Can you really “master” mustard making? Husband-and-wife duo Sabine and Michael Schoenknecht think so! Through Atlantic Mustard Mill, they grow and locally source all their ingredients on their solar-powered homestead farm, creating the most unique mustard flavour combinations – like curry, stout and wild blueberry – to suit just about any taste, mood or meal. Consider us converted!

We can safely say that Peterborough, Ontario’s a River of Yarn will leave you in stiches – quite literally. Browse luxury yarns, tools, accessories and patterns guaranteed to fill your creative crocheting and knitting cup!

When you want to indulge in a little self-care, leave it to the bees! The husband-and-wife duo behind CCBee’s Natural Products handcraft their entire luxurious collection of skin, bath and body products using all-natural oils, as well as beeswax and honey from their own apiary.

Chandler Honey, from small town Scandia, Alberta, has been in the beekeeping business for generations. They infuse their signature white, creamy honey with several mouth-watering flavours—like real vanilla bean, apples and orange zest. The end results? Decadent, rich…and unforgettable.

Halifax-based Cheerfetti puts together curated, themed gift boxes that make for cheerful birthday, housewarming, or holiday gifts. They’re even perfect for someone that’s in need of cheering up! Expect a great mix of Canadian-made treats, gift items and more in every box.

Established by two music-loving brothers in Ottawa, Compact Music has been delighting ears and putting a grove in your moves for over 40 years. Whether you’re looking for a brand new album, 50’s vintage, metal or musical soundtracks—they have everything for music lovers!

There’s simply no excuse for your pooch to not be styled to the nines. Dog Gone Gear is a one-woman operation creating handmade, custom-sized bowties, bandanas and collars. You’ll find a sizeable selection of cute, playful designs on their site – and even a few dog-centric sweaters and shirts for humans, too!

Your daily ritual, with consciousness. Elevate your self-care routine into a luxurious aromatherapy ritual that nurtures your wellbeing while preserving our planet’s resources. Every small-batch formula combines clean, potent ingredients with captivating natural scents!

If you’re craving art that speaks to you on a different level, then check out Josiah Galleries now. This Winnipeg-based artist turns Canadian cities, neighbourhood scenes, Prairie landscapes and spiritual themes into lively, vibrant and playful prints. Custom pieces can even be had on commission!

Unleash your True North Pride and shop a massive selection of exclusively Canadian-made products! Eh 2 Zed have pulled together over 30 suppliers from across the country, making it easy to buy Canadian. Those aren’t tears – patriotism is just leaking from our eyes.

Founded by Japanese-Canadian artist Saya Oiwa, Foonie produces whimsical, warm greeting cards, art prints and tote bags inspired by the wonders of nature and the simple-but-beautiful things in life. A brilliant way to share pure cuteness in card form with anyone on your gift-giving list!

Founders David O’Connor and Sarah Wilcox visited dozens of plantations across Asia and steeped themselves (pun intended) in the rich culture of artisan tea making. With that wealth of knowledge, they started Genuine Tea and now bring delicious, traditional flavours—like oolong, lemongrass, and jasmine green—to your mug.

Floem’s (think “flora” and “poem,”) team of pickers scour Quebec and Labrador’s boreal forests to hand-harvest precious herbs for their bold, complex tea infusions. For an excellent introduction pick up Floem’s Discovery Set, which serves up flavour blends like spicy apple and meadowsweet and aronia and alder.

Whether the people on your list find themselves in the middle of good times, bad times…or strange times, Gift Smack has the exact right box for them. Pick from an impressive list of ready-to-ship, themed boxes for all budgets, or create your own unique gift using Gift Smack’s awesome box builder tool!

Being a mere genius is so passe these days. Especially when you could be a “ginius” instead! Now, you can get your hands on all the tools and hand-picked ingredients you need to create totally unique homemade gin blends. A perfect treat for the budding master distiller or mixologist on your list.

These proud Prince Edward Islanders hand-make all their dainty and modern jewellery with simply gorgeous materials – including freshwater pearls, semi-precious stones and sterling silver. Browse their collection of elegant, stackable bracelets, stunning necklaces and rings that’ll add style to any ensemble for just about every occasion!

Their mission is to bring happiness and mindfulness to the masses, and they’re doing exactly that with their Connect Deck and Connect Deck 2.0 card games. They’re filled with conversation-provoking questions that range from fun and playful to deep and philosophical. An evening of getting to know one another is guaranteed to be had!

This husband-and-wife team have created a sizeable lineup of titanium earrings that are fun, fancy – and hypoallergenic. Just-Ti is an excellent (and Canadian-made) alternative for all the earring aficionados tired of dealing with allergic reactions to their mixed-metal studs and hoops!

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It’s totally fair to call Just the Tea true believers in the transformative power of a great cuppa. Not only do their organic and thoughtfully sourced blends elevate your tea-drinking experience, they also bring wellness benefits with every sip!

Ah, walks…one of the most sacred times of bonding between human and pup! And Parker & Co. is out to make those daily walks just that much more special. That’s why they supply everything from luxury, Canadian-made dog leashes and collars to cozy apparel, drinkware and accessories for humans.

There’s no mystery here. No hidden meaning. This gift box is all about candy… gummy candies, to be exact. La Boite à Bonbons packs freshness, quality and a tons of flavour variety into each box prepared by their small, Montreal-based team. Long story short: this is sugary paradise for anyone on your list with a sweet tooth!

Headquartered in Calgary, AB, Local Laundry offers proudly Canadian made (and comfy) clothing that’s focused on building up communities. Not only are Local Laundry’s clothes made to last, but the company also gives back to local organizations and helps support Canadian manufacturing jobs. Sounds like the right fit for us!

Some hot sauces are all burn and zero taste. Which…doesn’t exactly add much to a meal. Lost in the Sauce is out to change all that with sauces that deliver unforgettable flavours with plenty of kick to spare. Start your sauce odyssey with their signature Malaysian Sambal chili sauce. Or – for serious scotch bonnet and habanero heat – go with the Trinidadian-inspired OG Boodoo pepper sauce.

Looking for something cozy and stylish? Meraki Movement is a family-owned business offering handmade products designed in Canada and ethically sourced from makers in Ecuador. A great place to start is with their luxury alpaca throws – which are full of soul and available in an array of funky patterns and colours.

We just love it when an outfit comes together! And sometimes, it’s about finding that perfect, thoughtfully designed accessory. Which is exactly what you’ll find in spades at Mili Jewelry. Pieces like the Emma bracelet or Inara earrings are prime examples of their delicate and charming design aesthetic.

Sister act, Mais and Inaas (Last name) Kiryakos , are proud to call Ottawa’s ByWard Market home. Noticing the lack of independent shops that focused on fashion, Milk Shop was born to offer trendy and affordable clothing, jewelry, and accessories for the hippest of shoppers. Milk is one of Ottawa’s go-to shopping destinations!

Milly and Me Handcrafted Pet Products started life as a home-based business and has grown to offer a selection of hand-crafted cat and dog treats, stylish bandanas and natural paw balm. Milly and Me’s treats are baked in small batches free of artificial chemicals or fillers. Instead, they use locally sourced veggies and herbs from their own gardens in Cariboo, B.C.

Have a friend that’s no stranger to spicier flavours? Monster Sauce may be right up their alley! Their Monster Crunch Chili Crisp delivers just the right amount of bite, along with a bouquet of garlicky, roast-y and savoury flavour. We’ve tried it on everything from eggs to pizza and never had a bad time—ever.

Sure – you could spend a lifetime pursuing happiness…or you could save time and check out Muffle Up. Their proudly-handmade-in-Canada slippers are created using soft n’ cozy Merino wool, reclaimed leather soles and repurposed sheep’s fur lining. All that adds up to a cozy and stylish treat for your feet…and soul!

Neighbourhood Coffee is made with the world’s finest beans, and handcrafted into blends to delight even the most discriminating coffee lover. They pride themselves on being local in every aspect, from roasting to the illustrations on their bags, which feature artists living in the GTA.

The old-school art of embroidery is making a big comeback. And Nest Embirdery has your beginner embroiderer needs covered! They offer a series of kits containing all your essential supplies and instructions so you can create detailed patterns that would make your great grandmother nod solemnly in approval.

Herbalists and aroma therapists by trade, Osha Mae harnesses the power of plants and scents to create soaps and self-care products that not only soothe skin but relax the spirit. You won’t find any synthetic chemicals here, either. Everything is made from organic botanicals, roots and plant oils foraged from their land on the Nova Scotia coast.

Journaling is one of the most powerful—and intensely personal—experiences around. So, why keep a catalogue of your innermost thoughts and experiences in some notebook you bought at the corner store? Go instead with a completely custom-made and hand-bound journal from Paste-n-Paper. Your writerly soul will thank us later!

Bid adieu and a fond farewell to the old-school plastic wrap! Periwinkle Design creates ultra-colourful, eco-friendly, zero-waste lifestyle products, including beeswax food wraps and bags and “unpaper” towels that you simply wash, roll-up and reuse.

Sock Rocket has a noble mission: Supply high-quality socks with off-the-charts charm. Check out their huge range of fun n’ funky designs, or get a custom pair created! You can even send your favourite footwear fashionista head-over-heels with a Sock of the Month Club subscription. And for every fresh pair you purchase, Sock Rocket will donate three pairs to people in need.

If you’re into simple, natural skincare – and who isn’t? – this Winnipeg-based brand is a fantastic find. They use clean ingredients, think pure butters and essential oils in creating their small-batch blams, mists and salves. Perfect for all your everyday self-care rituals.

Slow Stories delivers your thrifting fix in one specially curated box at a time. You decide on your mood, colour palette and general vibe, then Slow Stories assembles a box containing vintage homewares, jewellry and accessories that all cohesively fit together. And of course – each piece comes with a tale of its own to discover!

Daily life is filled with more than enough hustle and hubbub. SoulStoked provides the tools to help you take a beat and yourself back into alignment. From handcrafted gemstone bracelets and mala necklaces, to online breathwork sessions, this is self-care that helps nourish and heal mind, body and soul.

Everyone has a special place they call home, where they first fell in love, or even had a memorable adventure. Sadie and June offer a collection of simple but striking hand-stitched red hearts on vintage maps. They’re a powerful, personalized way to celebrate the places and people you hold dear.

The secret to great-tasting cocktails? Top-notch mixes. Split Tree Cocktail Co. offers a full lineup of mouthwatering cordials, tonics and other mixes made from all-natural ingredients. This season, set the mixologist on your list up with a Split Tree cocktail and soda mix kit.

This is the type of jewelry that’s brimming with personality and, dare we say, true romance! You’ll fall in love with Chelsea Studio’s ultra-dainty necklaces, rings and bracelets that incorporate pressed flowers and colourful gemstones.

QUEST XO Chocolate is a local, female-owned small batch chocolate company serving up playful, handcrafted creations and workshops you won’t find anywhere else. From hand-painted chocolate art to charcuterie boards, tasting sessions, and edible painting parties, everything they do is bold, memorable, and made to be talked about long after.

What smells remind you most of Canada? Is it the crisp mountain air of the Rockies? A warm Prairie summer? Perhaps it’s an Atlantic Coastal breeze? Stop and Smell the Candles has found a way to capture all those Canada-rific scents in their hand-poured, small batch, soy wax candles. One of our favourites is the Algonquin Campfire candle.

This Winnipeg maker creates soulful, handcrafted sterling silver and bronze jewelry. Think vintage-inspired lockets, talismans, and other everyday pieces that feel like newly-discovered treasures from another, more glamourous era.

Make a day that much more decadent for a special someone with fresh-baked cookies from Sweet Flour. Their elegant gift boxes, trays and—yep—towers—come with a dizzying array of flavours, from your standard sugar and gingerbread, to ooey gooey peppermint buttercream! Send us one! For science.

Fact: Alpacas produce the softest, cuddliest wool on the planet. This Briston, Ontario-based alpaca farm creates luxurious knitted mittens, scarves, cozy socks and even toddler booties. Plus – if you’re ever in the area, you can sign up for one of their yoga classes with live alpacas!

Looking for your next unique and though-provoking read? Well, shake a paw and check out the Spaniel’s Tale! It’s a queer-owned, independent bookstore that offers a curated smorgasbord of contemporary fiction, non-fiction, children’s books, games, cards and other whimsical gifts.

Pure, glorious decadence in food form! Tamara Dates takes soft, premium dates and turns them into luxurious, beautifully packaged gourmet treats. Picture this: silky Belgian chocolate on the outside with Knafeh (a traditional Arab pastry dessert) and pure pistachio butter filling. Start with their Signature Date set, indulge and enjoy!

When you have that unmistakable craving for sweet, gooey goodness, where do you go? Who do you call? Without sounding too obvious…you seek out The Butter Tart Lady. Her butter tarts feature a trademark ultra-flaky crust and an all-butter “liquid gold” sauce that causes reactions like happiness and bliss. We highly recommend ordering up some tarts…for science, of course.

These handcrafted wood pieces from Wood & Grain Winnipeg truly blur the line between “practical kitchenwares” and “art objects to be oohed and aahed over.” Gorgeous charcuterie boards, butcher blocks, keepsake boxes, urns and more are lovingly made from wood species sourced from all over the globe – and meant to be displayed!

U-main’s cheese making kits provide all the ingredients and clear instructions to have you paneer-ing and mascarpone-ing like a pro in no time!

If a sun-drenched beach getaway isn’t in your near future, Una Beauty has your back! Founded in PEI by professional makeup artist and mom-of-three Aimee Dow, Una Beauty’s signature product is their all-natural Sun Water tanning mist – which gives you radiant, sun-kissed colour while nourishing and protecting skin. How’s that for a glow-up?

What if you could access a whole new dimension of rice crispie treats—far beyond your nostalgic dreams? The Whimsical Crispie make some of the most wonderfully over the top treats we’ve laid eyes on. Check out the Proudly Canadian Maple crispie, for starters—and then dive into the Chocolate Overload. Trust us—this is the way.