The Canadian Outdoor Equipment Co.

Don’t forget, Stephan Kesting’s book signing is happening tomorrow at COEC.

Join us in-store from 1 PM–4 PM to meet Stephan, get your copy of Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic signed, and spend an afternoon with fellow outdoor readers and backcountry travellers.

See you there!

Do we need a reason to have a picnic? No.
Is International Picnic Day a good enough excuse? Absolutely.

This year, skip the packed lunch and cook your picnic fresh outside - 'cause a meal always tastes better when it is made outdoors.

A Trangia cookset makes it simple. Compact, reliable, versatile, and quiet, it turns almost any outdoor spot into a place to cook a proper meal, from the backyard to the backcountry.

Need help choosing the right Trangia? Check out our complete guide to Trangia cooksets and find your perfect outdoor cooking setup.

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Summer is just around the corner and Father's Day is coming up soon. Show your appreciation and find the perfect gift for your dad who loves the outdoors.

• Gransfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet
• Suluk 46 Yuka 240 Pull Saw
• Esker Folding Wooden Bucksaw
• Lars Fält EDC folding knife
• Savotta Kahakka 25L daypack

Which one would you choose?

New Product Alert: Optimus Gemini II

The Optimus Gemini II packs two powerful burners into one compact, durable stove, giving you the freedom to boil water while simmering dinner at the same time. Independent burner controls make camp cooking easy and precise, while built-in wind protection and reliable heat performance help you cook confidently in changing outdoor conditions.

For World Environment Day we’re taking a moment to share how we work to reduce our impact on the environment each and every day.

Environmental stewardship is a core part of how we operate. It shows up in the details of everything we do:

• 98% plastic-free packaging, with small amounts of plastic tape used only for securing axes
• 100% compostable bags for liquids and small items
• Sustainability as a key factor in how we choose the brands we carry
• Reprocessing incoming cardboard and boxes to reuse as protective packaging

It’s an ongoing process, and our commitment is to keep improving every day.

If you’d like to learn more, read our blog “COEC’s Sustainability In Focus” on our website.

What’s one step, big or small, you’re committing to this Earth Day?

A 1,600 km solo journey through the Canadian sub-arctic is not the kind of story you forget quickly.

In Perseverance: Life and Death in the Subarctic, Stephan Kesting shares a powerful account of remote northern travel, including the risks, beauty, planning, and mental grit required to keep moving through truly wild country.

This month, Stephan is stopping by COEC for an in-store book signing.

Stephan Kesting Book Signing
Saturday, June 13 | 1 PM–4 PM
In-store at The Canadian Outdoor Equipment Co.

Bring your copy, or pick one up in-store, and meet the author behind the journey.

Have you ever used a twig stove? They are the perfect packable back country companion for contained fires. Our Bushcraft Essential twig stoves come in multiple sizes and are suitable for 1-4 people. They allow you to make use of nearly all combustible materials you can find while in the forest. The best parts? There's no more running out of fuel, they work in any temperature, and there's no fuel canisters or bottles to pack in or out!

Hydration is of utmost importance, whether at home or in the woods.

Klean Kanteen wide mouth bottles are built for reliable, clean hydration wherever you go. Made from 100% 18/8 food-grade stainless steel with no liners or coatings.The extra-wide opening makes filling, pouring, and cleaning easy, and they pair seamlessly with standard backcountry water filters.

Available in 800 ml, 946 ml, 1.2 L, and 1.9 L sizes, they are durable, dishwasher safe, and free from BPA's and other toxins. A dependable, reusable option for everyday use and backcountry travel.

Canoe season is calling.

If you’re planning to get out on the water this spring, now’s the time to gear up. RBW Canoe Packs are built for the journey: rugged, high-quality, and purpose-designed to handle portages, spring downpours, and everything in between.

These packs aren’t just tough, they’re purposefully designed for canoe tripping, with the durability and reliability you can depend on when you’re deep in the backcountry.

We have plenty in-store and ready to check out. Come see them up close, feel the quality for yourself, and get ready for your next adventure.

Stay ready for anything outdoors with the Bushmen Thermo Tarp.

Built from lightweight, waterproof ripstop polyester with triple-stitched durability, this all-season essential does more than just keep you dry. Its reflective layer blocks harmful UV rays (UPF 50+) in hot weather and bounces heat back to you when temperatures drop. It's the perfect tarp for unpredictable conditions.

Whether you're bushcrafting, hunting, or camping, this tarp adapts to your needs.