Shopping is most useful when it fits naturally into a neighbourhood day rather than requiring repeated cross-city trips.
ByWard Market
Offers market activity, specialty food, gifts and visitor-oriented shopping near central attractions. Vendor schedules vary.
Neighbourhood main streets
The Glebe, Hintonburg, Wellington West, Westboro, Chinatown and Little Italy each support different mixes of independent businesses.
Canadian-made claims
A maple leaf or Canadian brand does not always mean an item was made in Canada. Read labels and ask about origin when that matters.
Plan for transport
Consider how purchases will be carried through museums, transit and airport security.