The Ultimate Guide to Canadian-Made Household Products: Buy Local, Support Canadian Businesses
With tariffs and trade tensions rising between Canada and the U.S., it’s more important than ever to support Canadian businesses. Even though there has been a trade war, we as Canadians should take this opportunity to learn more about Canadian brands, items, and companies that we can support to strengthen our economy. By choosing Canadian-made household products, we keep money within our economy, support local jobs, and ensure high-quality goods that are manufactured with strict safety and environmental standards. Whether it’s groceries, cleaning supplies, home improvement materials, or personal care products, this guide will help you find everything you need to buy local and support Canadian companies.
Shopping Tips for Buying Canadian
Check Labels – Look for ‘Made in Canada’ or ‘Product of Canada’ to ensure you’re supporting Canadian manufacturers.
Support Local Markets – Farmers’ markets and specialty grocers often carry locally sourced goods.
Use Canadian Online Retailers – Websites like Well.ca and BuyCanadianFirst.ca specialize in Canadian-made products.
Be Aware of Multinational Ownership – Some brands may seem Canadian but are owned by international corporations.
Stay Informed on Tariffs – The Canadian government has released a list of U.S. products that are now subject to a 25% tariff as of February 4, 2025. Check the official list here to see which items might be affected.
Canadian Retailers to Support
Dollarama – A Canadian discount store offering household essentials at affordable prices.
Canadian Tire – Offers home, auto, outdoor, and kitchen products, with many Canadian-made items.
Metro – A grocery store chain that carries a variety of Canadian-made foods.
Sobeys – Another major grocery retailer that supports Canadian brands.
Giant Tiger – A discount retailer that stocks Canadian-made groceries and household goods.
TSC Stores (Peavey Mart) – Canadian farm, home, and hardware store.
Lee Valley – A high-quality Canadian retailer specializing in tools and home improvement supplies.
Home Hardware – Canadian-owned home improvement and construction supply retailer.
RONA – A home improvement and hardware chain with Canadian roots.
Canadian-Made Grocery & Fresh Food Products
Dairy Products
Saputo – Cheese and dairy products
Black Diamond – Cheddar and specialty cheeses
Armstrong – Aged and shredded cheeses
Tre Stelle – Italian-style cheeses
Agropur – Dairy cooperative producing milk, cheese, and yogurt
Astro – Yogurt and probiotic dairy products
Liberté – Organic and natural yogurts
Lactantia – Butter, cream, and milk
Natrel – Dairy and plant-based alternatives
Gay Lea – Butter, whipped cream, and cottage cheese
Fresh Meat & Seafood
Maple Leaf Foods – Canadian meat products (bacon, sausages, ham, deli meats)
Burns Meats – Canadian-made hot dogs, bacon, and ham
Olymel – Poultry and pork producer
West Coast Select – Canadian seafood brand
True North Seafood – Atlantic Canadian seafood producer
Fresh Produce
Nature Fresh Farms – Canadian-grown tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers
BC Tree Fruits – Canadian apples, cherries, pears, and stone fruits
Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers – Canadian-grown greenhouse vegetables
Quebec Wild Blueberries – Sustainably harvested wild blueberries
Peak of the Market – Fresh produce from Manitoba farmers
Canadian-Made Household Products
Personal Care & Hygiene
Green Beaver – Natural personal care (toothpaste, deodorants, shampoos, lotions)
Rocky Mountain Soap Company – Handmade natural soaps, body care, and skincare
Live Clean – Eco-friendly hair and body care products
joni. – Organic, sustainable feminine hygiene products
Aisle (formerly Lunapads) – Reusable cloth pads and period underwear
Only – Organic cotton pads, tampons, and reusable tampon applicators
Tree Hugger Cloth Pads – Cloth menstrual pads and PFAS-tested period underwear
Aleva Naturals – Canadian-made baby wipes and skincare
Cleaning & Paper Products
Cascades – Recycled and eco-friendly paper products (toilet paper, paper towels)
Kruger Products (Cashmere, Purex, Scotties) – Canadian-made tissue products
Nature Clean – Eco-friendly dish and laundry detergents
AspenClean – Non-toxic household cleaners
Nellie’s & The Laundry Tarts – Natural, scent-infused laundry detergents
Pet Food & Supplies
Acana & Orijen (Champion Petfoods) – Premium pet food made in Alberta
GO! & NOW Fresh (Petcurean) – Canadian-made pet food
FirstMate – Canadian-made dog and cat food
Home & Bedding
Endy & Douglas Mattresses – Canadian-made memory foam mattresses
ObusForme – Orthopedic pillows and back supports
Au Lit Fine Linens – Luxury Canadian bedding
Milk Jar Candle Co. – Handmade soy candles from Alberta
Home Improvement & Hardware
CGC Inc. – Canadian drywall and wallboard products
Roxul (Rockwool) – Stone wool insulation made in Canada
Jeld-Wen Canada & All Weather Windows – Canadian window and door manufacturers
Para Paints & Beauti-Tone – Canadian-made paints and finishes
Garant – Canadian-made gardening tools and snow shovels
Richelieu Hardware – Canadian-made hinges, knobs, and hardware parts
Mastercraft – Private-label Canadian tool brand
Luminus & Dals Lighting – Canadian-made LED light bulbs and fixtures
Premier Tech – Canadian soil, fertilizers, and garden products
Napoleon BBQs – High-end Canadian-made BBQs and grills
Why Buying Canadian Matters
Buying Canadian-made products isn’t just about avoiding tariffs—it’s about supporting local jobs, reducing environmental impact, and ensuring high-quality goods. By choosing Canadian groceries, household essentials, and home improvement materials, we strengthen our economy and promote sustainability.
Next time you’re shopping, check labels, choose Canadian brands, and share this list to help others make informed buying decisions. Let’s support Canadian businesses together! 🇨🇦
