Ottawa Rewind: A Book of Curios And Mysteries
$19.95
"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"Â / 137 pages
Author: Andrew King
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
Canada ABC Book
$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.
Great Canadian Cottage Puzzle Book
$18.95
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"Â
Made by Harper Collins in Toronto, ON
Goodnight World Board Book
$12.95
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.Â
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.Â
Measures 15.1 x 1.4 x 18.4 cmÂ
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
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
- 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists
- All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products
- Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging
- Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging
- Artists are paid fairly in fees and royalties
Written by Paul Windsor. Made by Native Northwest.
Good Morning World Board Book
$12.95
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 cmÂ
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
- 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists
- All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products
- Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging
- Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging
- Artists are paid fairly in fees and royalties
Written by Paul Windsor. Made by Native Northwest.
Ottawa Road Trips: Your 100-km Getaway Guide Book
$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.
Canada Animals Book
$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.Â
Makes a great combo with the Canada 123 and Canada ABCÂ 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.
Colouring Our Drums Colouring Book
$12.95
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
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
- 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists
- All artists have provided consent and contractual permission for their art to be featured on Native Northwest products
- Artist names are acknowledged on all product packaging
- Cultural traditions are honoured by acknowledging cultural affiliation on product packaging
- Artists are paid fairly in fees and royalties
Made by Native Northwest in Vancouver, British Columbia
Animals on Bikes (Jungle to Sea) Colouring Book
$15.95
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!
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 Amelie Legault in Montreal, Quebec.
Canada 123 Book
$12.99
Teach your mini-me's how to count using Canadian images, like our flag, polar bears and all the provinces! The Canada 123 children's book makes a great pair with the best-selling Canada ABC book.Â
Measures 22 cm x 22cm x 2 cm, 30 pages
Made by Paul Covello, an illustrator and designer from Toronto, Ontario..
This Is That: Travel Guide To Canada
$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.
Canada to Colour Colouring Book
$18.99
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.
National Parks of Canada Colouring Book
$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.
Ottawa Rewind 2: More Curios And Mysteries
$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.Â
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.
Animals on Bikes (Forest to Town) Colouring Book
$15.95
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!
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 Amelie Legault in Montreal, Quebec
1-Minute Crosswords: 250 Puzzles for Everyone
$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
The Little Red Shed Book
$14.95
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:Â 36
Dimensions: 7.5 x 9 x 1 in
Written by Adam & Jennifer Young in Fogo Island, Newfoundland.
21 Things You May Not Know About The Indian Act
$19.95
#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.
Colouring Gift Set (1)
$29.95
Do you have a super cute kid (or adult) in your life that you want to surprise with a special gift? Look no further! This gift box has been lovingly curated with some of our vendors best goodies.
Included in this gift box you will find:
- Animals on Bikes (Forest to Town) Colouring Book by Amelie Legault in Montreal, QC
- Haida Colouring Pencils by Native Northwest in Vancouver, BC
Click here to add a card to your order. If you do add a card to your order LET US KNOW IN NOTES AT CHECKOUT WHAT MESSAGE YOU'D LIKE TO SAY IN THE CARD AND WE WILL FILL OUT THE CARD ON YOUR BEHALF (max 200 characters).
All gift sets are FINAL SALE.
No substitutions please. Want different items? Click on Custom Gift Box Creation and follow the directions for your personalized Gift Box!Â
We enjoy helping you send love out into the world however, unfortunately our system is not set up for sending more than one box at a time to different addresses. So, if you have multiple boxes to send to different addresses please place an individual order for each gift recipient.
Lovingly put together by Maker House Co., right here in Ottawa!
The Pink Flamingos Colouring Book
$15.95
A very pink coloring book with a lot of flamingos!Â
The Flamingos are going on a road trip! Synchronized swimming and pedal boat rides, they enjoy the summer by the water. Fall is the time to get ready for school, a little dancing in the rain and getting dressed up for Halloween. When winter arrives, they practice their favorite sports, alpine skiing and snowmobiling and getting the Christmas lights ready. And let’s not forget when spring comes around, it’s Rosie's birthday! Â
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 Amelie Legault in Montreal, Quebec
Ottawa Road Trips: Your Weekend Getaway Guide Book
$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.
Indigenous Relations - Insights, Tips & Suggestions to Make Reconciliation a Reality
$19.95
A timely sequel to the bestselling 21 Things You May Not Know About the Indian Act - and an invaluable guide for anyone seeking to work more effectively with Indigenous Peoples.
We are all treaty people. But what are the everyday impacts of treaties, and how can we effectively work toward reconciliation if we're worried our words and actions will unintentionally cause harm?
Hereditary chief and leading Indigenous relations trainer Bob Joseph is your guide to respecting cultural differences and improving your personal relationships and business interactions with Indigenous Peoples. Practical and inclusive, Indigenous Relations interprets the difference between hereditary and elected leadership, and why it matters; explains the intricacies of Aboriginal Rights and Title, and the treaty process; and demonstrates the lasting impact of the Indian Act, including the barriers that Indigenous communities face and the truth behind common myths and stereotypes perpetuated since Confederation.
Indigenous Relations equips you with the necessary knowledge to respectfully avoid missteps in your work and daily life, and offers an eight-part process to help business and government work more effectively with Indigenous Peoples - benefitting workplace culture as well as the bottom line. Indigenous Relations is an invaluable tool for anyone who wants to improve their cultural competency and undo the legacy of the Indian Act.
Bob Joseph, founder of Indigenous Corporate Training Inc., has provided training on Indigenous relations since 1994. As a certified Master Trainer, Bob has assisted both individuals and organizations in building Indigenous relations. His Canadian clients include all levels of government, Fortune 500 companies, financial institutions, including the World Bank, small and medium-sized corporate enterprises, and Indigenous Peoples. He has worked internationally for clients in the United States, Guatemala, Peru, and New Caledonia in the South Pacific. Bob Joseph is an Indigenous person, or more specifically a status Indian, and is a member of the Gwawaenuk Nation. The Gwawaenuk is one of the many Kwakwaka’wakw tribes located between Comox and Port Hardy on Vancouver Island and the adjacent mainland of British Columbia. He comes from a proud potlatch family and is an initiated member of the Hamatsa Society. As the son of a hereditary chief, he will one day, in accordance with strict cultural laws, become a hereditary chief.
Measures 8.8 X 5.11 X 0.51 in / 208 pages / Paperback
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
Nibi Emosaawdang/The Water Walker
$14.95
Nokomis – our grandmothers – walk to protect our water, and to protect all of us.
The dual language edition, in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) and English, of the award-winning story of a determined Ojibwe Nokomis (Grandmother) Josephine-ba Mandamin and her great love for Nibi (water). Nokomis walked to raise awareness of our need to protect Nibi for future generations, and for all life on the planet. She, along with other women, men, and youth, have walked around all the Great Lakes from the four salt waters, or oceans, to Lake Superior. The walks are full of challenges, and by her example Josephine-ba invites us all to take up our responsibility to protect our water, the giver of life, and to protect our planet for all generations.
“Josephine Mandamin has inspired countless adults to care passionately about protecting the waters of the earth. Now through Joanne Robertson's magical book, Josephine will inspire children to know they can change the world.” - Maude Barlow, The Council of Canadians and Water Activist
Written and Illustrated by Joanne Robertson
Translated by Shirley Williams and Isadore Toulouse
Published by Second Story Press in Toronto, ON
Climate Change For Babies
$14.95
Teach toddlers about current events with this colorfully simple explanation of the science behind climate change. The perfect gift for environmentally conscious kids and families!
Climate Change for Babies is an engaging, basic introduction for youngsters (and grownups!) to the complex questions of what climate change is and what we can do about it.
Full of scientific information and written by experts, this timely installment of the Baby University board book series is perfect for enlightening the next generation of geniuses. After all, it's never too early to become a scientist!
Climate Change for Babies begins the conversation to teach even the littlest environmental activists about the earth, its atmosphere, and what is currently happening to it"-The Tiny Activist
Written by Chris Ferrie and Katherina Petrou.
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
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