While you likely have your favourite outdoor gear brands, here are a few Canadian companies you might not have considered before. There’s no better time to support local!
1. Wolfe Co. Apparel and Goods®
Based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), this label was born in 2016 out of a struggle to find clothing made in Canada. Considering the conditions of overseas factories and the incredible talent within our own country, Wolfe Co. Apparel and Goods® strives to make quality goods locally. Outerwear includes crewnecks, camp shorts, ribbed toques and scarves.
2. ROAM The Brand
When you want to bring the fresh, revitalizing scents of the outdoors inside, look no further than Vancouver-based ROAM. Their candles are inspired by beautiful Canadian locations including Tofino, Whistler, Churchill and Jasper. Nature and luxury intertwine in the eco-friendly, clean-burning candles with aromas like eucalyptus, cypress and tree sap. The hand-poured candles are made with a premium natural coconut-apricot wax, available in ceramic pots and travel-sized tins, both with a crackling wooden wick—the next best thing to a campfire.
3. tentree
With roots grown in Regina, Saskatchewan, the founders of tentree started the brand with the goal to give back to the Earth. One of the founders, Kalen Emsley, was a tree planter—which might tie into the brand’s commitment to plant trees for every purchase. Trees have been planted across the country in places like the Canadian Rockies and Cape Breton, Nova Scotia. Tentree has planted over 100 million trees, is a certified B Corp and its office is now located in Vancouver. Tentree’s clothes are versatile, perfect for outdoor adventurers and casual explorers. I adore the TENCEL™ lyocell fabric, which is one of the softest materials I’ve ever felt.
4. Pajar Canada
Pajar has been making footwear and outerwear for outdoor lovers since 1963. The company is based in Montreal, Quebec. Pieces pay tribute to Canadian traditions while utilizing modern technology. Find ice grippers, waterproof leather and winter jackets rated to -30 C.
5. Explore Outdoor Media Inc.
We are proud to be Canadian! Explore Magazine is an independent Canadian company. Our award-winning print magazine can be found on newsstands across the country. Since 1981, we’ve been supporting Canadian writers, artists, photographers, designers and creators. By purchasing a magazine subscription—or gifting one to a friend—you are helping Canadians and buying local. We employ a small but mighty full-time team and work with amazing freelancers. For only $25, you’ll receive four physical magazine issues every year. It’s different than what’s online—and we keep our digital magazine free to read, with no paywall, because we think everyone should have access to important information about outdoor adventure. Thank you for your support, from all of us at explore.
Looking for more Canadian brands to support? Read “Buy Better: Canadian-Made Outdoor Gear That You Will Love.”
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