A UNIQUE WELLNESS EVENT AT QUARTZ CO.
From September 19–21, 2025, Le Beau Weekend welcomes you at our Quartz Co. boutique in the Mile-End with three days of energizing activities dedicated to movement, well-being and community.
JOURNAL
NATURAL PHENOMENA OF 2025
Here is a lineup of celestial events to anticipate in 2025. Check out our calendar highlighting the key dates.
WINTER IS (ALSO) A TIME TO SLOW DOWN
February and March can be challenging months. Winter still holds its grip, and the longing for spring’s warmth begins to grow. But Nature uses the cold to rest and restore—and...
THE SCIENCE OF WARMTH
Let’s explore the vital process of thermoregulation—the body’s defense mechanism against the cold—and how an effective winter jacket enhances it.
OUR TOP FIVE WINTER HOTELS
Join us on a journey through Canada, Switzerland, Japan, and beyond as we uncover five extraordinary hotels that make the most of winter.
STAY ACTIVE IN WINTER
It’s cold and the urge to stay cozy indoors is strong. But staying active outside during winter has many advantages!
THE CRAFTSMANSHIP OF QUARTZ CO. COATS
All the winter coats from our Heritage collection - our bestsellers - are made in our Montreal factory. Let's take a look at the fabrication process.
WHAT'S THE BEST COAT FOR YOU?
What's your winter like? Are you active or more chill? Consider these questions to find the winter coat that perfectly fits your needs.
NATURAL PHENOMENA OF 2024
There is a lineup of celestial events to anticipate this summer. Check out our calendar highlighting the key dates.
THE EVOLUTION OF CANADIAN OUTERWEAR
Let's explore the milestones in the evolution of our winter coats and how Quartz Co. combines technology with sustainability.
TORONTO WINTER GUIDE 2024
In the midst of winter, as the cold bites harder, we invite you to test these newly opened places that get our votes.
MONTREAL HOLIDAY WINTER GUIDE
Time to get ready for Christmas. To strike the perfect balance between festive preparations and self-care, here are our favorite addresses.
THE MONTREAL WINTER GUIDE
Ice covers the St. Lawrence River and Montreal’s cobblestoned Old Port. The days are sub-zero, and the evenings, even colder. Whether you’re looking to explore or escape from the city...
THE VANCOUVER WINTER GUIDE
The chill has settled in. Fog drifts in from the Pacific and the mountains surrounding Vancouver are blanketed in snow. Whether you’re looking to explore or escape the city this...
THE TORONTO WINTER GUIDE
Whether you’re looking to explore or escape the city this season, our Toronto Winter Guide offers up some of the best places to eat, stay, and visit during the city's...
HOW TO CHOOSE A WINTER JACKET
With so many winter jackets options out there, how do you pick the one that will keep you warm this winter?
THE QUARTZ CO. SIZE & FIT GUIDE
From fitted jackets to oversized styles, find out which size and fit is right for you.
DOWN VS. SYNTHETIC INSULATION
Learn more about the specific properties of our traceable down and its recycled, synthetic alternative.
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR DOWN COAT
Through cold, rain, snow, and ice, our down coats accompany us in all our winter activities. Once the cold season comes to an end, however, it’s time to clean them so they’re...
TO THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ARCHIVES
Discover the Instagram account archiving the magazine’s most awe-inspiring shots.
THE VOSTOK: QUARTZ CO.'S EXPEDITION JACKET
This expedition-grade performance parka is a favourite among Arctic explorers and city-dwellers for its exceptional warmth and streamlined utility. Launched in 1997, the Vostok remains one of Quartz Co.’s signature styles...
QUARTZ CO.’S WINTER GUIDE
Nature inspires... These are facts we’ve learned in the last two years, as a number of global circumstances have prompted a slower, more reflective way of living. In this time...
SUMMER WITH QUARTZ CO.
A feeling of freedom – the reinvigoration that only summer in nature can bring. Discover Quartz Co.’s visual exploration inspired by the collective energy found by reconnecting in the outdoors.
EARTH DAY, EVERY DAY
Quartz Co. is proud to collaborate with Earth Day Canada by donating 10% of its sales* to the organization from April 22 to 29, 2021. For every $10 donated, Earth Day...
WORKS BY ARTIST CHIH-CHIEN WANG EXHIBITED AT THE QUARTZ CO. STORE
To celebrate the spirit of community, arts and culture, Quartz Co. is pleased to partner with Pierre-François Ouellette art contemporain to present two works by artist Chih-Chien Wang at its...
THE BEST CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING DESTINATIONS IN ONTARIO
With the snow that’s been falling across the province over the last few weeks, there’s never been a better time to put on a pair of cross-country skis and head...
THE BEST GOURMET SUGAR SHACKS IN QUEBEC
The sugar shack is a true Quebec tradition. Over time, it has also become an opportunity for the province's best chefs to indulge themselves by developing menus reinventing traditional dishes...
FIVE UNUSUAL WINTER TRIPS
The winter season is the perfect time to escape to sunnier destinations and more clement temperatures. For others, traveling abroad this cold season is just another opportunity to embrace winter...
THE FIVE BEST LUXURY HOTELS IN SWITZERLAND
Switzerland, with its many glistening lakes and snowy Alpine peaks, is a paradise for outdoor lovers, as well as those looking to live an unforgettable experience of luxury and refinement....
FIVE GREAT ICE FISHING SPOTS IN ONTARIO
Ice fishing is a fun and rewarding winter activity that can be enjoyed alone or with friends and family. Under the icy surface of Ontario lakes, fish continue to move...
FIVE NETFLIX DOCUMENTARIES FOR WINTER EVENINGS
Over the past few weeks, winter has managed to surprise Quebecers, with freezing cold temperatures giving way to mild, Spring-like days. This unexpected nice weather is making us consider spending...
SIX UNIQUE WINTER EXPERIENCES
Is it the shorter days, the bracing cold or the never-ending winters that have prompted the people of Quebec to cultivate so many original winter activities? Beyond skiing and ice skating, there...
SEVEN UNUSUAL SKI DESTINATIONS ACROSS THE WORLD
When you think of places such as Greece, Morocco and South Africa you wouldn’t think twice about being able to ski in each of these countries. Should you travel to either...
THE BEST NORDIC RESTAURANTS ACROSS QUEBEC
Long neglected or ignored, Canadian cuisine has, of late, earned back the place and attention it deserves. In the wake of the international Nordic cuisine renaissance led by the creativity...
FIVE LUXURY AIRBNB CABINS FOR DESIGN-LOVERS YOU CAN RENT IN BRITISH COLUMBIA
If you aren’t flying to a swanky resort in Mexico or Jamaica to enjoy a much-deserved relaxing luxury break this winter, don't despair: you can unwind at one of these...
THE BEST PARKS AND TRAILS FOR SNOWSHOEING IN ONTARIO
Snowshoeing is one of the most accessible winter sports out there. The only prerequisite is being able to walk for a sustained period of time, and the equipment needed is...
EIGHT GREAT OUTDOOR SKATING TRAILS IN ONTARIO
Ice skating is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable winter activities there is, no matter your age, everyone can enjoy gliding, twirling and, while doing so, making the most of...
BRAVE THE COLD WITH A LONG WINTER JACKET
Stay snug and stylish with a long winter jacket this winter season. A long winter jacket is the best friend of those who needs a little help getting out of bed...
WHERE TO EXPERIENCE THE NORTHERN LIGHTS IN CANADA
For most of us, seeing the northern lights in person isn’t an easy feat. How and where to observe them? Here is a list of the best places to see...
WHERE TO BUY A QUARTZ CO. WINTER JACKET IN AND AROUND TORONTO
Many stores in Toronto offer curated collections of quality clothes and outerwear, including Quartz Co. winter jackets, which are entirely made in Canada.