The Best Canadian-Owned Ski and Snowboard Brands

As an outdoor adventurer and the publisher of Paddling Magazine and Kayak Angler, I’ve spent over 15 years in the outdoor industry, working in marketing, media, and product testing. My experience spans countless days in the mountains, from deep backcountry tours to resort laps, testing gear in real-world conditions. I know firsthand how the right apparel can mean the difference between a great day on the slopes and one cut short by cold, wet, or uncomfortable gear.

Canada is home to some of the world’s best ski and snowboard brands—companies that understand the demands of ’ demands and our climate's unpredictable nature. From technical outerwear designed for extreme conditions to sustainable and stylish options, these Canadian-owned brands deliver performance, innovation, and durability.

In this guide, I’ll share some of the top Canadian ski and snowboard apparel brands, most of which are independently owned and are all trusted by outdoor professionals and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking for high-performance backcountry gear, premium insulated jackets, or stylish après-ski wear, these brands have you covered. Oh, and a nod to my friend Eddy who will always win Canadian ski fashion with his Revelstoke hockey jersey.

Canadian-Owned Ski & Snowboard Apparel Brands

• Arc'teryx – Based in North Vancouver, BC, Arc'teryx is renowned for high-performance technical outerwear for skiing, snowboarding, and outdoor adventures.

• Orage – A Quebec-based brand offering stylish, high-quality ski and snowboard outerwear, including jackets, pants, and base layers.

• Kombi – Founded in Montreal, Kombi specializes in winter gloves, mittens, hats, and base layers designed for extreme cold.

• Karbon – A Canadian ski brand producing technical outerwear for recreational skiers and professional racers.

• Nobis – A Toronto-based brand known for luxury outerwear with high-tech waterproofing and insulation, ideal for skiing and snowboarding.

• Tobe Outerwear – Originally from Sweden but now with strong Canadian ties, Tobe specializes in durable outerwear for extreme winter conditions, including snowmobiling and backcountry skiing.

• ANIAN – Based in BC, this sustainable apparel brand offers wool outerwear and mid-layers suitable for après-ski and casual outdoor wear.

Ski Brands

• Paradise Skis
  Based in Calgary, Alberta, Paradise Skis specializes in quality freeride and touring skis.

• Prior Snow
  Located in Whistler, British Columbia, Prior Snow designs and builds premium handcrafted skis and snowboards.

• Raccoon Skis – Quebec brand specializing in high-performance all-mountain skis.

• Instinct Skis – Premium handcrafted skis designed in BC for freeride and big-mountain skiing.

Snowboard Brands

• Wired Snowboards
  This Vancouver-based company crafts custom snowboards year-round, designed and manufactured in Canada.

• Trapper Snowboards
  Handmade in Revelstoke, British Columbia, Trapper specializes in splitboards and freeride boards.

• Concept Snowboards
  Custom-built in British Columbia, Concept Snowboards offers tailored designs for various riding styles.