Common Goods

09/19/2026

Surreal to be featured in Toronto Life this week as one of 3 websites making it easier to buy Canadian!

Local Laundry — Canadian-made garments Hissing Mink

09/17/2026

Thanks Toronto Life for including us!

Elbows up, wallets open

09/14/2026

It's been a crazy few weeks! Welcome to our new followers! Here's the backstory on our recent press in case you missed this week's newsletter. Now, back to packing orders 😅🇨🇦

SUMMER 2026 We're having a moment, thanks to you Two weeks ago, CBC called with 1.5 hours' notice asking if we could be on the National News that afternoon. I said yes, scrambled, and somehow made it work. Business Insider and AM800 Windsor covered us too. Three different outlets, three different au...

03/26/2026

We might be in the Spring of Deception, but Canadians are still getting outside, walking our pups, riding our bikes, and refreshing our homes with the promise of summer around the corner.

Shop new spring collections - where every brand is Canadian owned. 🍁 Link in bio

12/17/2025

Procrastinator's Paradise: Gift Boxes That Still Arrive on Time 🎁

Running out of time? We've got you covered.

Order by tomorrow and your gift boxes will arrive before Christmas with express shipping. These aren't just any gift boxes—they're curated collections from Canada's best small businesses, wrapped and ready to impress.

Here's what makes them perfect for procrastinators:

Express shipping available - arrives before Dec 25th if you order by December 18th.
Beautifully packaged - no wrapping needed
Supporting 30+ Canadian-owned businesses - feel good about where your money goes
70% minority-owned brands - your purchase makes a real impact

Shop the Gift Boxes: Oh Canada! Gather & Toast, Game On! & Cozy Night In
https://commongoods.ca/collections/build-your-own-holiday-gift-box

Not sure what to get? Grab a gift card instead.

Give them the gift of shopping Canadian—they can choose from our entire marketplace of Canadian-made goods whenever they're ready.

https://commongoods.ca/products/common-goods-gift-card

Don't let the clock run out. Order by tomorrow and still be the hero this Christmas.

Val
Founder, Common Goods

P.S. Express shipping is the only way to guarantee delivery before Christmas. Don't wait!

12/10/2025

Another flood of spectacular Canadian brands have joined Common Goods this week, bringing tons of unique and thoughtful choices for gifting this holiday season. Here are some ideas from our most recent additions.

❄️ Holiday Finds From New Brand Partners

For Fireside Fun

Modern puzzles designed by women artists from across Canada. Villager Puzzles sees hobbies as a form of self-care and are on a mission to help you rediscover downtime. Each design features beautiful, original artwork — and every artist earns royalties from every puzzle sold. So when you choose Villager, you’re not just supporting a Canadian small business, you’re helping Canadian women artists do what they love and make a living from it.

https://commongoods.ca/products/villager-puzzles-cottage-country-500-piece-puzzle-for-adults-designed-in-canada-by-nicolle-lalonde-8002661351477

For The Globetrotter

Cork Push Pin travel maps designed to help travellers share their stories. Made in Calgary, Alberta, using sustainable Portuguese cork and Canadian spruce, each map is laser-cut with our signature 3D effect and black edge detail. Whether you're tracking adventures, planning bucket list destinations, or creating a meaningful gift, these maps become the canvas for your wanderlust.

Wanderlust Maps' Cork & Wood 3D World Pin Map, $152.99

https://commongoods.ca/products/wanderlust-maps-cork-and-wood-3d-world-pin-map-36-x-20-labelled-8004652630069

For Afternoon Tea

From traditional all butter shortbread to gluten-free, Mary Macleod's Shortbread offers various flavours such as: Classic, Dutch Chocolate, Chocolate Crunch and Maple Crunch. The maple crunch is made with Quebec maple sugar. Our signature cookie jars, tins and decorative boxes make the perfect gift option.

Shortbread, Medium Gift Box, $28

https://commongoods.ca/products/mary-macleods-shortbread-shopify-collective-medium-gift-box-of-cookies-8002043805749

For The Caffeinated Commuter

Unique Boho glassware, cups & tumblers with original illustrations and reusable bags. All hand-decorated in Quebec. MÖMY Boutique's tumblers are BPA-free plastic, we have glass straws, and our glass cups have bamboo wood lids. Their candles are natural soy wax and reusable bags are organic cotton.

40oz Insulated Cup - Spring Dachshunds, $39.99

https://commongoods.ca/products/mmyboutique-40oz-insulated-cup-spring-dachshunds-8002026799157

For The Snacker

TO Popcorn Co. has been serving the city, and the rest of Canada, an elevated snacking experience with its small-batch gourmet popcorn. With a wide array of flavours rivalled only by our beloved city’s diversity, Toronto Popcorn has indeed revived the humble corn with a twist of its own. Toronto Popcorn -- It’s Not Your Random Popcorn!

Classic Caramel & Cheddar Popcorn, 6 cups for $10.95

https://commongoods.ca/products/toronto-popcorn-company-classic-caramel-and-cheddar-popcorn-mix-8002663776309

🎁 Not Sure What To Choose? Gift Box It!

https://commongoods.ca/collections/build-your-own-holiday-gift-box

Holiday Shipping Guide - Gift Boxes:

Place your Gift Box order by the cutoff dates below to receive delivery before Christmas.

STANDARD SHIPPING: Order by Dec 14th

EXPRESS SHIPPING: Order by Dec 18th

Stay warm out there,

Val & the Common Goods Team

12/09/2025

🎁 5 Gifts You Haven't Seen Anywhere Else

Dozens of Canadian brands have been joining Common Goods each week, bringing an embarrassment of choice for gifting this holiday season. Here are some ideas for gifting those hard-to-buy-for people in your life.

❄️ Holiday Finds From New Brand Partners

Ye with aches and pains
Founded by biologist Sonia Kalra, Naturemary is a Canadian, award-winning wellness brand dedicated to developing high-performance, plant-based solutions for pain relief, skincare, and overall wellness.

https://commongoods.ca/products/naturemary-recovery-pain-relief-stick-8001033109557

They're hot but approachable 🌶️

That's Wicked Smart's SOCA hot sauce, $10.99.

Born in Trinidad and raised in Canada, Ifoma Smart grew up in kitchens where pepper sauce wasn’t just a condiment — it was a way of life.

Wicked Smart Hot Sauce honours that legacy, blending authentic techniques with fresh, local Canadian ingredients to create sauces that deliver serious flavour, balanced heat, and a true taste of home.

https://commongoods.ca/products/wicked-smart-hot-sauce-inc-soca-7998402592821

They're always chilly ❄️

Woolove is proud to bring you premium Merino Wool baselayers at affordable prices. 100% Merino Wool is Thermoregulating, Versatile, Durable, Antimicrobial, Mashine Washable, Wrinkle Fee, No Itch, and UV Protection. For anything from cycling and hiking to fishing, hunting, or skiing, we’ve got you covered with the most versatile items in your wardrobe. Woolove offers merino wool layers for men and women in sizes XS to 2XL.

https://commongoods.ca/products/woolove-apparel-womens-100-merino-wool-base-layer-long-sleeve-crew-neck-shirt-190-gsm-7998753439797

Four Legged Friends 🐶

Made with pet-safe ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax, this salve from Everkind creates a breathable barrier against salt, ice, heat, and rough terrain; while moisturizing and healing with every swipe. Lavender offers a calming touch, making it perfect for post-walk wind-downs or pre-snow prep.

https://commongoods.ca/products/everkind-puppy-paw-salve-7998755962933

Forget Tea Not

Never drink lukewarm tea or coffee again. Tease has levelled up their Smart Heated Mug Kit 2.0 for busy people who have high (temperature) standards and good taste while combining multi-functional, innovative design. When the heating coaster is not in use you can charge your wireless devices.

https://commongoods.ca/products/tease-tea-inspired-wellness-and-beauty-smart-heated-mug-kit-20-with-wireless-charger-8001582104629

Free shipping over $140 🇨🇦, Canada-wide.

Val & the Common Goods Team

12/05/2025

GIVEAWAY TIME ✨We’re kicking off our holiday giveaway series with our Cozy Night In Gift Box ($90+ value) - everything you need for the ultimate self care evening.

TO ENTER:
1. Follow .ca
2. Tag 3 friends in the comments
3. Like this post

BONUS ENTRIES: Follow the tagged brands (1 extra entry each) and/or share this post to your story for an extra chance to win!

Contest closes Dec 13. Winner will be announced here and via DM. Open to Canadian residents only. Good luck! 🇨🇦💙

Stay tuned- more gift box giveaways coming soon.

12/04/2025

Our Best Selling Gift This Season...

🎁 Quick update on our holiday gift boxes

Cosy Night In has become our bestselling product. Turns out everyone knows someone who needs a night in with a candle, a hot drink, and zero plans.

Shop Cozy Night In
https://commongoods.ca/products/cozy-night-in

Game On is close behind. It features a murder mystery card game, which says something about our customers that we're choosing not to examine too closely... 🔪

Shop Game On!
https://commongoods.ca/products/game-on

Build Your Own Box!

We're also seeing people ship boxes directly to friends across Canada and build their own custom gift boxes from our BYOB section. I keep checking what you all put together and it genuinely makes my day. (Shoutout to Katie on our team who insisted you'd want this option - she was right.)

https://commongoods.ca/collections/build-your-own-holiday-gift-box

If you've been waiting to order, now's a good time. Pre-orders begin shipping November 27th and we'll soon be coming up on holiday shipping deadlines.

Whether you're treating yourself or checking names off your list, we've made it easy to give gifts that feel special.

Happy shopping! 🍁

Val & the Common Goods Team

12/03/2025

First snow = time for real Canadian winter gear!

❄️ Woke up to snow this week?
Yeah, us too.

If you're still wearing that "winter" coat designed for mild climates, it's time to upgrade to something actually built for Canadian winters.

We've partnered with northern Sun, Alpine North, and Mackage - all Canadian-owned brands that understand what -30°C actually feels like.

From your morning commute to spontaneous weekend getaways, Northern Sun creates versatile, eco-conscious outerwear that fits seamlessly into your life. Because when it comes to living in Canada, your gear should be as adaptable as you are.

🇨🇦 Meet The Brands

Northern Sun

From your morning commute to spontaneous weekend getaways, Northern Sun creates versatile, eco-conscious outerwear that fits seamlessly into your life. Because when it comes to living in Canada, your gear should be as adaptable as you are.

https://commongoods.ca/collections/vendors?q=northern+Sun

Alpine North

Alpine North began with a question — why should staying warm mean compromising on style or values? We set out to make coats that could handle real winters, feel amazing, and reflect what we stand for: sustainability, inclusivity, and enduring design. Inspired by life in the North, we create outerwear made to last, made to love, and made responsibly.

https://commongoods.ca/collections/vendors?q=Alpine+North+CA

Mackage

Specialists in all-season protection outerwear since 1999, Mackage merges the finest, most responsible leathers, down and wools with luxury-forward design.

Make no mistake, their parkas are an investment - one that will last for decades in style.

https://commongoods.ca/collections/vendors?q=Mackage

Extended sizes available. Ships across Canada. Free shipping over $140 🇨🇦

Stay warm out there,

Val & the Common Goods Team