Why Shopping Local in Canada Matters: Supporting Canadian Small Businesses with The Local Boom
In today’s fast-paced, globalized economy, it’s easier than ever to add products to your cart from halfway across the world. But while global marketplaces have their place, there’s something uniquely powerful — and impactful — about shopping local. In Canada, supporting small businesses is more than just a feel-good movement; it’s a vital way to contribute to the economic, cultural, and creative fabric of our communities.
Our mission is simple: Support Canadian brands. Deliver joy. Create impact.
At The Local Boom, located in Vancouver, British Columbia, we’ve made it our mission to champion Canadian makers, creators, and entrepreneurs by offering a curated selection of high-quality self-care and gift products — all from Canadian brands, and nearly all made right here in Canada. Since 2017, we’ve proudly established ourselves as the original platform to exclusively offer all-Canadian brands under one roof. While others may try to replicate the model, The Local Boom remains the pioneer, with thousands of satisfied customers from coast to coast — and beyond.
Let’s talk about why shopping local in Canada is more important than ever, and how The Local Boom makes it easy, enjoyable, and deeply rewarding.
The Power of Shopping Local: Where to buy?
When you shop local, your dollars stay within the community. According to various economic studies, local businesses recirculate a greater share of every dollar as they create locally-owned supply chains and invest in their employees. In contrast, big-box retailers and international e-commerce giants often send profits away from the communities they serve.
But the benefits don’t stop at economics. Shopping local supports:
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Canadian Job Creation: Small businesses account for over 98% of all businesses in Canada. Supporting them helps create and sustain meaningful jobs across the country.
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Environmental Sustainability: Locally-made goods often require less transportation, reducing the carbon footprint of your purchases.
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Unique, High-Quality Products: Local artisans and entrepreneurs pour passion and craftsmanship into their products. These aren’t mass-produced items — they’re thoughtful, distinctive, and made with care.
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Community Identity and Culture: Local businesses help define the character of our cities, towns, and neighborhoods. They preserve cultural heritage, celebrate creativity, and build stronger communities.
By choosing to shop Canadian, you’re making a direct investment in the future of our country’s economy, environment, and culture.
Meet The Local Boom: Canada’s Original All-Canadian Gift Shop
At The Local Boom, we’ve been waving the flag for Canadian-made products since 2017, long before it was trendy. What began as a vision to create a space where people could access only Canadian brands has grown into a trusted and beloved destination — both in person at our Vancouver store and online through our easy-to-navigate e-commerce platform.
Whether you're shopping for yourself or picking out the perfect gift, everything we carry is carefully selected from Canadian brands that align with our values: quality, sustainability, and ethical production. Almost all of our inventory is made in Canada, supporting domestic employment and reducing environmental impact.
We specialize in self-care and gifting — two categories that bring joy, comfort, and connection. From relaxing soy wax candles and artisan bar soaps to indulgent bath bombs and clean beauty skincare, our offerings are as delightful as they are diverse. Looking for a thoughtful gift? Discover locally-made ceramic mugs, printed tote bags, artful stickers, enamel pins, unique perfumes, and more.
Why Choose The Local Boom?
Since opening, we’ve proudly served thousands of customers across Canada and around the world. What keeps them coming back?
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Authenticity: We’re the original — the first of our kind. While others may try to imitate, we remain true to our roots. Every product at The Local Boom is from a Canadian-owned brand, with nearly all products made domestically.
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Curation: We do the legwork of finding the best Canadian-made products so you don’t have to. Our inventory is handpicked for quality, design, and impact.
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Convenience: Whether you live in Vancouver or Halifax, our online store delivers coast to coast — and even internationally. Shopping local has never been easier.
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Trust: We believe in transparency. Our customers count on us for a consistent, high-quality experience, whether they visit our brick-and-mortar shop or browse our virtual shelves.
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Gifting Made Easy: Need a quick gift? We offer pre-made gift boxes and customizable options to suit every occasion — birthdays, holidays, weddings, or just because.
