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" / 137 pages
Author: Andrew King
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
Stamped Spoon Bookmark - One More Page
$21.95
Hold your place in the book you're reading with an adorable stamped spoon bookmark!
These antique, upcycled tea spoons have been hand-stamped, bent and made new again.
Made by Infinite Purpose Jewelry in Ottawa, Ontario.
Because this item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired.
Wood Veneer Bookmark
from $6.95
Calling all book lovers! These lovely wood veneer bookmarks will add a natural touch to your books, and hold your place with ease.
Dimensions: 5.5" long x 1.5" wide (6.5" x 2" in sleeve)
Made by Foreste in Montreal, QC.
This item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired.
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"
Made by Harper Collins in Toronto, ON
Sloth Bookmark
from $9.95
The Booksloth, ridiculously cute, is waiting to hang out with you. The perfect reading partner, they don’t bother you and they keep your spot.
Added bonus each sloth comes with a Booksloth sticker, perfect for your waterbottle, laptop or notebook.
Made by N Product in Ottawa, Ontario.
This item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired. There may be variations in color.
Ottawa Map Notebook
$12.95
A notebook made for Ottawa natives and visitors alike, this one has beautiful colour scheme and grippy cover texture. The Ottawa Map notebook is functional and inspirational for all your writing needs.
Measures 5.25” x 8.25”, 54 pages, lined paper.
Made by I Like Maps in Montreal, Quebec.
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.
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
Maker House 2023 Advent Calendar - Limited Edition!
$229.95
Let the countdown begin with this ALL NEW for 2023, one of a kind, limited edition, not your typical, advent calendar!
Lovingly put together by our crew at Maker House, this freshly curated advent calendar is packed full of Canadian made goodness from 24 different makers.
Imagine opening this huge box on December 1st and beginning your daily journey. Each day has it's own little package, sealed with a unique label, waiting for you to open and enjoy.
We've kept the magic of searching for the right day by mixing them all up, all you have to do is flip through and find the right numbered package to claim your surprise of the day.
Pre-Order now (take advantage of our special early bird price valid until Oct 31st!), limited number available, for pickup or delivery by November 28th... why let the kids have all the fun?!!
Included in this unique advent calendar you will find:
- Four days of delicious chocolate from four different makers
- Eight days of fine food / drink
- Indigenous-made products
- Local bath & body products to pamper yourself
- Lovely ornaments & more!
Giving the box as a gift? Concerned about allergens? Just hate surprises? Send us an email to hello@makerhouse.com and we will gladly answer any questions about what's in the box.
Shipping your advent calendar? We suggest ordering BEFORE NOVEMBER 16th to allow at least two weeks for your package to arrive. We are not responsible if your package arrives after December 1st, it just means you get to open more than one day to start your advent journey.
Due to the size of the box Advent Calendars do not qualify for free / flat rate shipping.
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).
Santa and the North Pole elves have so much to do, they have asked us to ask you to not add other items to your cart along with your advent calendar/s. It would be super helpful if you could place a second order for your other purchases. Santa and the elves thank you for helping them.
All gift boxes are FINAL SALE.
No substitutions please. Want different items? Click on Custom Gift Box Creation and follow the directions for your personalized Gift Box!
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.
Dimensions: 18"x12"x6" White (S-16680)
Lovingly put together by Maker House Co., right here in Ottawa!
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.
Thunderbird and Orca (Red) Notebook
$4.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please!
This fun little thunderbird and killer whale notebook is waiting for you to write and draw all of your random thoughts and images inside.
Designed by Haida artist Corey Bulpitt.
"I am honoured to create art that respects the traditions of my ancestors from the Naikun Raven clan on Haida Gwaii." - Corey Bulpitt
4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper, 60 pages - perforated, unlined
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.
Birthday Calendar (Epic Trees)
$24.95
Never forget anyone's birthday with this reusable birthday calendar!
Every month is an illustration of a different spectacular tree - the tallest, oldest, thickest, and all around most epic trees in the world! Now looking for your friend's and family member's birthdays will teach you a few things about nature at the same time.
Size: 5.25" x 11"
Made by The Paperhood in 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.
Parks Canada Vintage 2024 Wall Calendar
$29.95
This 2024 vintage style calendar will remind you and your visitors of their favourite Parks Canada places with beautifully printed images featuring the Vintage design series:
Cover - Gros Morne National Park
January - Yoho National Park
February - Thaidene Nene National Park Reserve
March - Kouchibouguac National Park
April - The Forks National Historic Site
May - Bruce Peninsula National Park
June - Pukaskwa National Park
July - Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve
August - Banff National Park
September - Elk Island National Park
October - Lake Louise Banff National Park
November - Forillon National Park
December - Nááts'įhch'oh National Park Reserve
• January to December 2024
• Size 10" x 14"
• Matte finish
This item is part of Parks Canada official merchandise, meaning every purchase supports national parks, historic sites and marine conservation areas.
The merchandise program was created by Parks Canada to help raise awareness, appreciation and support for Parks Canada's ongoing efforts to protect and preserve our natural and historic treasures on behalf of current and future generations
Made by Parks Canada in Toronto, ON.
Stamped Spoon Bookmark - Fell Asleep Here
$21.95
Hold your place in the book you're reading with an adorable stamped spoon bookmark!
These antique, upcycled tea spoons have been hand-stamped, bent and made new again.
Made by Infinite Purpose Jewelry in Ottawa, Ontario.
Because this item is handcrafted, slight variations are to be expected and admired.
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.
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.
Turtle Notebook
$4.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please!
This beautiful little turtle notebook is waiting for you to write and draw all of your random thoughts and images inside.
Designed by Ojibway artist Jason Adair.
“Through my paintings I share our teachings, legends and myths. Woodland style painted in vibrant colours offers healing for myself and the viewer." - Jason Adair
4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper, 60 pages - perforated, unlined
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.
Howling Wolf Notebook
$4.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please!
This beautiful little howling wolf notebook is waiting for you to write and draw all of your random thoughts and images inside.
Designed by Coast Salish artist, Darrell Thorne
"My art and culture express the inter-connection of all that surrounds us." - Darrell Thorne
4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper, 60 pages - perforated, unlined
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.
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.
Best Hikes: Ottawa-Gatineau
$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.
Octopus Notebook
$4.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please!
This fun little octopus notebook is waiting for you to write and draw all of your random thoughts and images inside.
Designed by Haida artist Ernest Swanson.
"Art is central in our traditions and expresses who we are as a people. I am honoured to be an artist and share our culture with the world." - Ernest Swanson
4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper, 60 pages - perforated, unlined
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.
Sasquatch Notebook
$4.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please!
This beautiful little bigfoot notebook is waiting for you to write and draw all of your random thoughts and images inside.
Perfect for all of you cryptozoologists out there.
Designed by Coast Salish artist Francis Horne Sr.
“Our art retells our ancestors’ stories about our connection to the land that we have respectfully lived on for thousands of years.” - Francis Horne Sr.
4" x 5.75", FSC approved paper, 60 pages - perforated, unlined
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.
Coffee - Jumbo Magnetic Bookmark
$8.95
Read and Plan with your very own Coffee Cup magnetic bookmark! With the use of magnets, the bookmark is able to clip over your page and stay where you last left it. It does a great job at cheering you on through any daily planning or book reading. Designed, printed, hand-made, and assembled with lots of love!
Created using photo stock and thin magnet, these vibrant bookmarks are just the right thickness to ensure they securely keep their spot while not damaging the pages in your book. Each bookmark has a designed front and back as seen in photos. It is a perfect companion while reading!
Magnetic bookmarks are not just for reading or planning! They are also great for: party and wedding favors, textbooks for studying, or recipe holders!
Material: Durable photo stock paper + Magnetic squares
Made by Craftedvan in Vancouver, BC
