At The Den, we are dedicated to making continuous, meaningful, and sustainable change that supports our communities, partners, and the planet. We believe in regenerative and reciprocal practices, and are proud to grow with small, like-minded businesses, cultivating a system of care for our land and each other. As the language, science, and information surrounding sustainability is always changing, we do our best to stay up to date and adapt as we learn more. This is why we sometimes will drop or pause on purchasing from past or current suppliers, if their packaging and/or ingredients change and do not meet our standards sometimes it means pausing on relationships and purchasing.
All-Natural
When curating our collections, we exclusively work with all-natural ingredients and materials that are produced and harvested as sustainably as possible. Because of their natural compositions, all of the products we carry and make are safe for our waterways and the environment.
KINNECT
Made for the Kin of the Earth, from the Nectar of the Earth.
Our line of body and skincare products embodies our deep love and respect for our local ecosystems. We are committed to using only ethically sourced, all-natural ingredients and prioritize refillable and reusable packaging, promoting a circular economy.
Our KINNECT line is made both in-house in small batches as well as with a small local manufacturer in Vancouver, BC. We believe that small-scale production ensures that all products meet the absolute highest standards of sustainability and quality, along with ensuring everything is fresh, and made as close to the order date, allowing you to enjoy your products longer!
Our warehouse is located on the unceded traditional territory of the Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ and the local manufacturer we work with is located on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations. We are forever grateful for the opportunity to live, learn, and create on this land.
Made in Canada
We make a conscious effort to source as locally as possible, supporting small makers with a shared vision of sustainability and ethical fair trade.
Featured Friends of The Den:
ONEKA - Frelighsburg, Quebec
Oneka's line of natural personal care products was created out of a deep love and respect for our natural habitat and fellow living beings. All of the herbs and flowers found in Oneka's products are grown on their organic permaculture farm. Environmentally, they chose to work and take care of the land and its ecosystems, to regenerate them rather than exploit and deplete them. ONEKA is a Certified B Corporation, meaning that they meet the highest standards of “verified social and environmental performance, public transparency and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose.” You can learn more about their certification here.
Harlow - Vancouver, BC
Born out of personal need for thoroughly and aesthetically designed, whole ingredient self-care goods, Harlow presents simple products made from complex pants and a love for their natural environments. All products are handmade in-house at their Harlow Atelier in Vancouver. We have been working with Harlow since day one and are proud to continue to offer their products in our shops and online!
Thermohair - South Mountain, Ontario
The development of Thermohair socks began in 1990 and continues to be a family-owned operation. These are a green product - created "green" before it was a common word! The goats efficiently convert plants into mohair fibre which is sheared twice per year. No other animal does such an efficient job! Here are a few benefits to choosing natural fibres over synthetic:
- There are no microplastics released during washing;
- Warmer and more durable fabric;
- Natural antibacterial properties;
- Odour resistant;
- Breathable;
- Thermoregulatory/Temperature regulating;
- And, above all, the fibre will eventually break down, making it a more sustainable and environmentally friendly option.
Sḵwálwen Botanicals - Squamish, BC
Skwalwen encourages a reclamation of skin health through clean, green, and natural products honouring Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) plant knowledge and ancestral traditions. Sḵwálwen is the Squamish word for heart. Each product has a Squamish name to honour the place where this plant knowledge comes from.
Mint Cleaning - Ucluelet, BC
Mint Cleaning is an eco-brand close to our hearts! Robyn and Monika, founders of Mint Cleaning in Ucluelet, BC offer an eco-friendly alternative to commercial cleaning products. Their effective, all-natural cleaning products are safe for both people and the environment.
Green Room - Victoria, BC
Green Room is dedicated to creating natural personal care products that are kind to both you and the environment. With a BA in Health Science and Biology and a love for the outdoors, Founder Dani Lapointe strives to be creative and make a positive mark on the world through thoughtful and sustainable products.
Be Clean Naturally - Squamish, BC
Founded by Kristin French in 2010, Be Clean Naturally creates all-natural skincare and cleaning products designed to avoid the skin irritations often caused by synthetic ingredients. As natural skincare was both expensive and hard to come by back in 2010, Kristin made a point to create products accessible to her community in Squamish. Fast forward to today, Be Clean continues to bring our communities affordable, refillable skin and home care products.
Unscented Co. - Montreal, QB
The Unscented Company leads with innovation and sustainability by offering natural home and body care products. The brand’s refillable packaging and waterless formulations aim to reduce single-use plastics and protect the environment. As an advocate for the B Corp model, they promote local sourcing, ethical leadership, and equal opportunity employment.
Roll Up - British Columbia
Roll Up is run by a duo working to put a stop to deforestation one roll of bamboo toilet paper at a time! Their sustainable toilet paper and paper towel is the first step in reducing plastic pollution.
Together, we form a network of artisans dedicated to ethical and sustainable production, and bring a diverse expertise to our shared vision of sustainability.
Closed-Loop System
At The Den, we recognize the finite nature of resources and strive to manage them sustainably for future generations. Our refill program helps eliminate single-use items by reusing and repurposing larger containers within the community and utilizing natural ingredients in our protects to protect local ecosystems.
All products are made using quality ingredients and care and are curated to have as long of a life as possible. Through our work in S.C.A.P. and our in-store refill program, we strive for a completely closed-loop and circular system within our communities. Here’s how you can participate:
- Refill in-store! We offer refills on all KINNECT, ONEKA, and Mint Cleaning products.
- Gift or sell. Not getting the use out of your mug that you thought you would? Share your unused items to keep them in circulation and out of the landfill.
- Repurpose. We believe there are endless possibilities for glass bottles and jars. Here are a few great ones: Plant propagation, candle making, and water bottles, storing leftover food and sauces!
- Recycle. If you need to recycle please do so responsibly and research where it can be properly disposed of in your community.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we create, so whatever you do, please don’t throw it out! We all play a part in preserving our natural environments and must remain mindful of our planet and our waste.
Community
A Quick Look at the organizations that The Den has supported and donated to this year:
