As tempting as it is to jump on Amazon and surf the web for toys, it’s just as easy to pop on here instead and support a local Canadian maker, neighbour, friend, creative. These creators take pride in their made in Canada toys, by bringing you the best of their best.
Use the Table Of Contents to scroll right to your home province or scroll through the entire list to see toys available from across Canada.
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CANADIAN TOY STORES
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ALBERTA TOYS
Hoa Crochet
- Detailed, unique and beautiful crochet toys from Hoa Crochet based in Edmonton, AB
Jacobs Wooden Toys
- Handmade unique wooden toys from family-run business Jacobs Wooden Toys based in Sedgewick, AB
Little Design is a local Calgary shop creating handmade wooden toys that are super trendy and hand painted with non-toxic paint to keep your little ones safe.
BRITISH COLUMBIA TOYS
Wool Food
No more plastic food for your kids to suck on – check out this deliciously fun, handmade felt option from Delta, British Columbia. Natural, strong, high-quality and resistant to pilling, this sustainable option is safe for children and is absolutely adorable.
MANITOBA TOYS
Erlenmeyer Designs
Founded by chemistry teacher, Roby, Erlenmeyer Designs (based in Winnipeg), creates unique science-inspired wooden toys. We love this chemistry set wooden puzzle.
The Craft Peg
CraftPeg based in Winnipeg, MB creates extraordinary custom wooden name puzzles. With so many themes to choose from, you’re bound to find one that perfectly suits your child’s name and personality.
NEW BRUNSWICK TOYS
Purposeful Play
Purposeful Play based in Fredericton, NB was created by Aimee, a creative mother of one who was looking for more Montessori, open-ended toys. Each of her adorable wood toys is handmade in her workshop. Our personal favourites are the stacking rings and wood toaster.
NOVA SCOTIA TOYS
Toy Maker Of Lunenburg
Toy Maker Of Lunenburg, based in Lunenburg NS, is one of Canada’s original makers of high quality wooden toys. They have toys for all ages (including adults!).
Little Blue Canoe
This Lake Paul, Nova Scotia based online boutique is the destination for all things Canadian made. They have an amazing selection of quality gifts for all ages including kids toys like wooden memory games, wooden map puzzles and these cute toys from Silly Goose Canada.
NUNAVUT TOYS
POLAR PEN PAL
ONTARIO MADE TOYS
My Gifted Education
My Gifted Education is a wonderful made in Canada wooden toy store based in Ontario. Their toy collection includes Montessori-inspired toys like geometric blocks, alphabet games, balancing stacks and sensory kits for kids. These Canadian toys are not only educational but they’d make a thoughtful and practical gift idea.
Bubee Toys
Bubee Toys is a local Ottawa business making beautiful wooden rainbows and other open ended toys. We love that their toys are all made in Canada and come in lots of great colours.
Noble Wooden Toys Canada
Noble Wooden Toys based in Prince Edward, ON creates large open-ended wood toys. Here you’ll find handmade wooden play kitchens, wood balance beams, climbing sets and so much more. This shop is definitely one of our top picks for Ontario toy stores.
Arbour And Anchor
Arbour and Anchor is a local Toronto shop that has a great collection of handmade wooden toys and puzzles made by a husband-wife team. From wood dinosaurs to rainbow stackers to name puzzles, if you’re looking for a great wooden toy for your little one, you’ll be sure to find it here.
Campbell’s Custom Carvings
Campbell’s Custom Carvings, based in Glencoe ON, creates some of our favourite wooden toys. Their unique toys are high quality, safe, and are all handmade in Ontario.
Plywood Eh
Plywood Eh is a local Toronto business that offers Montessori kids’ wooden furniture and more. Inspired by Scandinavian and mid-century modern designs, their toys, play structures and shelves make a trendy, fun, and practical addition to any playroom.
Monimon
Adorable handmade toys to the rescue! Made carefully in Burlington, Ontario, these knit and crocheted toys, blankets and kids room decor are simply to die for. Choose your favourite animal and give the gift of adorably handmade to your little one – just because you can.
Sweet Peas Baby
This subscription and gift box company from Burlington, Ontario is the perfect way to relax and enjoy Canadian products as a family. Not only do they offer boxes designed to grow with your little ones throughout their first few years, they also have a boutique where you can purchase individual items like this made in Canada wooden doll set.
Aksana One Of A Kind
This Ottawa, Ontario maker creates unique handcrafted decor pieces from recycled wood, perfect for both cute decor and unique kid’s toys. Their toy house wooden blocks are great for open-ended play. They’re even finished with chalkboard paint to further your children’s creativity. When they’re not being played with, these handmade houses make a great accent piece for your child’s room.
PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND TOYS
LanaCa Toys
LanaCa Toys is an online shop offering handmade toys and dolls based in Stratford, PEI. After creating clothes and accessories for her child’s dolls, owner Lana fell in love with the magic of toy making. The attention to detail is evident in these stuffed dolls and animals that have a uniquely Maritime flair.
QUEBEC MADE TOYS
Saperlipopette
Saperlipopette makes amazing wooden toys in Quebec. Their toys are bright and colourful and help stimulate creativity and imaginative play. They offer free shipping on orders of $59+.
The Wooly Canvas
The Wooly Canvas based in Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC creates handmade wands, dolls, and crowns as well as adorable macrame rainbows. Each toy is hand-sewn by owner, Gillian, and thoughtfully created for small hands with big imaginations.
Le Trusquin Boutique
Le Trusquin Boutique is a local Quebec business based in Sainte-Marie. They make a wide variety of wooden toys but our personal favourite is this awesome truck with removable wooden blocks shown below.
Kimboo Toys
Kimboo Toys based in Montreal, QC was inspired by the desire to keep young children off screens and involved in more interactive play. Their indoor climbing and playsets help develop muscle strength and coordination as well as imagination. Each set is already assembled so all you have to do is take it out of the box and start playing!
SASKATCHEWAN MADE TOYS
NATZ Baby Shop
Natz Baby Shop based in Moose Jaw, SK was started by Danielle, a mother of 4. Frustrated by her inability to find unique baby toys for her children, she began making her own. Now, with the help of her daughter, Nevaeh, she creates adorable, handmade, and one-of-a-kind cloth dolls.
HBM Crochet
HBM Crochet based in Regina, SK stands for Handmade by Megs. Her vibrant and fun crocheted stuffed animals are made to order and make the perfect gift for any little ones in your life.
YUKON MADE TOYS
Lulu & Bear Crochet
Lulu and Bear Crochet based in Yukon Territory, brings you handmade, crocheted bunnies and lambs. They also offer crocheted easter garlands with bunnies or eggs.
So, let’s fill those toy boxes with made in Canada toys and support Canadian makers and business owners. We’ll continue to update this list as we discover more awesome Canadian made toys.
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