Toronto-based design specialists Science & Sons are responsible for Radio Canada. Currently a prototype, Radio Canada pays homage to the cultural significance of the CBC. Inspired by the dedication of the many CBC listeners who keep their radio dials permanently set to our national broadcaster, Radio Canada allows listeners to toggle between CBC Radio One and CBC Radio Two without hearing the static in between. Continue Reading…
The February/March issue of Mark Ecko’s Complex Magazine features Toronto Hip Hop & R&B extraordinaire, Drake. In a feature titled Hype or Drive? Drake speaks on the struggles and successes of his past year in the music industry, sheds light on working in the Young Money camp, his song writing process, and his much-anticipated 2010 album, Thank Me Later. Read the full story via Complex.com. Continue Reading…
Vancouver and Edmonton-based retailer Haven and American outfitters Maiden Noir have collaborated on a second collection which focuses on the upcoming 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. The collection features heavy flannel overshirts, embroidered tees, beanies, and tote bags. The collection features a new logo made especially for the Winter games, and controversially includes the strictly copyrighted Olympic rings. Continue Reading…
Nunavut-based publishing company Inhabit Media Inc. promotes research in Inuit mythology and the traditional Inuit knowledge of Nunavummiut. The authors, storytellers and artists they work with bring this knowledge to life in a way that is accessible to readers in both northern and southern Canada. Inhabit Media has teamed up with Irish artist Eva Wildermann, for the Inuit Mythology Project Continue Reading…
Signalnoise, the online portfolio of Halifax-based artist James White, is currently running a campaign in order to aide the disaster relief fund to help Haiti. James created this poster to raise awareness for the cause. This past week, 100% of sales from the Signalnoise store has been donated directly in support of those effected by the massive earthquake. Continue Reading…
Toronto-based Winter outerwear specialists Moose Knuckles is responsible for the brilliant design and production of down filled parkas. Manufactured in Manitoba, Moose Knuckles parkas include warm pockets and storm cuffs, and a blue fox fur tail trimmed hood. The jackets are detailed with heavy-duty zippers and snaps, and a stylized metal hoof logo on the sleeve. Continue Reading…
The lookbook for the Burkman Bros.‘ Spring/Summer 2010 collection features a solid lineup of unique design and quality craftsmanship. Among the collection which heavily favours lightweight fabrics and colours, are the Ikat tie and shorts, French linen check shirt, lined chinos, a chambray dress shirt, and the standout unconstructed madras jacket. Continue Reading…
Toronto-based jewelery specialists CEMENT have released a series of pendants — a follow up to last year’s successful release. Available in a wide range of styles and designs, Collection 002 features chains and pendants with a quality sterling silver, oxidized finish. Among the collection are Canadian-inspired pieces such as the maple leaf, toque, and hockey sweater pendants. Collection 002 is available online at ThisIsCement.com. Continue Reading…
The recently launched Kauffmann collection by Montreal-based designer Sebastien Kauffmann features these brilliant fleece laptop sleeves designed for the 13 inch and 15 inch Macbook series. Simple in design, the fleece sleeves feature vinyl detailing with the embedded Kauffmann logo on one, and a bare tag on the other. The sleeves have a closing tab which folds over to secure the computer. Continue Reading…
Situated in Kitchener, Ontario, Sorel is world renown for producing warm, durable, and comfortable cold-climate footwear. Sorel worked with American outfittter A Bathing Ape to create the Caribou Boot which features the recognizable BAPE camouflage print on nubuck leather. The boot features a handcrafted seam-sealed vulcanized rubber shell and removable 9mm ThermoPlus felt inner boot. Continue Reading…