Home Improvement & Tools / Snowblowers Brands

True North: 70/100

MotoMaster is a private-label automotive brand owned by the Canadian Tire Corporation. While the brand is marketed as 'Tested for life in Canada,' specific manufacturing origins are not disclosed brand-wide and vary by individual product line.

True North: 30/100

Honda is a major manufacturer of power equipment, including generators, owned by the Japanese-based Honda Motor Co., Ltd. In Canada, the brand operates through a subsidiary founded in 1969 and distributes its products exclusively through a nationwide network of authorized dealers rather than selling direct-to-consumer online.

True North: 10/100

Briggs & Stratton is a long-standing American manufacturer of power equipment and engines, currently owned by the private equity firm KPS Capital Partners. While the brand emphasizes its U.S. assembly for many engines, it does not sell directly to Canadian consumers online, requiring buyers to use authorized local retailers.

True North: 10/100

Yard Machines is a budget-focused brand specializing in snowblowers and lawn equipment, owned by the American conglomerate Stanley Black & Decker. The brand primarily distributes through major third-party retailers in Canada, with manufacturing origins not explicitly disclosed on their primary website.

True North: 10/100

Troy-Bilt is a long-standing American outdoor power equipment brand owned by Stanley Black & Decker. While it maintains manufacturing operations in the United States, it operates a dedicated Canadian subsidiary and distribution network, providing low-risk direct purchasing for Canadian consumers.

True North: 10/100

Milwaukee is a global manufacturer of power tools, hand tools, and safety gear owned by Techtronic Industries (TTI) based in Hong Kong. While they manufacture globally across the USA, Mexico, Europe, and Asia, they do not sell direct-to-consumer in Canada, instead relying on a network of authorized retailers like Home Depot.

True North: 10/100

DeWalt is a globally recognized manufacturer of power tools and hardware owned by the American company Stanley Black & Decker. While the brand highlights specific product lines made in the USA with global materials, the manufacturing origin of its broader Canadian catalog remains largely undisclosed.

True North: 10/100

Champion Power Equipment is a US-based manufacturer of generators and outdoor power tools headquartered in California. While the products are designed and engineered in the United States, manufacturing is primarily conducted in China, and the brand sells exclusively through authorized third-party retailers in Canada.

True North: 10/100

Toro is a major American manufacturer of lawn mowers and snow blowers owned by The Toro Company and headquartered in Minnesota. While they maintain a global manufacturing footprint including the US and Mexico, they serve Canadian consumers primarily through a local network of authorized dealers and big-box retailers.

True North: 10/100

Cub Cadet is a prominent manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, including lawn mowers and snow blowers. The brand is owned by the American company Stanley Black & Decker and manufactures its products in the United States using global components.

True North: 10/100

Yamaha Motor Canada is the domestic subsidiary of Japan-based Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., selling generators, power equipment, and vehicle audio systems. While specific manufacturing locations for individual units are not disclosed on the Canadian site, the brand operates a direct-to-consumer shop for accessories and parts with shipping originating from within Canada.

True North: 10/100

MTD is a major manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, including snowblowers and lawn mowers, owned by the American conglomerate Stanley Black & Decker. While the products are primarily designed and engineered in the United States, manufacturing is distributed across the US, Mexico, and Europe.

True North: 0/100

Makita is a global manufacturer of industrial-grade power tools and accessories, owned by the Japan-based Makita Corporation. While the brand maintains a significant corporate and service presence in Whitby, Ontario, specific manufacturing origins for individual products are not explicitly stated on the Canadian website.

True North: 0/100

PowerSmart is a budget-oriented brand of outdoor power equipment and tools owned by the American company Amerisun Inc. Canadian consumers should note that the brand does not ship directly to Canada from its official website, making local authorized retailers the primary source for procurement.

True North: 0/100

Worx specializes in battery-powered lawn equipment and power tools owned by the China-based Positec Group. While they maintain a direct Canadian web store, products ship from North Carolina, with all duties and taxes collected at checkout to prevent delivery surprises.

True North: 0/100

Remington is a long-standing personal care brand specializing in electric shavers and hair styling tools, owned by the American conglomerate Spectrum Brands. While the brand is widely available through major Canadian retailers, its official website does not offer direct shipping to Canada.

True North: 0/100

Poulan Pro is a long-standing brand of outdoor power equipment, including chainsaws and lawn mowers, owned by the Swedish-based Husqvarna Group. While the brand has deep historical roots in the United States, current manufacturing origins and direct Canadian shipping details are not explicitly stated on their official website.

True North: 0/100

Snapper is a long-standing American brand specializing in residential lawn care and snow removal equipment, currently owned by Briggs & Stratton. While the brand highlights that certain product lines are assembled in the USA, Canadian consumers typically purchase through a network of independent dealers or major retailers like Walmart.

True North: 0/100

Simplicity is a historic sewing pattern and craft brand owned by the UK-based IG Design Group PLC. While they offer direct shipping to Canada, orders are dispatched from the United States and are subject to international duties and taxes.

True North: 0/100

Ariens is a prominent American manufacturer of snowblowers and lawn equipment, owned by AriensCo and headquartered in Brillion, Wisconsin. While they maintain significant US-based manufacturing, Canadian customers primarily purchase through a local dealer network or major retailers like Home Depot.

True North: 0/100

Husqvarna is a Swedish manufacturer of outdoor power products, including chainsaws, robotic mowers, and garden tractors. The brand is owned by the Husqvarna Group, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and operates a dedicated Canadian subsidiary for local sales and support.

True North: 0/100

Greenworks specializes in battery-powered outdoor power equipment and generators. The brand is owned by the China-based Globe Tools Group, though products are designed in the United States and shipped to Canadian consumers from a domestic warehouse.

True North: 0/100

Kobalt is a major tool and home improvement brand owned by the American retailer Lowe's and distributed exclusively in Canada through RONA stores. While the brand offers a lifetime guarantee on its hand tools, specific manufacturing locations are not disclosed on its official digital platforms.

True North: 0/100

Snow Joe is a US-based outdoor tool brand headquartered in New Jersey that specializes in winter gear and power equipment. While they design their products in the USA and provide a standard 2-year warranty, they do not ship directly to Canada, so Canadian consumers must purchase through authorized local retailers.