Proudly Canadian Supporting Other Canadians

[Donald - my hero]

As we slowly emerge from our small bubbles and begin to move out into our new normal I think we need to focus on how we can all help each other out. How can we help get our economy moving again? How can we deal with the cabin fever we're all suffering from while keeping up with our fight to contain COVID-19? I'll try to organize this thread so that the first page can be a reference guide. Please join in and help us support each other!

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I know there are lots of people chomping at the bit to get back to Disney, that's a given based on this platform but sadly that's not a real viable option at the moment. I don't want to start a discussion over when that will be possible, there are other threads that are dealing with that. I think it would be helpful if we could share ways to get the Loonie moving again.

Have you found any Made in Canada products that you didn't know existed before? Why not share with everyone here?!
Have you discovered or already know of any Canadian based businesses that you think should be supported? Why not let others know about them?
Do you know of a local eatery that really needs the support instead of a national/international chain? Why not give them a shout out here?
Do you have any suggestion for stay-cation ideas in your area/province? Why not let others know so they can plan trips?

 

[Donald - my hero]

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[Donald - my hero]

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[Donald - my hero]

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This graphic came from a great website Food Bloggers of Canada They have complied a list of local eateries within each province, good starting point!

 

[Donald - my hero]

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[Donald - my hero]

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[bababear_50]

Here is my small list

Once a week visit to
The Apple Factory
fresh fruits/vegetables and the best baked goods!
10024 Mississauga Rd, Brampton, ON L7A 0B8
https://applefactory.com/
Canadian Made furniture
All Things Cedar
2510 5 Ave N, Lethbridge, AB T1H 0E9
I bought a outdoor Gardener's Potting table,,free delivery.
http://www.allthingscedar.ca/
Giant Tiger
Grocery/Household items
https://www.gianttiger.com/category...MIm5Snxaeb6gIVyEXVCh3tXgO2EAAYASAAEgL-TPD_BwEI buy a lot of my paper products here and also my cotton t shirts.

Entertainment
#5 Drive In
2332 Ninth Line, Oakville, ON L6H 7G9
http://premiertheatres.ca/5drivein
Handstone Furniture
at Fine Oak things

https://fineoakthings.com/handstone-furniture-milton/https://fineoakthings.com/about-us/
Hugs
Mel

 

[bcwife76]

With alllll the extra hand washing I discovered Rocky Mountain Soap Co out of AB. They are a bit pricey but their soaps are quiet luxurious, locally made and smell amazing!!
https://www.rockymountainsoap.com/

 

[pigletto]

My sister in law ordered me some tea from Murchies for Christmas one year and I fell in love. I order it from the west coast a few times a year now. Proudly Canadian company for over 125 years.

https://www.murchies.com/store/fine-tea/features/125-years-of-tea.html

 

[bcwife76]

Rogers Chocolates, a Victoria BC institution! When we visit the Island I HAVE to go to their flagship store in downtown Victoria. They have since opened up a few stores including at least one here in the Vancouver area (West Van) so I can get my fix from that store if I don't want to order online. Their Victoria creams.....perfection!!!
https://www.rogerschocolates.com/

 

[samsteele]

Rocky Mountain Soap Co out of AB

Great company and great products. I found them in Banff 24 yrs ago when they were a store front. Last year, purchased online some of their stick body butter for carry on flight travel. We will travel again. Agree with OP that its $ but very good quality.

 

[FigmentSpark]

I'd just love to be able to travel to the next province woithout having to do a quarantine. I want to... actually need to visit my parents. They aren't doing well. At the same time, I'm afraid of bringing any bugs with me on the plane.

So, I'm hoping to support Air Canada at least once this summer.

Oh, also, if you're in the market for honey, go to your farmer's market, not your supermarket. Get the real stuff I like Dutchman's honey. Or, if your Costco carries it, the Peace River honey is wonderful.

 

[bababear_50]

I recommend this place for Honey & Honey products

https://www.beelocal416.ca/online-store/Lip Balm is awesome.


****Ok this is my secret place,,,just don't make it too busy people,,,please!***
It just feels like coming home,,,so sad that Amazon opened up just down the street,
I used to go for wagon rides with my dad here.
http://www.alferriandsons.ca/


Hugs
Mel

 

[22Tink]

With alllll the extra hand washing I discovered Rocky Mountain Soap Co out of AB. They are a bit pricey but their soaps are quiet luxurious, locally made and smell amazing!!
https://www.rockymountainsoap.com/

Thanks for this!! I’m definitely going to try some of these products.

 

[Jaimetropmickey]

As soon as the Ottawa region moves to stage 3, Calypso waterpark will open! It is a beautiful park that feels like a vacation. Bring on the heat!!!

https://www.calypsopark.com/en/

 

[kuhltiffany]

My new favourite tea, made in Atlantic Canada: https://kingcoletea.ca

My wood furniture from Cambridge: https://cgsolidwoodfurniture.com

 

[uandmfan]

Kushies baby gear
Cleck car seats

Soaps, cleaning products, deodorant, skin care, sun screen (natural products)
Live clean
Green Beaver
Attitude

 

[starvenger]

I've used Kinesys sunscreens for a while now. They use a non-aerosol spray, and it feels like it absorbs better than your traditional sunscreens. They also have a reef-safe mineral sunscreen. You know, for when we can fly outside the country and visit places with reefs.

Bonus - they sell Kinesys at MEC.

 

[22Tink]

I've used Kinesys sunscreens for a while now. They use a non-aerosol spray, and it feels like it absorbs better than your traditional sunscreens. They also have a reef-safe mineral sunscreen. You know, for when we can fly outside the country and visit places with reefs.

Bonus - they sell Kinesys at MEC.

We love Kinesys. We used to get it from Costco but they’ve quit carrying it at our store. We managed to find some online from Costco last year but it’s good to know MEC has it too.

 

[vegs1]

I've used Kinesys sunscreens for a while now. They use a non-aerosol spray, and it feels like it absorbs better than your traditional sunscreens. They also have a reef-safe mineral sunscreen. You know, for when we can fly outside the country and visit places with reefs.

Bonus - they sell Kinesys at MEC.

Costco sells it online.