Materials & craftsmanship

Sourcing

Lupa Canada maintains the highest industry standards by sourcing premium quality raw materials from suppliers around the globe. Our fabrics undrgo rigorous quality control testing before purchase. Features include breatheability, non-pill, machine washable and stretch factor.

Markers

Markers dating back to 1977, are prepared and tailored to various patterns and types of material to ensure standardized fit.  Raw materials are rolled on our cutting tables. Hand guided light machinery is used to cut the fabric to exact specification of patterns that are created and designed in-house.

Local Manufacturing

The fabric is folded by our expert sewers and then sewn together multiple times using specific sewing machines (overlock, 2-needle & plain machines). The added value and benefit of local production is the strict and diligent quality control we have over the process. Lupa Canada strongly upholds its commitment to local production. 100% of its products are proudly made and produced in Quebec.

Quality Control

Following the sewing process, each product is carefully inspected by our selected quality control experts. This includes everything from the label, craftsmanship down to the last thread. The end-product is rigorously checked & tested.

Lupa Canada history

OUR HISTORY

Family owned and operated, Brador Sportswear Co. Ltd. is home to the Lupa Canada brand. Established in Montreal, Quebec in 1977, the company recognized the need for quality and locally produced durable outerwear jackets and accessories.

MANUFACTURING

Founded in a small factory in Montreal over 40 years ago, Lupa Canada produced anoraks, parkas, hats, accessories and jackets under the Brador and LUPA labels. Adapted specifically to the cold Quebec climate, the brand soon became a household name.

Lupa Canada manufacturing
Lupa Canada retail expansion

RETAIL EXPANSION

A growing business and an excellent brand reputation encouraged the company to venture into retail. Their landmark location ‘Brador Hiver’ opened in Montreal in the 1980s. The store has since grown into a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts young and old, offering affordable, quality winterwear for the entire family.

MADE IN CANADA

Lupa continues to provide premium quality and meticulously crafted products. To this day, Lupa remains true to its Made in Canada roots and its commitment to producing locally.

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