08/01/2026
š Long Weekend Sale is ON!
Stock up and save this Civic Holiday weekend ā the more you spend, the more you save:
Spend $50, save 5%
Spend $100, save 10%
Spend $150, save 15%
No code needed ā discount applies automatically at checkout. Sale runs July 31āAugust 3 only. š§¦
Shop the full collection at greatsox.com
07/03/2026
Excited to announce that our company was profiled by the Globe and Mail for a feature about family business and manufacturing in Canada. Read a short summary on our blog or view the full article below:
https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/article-made-in-canada-boosts-family-run-sock-manufacturer-amid-elbows-up/
05/12/2026
BRAND OF THE WEEKĀ ā Stance Socks are 20% OFF!
From today until Friday, May 15, treat your feet to the best. Whether you're hitting the trails, the gym, or just living your best life ā Stance has you covered.
Sale ends Friday. No code needed ā discount applied automatically. Available online and in store!
03/20/2026
The season's winding down, but your warmth doesn't have to. Stock up on our premium Merino wool thermals at 20% OFF in-store or online at greatsox.com. Ends Monday March 23rd at Midnight!
Made in Canada since 1877. Built to last a lifetime.
02/13/2026
Behind every great pair of socks is a whole lot of hard work, problem-solving, and pride. šØš¦š§¦
This photo captures the reality of sock manufacturing ā skilled operators fine-tuning high-speed knitting machines, monitoring tension, adjusting settings, and making constant micro-corrections to keep quality consistent. These machines are incredible pieces of equipment, but like any production system, they need attention. When something breaks down, production doesnāt just stop ā we troubleshoot, repair, recalibrate, and get it running again. That hands-on dedication is what keeps standards high.
Quality socks donāt happen by accident. They come from:
⢠Careful yarn selection
⢠Precise machine programming
⢠Continuous inspection
⢠Quick response to mechanical issues
⢠Experienced technicians who know how to dial everything back in
Manufacturing in Canada means higher standards, better oversight, and real accountability. It means investing in skilled people, maintaining equipment properly, and never cutting corners just to move product. It also means resilience ā when something goes wrong, we fix it. We donāt outsource the problem.
Canadian-made isnāt just a label ā itās a commitment to craftsmanship, reliability, and supporting local jobs and industry.
Every stitch matters. And so does where itās made. šØš¦
01/01/2026
Okay, let's talk about 2025...
š This was YOUR year
We recievedĀ 43,010 orders total! With about 40% of those coming from in-store purchases at The Great Canadian Sox Shop. That's one order everyĀ 12 minutesĀ ā°
š Your socks traveled far
175,140 pairsĀ of socks left our warehouse this year
If laid end-to-end, that'sĀ 87 kmĀ of premium Merino wool
(Longer than walking from Toronto to Hamilton!)
š Customer love was real
22,832 peopleĀ chose Great Sox andĀ 28%Ā came back for seconds (or thirds... or fourths)
Our most loyal customer? They orderedĀ 4.4 timesĀ this year š
š„ Your top hit
The 96% Wool Weekender was the top seller by far. And almost 30% of you came back for moreābecause once you experience real Canadian made Merino wool comfort, there's no going back!
Thanks for an amazing year. Here's to warm feet, happy customers, and another year of Canadian-made quality. Cheers to 2026! š§¦šØš¦
12/30/2025
Our Boxing Week Sale continues with 20% off sitewide and in storeābut only until January 5th.
Premium Canadian-made Merino wool socks built to last. Whether you're hitting the trails, braving the cold, or just want everyday comfort that doesn't quit, now's the time to stock up.
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12/29/2025
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Big news! We partnered with the Canada Magazine for this ad on the Gardiner at the beginning of December. Did you see it?
Please note our factory we will be closed this week, but you can still shop our Boxing Week Sale in store or online at our Danforth and Queen St locations! Get 20% OFF EVERYTHING. Happy new years š
12/15/2025
"He won't take them off to wash them⦠so I ordered him a few more pairs." šš§¦
When Jessie gave her boyfriend an early Christmas gift of our Hiker GX Merino Wool Hiking Crew Socks, she created a problem: he loved them so much he wouldn't give them up!
⨠What he loves:
- Incredibly comfortable
- No bunching in boots
- 74% Merino wool warmth
The solution? More pairs, of course. Because when you find the perfect sock, one pair is never enough.
Thanks for sharing this, Jessie! Stories like yours remind us why we've been crafting quality socks in Ontario since 1877 šØš¦