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Awesome gifts for the Dad in your life

Get the jump on these In Canada, Father’s Day is a great opportunity to do the things Dads love most. Often, that means keeping it simple, relaxing, getting outside and enjoying some great food. Fortunately, Canadians not only have access to the great outdoors but many awesome retailers for getting Dad the best Father’s Day gifts around. So, here’s to Dads everywhere as we celebrate the top gifts for those sweet outdoorsy types! There are so many great sources for Father’s Day gifts in Canada. Here’s our Top 5: Amazon.ca From candles to cookwear, fashions and jewelry, Amazon.com is a one-stop-shop for anything Dad. Whatever Dad’s interest, there are deals to be had. Even if you are an Amazon Prime member, you can still arrange free domestic shipping in Canada to your virtual address at ShipByMail. Plus, you get to circumvent the exorbitant costs of international direct [...]

By admin On July 15, 2019 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Canada’s Sexy Sustainable Swimwear Superheros

Canada has a reputation for cold winters and wide-open spaces; things that don’t really shout the word “beach”.Increasingly, what Canada is known for is environmentalism; innovation in design and engineering that focuses on ethics and sustainability. What’s more, these stunning Canadian swimwear designers have truly made a name for themselves on the world stage, mixing sexy style and creative design to make gorgeous and ethical beachwear. Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub, heading to the lake or hitting up the beach this summer, these three designers will surely inspire you to buy eco-friendly Canadian. Anna Kosturova Well before her designs started gracing the pages of Sports Illustrated Swimwear Editions, Vancouver-based Anna Kosturova had been turning heads with her incredible designs. Her sustainable swimwear and clothing lines in crochet and silk exude bohemian luxury, making her collections equally at home on the festival field as they are [...]

By admin On July 10, 2019 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Terrific Swimwear Textiles

Canada is a country of texture and landscapes. As the second largest nation on the planet, we have terrain like no other, from the boreal forests and arctic to our dual shores and wide prairie expanse in between. With such gorgeous geographic texture, it is unsurprising that so many Canadian designers are making gorgeous use of pattern and adorned textiles in their collections. What may be surprising are the numbers of Canadian swimwear brands that are delighting fans across the globe with their use of colour and shape. Canada is home to an amazing wealth of hot and emerging niche brands, including these burgeoning swimwear labels. We list the Top 6 emerging designers making bright and beautiful swimwear to delight water fans everywhere. Andrea Iyamah Based in Ontario, this Nigerian brand is a [...]

By admin On June 6, 2019 Uncategorized BuyForMe, CBSA, easy savings, GST, HST, payment restrictions, PST, tax exempt, tax free shopping, taxes 0 Comments

Exciting new things are afoot at ShipByMail

We are delighted to announce that as of today, Monday, May 27, 2019, ShipByMail will officially begin operations at our new Canadian warehouse. This represents a new chapter in our thriving forward package business. With a growing base of international clients and businesses who benefit from our unique virtual mail services, we are grateful for your support as we expand into the future. All current account holders will have received an email and notice on their dashboard announcing our new Canadian mailing address: Unit 3130 580 Seaborne Avenue [Add your unique Suite ID here] Port Coquitlam, B.C. V3B 0M3 CANADA When purchasing goods for package forwarding from ShipByMail, please ensure you use this new mailing address, along with your unique suite ID. At ShipByMail, we are incredibly proud of the growth we’ve experienced since we began our company. It is thanks to our amazing clients that we have been able to expand our operation. This new location means increased space, with an ability [...]

By admin On May 31, 2019 Uncategorized BuyForMe, CBSA, easy savings, GST, HST, payment restrictions, PST, tax exempt, tax free shopping, taxes 0 Comments

The biggest money saving secret your friend’s are keeping from you.

Canada and the United States have fairly similar economies. And yet, it can be much more affordable to buy goods from your neighbor to the North. Here’s why… The United States is Canada’s largest trading partner. With ¾ of our trade going to the US, our relationship is a mutually beneficial one. The American economy thrives due to its close access to Canadian natural resources. While a significant portion of Canadian trade comes from the export of raw goods and specific manufacturing sectors, our two countries also share valuable cross-border retail trade.And yet, with an incredibly rich US retail market, some might be surprised to find that Americans come across the border in droves to buy goods in Canada. Go to any border crossing, especially during a holiday: the lines of American cars prove the point. Why do so many Americans enjoy shopping north of the 49th? Simply put, if paying in American dollars, things in Canada cost significantly [...]

By admin On May 27, 2019 Uncategorized BuyForMe, CBSA, easy savings, GST, HST, payment restrictions, PST, tax exempt, tax free shopping, taxes 0 Comments

Tdot Central

Ask anyone from Toronto and they will tell you they live in the centre of the universe. As Canada’s largest city, the capital of Ontario is certainly a major cultural and social hub of Canadian style. Torontonians are unapologetically proud of their home and aren’t afraid to share it with the world. Here are the top emerging Toronto and Ontario brands making waves across the planet. October’s Very Own (aka OVO) Since Canadian hip hop superstar Drake started OVO Clothing in 2011, this collaboration with Roots Canada has been expanding its retail reach, opening stores in Toronto, LA, New York, Vancouver and London. The operation is known for collaborations with artists, brands and celebrities, including Timberland, Roots, Takashi Murakami, Alpha Industries, and Woolrich. [...]

By admin On May 13, 2019 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Montreal: Where Old Meets New

A city of juxtapositions, Montreal is known for many things. This second largest Canadian city boasts world famous smoked meat, bagels, poutine, music, art and bilingualism. While walking the European-style streets of Vieux Montreal or the Quartier des Spectacles, it is easy to understand how Montreal is a design, style and culinary hub unto itself. Check out these emerging French Canadian designers that are boosting this Quebecois city to new heights. Naked & Famous Denim If you love blue, Naked & Famous is for you! Known for their selvedge aka self-finished (non-fraying) denim, this brand focuses on Japanese textile techniques to infuse quality and artistry into their fabrics. These guys do fun and exciting things, from working with indigo or cashmere blends to developing glow-in-the-dark, scratch-n-sniff and reflective [...]

By admin On May 11, 2019 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Well.ca is Your Gateway to Health

Since their operation began in 2008, Guelph, Ontario based Well.ca has quickly been establishing itself as a reputable e-commerce retailer in natural household and personal health products. Their substantial supply of products crosses a huge range of lifestyle categories. Here, we list the brand favourites that drive business, showing that Well.ca can be an important part of your health regimen no matter where you are located. Vitamins & Supplements Naturopath favourites like Canadian-based Genestra Brand from Seroyal tops our list of favourite professional supplements. Well.ca’s collection spans everything from vitamins to probiotics, to fish [...]

By admin On May 10, 2019 Uncategorized 0 Comments

Get the Jump on Cancon Exclusives!

Nerd out, Canada style, with the very best in Fan-favourite CanCon Exclusives With roughly 37 million inhabitants and counting, Canada has a surprisingly massive fan-culture base. This population, along with our nerd-worthy exports, mean a significant number of CanCon exclusives are available at retailers and resellers alike. Whether it’s LEGO®, Funko or beyond, we have the ticket on how you can get those items shipped to you overseas without breaking the bank. Toys’R’Us LEGO® exclusives Canada is very fortunate to have Toys’R’Us, whose Canadian business has thrived both online, as well as in their brick-and-mortar stores. Their powerful distribution model means that toy enthusiasts can really take advantage of awesome deals, [...]

By admin On May 9, 2019 Uncategorized BuyForMe, CBSA, easy savings, GST, HST, payment restrictions, PST, tax exempt, tax free shopping, taxes 0 Comments

Mother’s Day Savings are Here!

Find that perfect gift to show Mom your love, all without breaking the bank In Canada, Mother’s Day is right around the corner. This means our market is flush with great gift ideas and deals for the most important women in our lives. Even if your country doesn’t celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, you still have great opportunities to save on all the gifts that mom’s love. Even if your Mother’s Day has already passed, May is a great time to find incredible savings to treat your mom any time of the year or get a jump on savings for the next Mother’s Day on the calendar. So, here’s to the Mom’s we love! There are so many great sources for Mother’s Day gifts in Canada. Here’s our Top 5: Amazon.ca From candles to cookwear, fashions and jewelry, Amazon.com is a one-stop-shop for anything Mom. Whatever Mom’s [...]

By admin On May 8, 2019 Uncategorized BuyForMe, CBSA, easy savings, GST, HST, payment restrictions, PST, tax exempt, tax free shopping, taxes 0 Comments