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Canadian Tire
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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:
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 90 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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90d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 90 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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90d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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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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Altitude Sports
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True North: 90/100 Altitude Sports maintains high economic retention within Canada due to its domestic ownership structure and localized strategic control. Its True North score reflects a business model where profits and operational spending remain largely within the Canadian ecosystem. Vector breakdown:
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$74
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Retailer has no physical locations in Canada
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N/A |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes Montreal heritage and mountain wilderness motifs. 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.
Mountain and Wilderness Imagery
Brand Identity
Montreal Regional Anchoring
Brand Identity
Local Community Framing
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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The Last Hunt
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True North: 90/100 The Last Hunt demonstrates high economic retention as a Canadian-owned e-commerce retailer. Its True North score is bolstered by domestic strategic control and operational footprint within Quebec. While inventory sourcing is global, the capital and control remain firmly within the Canadian economy. Vector breakdown:
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$200
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Retailer does not sell online
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N/A |
Retailer has no physical locations in Canada
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N/A |
Verified return cost data.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its Montreal heritage and wilderness-adjacent nomenclature. 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.
Details: 100/100
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Running Room
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True North: 90/100 Running Room maintains a high True North score due to its status as a Canadian-owned and operated entity. While retail inventory is subject to global supply chains, the capital, control, and operational footprint are deeply rooted in Canada. Vector breakdown:
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$150
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its Edmonton origins and family-owned Canadian status. 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.
100% Canadian Owned
βThe Running Room is a proudly Canadian family-owned company.β
Website
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Local place anchoring (Edmonton)
βFounded in 1984 by John Stanton in an old house in Edmonton.β
Brand Identity
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Established in Edmonton, Canada
βThe Running Room originated in 1984 out of founder John Stanton's wish to purchase quality running shoes from someone who knew about running.β
Website
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Details: 100/100
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Golf Town
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True North: 90/100 Golf Town operates as a Canadian-owned entity under the Sporting Life Group. Its True North score is supported by domestic ownership and strategic control, ensuring high economic retention within the Canadian market. Vector breakdown:
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$99
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes its status as a national sporting goods authority through maple leaf iconography and nationalistic slogans. 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.
Maple Leaf Iconography
Brand Identity
Nationalistic Positioning
Brand Identity
Local Place Anchoring
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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Sail
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True North: 90/100 Sail achieves a high True North score due to its status as a Canadian-owned and operated entity with its strategic core in Quebec. Most economic value remains in Canada through domestic ownership and payroll, though the score is slightly offset by the global supply chains common in the outdoor retail sector. Vector breakdown:
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$74
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes outdoor wilderness exploration, Quebec-based heritage, and a history dating back to 1970. 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
Implicit Wilderness Symbolism
Brand Identity
Local Place Anchoring
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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Atmosphere
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True North: 90/100 Atmosphere achieves a high True North score as it is a subsidiary of a major Canadian-owned and controlled corporation. Its profits, management, and primary operations remain within the Canadian economy, though product sourcing is largely global. Vector breakdown:
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$99
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes wilderness imagery and mountain iconography. 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.
Mountain and Wilderness Imagery
Brand Identity
Local Community Framing
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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Costco Canada
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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:
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Free
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 90 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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90d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 90 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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90d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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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.
Generic local framing
Logo
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Details: 90/100
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Walmart Canada
Walmart Inc.
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True North: 30/100 True North measures how much of your spending stays in Canada. Vector breakdown:
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$35
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 90 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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90d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 90 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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90d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 21, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes national iconography and its long-standing operational presence in the country. 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
βThe Walmart Canada logo features a red maple leaf.β
Brand Identity
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Canadian operations mentioned
βWalmart Canada was established in 1994 with the purchase of the Woolco Canada chain.β
Website
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Details: 85/100
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Amazon Canada
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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:
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$35
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Retailer has no physical locations in Canada
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N/A |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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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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Cabela's Canada
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True North: 20/100 Cabela's Canada receives a True North score reflecting its status as a foreign-owned entity with a high operational footprint. While the capital and strategic control remain in the United States, the business maintains substantial physical infrastructure and employment within Canada. Economic retention is primarily driven by payroll and local operational expenditures rather than profit retention. Vector breakdown:
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$149
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 60 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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60d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 60 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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60d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Ambiguous claim
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes maple leaf iconography, national naming conventions, and regional heritage anchoring in Winnipeg. That symbolism is higher than the provided economic baseline.
Based on publicly available information we could verify as of Jan 22, 2026.
We couldnβt verify this claim from official or primary sources.
This is a consumer guidance signal, not a legal determination.
Maple leaf iconography
Brand Identity
National naming and wilderness motifs
Brand Identity
Regional heritage anchoring
Website
Details: 55/100
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Bass Pro Shops
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True North: 10/100 Bass Pro Shops operates as a wholly foreign-owned entity within the Canadian market. While it maintains a physical presence and employs local staff at its destination retail locations, the strategic control and capital retention remain concentrated in the United States. Consequently, the True North score is primarily driven by its operational footprint rather than ownership or strategic autonomy. Vector breakdown:
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None
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Customer pays return shipping β’ Window: 60 days β’ Returns to: USA
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60d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 60 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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60d |
Customer is responsible for return shipping costs.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes wilderness motifs and the 'Great North' aesthetic. That symbolism is higher 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.
Wilderness and 'North' Imagery
Brand Identity
Regional Store Anchoring
Brand Identity
Details: 75/100
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Under Armour Canada
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True North: 10/100 Under Armour Canada functions as a foreign-controlled subsidiary within the Canadian market. While it maintains a physical presence and employs local staff, the True North score reflects that capital and strategic control remain outside of Canada. Economic retention is primarily limited to retail operations and domestic payroll. Vector breakdown:
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$75
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 60 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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60d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 60 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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60d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes localized branding and national iconography. That symbolism is higher 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.
Localized Iconography
Brand Identity
Local Identity Framing
Brand Identity
Details: 80/100
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Adidas Canada
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True North: 10/100 Adidas Canada maintains a True North score of 10. While the company has a substantial operational footprint and employment impact within the country, capital ownership and strategic control reside entirely with the foreign parent entity. The score reflects a high level of economic leakage to the German parent organization. Vector breakdown:
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$50
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Matches evidence
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes regional naming and local community framing. That symbolism is aligned with 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.
Regional Identity Framing
βAdidas Canadaβ
Brand Identity
Details: 100/100
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Nike Canada
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True North: 10/100 Nike Canada maintains a low True North score primarily because capital ownership and strategic control remain entirely outside of Canada. While the company provides significant local employment and maintains a wide retail footprint, the financial surplus flows to its American parent. Economic retention is largely confined to operational expenses such as payroll and real estate leases. Vector breakdown:
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$190
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Free prepaid return label or free drop-off β’ Window: 30 days β’ Returns to: Canada
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30d |
Full refund to original payment, 30+ day window β’ Window: 30 days β’ Refund: Original Payment
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30d |
Free returns with prepaid label provided by the retailer.
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Claims
As of Jan 22, 2026
Marketing language
In Canada, the brand's public identity emphasizes localized city-based community anchoring and a dedicated national digital presence. That symbolism is higher 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.
Local place anchoring
Brand Identity
Generic community framing
Website
Details: 85/100
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