Kitchen Appliances / Microwaves Brands

True North: 80/100

Monogram is a luxury appliance brand offering high-end kitchen solutions including microwaves. It is owned by GE Appliances, which is a subsidiary of the Chinese multinational Haier Group, and products are sold in Canada through authorized third-party appliance specialists.

True North: 70/100

Viking is a heritage safety gear brand specializing in workwear and safety footwear, owned by the UK-based conglomerate Bunzl PLC via its Canadian subsidiary McCordick Glove & Safety. While the brand emphasizes its century-long history and Canadian design team, it does not publicly disclose the specific manufacturing locations for its product lines.

True North: 70/100

Salton is a Canadian consumer products company specializing in small kitchen appliances, owned and operated by Salton Appliances (1985) Corp. based in Quebec. While the brand has a long-standing Canadian presence, specific manufacturing locations for its products are not disclosed on its website.

True North: 70/100

Danby is a Canadian-owned appliance brand headquartered in Guelph, Ontario, specializing in compact appliances like microwaves and air quality products. While the company is Canadian-based and ships directly from Ontario, specific manufacturing locations for individual products are not explicitly disclosed.

True North: 20/100

Panasonic is a major global electronics manufacturer headquartered in Japan, producing a diverse range of consumer goods including cameras, home appliances, and personal care devices. The brand operates a dedicated Canadian subsidiary and e-commerce store, offering domestic shipping and localized warranty support from their Ontario-based headquarters.

True North: 20/100

Bosch is a German-owned global manufacturer of automotive parts, home appliances, and power tools. While the brand has a significant corporate presence in Canada, most products are sold through third-party retailers rather than direct-to-consumer.

True North: 10/100

Cuisinart is a prominent kitchenware brand specializing in food processors and small appliances, owned by the American firm Conair LLC. The brand maintains a dedicated Canadian division and distribution center in Ontario, offering direct domestic shipping and standard multi-year warranties.

True North: 10/100

Wolf is a premium American appliance brand specializing in high-performance cooking equipment, including microwaves and ranges. It is owned by the US-based Sub-Zero Group, Inc., and its products are manufactured in Wisconsin and Arizona, though they are primarily sold in Canada through authorized third-party showrooms rather than direct-to-consumer online.

True North: 10/100

Broan-NuTone is a prominent manufacturer of residential ventilation and kitchen appliances, including over-the-range microwaves, owned by the US-based Madison Industries. While the brand maintains a significant manufacturing and administrative presence in Drummondville, Quebec, specific country-of-origin labeling for their microwave line is not explicitly disclosed on their primary digital platforms.

True North: 10/100

Hamilton Beach is a long-standing American brand specializing in a wide variety of small kitchen appliances, including coffee makers, air fryers, and blenders. While the brand is owned by a US-based holding company, it operates a dedicated Canadian site that ships domestically, though specific manufacturing locations for individual products are not explicitly stated.

True North: 10/100

Toshiba Lifestyle produces home appliances like microwaves and toasters, and is majority-owned by the Chinese Midea Group. While the brand emphasizes its Japanese heritage and design roots, most manufacturing details for the Canadian market are not explicitly disclosed on their primary website.

True North: 10/100

Maytag is a long-standing American appliance brand owned by Whirlpool Corporation, specializing in heavy-duty kitchen and laundry machines. While many of its products are designed and assembled in the United States, specific manufacturing locations for individual microwave models are not explicitly disclosed on the Canadian site.

True North: 10/100

Samsung is a global leader in consumer electronics, including mobile devices, home appliances, and computing, owned by South Korea-based Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. The brand operates a dedicated Canadian online store that ships domestically within Canada, though specific country-of-origin details for individual products are not explicitly stated on the main site.

True North: 10/100

LG is a South Korean multinational electronics brand owned by LG Corp, specializing in home entertainment and appliances. The brand operates a direct Canadian storefront through its local subsidiary, offering domestic shipping and support, though specific product manufacturing origins are not explicitly stated on the corporate website.

True North: 0/100

Breville is an Australian-owned manufacturer of premium kitchen appliances, including coffee machines and air fryers, headquartered in Sydney. While products are designed in Australia, manufacturing locations are not explicitly disclosed on their Canadian website.

True North: 0/100

Sharp is a major manufacturer of consumer electronics, specializing in televisions and microwave ovens for the Canadian market. The brand is owned by the Japanese-based Sharp Corporation, though it does not sell directly to consumers via its Canadian website, instead relying on a network of authorized national retailers.

True North: 0/100

Frigidaire is a major home appliance brand owned by the Swedish multinational Electrolux Group. While they maintain a significant presence in Canada through major retailers, specific manufacturing origins for their small appliances like toasters and mixers are not disclosed on their primary Canadian website.

True North: 0/100

Electrolux is a Swedish-owned global appliance brand, part of the AB Electrolux group headquartered in Stockholm. In Canada, they sell a variety of household goods including microwaves and vacuums through major authorized retailers, offering a standard one-year limited warranty.

True North: 0/100

Café sells premium, design-focused kitchen appliances including coffee makers and microwaves. The brand is part of GE Appliances, which is ultimately owned by the Haier Group based in China.

True North: 0/100

JennAir is a luxury appliance brand specializing in high-end kitchen products including microwaves and built-in ovens. It is owned by the American Whirlpool Corporation and operates in Canada through a network of authorized third-party retailers.

True North: 0/100

Miele is a high-end German manufacturer of domestic appliances, including coffee makers and vacuums, owned by the Miele and Zinkann families. While it maintains a strong 'Made in Germany' identity, the company operates production facilities across several European countries and China.

True North: 0/100

Thermador is a luxury kitchen appliance brand owned by the German-based BSH Hausgeräte GmbH (Bosch Group). While the brand highlights that many products are manufactured in the United States, it does not offer direct-to-consumer sales in Canada, operating instead through authorized retail partners.

True North: 0/100

KitchenAid is a major kitchen appliance brand owned by the American Whirlpool Corporation. While they operate a direct Canadian storefront shipping from domestic warehouses, specific manufacturing origins for the broad product line are not explicitly stated on the Canadian site.

True North: 0/100

Amana is a long-standing appliance brand specializing in microwaves and kitchen solutions, owned by the American-based Whirlpool Corporation. While the brand has a significant retail presence in Canada, it does not sell directly to consumers through its website, and specific manufacturing origins for its microwave products are not disclosed.