With more and more retail stores, salons, and businesses opening up across the country every day, having a face mask to wear indoors is necessary to keep yourself, and others around you safe from COVID-19, according to experts.
That said, having your own lineup of reuseable face masks to keep you healthy, and looking stylish, is only good sense. We’ve rounded up seven locally-made masks from Canadian brands and retailers you can shop today.
Toronto-based Ellie Mae Studios has created reusable, non-medical cotton face masks for consumers. The masks feature ear loops and optional ties to suit any and everyone. According to Ellie Mae Studios, the masks are sewn in Toronto with fabric sourced from European mills. The masks also feature a pocket for consumers to fill with custom filters. Plus, they come in a variety of colours and patterns suited to fit any personal style.
Price: $20-$25. Proceeds from face mask sales at Ellie Mae go towards Feed the Frontlines TO. Click here to shop.
Made in its Toronto Leather Factory, Roots’ reusable lightweight facemasks are washable and made with broadcloth fabric for easier breathing. The mask also has a slip pocket where consumers can place filters. The masks come in a variety of colours and styles.
Price: $22. Proceeds from face mask sales at Roots go towards the Frontline Fund. Click here to shop.
Burlington-based Olive & Splash has created ultra-lightweight bamboo fabric face masks. The bamboo masks boast a buttery-soft stretch material, as well as other benefits you won’t find from single-use masks, like being hypoallergenic, thermal regulating, and antibacterial.
Price: $19.99-$24.99. Click here to shop.
Designed in Vancouver, Kit & Ace’s three-layer masks provide the ultimate breathability and comfort for consumers. The exterior layer is made of water-repellent cotton, the middle layer consists of antimicrobial technology, and the last layer is made of 100% silk.
Kit & Ace releases its facial masks in waves. You can sign up to receive information on when the release dates are, on their website.
Price: $15. All of the proceeds from face mask sales at Kit & Ace go towards COVID relief efforts. Click here to join the waitlist.
The Peace Collective’s machine-washable face masks are minimalist and made of 100% cotton. The masks also feature a filter sheet for added protection and are designed to fit snugly around the nose and chin.
Price: $30 for a two-pack. For every pack purchase, Peace Collective donates one face mask to a frontline worker. Click here to shop.
Made in its Toronto studio, Encircled’s chic, all-black organic cotton face masks include a filter pocket and offer great breathability. Offered in packs of three or five, you can always make sure you have a clean mask on hand.
Price: $52 for a 3-pack. Click here to shop.
Made in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Thief & Bandit’s face masks are made from two layers of handprinted organic cotton crepe. The masks wrap around the face and head comfortably, and feature a filter pouch for consumers. The masks come in a variety of bold and bright patterns, designed to suit those with an eclectic taste.
Price: $29-$36. Click here to shop.