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Sojag
Sojag
US Parent company: ShelterLogic Group
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True North
20%
Capital: Foreign
Capital: Foreign (profits)
Control: Shared
Control: Shared (decisions)

Sojag is a manufacturer of outdoor structures that is part of a US-based corporate group. While it maintains a regional operational presence in Quebec, the majority of the economic value via capital and strategic control flows out of Canada. The True North score is primarily influenced by its status as a foreign-owned subsidiary with international manufacturing roots.

Vector Breakdown
Inputs
low
0 /20
Sourcing geography for raw materials and component parts is not explicitly disclosed in public documentation. Sourcing likely follows global supply chain patterns for the outdoor leisure sector.
Capital
Capital (profits)
high
0 /40
The entity is a subsidiary of a foreign parent company headquartered in the United States. Profits and ownership reside within this foreign corporate structure.
Control
Control (decisions)
medium
10 /20
Strategic leadership and corporate governance are centralized at the parent headquarters in the United States. Regional management functions for the brand are maintained in Canada.
Operations
medium
10 /20
The entity maintains a distribution and administrative presence in Quebec. Primary manufacturing and transformation of goods occur outside of Canada.
Origin claims
Best available claim:
Unknown
High
Scope: Unclear
Based on source quality + scope clarity + recency.
Updated Jan 19, 2026
Unknown
Applies to: Not specified
No additional claims found.
Caveats
No caveats noted.
Buying Direct in Canada
Duty: low
CA
Ships From
Canada
CA
Returns To
Canada
Maple Wash Analysis

Measures: Canadian symbolism intensity vs economic reality (True North)

Does not measure: product quality, legality, or whether claims are false

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Symbolic Gap
Aligned
Label is based on gap size, not intent or wrongdoing.
25 - 20 = βœ“
25
Canada Symbolism Score
20
True North
Top Symbolism Signals
+15
Local place anchoring
The brand frequently references its origins in Montreal, Quebec, anchoring its identity to a specific Canadian metropolitan hub.
Brand identity
Observed from Canadian-facing branding (no packaging claims used).
+10
Low intensity implicit symbolism
The brand positions itself within the Canadian market using 'local' framing and a .ca digital presence to signal domestic relevance.
Brand identity
Observed from Canadian-facing branding (no packaging claims used).
Analysis

In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its Montreal heritage and regional corporate roots. That symbolism is higher than the provided economic baseline.

Last analyzed: 1 month ago
Verified Official Retailers

Explicitly authorized by the brand.

Direct Store Available
Where to Buy
4 retailers

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Canadian Tire
Canadian Tire
Flag Canadian Tire Corporation, Limited
Authorized Reseller
🍁🍁🍁 90

True North: 90/100

Canadian Tire demonstrates a very high True North score due to its domestic ownership structure and centralized Canadian control. As a major national employer with headquarters in Toronto, the vast majority of its economic value is retained within the Canadian economy, although its product sourcing remains globally integrated.

Vector breakdown:

  • Capital: 40/40
  • Control: 20/20
  • Operations: 20/20
  • Inputs: 10/20
πŸͺπŸ“¦ Stores + Ships
None
You Pay
Customer pays return shipping β€’ Window: 90 days β€’ Returns to: Canada
90d
Easy
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β€’ Window: 90 days β€’ Refund: Original Payment
90d
You Pay
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
Verified
Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its century-long heritage and its namesake national identity. That symbolism is lower than the provided economic baseline.
Based on publicly available information we could verify as of Jan 22, 2026.
This is a consumer guidance signal, not a legal determination.
Deep Heritage Anchoring
Brand Identity
High Intensity Implicit Symbolism
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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Costco Canada
Costco Canada
Flag Costco Wholesale Corporation
Authorized Reseller
🍁 30

True North: 30/100

Costco Canada represents a foreign-controlled retail model with a substantial physical and operational presence within Canada. While capital retention and strategic control remain outside the country, its True North score is bolstered by significant domestic infrastructure and payroll. The overall value flow reflects a balance between foreign profit extraction and localized operational investment.

Vector breakdown:

  • Capital: 0/40
  • Control: 0/20
  • Operations: 20/20
  • Inputs: 10/20
πŸͺπŸ“¦ Stores + Ships
Free
Free
Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β€’ Window: 90 days β€’ Returns to: Canada
90d
Easy
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β€’ Window: 90 days β€’ Refund: Original Payment
90d
$0
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
Verified
Claims
As of Jan 21, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its localized operational presence and regional sourcing. That symbolism is higher than the provided economic baseline.
Based on publicly available information we could verify as of Jan 21, 2026.
This is a consumer guidance signal, not a legal determination.
Canadian operations mentioned
β€œCostco Wholesale Canada”
Brand Identity See source
Local place anchoring
β€œCanadian Made”
Website See source
Generic local framing
Details: 90/100
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Amazon Canada
Amazon Canada
Flag Amazon.com, Inc.
Sold At
🍁 20

True North: 20/100

Amazon Canada operates as a foreign-controlled retailer with a substantial operational footprint within the country. While it provides significant employment and infrastructure investment, the capital and strategic control remain outside of Canada, resulting in a True North score of 20.

Vector breakdown:

  • Capital: 0/40
  • Control: 0/20
  • Operations: 20/20
  • Inputs: 0/20
πŸ“¦ Ships Only
$35
Free
Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β€’ Window: 30 days β€’ Returns to: Canada
30d
N/A
Retailer has no physical locations in Canada
N/A
$0
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
Mostly supported
Claims
As of Jan 21, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes localized digital presence and seasonal national iconography. That symbolism is higher than the provided economic baseline.
Based on publicly available information we could verify as of Jan 21, 2026.
This is a consumer guidance signal, not a legal determination.
Maple Leaf Iconography
Brand Identity
Localized Digital Framing
Website
Details: 80/100
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Wayfair Canada
Wayfair Canada
Flag Wayfair Inc.
Authorized Reseller
🍁 10

True North: 10/100

Wayfair Canada functions as a foreign-controlled subsidiary with a significant domestic operational footprint. Its True North score reflects the external flow of capital and strategic control, despite local investments in logistics and payroll.

Vector breakdown:

  • Capital: 0/40
  • Control: 0/20
  • Operations: 10/20
  • Inputs: 0/20
πŸ“¦ Ships Only
$50
You Pay
Customer pays return shipping β€’ Window: 30 days β€’ Returns to: Canada
30d
N/A
Retailer has no physical locations in Canada
N/A
$0
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
Mostly supported
Claims
As of Jan 21, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes regional availability through its localized name and digital presence. That symbolism is higher than the provided economic baseline.
Based on publicly available information we could verify as of Jan 21, 2026.
This is a consumer guidance signal, not a legal determination.
Canadian operations mentioned
β€œWayfair.ca”
Website See source
Low intensity identity framing
β€œWayfair Canada”
Brand Identity See source
Details: 85/100
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