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Proudly Canadian: My Favourite Canadian Products🍁
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items I know this is a huge topic in Canada right now. As many Canadians, I spent a while rummaging through my cupboards to see where everything is made. I was surprised to see how much stuff I was buying that is a Canadian item. I wanted to share this lis...
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Baked Goods and Cookies
Bread
Breakfast
Coffee and Tea
Dairy, Dairy Alternatives, and Eggs
Drinks
Baked Goods and Cookies
Along with bread, O’Doughs makes a damn good muffin. They’re vegan and gluten free, but they taste just like a regular muffins. I love the double chocolate ones and they go great with an afternoon tea or coffee.
O'Doughs Gluten Free Double Chocolate Muffin - Instacart
Yes, Nature’s Flair muffins are vegan BUT you can’t even tell. They don’t skimp on flavour. I’ve had so many different kinds, from the carrot to chocolate chip, and they all taste incredible. Even if you don’t care for plant based, I still recommend ...
Nature's Flair Berry & Banana Mini Muffins (336 g) Delivery or ...
Another phenomenal flavour by Nature’s Flair. They do not disappoint 👌
Nature's Flair Orange Maple Muffins (330 g) Delivery or Pickup Near ...
These are a staple at my parents place. They’re perfect for dunking in tea and coffee and for making a round of s’mores. I remember eating these one day and actually looking at them and I thought to myself, hey isn’t that Quebec on the cookie?! And t...
Leclerc Célébration Celebration Milk Chocolate Butter Cake
This is as Canadian as it gets. Leclerc makes a great maple cookie. I don’t eat a lot of pre packaged cookies, but these steal my heart away every time. They’re absolutely delicious and capture the true essence of Canada.
Leclerc Célébration Maple Cream Cookies - Instacart
Free Yumm makes great tasting products that are allergen friendly. This is another product where I could easily eat 1000 boxes. The cookies are soft and chewy and bursting with flavour.
FreeYumm Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie
The Wild Blueberry Muffins by O’Doughs are also delectable. They make a great afternoon snack with a tea or coffee. You could also just eat one for breakfast if you really wanted to.
O'Doughs Muffins, Wild Blueberry
The double chocolate cookies by Freeyumm are another delectable flavour. All of their products taste amazing. They're allergen friendly and school friendly.
FREEYUMM Double Chocolate, 154 GR
Bread
Little Northern Bakehouse makes a delicious loaf of bread. The first one I tried was the Sweet Hawaiian Loaf and it was delicious just like that. I’d eat it with butter because it was that good.
Little Northern Bakehouse Sweet Bread (539 g) Delivery or Pickup ...
O’Doughs makes awesome bagels. The everything bagels are my personal favourite. They’re gluten free, vegan, and freeze really well. I’m impressed with how far food has come, especially specialty items for dietary restrictions. These taste awesome!!
O'Doughs Everything Bagel Thins (300 g) Delivery ... - Instacart
If you’re looking for a great all purpose bread, Little Northern Bakehouse makes a great white bread. Use it for sandwiches or dipping in soup. You won’t believe it’s gluten free. It’s so good!
Little Northern Bakehouse Gluten Free, White Wide Slice Bread
Promise is another one of my favourite brands. Their breads taste incredible, you wouldn’t even believe it’s gluten free. They have a few different kinds, but I really like the soft white loaf for sandwiches or dipping in soup.
Promise Gluten Free Soft White Loaf Bread - Instacart
Silver Hills is one of my favourite regular bread brands. They produce a sprouted wheat bread, which is a healthier choice than other conventional breads. Silver Hills uses the best ingredients and every loaf tastes like perfection.
Silver Hills Bakery Sprouted Grain The Big 16
Breakfast
One Degree items are pretty much in my cart during every shopping trip. The rolled oats are an essential. You can make a delicious bowl of oatmeal, use them for energy bites, or throw them in your next latest baking creation. One Degree rolled oats a...
ONE Degree Sprouted Organic Rolled Oats, 680g
I can hear my entire friend group rolling their eyes because of how much I bring up Love Crunch granola by Natures Path. The chocolate and berry one is my personal favourite. It’s great on its own, with oatmeal, or mixed in yogurt. It contains much l...
Love Crunch Organic Dark Chocolate Granola
If you prefer a sweet and salty start to the day, try the Love Crunch granola in chocolate peanut butter. Add it to yogurt, oatmeal, or just eat it as is because there shouldn’t be rules at breakfast.
Love Crunch Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola
Flourish Pancakes are another item that I’m constantly raving about. The mixes are made with monk fruit extract and all you need is water or milk to complete the mix. They taste incredible and give you a good handful of protein in the AM. Eat them as...
Flourish Protein Pancake & Waffle Mix 430g
Nothing beats 100% pure maple syrup from Canada. Or as I like to call it, Canadian juice. I love the Irresistibles brand because it's affordable and a jug lasts quite a while. I switch it up between the dark maple syrup and the amber. Each has it's o...
Irresistables Robust Dark Maple Syrup - Instacart
The Nature's Path Honey Corn Flakes are one of my favourite breakfast cereals. Nature's Path makes great breakfast items that are lower in sugar as compared to other conventional items.
Nature's Path Organic Honey'd Corn Flakes Cereal Eco Pack
Oatbox makes good granola with Canadian oats. They’re lower in sugar as compared to other granolas but don’t skimp on flavour. I love mixing it in a nice bowl of oatmeal or yogurt.
Oatbox Dark Chocolate Fusion Granola
This granola is absolutely divine. It’s sweet, indulgent, and delicious it is. Oatbox has amazing products using Canadian oats. They’re 100% amazing and the perfect addition to oatmeal and yogurt.
Oatbox Granola Salted Caramel (300 g) Delivery or ... - Instacart
Coffee and Tea
I just recently raved about the Loon Call Breakfast Blend by Muskoka Roastery Coffee Co. on my Instagram. This is honestly some top tier stuff and makes me proud to be a Canadian. Also, the packaging is just adorable. It’s smooth, it’s well balanced,...
Muskoka Roastery Loon Call Breakfast Blend
I discovered Tealish last year when my usual tea was sold out. They provide high quality and delicious bagged teas. Try the Almond Cookie Tea for a sweet indulgence.
Tealish Organic Almond Cookie Tea Sachets
The Earl Grey Cream is one of the best Earl Grey teas I’ve ever had. I know some tea connoisseurs tend to stray away from bagged tea, but I promise you, Tealish does not disappoint.
Tealish Organic Earl Grey Cream Tea Bags
There used to be a Timothy’s World Coffee in my city and I was beyond upset when they got rid of it. I was obsessed with the place and told everyone about it. The closest Timothy’s is now almost 2 hours away. These kcups are the next best thing and t...
Timothy's Breakfast Blend K-Cups 96 Count
Both affordable and delicious, Van Houtte makes an incredible cup of Joe. It’s the best way to wake up in the morning. I love the medium roast house blend because you can’t go wrong.
Van Houtte Original House Blend Coffee, 340g
Iced coffee lovers! Try the brew over ice Kcups by Van Houtte. They come in a small handful of flavours and are great for a summertime (or wintertime) iced coffee. It’s flavourful and delicious and brews in minutes.
Van Houtte Brew Over Ice Black K-Cup Pods
Maple is THE quintessential Canadian flavour. Have a taste of Muskoka with this incredible maple coffee from Muskoka Roastery Coffee Co.
Muskoka Roastery Muskoka Maple Ground Coffee
I find that flavoured coffees are hit and miss. Zavida really hits the nail on the head with the hazelnut vanilla coffee. I received a giant bag of this for my birthday the one year and was hooked ever since.
Zаνìdа Наzеlոսt Vanilla Whole Bean Coffee
I love David’s Tea. The Buddha’s Blend is one of my favourites. It’s a white tea so it does give you some much needed caffeine. The tea is a beautiful blend of fruity floral goodness.
Buddha's Blend Tea
I rarely drink herbal tea, because I need constant caffeine, but I do have a soft spot for David’s Tea Just Peachy. It’s great on its own, as an iced tea, or mixed with a green tea bag. Add in some honey, or lemon, or just drink it plain. It’s delici...
DAVIDsTEA Just Peachy Herbal Tea - Instacart
When shopping for green tea, I prefer Sencha. It’s a Japanese style green tea and it’s great quality. This is another winner from Tealish.
Tealish Organic Sencha Green Tea Sachets
Balzacs was always one of my favourite Saturday afternoon cafes. While I don’t go there as much anymore, I’ll settle for this. Balzacs makes quality coffee you’ll be sure to fall in love with.
Balzac’s Blend Ground Coffee 300G, Dark Roast
Dairy, Dairy Alternatives, and Eggs
Daiya makes some incredible dairy free products. I was really surprised when I tried the cheese shreds. They taste really good and they’re pretty close to actual cheese. While it is almost impossible to exactly replicate the ooey gooey goodness of ch...
Daiya Dairy Free Cutting Board Cheddar Flavour Vegan Cheese ...
I was craving pizza one day and this was on sale, so I decided to grab it. It’s so good and it’s a great alternative for anyone who has dietary restrictions. It’s dairy free and it tastes pretty close to the goodness of a real cheese pizza. Try not t...
Daiya Cheeze Lover's Pizza (444 g) Delivery or Pickup Near Me
Black Diamond is a Canadian company who makes an awesome range of products. A brick of marble cheese always finds its way into my shopping cart. It’s so versatile. I use it for Mac and cheese, cheese and crackers, grilled cheese, ahhh the possibiliti...
Black Diamond Cheese Marble (400 g) Delivery or ... - Instacart
Natrel Milk is Canadian! It’s fine filtered and fresh tasting every time. I love that during the holidays, they will dress up the packaging and put Santa clause or something festive on it.
Natrel Fine Filtered 2% (2 L) Delivery or Pickup Near Me
Lactantia makes great butter as well. Use the unsalted as a spread, for cooking, or to make a delectable batch of cookies.
Unsalted Butter (454 g) Delivery or Pickup Near Me - Instacart
I know pasture raised eggs are the best, but when I can't get my hands on those, I love Burnbrae Farms Naturegg Solar Free Range Eggs. They still have a pretty decent yolk and they taste awesome. (FYI the darker the yolk, the healthier the chicken.)
Burnbrae Farms Naturegg Solar Free Range Eggs - Instacart
Lactantia is another perfect example of quality Canadian Dairy. I buy the lactose free variety a lot because I find it’s easier on the tummy and it makes my skin breakout less.
Lactantia Lactose Free Partly Skimmed Milk, 2% - Instacart
Drinks
Tonica is one of my favourite kombucha brands, hands down. If you’ve never tried kombucha, now is the time. It’s great for gut health and it comes in a huge range of flavours. I love the blue lemonade one and it’s really refreshing in the summertime.
Tonica Blue Lemonade (355 ml) Delivery or Pickup Near Me
Greenhouse also makes a stellar kombucha. The lime one tastes exactly like a delicious limeade. They’re refreshing and amazing for gut health. I highly recommend everyone give this a go.
Greenhouse Lime Herbal Kombucha Juice (340 ml) Delivery or ...
Cove Soda is a probiotic soda that’s great if you’re trying to incorporate healthier choices. I’ve had a range of flavours so far, and I’ve been a fan of all of them. A lot of people like the Ice Pop flavour for the nostalgic feels.
Cove Soda
Frozen Delights
I’ve been a long time fan of Pinty’s products. They deliver quality food that tastes amazing! While I don’t eat a lot of frozen foods, I do love a good chicken strip from time to time and Pinty’s hits the spot.
Delivery or Pickup Near Me - Instacart
If you have dietary restrictions, Pinty’s has an awesome gluten free line. You will fall in love with their products too!
Pinty's Gluten Free Breaded Chicken Nugget - Instacart
Nature's Path is always my go to for quick, frozen waffles. They're sweetened with pear juice and are a healthier choice compared to other conventional waffles. The homestyle waffles taste incredible and are a regular staple at my breakfast table.
Nature's Path Homestyle Waffles (210 g) Delivery or ... - Instacart
Granola Bars and Other “To Go” Snacks
These are a new add to my snack collection. Sun Rye Good Bites are delicious! They’re soft and chocolatey and perfect for a quick snack. I love that they’re sweetened with dates and apple juice concentrate. Good Bites are a great pick for anyone with...
SunRype Minis Brownie Chocolate (27 g) Delivery or Pickup ...
Prana makes an incredible line of grab and go snacks that are nutritious and delicious. I have a soft spot for the birthday cake granola bar but the berry one is great too. This variety pack ensures you’ll never get bored. They’re kid friendly too so...
Prana Biologique Granola Variety Pack, 24x24g
While I may not be able to travel to Machu Pichu, I can at least eat their nut mix. Prana has great nut mixes offering a variety of nuts and other flavours. These are great for a quick snack, especially when you’re on the go.
Prana Machu Pichu Organic Trail Mix 150g
I will forever rave about Freeyumm products. They’re allergen friendly but taste absolutely incredible. I love their range of granola bars. They’re the perfect size for a quick snack and they taste delicious. Your kids will love them too.
Free Yumm Honey Apple Soft Baked Oat Bars
The Blueberry Bars by FreeYumm are a must try. Soft, chewy, and packed with flavour.
Free Yumm Blueberry Bar (135 g) Delivery or Pickup Near Me ...
Health and Wellness
I can’t stand the taste of Halls, so I was extremely happy to find Honibe Lozenges. They come in a bunch of different flavours, and they all taste great! This is an essential for the dreaded cold and flu season. Some even contain menthol, which is re...
Honibe Honey Lozenges Lemon
Kick cold and flu season in the butt with Deep Immune by St. Francis Herb Farm. This is available in capsules or a liquid. You take it twice a day with a bit of water on an empty stomach. It helps build your immune system so you can fight all winter ...
Deep Immune® Original Tincture 100 mL
Gotta love those school germs. St. Francis Deep Immune also comes for kids. It’s a great immune booster that will help little ones fight off bugs. Every parent knows schools are a breeding ground for bacteria. Try to keep the sick days to a minimum w...
St Francis Deep Immune® For Kids - 100 ml
Kids Corner
Nola Baking Co. makes some great bars for both adults and kids. These taste awesome! They’re sweetened with dates and are definitely a healthier choice than other conventional bars.
Nola Baking Co. Sesame Street Boost Bars Chocolate Brownie
The Apple Cinnamon Boost Bars by Nola Baking Co. are another phenomenal healthy choice. Even as an adult, these are incredible.
Nola Baking Co. Sesame Street Boost Bars Apple Cinnamon
Enjoy Nola Baking Co. Power Pancakes! They’re gluten free, no sugar added, and plant based so all kiddos can enjoy.
Delivery or Pickup Near Me - Instacart
The Power Pancakes also come in original if you don’t wish to try the chocolate. Nola Baking Co. makes great products for kids that taste great, are healthy, and free of refined sugars. They’re a great choice!
Pancake Mix Original Delivery or Pickup Near Me - Instacart
The Fruit and Veggie Oatbars by Baby Gourmet are another great, healthy choice for kids. They’re made up of natural ingredients and don’t contain any refined sugars. They’re sweetened with dates and are absolutely delicious.
Baby Gourmet Apple Blueberry Beet Bars - Instacart
The Strawberry Carrot bars are another popular flavour by Baby Gourmet. Feel good about what you’re feeding your kids and choose a product made with natural ingredients and free of refined sugar.
Baby Gourmet Strawberry Carrot Bars - Instacart
Neilson Milk is made from Canadian dairy cows. The French vanilla milkshakes are a wonderful treat. Creamy and delicious, it’s everything you could want.
Neilson French Vanilla Milkshake (310 ml) Delivery or Pickup ...
Bear Fruit Rolls come in a variety of flavours. They’re awesome for a quick snack or in lunches. Made with 100% fruit, there’s no added sugars or concentrates. Rest assured you’re giving your littles a great, healthy product.
BEAR Fruit Rolls, Strawberry, 5x2 Rolls
For a taste of childhood, grab some strawberry milk courtesy of Neilson. You can also blend this up with some ice cream to make an awesome milkshake. Don’t forget the whipped cream and cherry!
1% Strawberry Milk (1 L) Delivery or Pickup Near Me - Instacart
Who can resist the adorable packaging by Nature's Path EnviroKidz cereal. The brand always strives to use natural ingredients and it's lower in sugar when compared to others.
Nature's Path EnviroKidz Organic Choco Chimps Cereal
Natures Path makes great cereals for kids. The Leapin Lemurs is a chocolate peanut butter delight. The cereals are also lower in sugar compared to over brands, so you can feel good about what you feed your little ones.
EnviroKidz Organic Leapin' Lemurs Cereal
Pantry Staples including Condiments, Sauces, and Spreads
Dainty has always been my favourite rice brand. I love the long grain and wild rice blend. It adds a nice flavour to certain dishes. They offer a variety of different rices too for different types of cuisines.
Dainty Long Grain & Wild Rice Blend - Instacart
Basmati rice has a very distinct flavour. It’s my go to choice for butter chicken. Basmati rice can also be used in soups, stews, or other rice dishes when you want to add a bit of a nutty flavour.
Dainty Basmati Rice (900 g) Delivery or Pickup Near Me
Embark on a baking adventure courtesy of Redpath. Or use it to add sweetness to coffee, tea, and other drinks.
Redpath Sugar Granulated Sugar (2 kg) Delivery or ... - Instacart
Anything by Good Food For Good always ends up in my pantry. I love the coconut curry sauce. It's awesome on chicken and paired with broccoli, basmati rice, and Naan bread. If you want a super vegan meal, you can use it on chickpeas. It's Keto, Whole ...
Good Food For Good Organic Coconut Curry Sauce
I'm a huge fan of the Good Food For Good Ketchup. It's sweetened with dates, so you're still getting that delicious sweet tomato flavour as you do with other ketchups. The brand uses clean ingredients and it's a high quality product.
Good Food For Good Ketchup
Nuts To You Nut Butter is another brand I'm constantly raving about. Their products are just 100% nuts. That's it. No added sugars, or oils, or other garbage. Just 100% pure goodness, which is why I adore them so much. I've tried every one of their b...
Nuts to You Organic Smooth Almond Butter
Crofter's comes in a variety of different flavours. They have the perfect amount of sweetness and are one of my favourite jams.
Crofter's Organic Strawberry Premium Spread
Nuts to You Nut Butter also makes a great peanut butter. I've tried pretty much all of their products at this point and they always deliver. Peanut butter is awesome for energy bites, baking, or just spreading on some toast.
Nuts to You Peanut Butter Smooth, 750g
If you have a nut allergy, or are looking for a school safe option, the Sunflower Seed Butter is a fantastic alternative.
Nuts to You Smooth Sunflower Seed Butter
I've been a huge fan of Freeyumm products for many years. They make high quality, great tasting items, and are allergen friendly.
FREEYUMM Himalayan Salt Crackers, 120 GR
Nothing beats a good jar of local honey. I love grabbing Glen Roy Honey to support local farmers in the area. It tastes great and is much healthier than processed honey at the store. If you're lucky, sometimes you can find this at Metro or other high...
Glen Roy Honey Pure Liquid Honey - Instacart
Salty Snacks
The popcorn by Purplesful Snacking is beyond delicious! The ancient grain popcorn is made from purple popcorn, which is a healthier choice. The business is female founded and family run who do their part in giving back to the community.
Purplesful Sea Salt Snacking Popcorn - Instacart
I’m a huge fan of Hardbite chips. They’re crunchy and made with quality ingredients. Once you try Hardbite, you won’t go back to any other chip.
Hardbite All Natural Potato Chips, 5.2 oz
I know chips aren’t the healthiest, but These are probably one of the best you can find. Say goodbye to seed oils because Hardbite uses avocado oil. It’s refreshing to see. Hardbite makes crunchy chips with top tier ingredients. You won’t regret givi...
Hardbite Black Sea Salt Avocado Oil, 128g