
- Mint Cleaning Products – Natural, eco-friendly cleaners.
- Nellie’s – A Canadian brand specializing in non-toxic, sustainable laundry products.
Fashion & Accessories
Support Canadian designers and ethical fashion brands:
- Frank and Oak – Born and raised in Montreal, this brand offers sustainable clothing with a modern aesthetic.
- Pamela Card Jewelry – Handcrafted jewelry from Vancouver, BC, inspired by history and art.
- Poppy Barley – Alberta-born brand that partners with with family-owned factories and produces sustainably-made footwear and accessories.
- Mija – A shoe brand, founded by local influencer, Tessa Lindsay Garcia. Mija is passionate about supporting Mexico, as well as Canada, with all packaging and marketing materials produced in Vancouver.
- FREE LABEL – Community and ethics-based slow fashion brand, which is proudly made in Canada. FREE LABEL carries sizes 5X-XS.
Beauty & Personal Care
- Saje Natural Wellness – Essential oils and natural skincare.
- Rocky Mountain Soap Co. – Natural skincare and bath products.
Travel & Staycations
Explore Canada while supporting local hotels and resorts:
- Oak Bay Beach Hotel (Victoria, BC) – A luxury oceanfront resort.
- Watermark Resort (Osoyoos, BC) – A lakeside retreat.
- Wickaninnish Inn (Tofino, BC) – A stunning coastal getaway.
Pet Products
Treat your furry friend with Canadian-made products:
- Nutrience – Canadian pet food brand with quality ingredients.
- Healthybud – Canadian (Montreal-based, Toronto-founded) pet wellness brand bringing research-backed superfoods to dogs’ bowls.
Kids
- Veille sur toi – Handmade nightlights and kids’ décor.
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