What’s better than going to Canada? Bringing Canada home with you.
So if you’re travelling to the Great White North this year, but haven’t a clue which souvenirs best represent Canadian life, check out these truly authentic, 100% Canadian souvenirs that will make the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
- Maple Syrup
Canadian Souvenirs Maple Syrup
Maple syrup, maple butter, maple cookies and maple candy – bring home anything made with Canadian maple and you’ll have yourself a winner.
As the epitome of Canadian culture, it is no surprise that maple syrup is ranked the number one Canadian souvenir, so be sure to add it to the top of your shopping list.
- Insta-Snow
Canadian Souvenirs instant snow
We’re not called The Great White North for nothing! Bring back some of your very own snow and prolong the Canadian experience for as long as possible.
- Screech
A classic of Newfoundland this traditional rum will leave you kissing the fish.
- Molson Canadian and Crown Royal
Canadian Souvenirs Crown Royal Maple
Two things Canadians know how to do: Whiskey and beer. Stronger and better than our southern neighbours’, you can pick up both at any liquor store in the country. (And if you want to be super patriotic, add some Crown Royal Maple to the list.)
- Cows T-Shirts
Canadian Souvenirs Cows Ice Cream
Too many puns, so little time! Cow’s Ice Cream is a famous summer treat for all Maritimers and their hilarious clothing is even more so. A great representation of the East Coast, you’ll be “udderly” satisfied with this purchase.
- Canadian food
Canadian Souvenirs Canadian food
Our best-kept secrets are really too delicious not to share!
Pick up some authentically Canadian foods, including Lays Ketchup Chips, Smarties, Nanaimo Bars, Kraft Dinner, Clodhoppers, Coffee Crisp, Crispy Crunch, Purdys Chocolates, St. Albert’s Cheese Curds, Beaver Tails, Maritime lobster, Jos Louis and Laura Secord Chocolates. Then be sure to wash it all down with some Cream Soda or Tim Horton’s Coffee.
- Anne of Green Gables
Possibly the most famous Canadian book series of all time, there’s not a Hoser alive who doesn’t know Anne of Green Gables. It’s even been recently re-vamped for a Netflix series under the name “Anne with an E,” so you can enjoy her tales in both paperback and on the big screen.
- Bob and Doug McKenzie and Trailer Park Boys
Bob and Doug MckenzieTrailer Park Boys
Two of the most Canadian shows in existence, Bob, Doug and the Boys are true Canadian ambassadors. So pick up a DVD box-set or grab yourself some fun merchandise to really “put two turnips in heat!”
- Hockey Jersey and Mini Sticks
Hockey is our game. We breed the best players and have perfected the game for decades.
So if you’re hitting up an NHL game (and we definitely think you should!), it’s only fitting you support the home team with a Canadian hockey jersey. And if you want to keep the fun going at home, try battling it out with some mini sticks.
- Stuffed Moose and Beaver
Canadian Souvenirs Mountie Moose and Beaver
Our two Canadian friends, the Moose and the Beaver, are both awkwardly majestic animals in their own right. And especially when dressed in Canadian Mountie attire, they make the perfect gift for family and friends abroad.
- Roots, Lululemon and East Coast Lifestyle
Canadian Souvenirs Lululemon
Lululemon to the West, East Coast Lifestyle to the East and Roots falling somewhere in between. These clothing brands are extremely popular in our beloved country and are ones you’ll only be able to authenticate right here.
- Tim Hortons
Canadian Souvenirs Tim Hortons
No other country consumes more donuts than Canada, and we’ve made the most perfect coffee to go alongside them. We are extremely proud of our Timmies, so do as the Canadians do and pick yourself up a mug, coffee blend or decorative ornament when you stop at Tim Hortons for some timbits.
- Toonies and Loonies
Toonies and loonies
People call it “funny money,” for a reason! Our cash and coins are truly unique, so if you have any leftover “toonies” and “loonies” from your trip, bring them back to your homeland and impart some Canadian hilarity to your friends.
- Inukshuks
Inukshuk
An Inuit custom, these man-made stone monuments were historically built to let European settlers know that the Native American people were here first.
A true part of Canadian heritage, this is definitely the most cultural souvenir of the bunch and is a great way to let your people know you were here, too.
- Canadian Flag Pins
Canadian Souvenirs Canadian Flag Pins
Americans so badly wish they were Canadian, they often wear these pins when they travel abroad. And really, who can blame them? We have been voted as having the best reputation in the world for three years running.
So if you want to get in on the action and ensure you’re treated like royalty when you travel, wear your Canadian pin proudly and see what a difference it can truly make.
Because being Canadian is pretty, freakin’ awesome, eh?