Are the tariffs making you feel uneasy? We hear you. The road ahead for Canadians will be challenging- not just for families but for businesses, too. For many Canadian brands, it will likely mean higher prices, squeezed margins, and tough decisions ahead.

But there is a silver lining: Now is a great time to root for Canadian companies. Why?

• You’re not just buying a product, you’re investing in local jobs and businesses.

• You’re making a positive impact by putting dollars into strengthening our economy rather than sending them overseas.

• You’re making choices that align with your values, promoting quality, sustainability, and innovation.

Many of these baby companies are founded by parents, just like you. And as parents ourselves, we work hard to earn your trust, recognizing the importance of investing in products that work well, day in and day out.

We’d like to shout out some of the talented, top-notch baby brands that combine quality, innovation, and style. The brands listed below are not exhaustive (in fact, do let us know if we have missed anyone!) but we hope this helps you feel better prepared in your parenting journey.

Storkcraft Baby Furniture and Cribs
Storkcraft has been celebrated for its high-quality, safe, and innovative designs since 1945. They offer a wide range of products including cribs, changing tables, and dressers. Their furniture is designed to grow with your child, making for a practical, long-term investment. Plus, Storkcraft has earned numerous awards for design and safety, making it a trusted choice for parents.

Shop Storkcraft

Clek Car Seats
Clek emerged from a desire to create car seats that excel in not only in safety, but also in comfort and style. Based in Ontario, all of their products designed and manufactured in Canada, meeting the highest safety standards, and helping you protect what matters most.

Shop Clek

Enya Mond Diaper Bags
Based in Toronto, Canada, Enya Mond designs stylish, vegan leather diaper bags and clutches, with a mission to help mothers stay true to their unique style. They boast a range of chic, neutral colours, as well as a generous storage capacity, making for highly practical, yet stylish accessories.

Shop Enya Mond

Nest Designs Sleepwear
Nest Designs blends quality sleepwear with timeless aesthetics, and are based in Vancouver, BC. Made from nature’s softest and most soothing materials such as sustainable bamboo and GOTS-certified organic cotton, they help keep your little one’s temperature stay regulated. Their fabrics are also great for your baby’s delicate skin, including babies with eczema. They also carry sleep suits, swaddles, and crib sheets.

Shop Nest Designs

Lil Helper Eco-Friendly Baby Products
Lil Helper aims to make life easier with reusable products made for the whole family. They carry eco-friendly cloth diapers and wipes, as well as durable and easy-to-clean essentials like bibs, crib sheets, and change mats. They also carry sustainable personal care products for mothers, like breast and menstrual pads.

Shop Lil Helper

Hatley Baby Clothing
Originating as a small gift shop in North Hatley, Quebec, Hatley creates adorable and durable outfits for babies and kids in playful designs and hand-illustrated prints. They make comfortable pajamas, as well as all-weather apparel like swimwear and outerwear (which can even change color in the rain!)

Shop Hatley

Loulou Lollipop
Founded in 2015 by twin sisters, Loulou Lollipop gained viral acclaim for their whimsical donut and ice cream teethers. Since their humble beginnings on Etsy, they’ve been on a mission to create a range of better, cuter, and safer products for your little one. They feature buttery-soft clothing and bedding that provide a cozy sleeping environment, as well as silicone dining utensils that combine practicality with aesthetic appeal.

Shop Loulou Lollipop

Guzzie+Guss Highchairs and Strollers
Guzzie+Guss caters to parents on the move with their innovative baby gear. Their notable designs include a Perch Hook-On Highchair, which is a highchair that can attach to various tables and counters, as well as lightweight and durable strollers.

Shop Guzzie+Guss

Stonz Baby Footwear
Canadian weather can be unpredictable, but Stonz ensures children are prepared for any conditions. Their products include weather-proof footwear and clothes, such as insulated booties for the winter, waterproof boots and suits for the rain, and UV suits to ensure your little one is protected from the sun.

Shop Stonz

Beluga Baby Wraps
Hold your little one close with Beluga Baby’s comfortable and secure baby wraps, which promote bonding and can reduce your little one from crying. Each piece is designed in Vancouver, BC, and is sourced with the most natural and sustainable fabrics on the market.

Shop Beluga Baby

Aleva Naturals
Founded by a pharmacist, and most importantly, a father, Aleva Naturals formulates skincare products that are not only soft and gentle on your baby’s skin, but also use cruelty-free and vegan ingredients. Free from any harsh toxins and chemicals, their products include diapers, wipes, and lotions that are both natural and effective.

Shop Aleva Naturals

Where can I shop for Canadian Baby Products?
Many Canadian retailers are doing the hard job of navigating this hardship for all of us. Here are a few Canadian retailers which you might like to check out:

• Well.ca

• Snuggle Bugz

• West Coast Kids 

• Boutiques Clément 

• Little Canadian

• Dear Born Baby

• The Granville Island Toy Company

Next time you're shopping, shop Canadian! By doing so, you’re not only getting products designed for your family’s needs, but also supporting local jobs and businesses like us at a crucial time.

Thank you for your support,
The Quark Baby Team