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"Ottawa Rewind: A Book of Curios And Mysteries" is as much a mystery as a history book. Whimsical and researched, it is the creative work of a restless and curios mind.
Andrew King is an artist, cartoonist and detective. The detective part doesn’t get mentioned often, but Andrew is a history sleuth, someone who loves to solve historical mysteries. Where exactly is the first house built in Ottawa? Was there really a nuclear reactor once at Tunney’s Pasture? And what in the world happened to Ottawa’s once famous tiki bar at the Talisman Inn?
Andrew has been seeking answers to questions like these since launching the popular website Ottawa Rewind in 2013. In Ottawa Rewind Andrew has set out to find the location of shipwrecks in the Ottawa River, the playboy bunnies that once worked the Riverside Hotel in Vanier and every last Free Mason or Knight Templar symbol built into Canada’s Parliament Buildings.
Measures 6" x 9" / 137 pages
Author: Andrew King
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
$14.99
A is for Arctic, B is for Beaver, C is for... Canada! What better way to learn the alphabet than with this gorgeous, colourful book. This book pairs perfectly with the Canada 123 book.
Measures 22 cm x 22cm x 2 cm, 30 pages
Made by Paul Covello, an illustrator and designer from Toronto, Ontario.
$19.99
Perfect for long afternoons and rainy days, The Great Canadian Cottage Puzzle Book is packed with family fun: word searches, crosswords, word ladders, quizzes and much more. Puzzles feature Canadian clues and use Canadian spelling and references. With trivia, unique Canadian place names, and tips to make the most of a cottaging day, The Great Canadian Cottage Puzzle Book is a must for every Canadian family.
378 pages of puzzle fun
Measures approx 9" x 7.75" x 1"
Made by Harper Collins in Toronto, ON
$14.99
Carry your favourite puzzle in your pocket!
Steal a minute for some quick, on-the-go fun! Enjoy 250 mini crosswords in a range of difficulties, organized from easy to hard, and written for Canadians of all ages. Start off with a warm-up puzzle, then move on to more challenging ones—including word scrambles. Grab a pencil and make the most of every minute!
336 pages of puzzle fun
Measures approx 11.73 x 15.24 cm
Made by Dan Liebman and Duncan McKenzie in Ontario
$12.99
A charming 24 page bedtime story that fosters a serene sleeping environment for your child. Featuring the indigenous art work of 21 contributing artists and with over 80, 000 copies sold, it has become a beloved children's bedtime story across North America.
Start bedtime off right with this sweet Goodnight World book. Great for kids or adults alike!
Soy based ink and water based protective coating. Made from paper sourced from sustainable forests.
Measures 15.1 x 1.4 x 18.4 cm
Contributing Artists Allan Weir, Haida Ben Houstie, Bella Bella Chris Kewistep, Bella Bella Corey Bulpitt, Haida Corey W. Moraes, Tsimshian Darrel Amos, Haida Doug LaFortune, Coast Salish Eric Parnell, Haida Francis Horne Sr., Coast Salish James E. Grant, Haisla Keith Tait, Gitsan, Carrier Maynard Johnny Jr., Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw Mike Dangeli, Nisga'a, Tlingit, Tsimshian Paul Windsor, Haisla,Heiltsuk Phil Gray, Tsimshian Richard Hunt, Kwaguilth Ryan Cranmer, Namgis Sean Brennan, Haida Simone Diamond, Coast Salish T.J. Sgwaayaans Young, Haida Terry Starr, Tsimshian Todd Stephens, Nisga'a
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Written by Paul Windsor. Made by Native Northwest.
$29.95
From Vickie Lanthier comes Best Hikes: Ottawa Gatineau, a comprehensive guide to 50 of the best hiking trails around the nation’s capital.
Lanthier has organized the trails into ten categories and chosen her five favourites in each.
Want to know where the best waterfalls, towers, or accessible trails are? How about which trails are best for birders, geocaching, or hiking with your dog? Curious about where you can catch a spectacular sunrise? Or maybe you'd like to know where the nearest cozy coffee shop is located post-hike? Best Hikes offers the best scoop about hiking trails in the Ottawa region.
With extensive reports for each trail, you can pick your perfect hike. Two hours out and back or a twenty-minute loop? A challenging elevation or a marshland boardwalk? A vista or a beach as your destination?
Each trail report is accompanied by a map and a table of information that includes length, elevation, seasons, hours of operation, accessibility, services, and amenities. The maps also include a QR code that will take you to the trail manager’s site if you wish further information.
A long-overdue resource for hikers in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec, Best Hikes: Ottawa-Gatineau will quickly become your favourite outdoor adventure guide.
Measures 192 pages, 8.5 X 5.5 X 0.06 in
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
$24.95
More and more people are discovering the joys of vacationing closer to home.
This book is a comprehensive guide to day-tripping around Eastern Ontario and the Outaouais, From the Mill of Kintail in Almonte and a great place to kayak in Renfrew to the log-palace splendour of Fairmont Le Chateau Montebello, the charming boutiques of Merrikville and a quite picnic spot near Rockland, this book is your go-to resource for travelling around the National Capital Region and beyond.
Starting from the base of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill, the book is organized by distance, making it easy to plan any day trip - from a one-hour cycling excursion to a full-on car trek. Or use it to plan a theme trip - Girl's Day Out; Historic Taverns; Gardens of Eastern Ontario.
Author Laura Byrne Paquet has written the popular Ottawa Road Trips (https://ottawaroadtrips.com) blog since 2014, and these are her favourite local destinations.
Many are accessible to both cyclists and motorists.
None are more than 100 km away. All are worth the trip.
Measures 192 pages, 8.5 X 5.5 X 0.06 in
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
$12.99
Say Good Morning! To the plants, trees and animals with this bestselling children's book featuring indigenous artwork by Haisla,Heiltsuk artist, Paul Windsor.
From the artist: "The purpose of this book is to share the GOOD energy coming from all the experiences I've had in the past, present, and going into the future. There are days that are challenging, but it is important to carry on, improve one's creativity, and learn to respect ourselves and the land we share. By doing so, we can gain a fresh start and a new beginning. GOOD MORNING TO YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY!".
“I was raised in a way of life based on hunting, fishing, feasting, singing, dancing and visual arts. Art has always been communicated as an expression of spirit to the connections to people and the ways of life.” - Paul Windsor
Soy based ink and water based protective coating. Made from paper sourced from sustainable forests
Measures 15.1 x 1.4 x 18.4 cm
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Written by Paul Windsor. Made by Native Northwest.
$12.99
We are all born to the beat of a drum, it is within us. Our drum beat is what leads us to find our own path through our journey in life. - Doug Horne, Coast Salish
Colour the drums of the Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest and find your own creative rhythm. Engage the Northwest Coast culture and tradition through 32 drawings by First Nations and Native American artists. Features the indigenous art work of over 20 contributing artists.
Printed in Canada using non-toxic, vegetable based ink, and water based coating on paper sourced from sustainable forests.
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32 pages; measures 8.5" x 11"
Contributing Artists Allan Weir, Haida Chad Leon, Coast Salish Corey Bulpitt, Haida Corey W. Moraes, Tsimshian Doug Horne, Coast Salish Dylan Thomas, Coast Salish Ernest Swanson, Haia Francis Horne Sr., Coast Salish Fraser Williams, Haida Gordon White, Haida Jared Kane, Tlingit Joe Wilson-Sxwaset, Coast Salish Kwiaahwah Jones, Haida lessLIE, Coast Salish Maynard Johnny Jr., Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw Mervin Windsor, Haisla, Heiltsuk Mike Dangeli, Nisga'a, Tlingit, Tsimshian Morgan Green, Tsimshian Paul Windsor, Haisla, Heiltsuk Ryan Cranmer, Namgis Simone Diamond, Coast Salish Stan Hunt, Kwakwaka'wakw Terry Starr, Tsimshian Trevor Angus, Gitxsan William Wasden Jr., Namgis
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Made by Native Northwest in Vancouver, British Columbia
$14.99
The latest title in Paul Covello’s winning Canada board-book series features wondrously detailed illustrations for the very young, highlighting some of Canada’s most beloved and iconic creatures.
Makes a great combo with the Canada 123 and Canada ABC books in the same series.
Measures 22 cm x 22cm x 2 cm, 30 pages
Made by Paul Covello, an illustrator and designer from Toronto, Ontario.
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This stylish snap-back baseball cap is emblazoned with North Standard's bear mascot to add some Canadiana to your everyday life. This bear is proudly sporting the Pride Flag with all the beautiful colours of the rainbow. Wear it and show your support for the LGBTQ+ community.
Wait... why should adults have all the fun? This adorably stylish baseball hat is also available for children and youth. It will quickly become your kiddo's favourite hat.
A classic sport cap, with a snap-back closure and green beneath the visor to reduce glare.
Kids:
Youth:
Designed and pressed by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
$16.99
The Jungle to Sea 'Animals' on Bikes' Colouring Book is whimsical fun. It is filled with animals going from the the deep dark jungle, to the open waters - with animals such as a fox, roosters, raccoons, seagulls and many more!
**Current in stock version in en francais/ in french Animaux a velo, however the images to colour contain no text, just images!
Colour away with the Haida Colouring Pencils by Native Northwest.
Size: 8 x 8 inches (20.32 cm x 20.32 cm), 18 pages
Made by Sardines Studio (formerly Amelie Legault) in Montreal, QC
$29.95
More and more people are discovering the joys of vacationing closer to home.
Ottawa Road Trips: Your Weekend Getaway Guide is the essential travel guide to road-tripping around Ottawa. Where’s the best place to pitch a tent in Algonquin Park, and what hike is an absolute must? Can Peterborough be Canada’s best-kept tourism secret? (Yes!) Where can you stay in the Adirondacks? What about the Rideau Lakes? (We’re going to suggest the prettiest lakeside town in Ontario).
Ottawa Road Trips: Your Weekend Getaway Guide spotlights more than thirty, weekend destinations just waiting for you to discover. The guide is organized by distance, starting from the base of the Peace Tower on Parliament Hill, making it easy to plan your weekend getaways. From shopping in Ithaca to zip-lining in the Laurentians, you’ll know exactly where to go, where to shop, and where to stay.
Author Laura Byrne Paquet has written the popular and award-winning Ottawa Road Trips blog (ottawaroadtrips.com) since 2014. Ottawa Road Trips: Your Weekend Getaway Guide features some of Laura's favourite weekend-getaway destinations.
Measures 192 pages, 8.5 X 5.5 X 0.06 in
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
$18.99
Colour your way through Canada’s stunning and beloved national parks, including Gros Morne, Fundy, Point Pelee, Jasper, Banff, Auyuittuq, Ivvavik and Pacific Rim. Grab the Canada to Colour colouring book to complete the set.
Measures 30 cm x 20 cm x 1 cm, 128 pages
Made by Leor Boshi, an illustrator and designer from Toronto, Ontario.
$14.99
Volume 2 of the popular crosswords book is here!
Carry your favourite puzzle in your pocket!
Steal a minute for some quick, on-the-go fun! Enjoy 250 mini crosswords in a range of difficulties, organized from easy to hard, and written for Canadians of all ages. Start off with a warm-up puzzle, then move on to more challenging ones—including word scrambles. Grab a pencil and make the most of every minute!
336 pages of puzzle fun
Measures approx 11.73 x 15.24 cm
Made by Dan Liebman and Duncan McKenzie in Ontario
$19.95
From the creators of CBC radio's This is That; Pat Kelly, Chris Kelly and Peter Oldring. From CBC Radio's most beloved satirical comedy team comes This is That: Travel Guide to Canada, a hilariously outrageous parody of the travel guide genre and what it means to visit Canada. Searching for a weekend away with the kids? This is That: Travel Guide to Canada will teach you how to navigate the twelve petting zoos of Etobicoke and how to avoid pickpockets in Kamloops. Planning your summer holiday? Keep in mind that the city of Brandon, Manitoba, is closed for annual maintenance between July 12 and August 19 and that tipping your server in Swift Current is offensive. Presented in the familiar casing of a traditional travel guidebook, à la Lonely Planet or Rough Guide, This is That: Travel Guide to Canada takes readers on a farcical - and unbelievable - journey from coast to coast to coast to coast to coast. This faux guide also includes essential travel tips, such as useful Canadian phrases to locate the bathroom, best places to portage, and most spectacular malls above sea level.
This guide aims to help those unaccustomed to life in Canada discover the majesty of what the Internet calls:
“One of North America’s Top Three Must-Visit Nations."
Measures 5.25 x 8" / 142 pages / Paperback
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
$19.99
From Newfoundland to British Columbia and everywhere in between, this colouring book will transport you all over Canada. Grab the National Park of Canada colouring book to complete the set.
Measures 30 cm x 20 cm x 1 cm, 128 pages
Designed by Paul Covello and Leor Boshi, illustrators and designers from Toronto, Ontario.
$16.99
The Forest to Town 'Animals' on Bikes' Colouring Book is exactly what you need right now. It is filled with animals going from the Gatineau forest, straight to our city streets - with animals such as a fox, roosters, raccoons, seagulls and many more!
**Current in stock version in en francais/ in french Animaux a velo, however the images to colour contain no text, just images!
Colour away with the Haida Colouring Pencils by Native Northwest.
Size: 8 x 8 inches (20.32 cm x 20.32 cm), 18 pages
Made by Sardines Studio (formerly Amelie Legault) in Montreal, QC
$21.00
#1 National Bestseller Based on a viral article, 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act is the essential guide to understanding the legal document and its repercussion on generations of Indigenous Peoples, written by a leading cultural sensitivity trainer. Since its creation in 1876, the Indian Act has shaped, controlled, and constrained the lives and opportunities of Indigenous Peoples, and is at the root of many enduring stereotypes.
Bob Joseph's book comes at a key time in the reconciliation process, when awareness from both Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities is at a crescendo. Joseph explains how Indigenous Peoples can step out from under the Indian Act and return to self-government, self-determination, and self-reliance - and why doing so would result in a better country for every Canadian. He dissects the complex issues around truth and reconciliation, and clearly demonstrates why learning about the Indian Act''s cruel, enduring legacy is essential for the country to move toward true reconciliation.
Measures 7.91 X 5.43 X 0.51 in / 160 pages / Paperback
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
$24.95
"Ottawa Rewind 2: More Curios And Mysteries" is as much a mystery as a history book. Whimsical and researched, it is the creative work of a restless and curios mind.
The sequel to Andrew King's much loved Ottawa Rewind has arrived and is filled with more entertaining stories about all things Ottawa.
Andrew has been seeking answers to questions like these since launching the popular website Ottawa Rewind in 2013. In Ottawa Rewind 2 Andrew has set out to discover the world's oldest maple tree, our very brewery, and what's up with that little island behind Parliament Hill. You'll have to pick up your very own copy to get all these answers!
Measures 6" x 9" / 135 pages
Author: Andrew King
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
$19.99
Once upon a fine morning, a little red shed awakens to discover she isn’t quite the same as she used to be. Uncertain and feeling as if she no longer fits in, she decides to leave home and sets out to sea. All alone on the wide, wide ocean, she meets an extraordinary new friend who sees how special she really is, and with newfound confidence, the little red shed returns home and inspires everyone to cherish their differences.
This sweet paperback children's book is written by Adam & Jennifer Young with artwork by Adam Young. It's a heartfelt story about accepting yourself for you are.
Pages: 36
Dimensions: 7.5 x 9 x 1 in
Written by Adam & Jennifer Young in Fogo Island, Newfoundland.
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This stylish snap-back baseball cap is emblazoned with North Standard's bear mascot to add some Canadiana to your everyday life.
This adorably awesome baseball hat is available in multiple sizes and will quickly become everyone's favourite hat.
A classic sport cap, with a snap-back closure and green beneath the visor to reduce glare.
Kids:
Youth:
Designed and pressed by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
from $24.99
The CBC 70’s era logo is one of the most iconic Canadian Symbols. Washed after printing to eliminate shrinkage and add vintage appeal.
Made by Red Canoe National Heritage Brands in Whitby, Ontario.
| Sizing | Size 3 | Size 6 | Size 10 |
| Chest Width | 29.9 cm | 33.7 cm | 41.9 cm |
| Length | 43.2 cm | 46.4 cm | 55.9 cm |
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The ultimate in North Standard swag! Get this Baby Bear onesie for your baby bear.
Sizes:
3-6M: 9" X 15"
6-12M: 9.5" X 16"
Fabric content: 100% Cotton
Made by North Standard Trading Post in Ottawa, Ontario.
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