Saskatchewan
Pop in and have a chat with the affable Roy Poitras; he may just share some tales of the area's rich Métis history. The shop is 6km east of Fort Qu…
Saskatchewan
Pop in and have a chat with the affable Roy Poitras; he may just share some tales of the area's rich Métis history. The shop is 6km east of Fort Qu…
Northern BC
Stocks books and info on the area's thriving folk-music scene; the tiny cafe serves veggie soup and lunches, while the community noticeboard takes pride…
Gastown & Chinatown
A pilgrimage site for visiting tea fans, this is an authentic spot to roll in, sip some leafy concoctions and discover some delightful new flavors to take…
Toronto
Three floors of LGBT-oriented merch, sex toys and Pride Canada souvenirs. A great place to get rainbow briefs, a dildo or a Pride mug…something for…
Yellowknife
Quality leatherworks from Alberta, a few carvings, some Dene beadwork and a host of paintings by semi-local artists form the core of this store's…
Charlottetown
Enjoy some prepared island foods or peruse the cornucopia of fresh organic fruit and vegetables. The market is north of the town center, off University…
Northwest Territories
Come here to mingle with the local artisans, crafters, bakers and growers and pick up some exquisite beadwork, homemade brownies, preserves and more.
Nova Scotia
This place is more like a museum than a shop, displaying some of the most sparkling, massive and colorful minerals you're likely to see anywhere.
Halifax
This is the flagship NSLC cannabis store in Halifax; the staff are well informed, so head here if you're after advice, equipment or supplies.
Victoria
A labyrinthine Chinatown store hawking everything from paper lanterns to fake bonsai trees. It's hard not to find something to buy here.
The Laurentians
Held on Saturday mornings opposite Val-David's village church, this is the largest farmers market in the Laurentians.
British Columbia
Housed in the grand old 1909 former courthouse, this gallery has some of the best items produced by local artisans.
Yellowknife
Come here for colorful, locally designed hoodies, T-shirts, tops, hats, plaid shirts, baby bibs, buffs and more.
St John's
Head here for quirky tourist T-shirts and buttons with Newfoundland slang even locals are proud to wear.
Prince Edward Island
Shop for fragrant soaps made from goat's milk, or try some delicious goat's milk cheese or ice cream.
Saskatoon
Browse over 150 stores in this downtown mall on land that used to be Saskatoon's main train station.
Maximilian's Gold Rush Emporium
Dawson City
Has an excellent selection of regional books, periodicals, gifts, and topographical and river maps.
Winnipeg
Canada's favorite outdoor store rents gear for hiking and camping, plus kayaks, snowshoes and more.
Nova Scotia
This multipurpose venue houses a theater, a market, and a variety of cafes, restaurants and shops.
Winnipeg
Literally piles of secondhand books, collectors' comics and more; a treasure trove of literature.
Cape Breton Island
This little bookshop sells the works of local Canadian novelist Alistair MacLeod (1936–2014).
Prince Rupert
See the bounty of Rupert's vibrant creative community at this artist-run cooperative gallery.
Banff Town
Banff branch of the Canmore-based beauty company, selling natural soaps, lotions and creams.
Saskatchewan
This small-town gallery represents a range of talented Saskatchewan artists in many mediums.
Nova Scotia
Watch demonstrations in the art of pewter making, then buy wares in the attached store.
Gastown & Chinatown
An unusual juice bar–and–artisan boutique combo, this quirky Chinatown spot serves smoothies, coffees and treats at the back counter while also offering a…
Vancouver
Two things about this store are pleasingly old-fashioned: staff greet you and ask how they can help, and the items they're selling harken to a bygone age…
Halifax
The Historic Properties are a group of restored warehouse buildings on Upper Water St, built between 1800 and 1905, that have been converted into…
Vancouver
There's a highly tempting array of must-haves at this whimsical, wood-floored homewares boutique, from natural-fibre throws and sumptuous bath products to…
Vancouver
Despite the twee name, this is a five-room cooperative representing local craft vendors and artisan businesses under one roof. From sock puppets to rustic…
Fairview & South Granville
The culinary equivalent of a sex shop for food fans, this swanky deli and grocery emporium's narrow aisles are lined with international condiments, luxury…
Gastown & Chinatown
When you're desperate for a retro band T-shirt to increase your street cred, check out the huge array of vintage examples here, ranging from Nirvana to…
Vancouver
Expect to be greeted as soon as you step inside this white-walled little chocolate-shop-and-cafe combo, specializing in raw chocolate with sophisticated,…
Montréal
This elegant shopping mall is a reincarnation of the Mount Royal Hotel (1922), at the time the largest hotel in the British Empire. The 1000-room hotel…
Québec City
This wonderful little shop just inside the main entrance of the Marché du Vieux-Port sells an awe-inspiring selection of Québécois cheeses. For a notion…
Gastown & Chinatown
With an irresistible array of chichi trinkets presented in a gallery-like space, it's hard to browse without falling for something here. From tempting…