Happy Canada Day!

Happy (almost) Birthday Canada!

It's Canada Day week, which this year for us happens to be smack dab in the middle of the week!

We just wanted to send out a friendly reminder that all of our store locations and FootHealth Centre will be closed this Wednesday. Regular hours will resume on Thursday.

So how are you going to celebrate Canada Day, and the better question being what are you going to wear? It's no surprise that people all over Winnipeg and Canada will be decked out in red and white in honour of our country's birthday. Are you ready with your red and white shoes? If not, we've got you covered! We've picked our top four shoes for Canada Day this year!


Birkenstock's

Easy, slide on, comfortable and stylish. These go with any outfit, and can dress anything up or down!

Artisan by Clark's

Going out for a fancy dinner? These wedges pair perfectly with those summer hi-lo or maxi dresses. The thick wedge heel provides comfort and stability, so you can wear these for hours!

Saucony

Hitting up the gym or going out for a run? These Saucony's have our country pride all over! They also have highly breathable mesh so your feet won't be crying from sweating so much. The interior lining wicks away moisture so your feet stay cool and dry throughout your run!

Naot

Need to wear orthotics but still want to wear sandals? Good news, you can! Our Naot line of sandals have removable insoles to allow you to put your custom orthotics in for long lasting comfort and pain free walking!

Check out the rest of our selection of red and white shoes in store! We're open at our Adelaide location until 6 PM tonight, and our St Vital and Regent locations until 9 PM. A reminder that we'll be closed tomorrow and re-open regular hours on Thursday! Have a Happy Canada Day!

Walk and Ride All Day Long

June is a very busy month here in Winnipeg! There's lots of events kicking off summer, school is finishing up, and people are really getting into vacation mode!

One event that most of us are very familiar with is the annual Red River Exhibition, which this year takes place June 12th to 21st. So many rides, food, attractions and entertainment to keep you walking around for hours! This can mean a lot of foot pain for those who don't wear the proper footwear. Let us help you take care of that before it becomes a problem!

Going to the fair in the summer can be a great time, especially when the weather is beautiful. The problem is, a lot of people pick sandals or flip flops to wear because they keep their feet cool and if they need to take them off for certain rides, they can. The problem is that when you walk around for two, three, even four hours in little pieces of rubber your feet are going to be very sore by the end of the day. That, and lots of rides now require you to have closed toe shoes because of safety regulations.

So now what are your options? Well of course a walking or running shoe would be your first (and best) choice for comfort and long lasting wear. The only downside is it's going to be a little warmer for your feet, and the dreaded sock tan that so many of us work so hard to avoid in the summer.

We've picked out some shoes for men, women and kids that will not only give you all day comfort, but will keep your feet cool all day long! Check out our Facebook and Instagram this week to see our top picks for you!

Our number one tip: leave the flip-flops at home. Do you know how big the exhibition park is? If you plan on walking through the entire thing, your feet are going to pay for that with blisters. Come in and check out our selection this week so that you can enjoy the Red River Ex and new shoes too!

Our Doors Are Open...Come on In!

It might be hard to believe but we're almost through May already and June is right around the corner. Summer is (almost) here and after the weekend we just had, I think it's safe to say the nice weather and sunshine are here to stay!

One of the best things about summer in Winnipeg is there's so much to do and see! This weekend coming up we're part of an annual event in Downtown Winnipeg that showcases more than 80 of the city's finest sites, architecture, and history. Doors Open Winnipeg is a free event that takes place on May 30th and 31st. You are invited to come downtown to participate in tours, live music, raffles, and of course the fantastic food and beverage vendors.

There are a couple of ways Canadian Footwear is taking part in the event this year. There is a raffle that takes place over the two days where you can purchase tickets to win fantastic prizes. We have donated a pair of Merrell shoes (courtesy of Merrell) for you to win! If you are the winner of this prize, you can come into our store and pick out a pair worth up to $160!

If you're around the downtown area taking part in the free events, we're also giving out $20 coupons to use in our store! These can be used on a purchase of $100 or more on regular priced merchandise. Spot one of the reps from Doors Open handing them out over the weekend!

Finally, we've made up a special prize basket for our social media followers! If you check out our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram later this week you'll see a game that we're doing over the weekend and anyone can participate! All you have to do is come into our store to pick up a copy on Saturday or Sunday, finish it, and bring it back to our downtown store by Sunday May 31st at 5PM. If you successfully complete the game, you'll be entered to win our prize basket filled with some sweet goodies! We'll give you a hint....

But you'll have to come down to our store next weekend to figure out what it is! 

We hope to see you out and about this weekend! Be sure to follow us on social media for the latest updates and promotions on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!

Say No To Flip-Flops and Yes To Comfort!

It seems the weather has taken a little turn on us. We had a glimpse of summer and hopefully it's May showers bring June flowers. But it's okay, because we know that summer is coming and that with summer means sunshine and sandals!

As with any type of shoe, sandals come in many different styles, sizes, colours, brands, and widths. They usually range in price from $1 to anywhere in the $1000's for designer sandals. The problem is that a lot of people choose style over stability/comfort in their summer footwear. They choose what's quick and easy to slip on and slip off if they're running out to the beach or the park.

The problem with summer is that we often look at what's cute or stylish as opposed to what's supportive and cushioning. Flip-flops are the easiest go-to footwear because it takes less than 3 seconds to put them on and take them off, and they pretty much go with whatever you're wearing.

Recently Canadian Certified Pedorthist Katrina Lammers explains why you shouldn't choose flip-flops unless you're heading to the beach.

See her clip here.

A lot of summer sandals are very flat which you might think is more comfortable, but they lack arch support and comfort for your foot. So if you're wearing them for an extended period of time, your feet tend to get more sore as the day goes on. There's no padding or heel cup which can lead to your muscles overworking, or getting blisters, corns, etc.

There are a few things you should look for when buying your summer sandals this year:

1) Do They Fit Right?

A lot of people will find a shoe they absolutely love, and even if it's a tiny bit small or a tiny bit big they'll buy it anyway. It's very important to make sure you are measured every time you buy shoes, and that you buy the size that fits YOU.

2) Is There Arch Support?

The flatter your sandals, the more pain you're going to experience with wear. Good arch support prevents things like pain, cramps, or muscle fatigue. Sandals that have supportive mid-soles cushion your foot and support the arch which help prolong comfort in your feet.

3) Are You Dressed for the Right Activity?

There are many different types of sandals. Everything from hikers to walking sandals to Birkenstock's and fashion sandals. It is important that you are wearing the right sandal for the activity you're doing. So you'd never wear a fashion sandal if you're on a hike through the park. And remember, sandals are not the proper footwear for running.

If you have any other questions about sandals, our fit experts in store are always happy to answer them. Whether you're searching for sandals for yourself, your spouse or your kids, bring everyone down! We have many brands in store to fit everyone in the family! Shop on-line at canadianfootwear.com.

Step Into Spring!

Happy Tuesday Winnipeg! We're so happy because so many of you came out to our Try on and Win event on Saturday, and we sent so many people home with new shoes AND great prizes! So thank you to all those who came out!

It's officially May, and it keeps getting busier around here, in a good way! We've got all of our summer styles in store, and we just can't take our eyes off some of them! Here's a couple of sneak peeks of some of the styles we've recently got in. Cobb Hill, Clark's, Mephisto's, Birkenstock's and more!

We would love for you to come to our store and see what else we've got in stock! We're also really excited to be hosting our Step Into Spring Event this Friday!

What Is It?

It's our way of showing off some new Spring and Summer styles we've got in our store! A chance for you to come out, enjoy some coffee and pastries, and get a discount on your new Spring and Summer footwear!

When Is It?

Friday May 8th from 8:30 AM to 6 PM

Where Is It?

This one is at our downtown location only, 128 Adelaide Street.

Why?

Because we value all of you and we want to show our appreciation to you our customers!

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for some sneak peeks of new shoes, and our special discount coupon that you'll be able to use in our store this Friday! We're looking forward to seeing you out!

Try On Comfort and WIN!

Spring is officially here, and it looks like we're (hopefully) rid of winter for a few months! We're super excited for some in-store events were having coming up in May! It looks like it's going to continue to be very busy in our store and we hope you stop in to see why!

Our first event is coming up this weekend, and that's our Try on Comfort & WIN event!

What Is It?

Do you love comfortable shoes? Do you like winning prizes? Then this event is definitely for you! In our stores on May 2nd you can come into one of our three locations and try on some shoes from our Aravon, Dunham, and Cobb Hill lines. Just for trying them on you'll receive a scratch card with a mystery prize! This can be a tote bag, Starbuck's Gift Card, or Chapter's Gift Card!

When Is It?

This event will take place this Saturday May 2nd 2015.

Where Is It?

All three of our Winnipeg locations! 128 Adelaide Street, 1504 St Mary's Road, and 1530 Regent Avenue. All locations are open Saturday from 9 AM to 6 PM.

Who Is It For?

YOU! Everyone is welcome to come out and try out these great styles we have. Our fit specialists will tell you all about these shoes and who knows...you may leave with a pair (or two, or three....)

Why?

To kick off Spring! We know lots of people like to shop for their Summer shoes early on to avoid their favourite styles being sold out. We also know that these three styles of shoes are so comfortable, stylish, and affordable that you will fall in love with them as soon as you try them on! You've got nothing to lose!


We hope to see you out at our stores this weekend! Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to stay updated on store promotions, events, and new products coming in!

Spring Is In The Air

Well it sure felt like Spring in Winnipeg last weekend. The snow is pretty much all gone now, people are (bravely) wearing shorts and sandals, and the sun is shining! We hope that this is a sign that Summer is just around the corner! (wishful thinking right?)

Anyway, we have to apologize because we had a bit of technical difficulties with our blog last week. We tried to get our post up and it said it posted but it never did! So here's hoping this one works this week and that you'll be blown away by everything in it!

What's New?

It's Spring! So that means our showroom is FULL of new shoes, styles, and colours! Everything from casual to dress and athletic, we've got TONS of new footwear! And we've still got lots coming in too! Our boot wall came down yesterday, which means that it's sandal season! Be sure to keep checking back as we feature new styles each week!

Here's some of the new ones we're pretty pumped about:

Uneek by Keen

Ok. These shoes look a little weird. I have to admit, I took a look at it, and thought it looked kind of like a glorified Croc. I read a little bit into these shoes and why they're so awesome and unique. Once I tried them on, I couldn't get my wallet out fast enough. These shoes may have a bit of a bizarre look to them, but they are so comfortable and lightweight. They're meant for the outdoors for things like walking and hiking. You can check this style out here, or come into our store to try them out! We have both men's and women's styles in this one.

 

Fresh Foam by New Balance

New Balance is going crazy over these shoes. I have never heard so many people talk about one running shoe before. The breathable upper mesh gives the shoe a nice light weight feeling, and allows your feet to breathe during your activity. The foam like midsole allows for cushioning and stability of the foot, and it looks pretty cool. Again, we've got men's and women's styles! Come into our store and check them out. Try them on, and see why everyone thinks they're so great!

And today (March 19th) is New Balance's launch of the Fresh Foam Zante shoes! This means stores across Canada and the US will be having launch parties to showcase how awesome this shoe is. You can follow our New Balance store in Calgary on Facebook and Instagram for live updates this evening from 7-9PM (or 8-10PM Central Time).

So why is now the best time to look for shoes? Well Spring is here, and you want to have a fresh new shoe collection. So why not take an hour (or two) and go through your current shoe selection and ask yourself:

1) have I worn these in the last year?
2) will I wear these in the next year?
3) is it time to throw these out?

Spring is always a good time to start fresh and new. So see if you can challenge yourself by getting rid of the shoes that you don't need! And if you have shoes to donate, we are always accepting donations of new/gently used footwear for Fit Feet on the Street!