Canadian Sweater Company – Brand Review & Overview
Canadian Sweater Company is a British Columbia–based knitwear maker founded in 1977, renowned for hand-knit, Cowichan-inspired wool sweaters and cardigans. Each piece is crafted in Canada using traditional techniques and heavy-gauge natural wool, creating garments that are exceptionally warm, durable, and rooted in West Coast sweater heritage.
On this site, the collection highlights classic Cowichan-style designs: cardigans and vests featuring whales, bears, polar bears, thunderbirds, and other coastal or Canadian motifs, along with chunky zip sweaters and wool vests. These knits are designed as lifelong, heirloom-quality pieces—substantial enough to act as outerwear in cool weather and distinctive enough to serve as statement items in any cold-weather wardrobe.
As you browse this category, think about the fit and motif that best match your style—a traditional animal or thunderbird pattern, a neutral chunky cardigan, or a zip sweater you can wear like a jacket. Choosing the right Canadian Sweater Company piece gives you a functional layer for real cold that also celebrates a uniquely Canadian knitwear tradition.
