The Maple Box

What's in the box: An editor-curated seasonal mix of natural and organic body care, wellness products, lifestyle accessories and edible items, mostly from Canadian makers.

The Maple Box is a seasonal subscription built around organic and natural products, with a strong lean toward small Canadian makers. An editor curates each box, which mixes body care, wellness items, lifestyle accessories and edible treats. The theme changes through the year, with cozier picks for Winter and Autumn and brighter, refreshing ones for Spring and Summer. Boxes ship four times a year, in February, April, June and September, so this is an occasional treat rather than a monthly habit. Shipping is free within Canada and costs $15 to the United States. The company says it works mainly with small and medium sized brands and makes a point of featuring woman-owned and BIPOC-owned businesses, which will appeal if you care where your money goes. Beyond the box, the site runs a shop, a podcast, a magazine and a journal, so there is plenty of background on the products and the people who make them. Two cautions: the front page does not clearly state the box price, and it currently announces an upcoming clear-out sale, which may mean the range or the offering is changing. Check the current subscription terms before you sign up. For Canadian shoppers who enjoy finding natural, independently made goods, it is a thoughtful pick.