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What should I check before buying something labelled Canadian?
Read the exact wording on the label, look up the manufacturer in a [directory](/directory) for a dated check rather than trusting the label alone, ask which product line the claim covers if you order directly, and remember that self-declared and unchecked listings still reflect the manufacturer's own word, not an independent review.
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Before you buy
Confirm the wording (Product of Canada vs Made in Canada vs unregulated phrases like Canadian company), then look up the manufacturer for a dated, independent check.
If something looks off
A claim that seems inconsistent with the product's price, materials or origin can be reported to the Competition Bureau.
See how checks work and pricing for manufacturers.
Sources
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