Lately, we’ve been thinking about how important it is to back local brands that align with our values. So, here’s a little shoutout to some of our current Canadian favourites. Some designers, artists, and makers who are pushing boundaries, keeping it local, and just making really cool pieces.
Canadian Made and Owned
Fashion
- A Bronze Age Contemporary clothing & accessories.
- Bad Moon Suits Swim and cozy pieces.
- Elyse on Mars Hand-dyed lingerie from Victoria, BC.
- Fortiv Slow fashion studio offering sewing patterns, workshops, and clothing.
- Free Label Ethically made, ultra-comfy essentials.
- Harly Jae Timeless, feminine, and sustainably made.
- Jubi Tofino based, natural fibres
- Kslam Made to order clothing, made from deadstock fabric.
- Loose Ends Handcrafted from deadstock and upcycled materials.
- Lorette Lingerie Delicate, ethically made lingerie from Toronto.
- Oge Ajibe Bold, size-inclusive fashion.
- Profanity Elevated staples that evolve with you.
- Smith Bowen Compostable luxury lingerie.
- Sonya Lee Leather bags, handmade in Ontario.
- Spa Boy One of a kind denim dyed by hand in Toronto.
- Uni Design Patchwork pieces from upcycled textiles.
- Vestige StoryElevated evening wear.
Jewelry
- Bait Jewelry Genderless jewelry from Vancouver.
- Itchy Glass Hand sculpted borosilicate glass jewelry.
- Noon Jewelry Thoughtful and timeless.
- Punch Jewelry Playful, bold, and one-of-a-kind.
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Sunday Feel Handcrafted pieces from Manitoba.
Everything In Between
- Ami Like Miami Slow-crafts and hand painted porcelain ware.
- Annie Axtell Home goods and sculptural pillows.
- Cheekbone Beauty Clean beauty with Indigenous roots.
- Drowsy Ceramics Quirky and full of personality.
- Harlow Skin Co Slow skincare for nurturing ceremonies.
- Kid Sister Small batch skincare that feels like self-care.
- Made by Erin C Small batch ceramics made with love.
- Mala Cozy candles with the best scents.
- Maria Ida Glass-blown, functional art.
- Rashelle Innovative and nostalgic textiles and objects.
- Ripple and Rise - Illustrations inspired by nature.
- Taylor Moon Ceramics Art for your inner child.
- Things from Gardens Floral arrangements that feel like magic.
- Zavi Ceramics Handmade with warmth and character.
More than ever, supporting local and independent creators feels like a little act of hope. These brands are proof that creativity keeps going, even when everything else feels up in the air. If you’re trying to shop small, slow, and with intention, these are some great brands to back.