Made in Canada
Nova Craft Canoe
In short
Yes, Nova Craft Canoe makes its products in Canada, in London, ON. It makes canoes in fibreglass, aramid and composite layups. The company is Canadian owned. Founded in 1970.
Ken Fisher started building fibreglass canoes in his garage near London, Ontario in 1970, and the shop still builds its boats in the London area today. Fisher was an early adopter of Kevlar and vinylester resin in canoe building, and the current lineup includes the classic Prospector shape first made famous by the Chestnut Canoe Company.
Key facts
- Brand name
- Nova Craft Canoe
- Parent company
- Nova Craft Canoe
- Products
- Canoes in fibreglass, aramid and composite layups
- Made in
- London, ONOntario
- Where to buy
- Dealers and distributors in Canada and abroad
- Canadian owned
- Yes
- Founded
- 1970
- Website
- novacraft.com
Facts as listed by Inspiring Canadians. Spotted something out of date? Send a correction
Highlights
- The company still uses the Thunderbird logo from its early days and builds roughly 1,500 to 2,000 canoes a year.
Buying Sports Products made in Canada: what to check
- 01Check the specific model; a brand may make some lines here and others abroad.
- 02Ask whether replacement parts, re-blading or repairs are available.
- 03Look for any safety certification required for helmets and protective gear.
- 04Fit matters more than origin, so try gear on or check the sizing guide.
Nova Craft Canoe: questions people ask
Where are Nova Craft Canoe products made?
Nova Craft Canoe makes its products in London, ON, according to the brand's own information. We add a brand to this directory only after checking that it makes products in Canada.
What does Nova Craft Canoe make?
Canoes in fibreglass, aramid and composite layups. The brand's website has the full, current range.
Is Nova Craft Canoe a Canadian-owned company?
Yes. Nova Craft Canoe is Canadian owned.
Where can I buy Nova Craft Canoe?
Dealers and distributors in Canada and abroad. Stock and stockists change, so check the brand's website before you go.
When was Nova Craft Canoe founded?
Nova Craft Canoe was founded in 1970.
Are there other Canadian-made brands like Nova Craft Canoe?
Yes. Browse Sports Products for more Canadian makers, see other brands from Ontario further down this page, or search every brand by name and province in the A to Z directory.
