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.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
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.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Great Canadian Cottage Puzzle Book (Final Sale)
$16.99 $18.99
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 Collins in Toronto, ON
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Lost Ottawa Book Two
$19.95
Lost Ottawa was a huge hit last year - so big in fact that it outsold all other local interest books about other Canadian cities like Montreal and Toronto.
Lost Ottawa is now back with Book Two! Many new stories about places like Bytowne Cinema, the Ottawa Ex, and Peter's Pantry! Don't miss out on even more local trivia!
Measures 6" x 9" / 161 pages
Distributed by Ottawa Press and Publishing in Ottawa, ON.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
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.
Measures 22 cm x 22cm x 2 cm, 30 pages
Made by Paul Covello, an illustrator and designer from Toronto, Ontario.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
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.
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
Native Northwest products are guided by the following principles:
- 100% of the art featured on Native Northwest products is designed by Indigenous artists
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- 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.
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.
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.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
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 cm
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.
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
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Ottawa Rewind 2: More Curios And Mysteries (Final Sale)
$19.95 $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.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Ottawa Road Trips: Your 100-km Getaway Guide Book
Sold Out - $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.
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: 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
Sold Out - $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,
Distributed by Raincoast Books from Richmond, British Columbia.
Hummingbird Bookmark
$1.95
Now you can enjoy a beautiful piece of indigenous art wherever you please! This fun little hummingbird bookmark is waiting to help mark your page.
Designed by Gitxsan artist Karen Francis.
"I enjoy the process of creating art. I love that through my art, I can share my story and culture with others. Art has universal expression that touches the human experience." - Karen Francis
2" x 6.5" bookmark
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.
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.
Published by Raincoast Books
Upcycled Book Phone Charger - Shakespeare
Sold Out - $99.99
This upcycled book will wirelessly charge your device and look classy while doing so. A wireless Qi charger that supports most current devices is built right into this book. Say goodbye to annoying cables or unsightly chargers and say hello to sophistication and class.
This product is made from a previously enjoyed book and may show signs of wear from being loved in it’s first life. This book has been given a second life so that it can give your device life.
Product details:
Dimensions: Width 5.5”, Height 7.5”, Depth 1.5”
Charger: Wireless Qi charger with overcurrent and temperature protection
- Wireless Charger Enabled Book
- Power adapter
- 1m (3ft) USB charge cable
Compatible Devices:
(Not all phones are listed. Please check your model to see if it supports Qi wireless charging)
- Apple: iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, New iPhone SE, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
- Samsung Galaxy: Note 10 Plus 5G, Note 10 Plus, Note 10, S10 5G, S10 Plus, S10, S10e, Note 9, S9, S9+, Note 8, S8, S8+, S7, S7 Edge (Plus more devices)
- Huawei: Mate 30 Pro, P30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro,
- Google: Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3,
- Nexus: Nexus 6, Nexus 5
- Sony: Xperia XZ3, Xperia XZ2 Premium, Xperia XZ2 (Plus more devices)
- LG: G7 ThinQ, V30
Made by Classy Charge in Ottawa, Ontario.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Upcycled Book Phone Charger - Charles Dickens
Sold Out - $99.99
This upcycled book will wirelessly charge your device and look classy while doing so. A wireless Qi charger that supports most current devices is built right into this book. Say goodbye to annoying cables or unsightly chargers and say hello to sophistication and class.
This product is made from a previously enjoyed book and may show signs of wear from being loved in it’s first life. This book has been given a second life so that it can give your device life.
Product details:
Dimensions: Width 5.5”, Height 7.5”, Depth 1.5”
Charger: Wireless Qi charger with overcurrent and temperature protection
- Wireless Charger Enabled Book
- Power adapter
- 1m (3ft) USB charge cable
Compatible Devices:
(Not all phones are listed. Please check your model to see if it supports Qi wireless charging)
- Apple: iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, New iPhone SE, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
- Samsung Galaxy: Note 10 Plus 5G, Note 10 Plus, Note 10, S10 5G, S10 Plus, S10, S10e, Note 9, S9, S9+, Note 8, S8, S8+, S7, S7 Edge (Plus more devices)
- Huawei: Mate 30 Pro, P30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro,
- Google: Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3,
- Nexus: Nexus 6, Nexus 5
- Sony: Xperia XZ3, Xperia XZ2 Premium, Xperia XZ2 (Plus more devices)
- LG: G7 ThinQ, V30
Made by Classy Charge in Ottawa, Ontario.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.
Bookbinding DIY Kit
$64.95
Thanks to this bookbinding kit, you'll have the opportunity to learn how to make books the traditional way and create 2 beautiful and modern notebooks along the way.
Everything you need is included:
- A booklet with detailed instructions
- 1 set of floral covers
- 1 set of tropical covers
- 40 lined sheets
- 40 blank sheets
- 2 spools of waxed thread
- 1 pair of small sewing scissors
- 2 smoothers
- 4 sewing needles
- 2 metal clips
- 1 punch
- 1 metal ruler of 15 cm
Made by Baltic Club in Montreal, QC
Nibi is Water/Nibi Aawon Nbiish
$10.95
Nibi is water and water is life.
A first conversation about the importance of Nibi—which means water in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe)—and our role to thank, respect, love, and protect it. Babies and toddlers can follow Nibi as it rains and snows, splashes or rows, drips and sips. Written from an Anishinaabe water protector’s perspective, the book is in dual language—English and Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe).
Written and Illustrated by Joanne Robertson
Translated by Shirley Williams and Isadore Toulouse
Published by Second Story Press in Toronto, ON
Upcycled Book Phone Charger - Reader's Digest
$99.99
This upcycled book will wirelessly charge your device and look classy while doing so. A wireless Qi charger that supports most current devices is built right into this book. Say goodbye to annoying cables or unsightly chargers and say hello to sophistication and class.
This product is made from a previously enjoyed book and may show signs of wear from being loved in it’s first life. This book has been given a second life so that it can give your device life.
Product details:
Dimensions: Width 5.5”, Height 7.5”, Depth 1.5”
Charger: Wireless Qi charger with overcurrent and temperature protection
- Wireless Charger Enabled Book
- Power adapter
- 1m (3ft) USB charge cable
Compatible Devices:
(Not all phones are listed. Please check your model to see if it supports Qi wireless charging)
- Apple: iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, New iPhone SE, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
- Samsung Galaxy: Note 10 Plus 5G, Note 10 Plus, Note 10, S10 5G, S10 Plus, S10, S10e, Note 9, S9, S9+, Note 8, S8, S8+, S7, S7 Edge (Plus more devices)
- Huawei: Mate 30 Pro, P30 Pro, Mate 20 Pro,
- Google: Pixel 4 XL, Pixel 4, Pixel 3 XL, Pixel 3,
- Nexus: Nexus 6, Nexus 5
- Sony: Xperia XZ3, Xperia XZ2 Premium, Xperia XZ2 (Plus more devices)
- LG: G7 ThinQ, V30
Made by Classy Charge in Ottawa, Ontario.
With every purchase we make a donation to #CraftChange.