KID ICARUS
Read moreKid Icarus is a small store in the spirit of the bohemian neighborhood of Kensington Market. You can buy art supplies, postcards, posters, puzzles, fabric bags, candles, handmade soaps, jewelry, etc., most of them created by local or foreign artists. Prints are the great specialty of the store. The place also houses a workshop in the back of the store, which allows her to manufacture the products of her house line. Online store as well.
CRAFT ONTARIO SHOP
Read moreThis West Queen West boutique is the place to go for gifts made in Canada. More than 200 Canadian artists and artisans are represented here, in mediums and fields as varied as jewelry, ready-to-wear, woodworking, ceramics, sculpture and glass. A part of the store is dedicated to First Nations and Inuit arts in order to support the aboriginal culture in Toronto. The perfect address to bring back an authentic souvenir. Online store as well.
THE MADE IN NOVA SCOTIA STORE
Read moreThis charming boutique represents over 250 artists, artisans and producers in New Scotland. It's a real cavern of Ali Baba, ranging from deco to utilitarian, to memories of all kinds and fashion. Of course, tartan (this typically Scottish wool fabric) is a beautiful place in every possible decay.
ARTPOP
Read moreArtpop is a great little shop where you can find a jumble of postcards, magnets, posters but also t-shirts, caps, jewellery and decorative accessories in homage to the beautiful metropolis of Montreal. André, the owner, works exclusively with young local artists, photographers and creators who tell their story about their city and give the shop an almost familiar charm. If you're like us, you'll want to buy everything! So needless to say, to bring back a souvenir "made in Montreal", it is definitely here that you have to come.
MARCHÉ SAINT LAURENT
Read moreThe small sign outside announces the color of the place: cafes and objects. And that's exactly what it is! A charming place to enjoy a Montreal-roasted coffee and local pastries, while shopping for the best souvenir. There are vintage, designer and artisanal items. The only watchword: Quebec, its culture, its history, its emblems. We love the items of the house brand, especially those with Quebec expressions that make you smile every time. To be discovered!
MAGASIN GÉNÉRAL LAMBERT GRATTON
Read moreThe shop with its colourful front promises many discoveries for those who venture there. Here, the watchword is "made in Québec". Scandinavian-inspired vintage furniture, lovingly knitted mittens, tonics and pomegranates to perfume cocktails, Montreal soft drinks, handcrafted soaps, travel bags and dishes... The inventory renews itself as the master of the house finds something new! It's best to check it out regularly.
TORONTO DESIGNERS MARKET
Read moreIn a brand new space in the chic Yorkville district, some twenty emerging artists and entrepreneurs exhibit their creations, which vary from month to month and season to season. You'll find furniture, utilitarian or decorative items, clothing and accessories, body products, gourmet products, artworks and more. A great place to encourage local emerging artists and artisans, while bringing home a "made in Toronto" souvenir.
BLUE BANANA MARKET
Read moreLocated in the heart of Kensington Market for more than 15 years, this ultra-famous boutique spreads over two floors and offers a wide range of gifts of all kinds. Whether you're looking for a design object, a piece of jewelry, a gadget, a souvenir for your family, you'll find everything at a very reasonable price. In addition, most of the items sold in the store are created by local artists. An Ali Baba's cave from which you NEVER leave empty-handed. Online store as well.
SOUVENIR
Read moreDespite the shop's name, Souvenir is not a traditional souvenir shop. Instead, you'll find designer objects, works of art and many small things at varying prices. The owners gather here the works of emerging artists and designers, not to mention the house brand, in this space that serves as both a showroom and a boutique. Some vintage items or brought back from all over the world as well. A great address for anyone interested in new trends in contemporary design.
KITSCH À L'OS... OU PAS
Read moreLiliane and Daniel's family shop is a veritable Ali Baba's cave. The countless retro (or not!) treasures are unearthed and carefully arranged in each of the eight thematic rooms of this former home, which now resembles more like a well-stocked museum. This pretty mess might impress some visitors, but the adventure is definitely worth it. It's a timeless place where one likes to come back to admire the collection, which is renewed according to the owners' discoveries. Perfect for a gift.
ARTS MARKET
Three stores where artists and craftsmen take turns in small stalls to ...Read more
BUK & NOLA
Read moreA world of pretty little things opens up to those who push open the charming pink door of Buk & Nola, as you stroll down Rue Laurier. Colorful cushions, scented candles, stationery, clutches of all sizes, designer jewelry... you're almost sure to find what you're looking for, whether for yourself or as a gift. A dedicated children's area has everything you need for unforgettable festivities (garlands, decorations, confetti, gifts, etc.). A fine selection of original postcards to send or display at home.
CHARLOTTE
Read moreIsland textile designer Pascale Perron offers a wide range of in-house collections made from new and/or recycled materials. You'll find clothing and accessories for both adults and children, bags and saddlebags, jewelry, stationery and decorative items for the home. And it's all handmade for unique, original creations! The many stalls scattered around the house are also stocked with body care products, gourmet treats and more. A great boutique!
TWIST CRÉATIONS & MÉTIERS D'ART
Read moreThis boutique in downtown Chicoutimi is a veritable Ali Baba's cave of creations and crafts. You will find beautiful jewelry, but also clothing and accessories, children's items, various decorative items, personal care products and other finds, all "made in Canada" and carefully selected by the boutique's team to encourage the local economy. Another branch in Jonquière in the Arvida sector.
ARTICLE 721
For new or vintage products made locally, Article 721 is at the top! ...Read more
LE MOULE À SUCRE
Read moreLocated on a very rural site, this Mansard-style four-sided barn serves as a general store. You'll find a wide selection of local and imported products, a candy store, arts and crafts from Quebec and other countries (decoration, cooking, clothing, accessories, etc.), vintage items and more. This is a must-see address to bring back gourmet and/or artisanal souvenirs from your stay in Quebec. However, plan a good time to go around all the stalls...