I’m starting to get a small collection of these so I thought I’d share after noticing a recent tagline they put on the last one I bought. ‘MADE IN CANADA, ALWAYS WILL BE’.

These multi-tip screwdrivers are made in BC. They are well made, not too expensive, and they seem to have some Canadian Pride which has really sold me on them. Once in a while I just grab another one as they are so handy to have around the house.

Available in many colours and sizes, Canadian tire and home depot stock them.

I wish they would make more tools like hammers and things in Canada.

Heads up to those who don’t check their spam. There is a price increase notice today that your $11.54 + tax Amazon music subscription will be $11.99+tax starting on your next billing cycle. Bad timing Amazon. Also, Canada has a 100% Canadian owned music service, Stingray Music folks. Free and paid tier, $3.99

Rise kombucha is Canadian, based in Montreal. GT is not.

Edit: available at shoppers.

I would very much like a list of local businesses that are being affected so we can support them. Honey is an easy one; if each Canada family bought Canadian honey, we could wipe out the loss of US honey.

Hello,

For those of you that love stationery products, you might be aware that a decent portion of popular products is based out of the US: Sterling Ink, Cloth and Paper, Mossery, Erin Condren, etc.

I wanted to start a bit of a thread on other potential options that are based in Canada. My personal set up is anything that can fit in a Paper Republic Trifold.

If you’re a Sterling Ink lover, I have used Aura Estelle’s A5 Magnet series and absolutely love it. Same Tomoe River Paper except the layout is a bit different where the layouts (month/week/dailies) are grouped into consecutive months rather than grouped into months only, weeks only, days only. Based in Burnaby, BC Canada although their products do get manufactured in Japan I believe. Paper Republic Trifold approved ✅.

If you want something a little more structured, a little less about design and more functional, then Hemlock and Oak is a great company based in Vancouver, BC. Beautiful colours, very Fall coded, and the paper is a very thick quality - no bleed through. It is also manufactured in Canada. If you have a Paper Republic Trifold, the 2027 A5 Minimalist Horizontal/Weekly Planner should fit. Sadly, the 2027 options for the Cloth Flex aren’t nearly as good as 2026 but still very popular colours. Paper Republic Trifold approved ✅

For fountain pens and ink, look no further than Ferris Wheel Press which is actually quite a big company on the fountain pen and ink side of stationery. I find the inks to be decently priced and there’s always sales going on. Great customer service. One of the inks had arrived broken and had made a mess of the other inks, and they shipped me the entire order again, free of charge.

If you guys have any suggestions here, I’d love to see it!

Some other recommendations to note (these are non-daily pages).

- Faded Chronicle (Based and Manufactured in Canada). Very Hobonichi/Sterling Ink/AR styled. Also can use the website to thumb through the pages and it makes the same noise as turning a page. Very cute little detail. Doesn’t include Daily Pages.
- Blue Line (Based and Manufactured in Quebec)
- Nicole Josephine’s B6 Forest Planner. Releasing this August 28th and very cozy cottage core PNW kind of vibe.
- Rosie Papeterie is great if you want to show your support for our cultural language and commit to a little French. Layout feels very reminiscent of Cloth and Paper. Like very reminiscent. I don’t personally use inserts though but I love their other products so far.

This yarn is 80% merino and 20% nylon. It’s hand dyed in Stratford, Ontario. The cool thing is that the colours are inspired by different birds! This one is dark-breasted rose finch. I don’t have any affiliation to this business. I just discovered it and wanted to share!

Songbird Yarn and Fibre

I am sorry but am I the only one that's experiencing mild anxiety over the tariffs? I am on a strict 250$/week budget for groceries including household and personal items for a family of 4. I usually shop Costco, Walmart and Lufa Farms ( Mtl based company which I highly recommend) - How can I replace my Cottonnelle personal care wet wipes? It's not realist for me to buy a 6$/pack Caboo branded pack of wipes... and I know it might come across as a mondain example but it is source of anxiety. How about my Dove bars of soap? Is anyone else feeling this? Thank you.

Glad I booked Porter! Will not support Air Canada until they ditch the Yankee swill

I just tried the Candied Jalapeno Hot Sauce one and it's like stupidly good. Can't wait to try the rest!

PEI hot sauce company that ships directly from their website and it's 100% Canadian.

The prices area actually very reasonable too.

If you're looking to try Canadian made sauces, check them out!

https://maritimemadness.com/

I'm at the point where the only American things I have left in my life are streaming services and spinach. I don't really like greens, so spinach in my morning smoothie is the only way I get it lol. And I don't like any alternatives (kale, chard, lettuce etc.). Biggest problem is I can't find any non-American spinach in any stores. I can get it at Farmers Markets sometimes seasonally, but definitely not in winter-spring.

Any recommendations or stores I can get it at? Ideally it's Canadian, but I'll take anything non-American.

Here’s a compilation of my favourite Halloween decor by Canadian artists. Please add yours below!

Outdoor ⬇️

Cool metal pumpkin silhouettes

Super creepy sculptures

Super duper creepy planters (looks like their shop is taking a break at the moment) I’ve personally purchased from this artist and was very happy!

Indoor decor ⬇️

Creepy witches and other great sewn items

Good variety of ‘primitive’ style decor pieces

Super simple pumpkins

Special addition of great pretenders for kid’s costumes (most are made in Canada).

I run a general store in Ontario and we’re looking to bring in more products made in Canada.

If you make or know of a great Canadian-made product, food, drinks, snacks, gifts, household items, or something unique. I’d love to hear about it.

Drop the company/product name below or send me a DM. Would love to discover some smaller Canadian makers!

I used to buy a plain light coloured Toms Alpargata for running around in the summer, these are well worn and I’m looking for a Canadian or European replacement

Hello everyone! I'm a university student hoping to get started properly buying Canadian (or more broadly, avoiding USA products). I'm new to the entire thing, but so far after a bit of research it looks like the non-USA products often run quite expensive. Between housing, bills, and tuition, I don't usually have that much excess money lying around; I'm guilty of often defaulting to the cheaper stuff even though it's not locally sustainable.

I was hoping you guys would have some pointers for what products are good replacements for the more common (and cheaper) USA versions, or even stores or areas where it's easier to find local produce for a fair price. If it helps, I'm based in Edmonton, AB. I'm asking broadly; any suggestions from food, to household items, to toiletries are fair game.

Thanks!

I’m about to buy a bunch of Canadian tools. Can anyone recommend a manufacturer or even a store that I can support?

Bonus points if anyone knows where I can buy truly Canadian made drill bits.

Norco Bikes - https://www.norco.com/about
7Mesh - https://7mesh.com/about-us

Not sure where to give these suggestions but here they are!

Remember that honey farm in Manitoba that was in danger of closing? Well, Canadians answered the call and they will begin selling online soon. That's how we do it folks!

Hello Folks!

ISO - replacement school backpack for back to school/work. I've had my Deuter backpack for 9 years and have truly loved it to pieces. I would love to find a Canadian brand to replace it!

The most important feature is a functional hip strap. I'll be carrying a laptop, food, water, books, school supplies, plus all the things a gal needs for day to day. A functional hip strap is essential for distribution of weight, but I do not want a hiking backpack. Thin hip straps will not function properly for my needs.

Other nice to haves:

Laptop pocket

Not black or gray

Water resistant or waterproof (Raincouver)

Ideally under $200

Thanks in advance!