Made in Canada
Hellman Canoes
In short
Yes, Hellman Canoes makes its products in Canada, in Nelson, BC. It makes whitewater, lake touring and river canoes.
Hellman has been building canoes in the Kootenays since the 1980s, with models named for local places like the Slocan and the Purcell. Each canoe is built to order, so paddlers can ask for the features they want, and the Nelson shop also sells kayaks, paddleboards and paddling gear to locals heading out on the lakes.
Key facts
- Brand name
- Hellman Canoes
- Parent company
- Hellman Canoes
- Products
- Whitewater, lake touring and river canoes
- Made in
- Nelson, BCBritish Columbia
- Where to buy
- Own shop in Nelson and direct custom orders
- Canadian owned
- Unverified
- Website
- hellmancanoes.com
Facts as listed by Inspiring Canadians. Spotted something out of date? Send a correction
Highlights
- Every canoe is custom built to order and comes with a workmanship guarantee.
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.
Hellman Canoes: questions people ask
Where are Hellman Canoes products made?
Hellman Canoes makes its products in Nelson, BC, 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 Hellman Canoes make?
Whitewater, lake touring and river canoes. The brand's website has the full, current range.
Where can I buy Hellman Canoes?
Own shop in Nelson and direct custom orders. Stock and stockists change, so check the brand's website before you go.
Are there other Canadian-made brands like Hellman Canoes?
Yes. Browse Sports Products for more Canadian makers, see other brands from British Columbia further down this page, or search every brand by name and province in the A to Z directory.
