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To mark Canada Day, we’re revisiting our most patriotic pieces—from locally made design guides to Ontario getaway picks and award-winning homegrown talent

Canada Day is the perfect excuse to lean into what makes our local design scene so distinct. To celebrate, we’ve compiled a meta-roundup—featuring some of our favourite past stories that spotlight Canadian makers, destinations, and creative voices.

Whether you’re hunting for homegrown furniture and lighting, plotting an Ontario escape, or just in the mood to revisit the work of our 2025 Best in Design Awards, these roundups are a reminder that design excellence lives right here at home.

Shop Canadian furniture - Canada US Tariffs
Shop Canadian furniture - Canada US Tariffs

The Made in Canada Furniture Guide

A curated look at furniture that’s designed and built right here at home—no imports required.

Is basketball Canadian?
Is basketball Canadian?

Photo courtesy of Province of Canada.

The Best in Canadian Fashion, Home and Wellness

These brands prove that Canadian cool goes well beyond maple syrup and mountaintops.

Nortehaus Getaway in Ontario - travel in Canada
Nortehaus Getaway in Ontario - travel in Canada

The Ontario Getaways That Beat Going Stateside

Who needs customs when these close-to-home escapes offer serious vacation energy?

Alpenglow Projects - Lambert & Fils - Canadian Made lighting
Alpenglow Projects - Lambert & Fils - Canadian Made lighting

The Made in Canada Lighting Guide

Shining a light on local designers who are redefining the natural glow.

Celebrating Local Design Excellence

With our 2026 competition launching in less than a week, take a look back at the winners of our inaugural Best in Design Awards—showcasing local talent, bold innovation, and unmistakably Canadian creativity.

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The East End neighbourhood is more than just a place for families to buy homes—spend a day discovering all of the dining and design options Leslieville has to offer

Known for its plentiful cafes, vintage shops and red brick semis, Leslieville is a great place to walk around for the day. Use this itinerary to hop from hidden gem restaurants to design destinations, starting and ending on Gerrard Street East. From a cult-favourite sourdough pizza spot to a gallery filled with Canadian artists and a place to pause for a mindfulness moment—consider this your guide to the perfect walkable loop of the ‘ville.

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