Made In Canada Gifts — Local services in Ottawa

I went to the store on two separate occasions and on both occasions I had a wonderful experience. The person who made my experience wonderful was the clerk was working on both occasions. She was a beautiful dark skin thin young lady… I’m really sorry I forgot your name! I am from Ottawa and when I travel I always buy gifts there to bring to my friends are abroad. The first time I bought smoked salmon in a wooden box with Inuit art on it. The second time I bought two bottles of large maple syrup with some maple butter. The young lady who’s served me was so pleasant and patient with me. She even googled for me if it was allowed to bring smoked salmon on a plane. She made pleasant conversation with me and when I bought the maple syrup she went through the effort of wrapping them carefully so they don’t break when I put them in my luggage. The store is beautiful. They have amazing beautiful souvenirs and artwork. There is another store downstairs not affiliated to them but just not as good. I did compare the prices and although this store is much more high end,the prices are much better. Not to mention they have way better things. More creative and beautiful things. I was looking everywhere in Ottawa for the smoked salmon with the Inuit art on the box. I was very stunned when I found it at the store but pleasantly surprised. To the young lady working at the counter again I am sorry I forgot your name but you are amazing. From now on I know where to go to buy my souvenirs...

I recently visited the Made in Canada Gift Shop in Rideau Mall, expecting to find authentic Canadian-made souvenirs, but my experience was quite disappointing. Despite the store's name, not all items are made in Canada. I was shocked to find souvenirs that were clearly made in China, with no signage or indication in the store about their origin.

When I inquired with the sales associates about this, their response was unprofessional and unfriendly. Instead of offering a clear explanation, I was met with vague and dismissive answers about where the products were actually made. For those specifically looking to purchase authentic Canadian-made gifts, I would not recommend this shop. The misleading nature of the store and the lack of transparency with their products make it hard to trust the authenticity of their...

Hi,

I am a regular customer at the Bayshore Mall, Ottawa. I visited The "Made In Canada Gifts" store at the mall, explored it, and found some of the nicest Canadian-made gifts: a Canada white, grey and red Toque as well as a Canada Flag long winter scarf. The two items are awesome Canadian-made knitwear. I will wear them with pride. The staff were very pleasant and helpful. I will be glad to visit again in the future to see your new knitwear collections. Happy Holidays. Happy New Year 2020. Thank you.

Sincerely, Salim Araji Ottawa,...