As a women-owned small business in Canada, we take pride in creating high-quality baby teething toys that parents trust and love. At Malarkey Kids, we understand the importance of shopping local, supporting Canadian-owned brands, and ensuring that our little ones get the safest, most thoughtfully designed products. However, with the increasing impact of tariffs on Canadian businesses, we are facing new challenges that could affect our prices, product availability, and overall growth.
The Rising Cost of Doing Business in Canada
Tariffs are taxes imposed on imported goods, and unfortunately, they have a direct effect on small businesses like ours. As many of our materials and manufacturing costs are influenced by global supply chains, these additional costs make it harder for us to keep prices competitive while maintaining our high standards for safety and quality.
For Canadian small businesses—especially women-owned businesses—the increased cost of doing business means tighter margins, difficulty in expanding product lines, and added financial strain. We are committed to keeping our baby teething toys affordable and accessible, but without support from Canadian shoppers, it becomes more challenging to sustain local businesses like ours.
Why Supporting Canadian-Owned Businesses Matters
When you shop from Canadian brands like Malarkey Kids, you are investing in:
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The Local Economy – Every purchase from a Canadian small business helps create jobs, sustain communities, and keep money circulating within our country.
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Women Entrepreneurs – Women-owned businesses often face additional barriers, from funding challenges to supplier negotiations. Supporting these businesses helps promote gender equity in entrepreneurship.
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Product Safety & Quality – Canadian businesses adhere to strict safety regulations, ensuring that the products you purchase for your little ones are tested and trusted.
How You Can Make a Difference
Supporting local businesses doesn’t have to be difficult! Here are a few easy ways you can help:
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Choose to shop Canadian – Look for Canadian-owned brands when shopping for baby products and beyond.
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Spread the word – Share your favorite Canadian brands on social media and leave positive reviews to help small businesses gain visibility.
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Buy direct from small business websites – This ensures that your purchase supports the business directly, rather than going through large retailers that take a bigger cut.
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Encourage your local retailers to stock Canadian brands – If your favorite baby boutique doesn’t carry Malarkey Kids, ask them to!
Standing Together as a Community
The best way to support small businesses in Canada is by being intentional with our purchases. Every time you choose a Canadian-made product or support a women-owned brand, you are making a direct impact on the people behind the business, their families, and their ability to continue offering innovative products.
We are incredibly grateful for our customers who continue to support us, even as we navigate these economic challenges. By working together, we can help Canadian small businesses like Malarkey Kids thrive despite increasing tariffs and external pressures.
Want to shop Canadian? Explore our collection of safe, innovative, and parent-approved baby teething toys today!
Let’s keep Canadian businesses strong—one purchase at a time!