Let’s face it: when winter hits and the temperature dips below 0 degrees, it’s hard to stay warm, even with multiple layers of clothing. But that doesn’t mean you should spend the entire winter indoors! The right arctic jacket will keep your heat inside, while giving the comfort of a big, warm hug, and unmatched style. Arctic Bay’s Canadian-made parkas are designed for these cold temperatures and have special features that block out harsh winds and protect against frostbite. Here are some of the best parkas available from Arctic Bay, as well as some of their best features.   Men’s Winter...

Each winter, the Coastal Villages Region Fund (CVRF) supports elders in rural villages in Alaska by distributing food, heating sources, and clothing as part of its Elder Program. This program benefits handfuls of member communities and impacts hundreds of elders by offering special benefits to offset the high cost of living during the winter.   Arctic Bay is proud to be participating in the annual initiative once again by donating our premium Canadian arctic parkas. In addition to the parkas, the CVRF will also be delivering two custom drums with 30 gallons of heating oil in each drum and approximately 100...

Arctic Bay is excited to announce that it will be attending ISPO Munich for the first time. ISPO Munich is an international sports trade fair that hosts over 2,800 international exhibitors and their latest products each year and is open to around 85,000 visitors from 120 countries. Over the past 50 years, ISPO Munich has become the world’s largest multi-segment sports trade fair.   Held from January 26 to 29, 2020 at the Messe München exhibition grounds in Munich, Germany, ISPO Munich will feature conferences, lectures, seminars and prominent exhibition areas related to the world of sports. Arctic Bay is honoured to...

How Should a Winter Coat Fit? No matter where you’re enjoying the cold winter season, a warm and comfortable winter jacket is essential. Some of us are a lot more sensitive to the cold, while others are always ready to brave any storm. There are those who only look for what is practical, and those who want to make a statement with their stylish outerwear. But no matter who you are, the best winter jackets are the ones that fit just right. Remember, it is a lot easier for a jacket to keep you warm when it hugs you how...

Many companies advertise that their products are “Made in Canada”… but what does that really mean? A lot of people may not be aware that the Canadian government has specific regulations about how much of the source material and assembly of a product needs to come from Canada for it to be considered a truly Canadian item. At least 51% of the total direct costs of production and manufacturing must occur in Canada for a product to be labelled “Made in Canada,” and 98% for of the manufacturing and production costs must be in Canada for it to be legally...

  Dressing for winter in Canada doesn’t mean you have to compromise your commitment to style! Canada has a reputation for biting cold winds, frosty temperatures and high snow falls. They don’t call it The Great White North for nothing! Bulky winter coats filled with synthetic lining materials lose their shape after time and offer lack lustre insulation against that wind chill factor. Women’s down coats are made for winter in Canada and are accessible no matter what community you live in when you shop with a Canadian retailer offering free shipping from coast to coast. Outerwear companies using natural...

  Canadians do winter better than most countries. Every year from coast to coast, we prepare for the "white-stuff” with a sense of dread. Shoveling snow and clearing the car are chores wrought with frost bite and wind burn and often, we aren’t protected well with warm outerwear. Men’s down jackets made in Canada are affordable and provide incomparable warmth and protection from cold temperatures. Down jackets are filled with feathers from either duck or geese. The fluffiness of the down (or fill power) creates thousands of tiny air pockets that trap warm air to keep you warm. Duck down...

Luxury Winter Jackets for Men in Canada A winter jacket in Canada is not just a luxury, it is a necessity. Most men do not like to purchase a new winter jacket every other season - they want a winter jacket that is functional and will last. Purchasing a luxury winter jacket is an investment that will be well worth it for the protection, warmth and freedom it provides to comfortably participate in any and all of the different outdoor activities you want to do during the long winter months.    Canada has a reputation for hard winters and it...

Canadian Made Down Parkas for Life in Canada In a country known for its harsh winters, what do Canadians look for when considering a new winter jacket or parka? Obviously, warmth is essential and its importance cannot be overstated. In some areas of Canada, winter temperatures can drop as low as 55 degrees below zero. Even if you are rarely outside in the winter, it is important to have a winter jacket that can keep you warm in extreme conditions without being too warm in those fortunate times when milder temperatures are present. In addition to being warm, a winter...

Canadian Made Winter Jackets – Made for Canada’s Harshest Winters Canadians understand the value of a good winter jacket. Depending on the region of Canada you live in, winter can last over six months of the year. Staying warm while outside in the harsh elements is imperative to survival, not to mention being able to enjoy any outside activities during of these potentially brutal months of the year.    Canadian-made winter jackets are made by the people who know winter and everything it can throw at us. The warmest luxury coats for Canadian winters combine both natural and high-tech materials to provide...

Investing in Luxury Winter Jackets in Canada Owning a great winter jacket can literally be the difference between merely tolerating winter and thriving in it. Whether you spend the majority of your time outside just walking to your car, or if you choose to embrace winter by partaking in any number of winter activities, a luxury winter coat can provide you with the ultimate in warmth, protection and a look that will never go out of style.    Purchasing a premium quality luxury winter jacket may seem like a splurge to some people, but it is actually a great investment...

The Advantages of a Luxury Down Filled Parka in Canada December 6, 2018 0  Back to Home Investing in a Down Filled Parka in Canada Living in Canada presents a unique blend of opportunities and challenges. One of the most prolific challenges is coping with the often harsh and brutal conditions presented by winter each year. One of the most popular, versatile and useful items you can buy to combat Canadian winters is a high quality down filled parka. Despite breakthroughs in technology and the creation of new high-tech materials, down is still one of the most effective and widely...