CANADA National Guide

Custom Buttons Canada — Pin-Back Buttons Made in Canada

Premium custom pin-back buttons shipped coast to coast. 16 sizes from 1" to 6", round/square/rectangle, no minimum order, free digital proof, 2–3 day production.

Why Button Bros Is Canada's #1 Custom Button Manufacturer

Button Bros has been manufacturing custom buttons in Canada for over 30 years. Every pin-back button is printed, pressed, and quality-checked in-house at our Canadian production facility — no outsourcing, no middlemen, no customs delays. We ship custom buttons Canada-wide with 2–3 day production and free shipping on orders over $300 CAD.

Whether you're a student council in Halifax, a political campaign in Toronto, a band in Montreal, or a small business in Vancouver, Button Bros is the Canadian custom button supplier trusted by tens of thousands of customers across all 10 provinces and 3 territories. Browse our full custom buttons collection to see all 16 sizes and shape options.

What makes us different? No minimum order. Order one button or one million — same per-unit volume pricing kicks in automatically at checkout. Free digital proof. Every order ships with a free preview so you approve before we print. Free design help. Don't have a designer? Send us your idea and we'll mock it up at no cost. 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you're not happy, we make it right.

Made in Canada — No Customs, No Delays, No Currency Conversion

Why does Made in Canada matter for custom buttons? Three reasons every Canadian buyer should know:

No customs delays. Importing buttons from US or Chinese suppliers can mean 2–4 weeks of shipping plus unpredictable border holds. Our Canadian-made buttons arrive in 3–7 business days nationwide with full tracking.
No surprise duties or brokerage fees. US suppliers often quote a low price that balloons once UPS or FedEx tacks on $15–$50 brokerage fees plus GST/HST at the border. Our prices are CAD, all-in, with HST/GST calculated at checkout — no border surprises.
CAD pricing, no currency fluctuation. Order from a US supplier and your $50 USD button order becomes $68+ CAD after exchange and credit card fees. Our prices are quoted and charged in Canadian dollars.

Custom buttons Canada customers also benefit from local customer support during Canadian business hours, bilingual order assistance (English and French), and same-day digital proofs for orders placed before 3 PM ET.

Custom Button Sizes & Shapes Available in Canada

Button Bros offers the widest selection of custom button sizes in Canada — 16 options ranging from tiny lapel pins to giant fundraising statements:

Round Buttons

1 inch round — lapel pins, name tags, small giveaways
1.25 inch round — campaign buttons, school spirit pins
1.5 inch round — most popular for events and fundraisers
1.75 inch round — slightly larger statement buttons
2.25 inch round — most popular size — readable from across a room
3 inch round — bold statements, protest buttons, awareness campaigns
4 inch round — eye-catching wearable signage
6 inch round — maximum impact, fundraiser pinbacks, political rallies

Square Buttons

1.5" × 1.5" square — modern alternative to round
2" × 2" square — popular for branded merch and corporate giveaways
3" × 3" square — bold square statements

Rectangle Buttons

1" × 2.75" rectangle — name badges, lanyards, ID-style buttons
1.5" × 3" rectangle — wider format for longer text
2" × 3" rectangle — full-width branded buttons
3" × 5" rectangle — large rectangular statements
4" × 6" rectangle — oversized rectangular impact

Custom Button Pricing for Canadian Customers

All prices in CAD. No setup fees. No hidden charges. Volume discounts applied automatically at checkout. Below is a detailed pricing breakdown for our two most popular sizes — every other size follows similar tier pricing:

1 inch Round Buttons

1–9 units: $4.00/ea
10–24 units: $2.25/ea
25–49 units: $2.20/ea
50–99 units: $0.55/ea
100–249 units: $0.50/ea
250–499 units: $0.45/ea
500–999 units: $0.40/ea
1,000+ units: $0.35/ea
10,000+ units: $0.23/ea

2.25 inch Round Buttons (Most Popular)

1–9 units: $4.00/ea
10–24 units: $2.75/ea
25–49 units: $2.50/ea
50–99 units: $0.70/ea
100–249 units: $0.65/ea
250–499 units: $0.55/ea
500+ units: $0.45/ea

Magnet backing: Add magnetic backing to any button for +$0.85/ea — turns any button into a reusable fridge magnet or name badge. View custom magnets.

Price match guarantee: If you find a lower published Canadian price for the same button specs, Button Bros will match it. For bulk orders of 2,500+ buttons, contact us directly for volume pricing and dedicated production scheduling.

Canada-Wide Shipping Zones & Delivery Times

We ship custom buttons Canada-wide via Canada Post Expedited Parcel and Purolator Ground, with tracking on every order. Free shipping on all Canadian orders $300+ CAD. Typical delivery windows by region (in business days, after 2–3 day production):

Greater Toronto Area (GTA) & Southern Ontario — 1–2 days (Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Hamilton, Ottawa, London, Kitchener-Waterloo)
Quebec — 1–2 days (Montreal, Quebec City, Gatineau, Laval, Sherbrooke)
Maritimes & Atlantic — 2–4 days (Halifax, Moncton, Fredericton, Charlottetown, St. John's)
Manitoba & Saskatchewan — 2–3 days (Winnipeg, Regina, Saskatoon)
Alberta — 2–4 days (Calgary, Edmonton, Red Deer, Lethbridge)
British Columbia — 3–5 days (Vancouver, Victoria, Burnaby, Surrey, Kelowna)
Northern Canada (YT, NT, NU) — 5–10 days (Whitehorse, Yellowknife, Iqaluit — remote surcharge may apply)

Total turnaround from order to door: 3–7 business days for 95% of Canadian addresses. Rush production (next-day) is available on most orders for an additional fee — contact us to arrange.

Custom Buttons by Canadian City

Button Bros serves every major Canadian city with the same Canadian pricing, fast shipping, and Made-in-Canada quality. Click through to your city for local turnaround details and city-specific FAQs:

Custom Buttons Toronto — 1–2 day shipping to the GTA. Bay Street campaigns, U of T & Ryerson student unions, indie bands in Kensington Market.
Custom Buttons Vancouver — 3–5 day shipping to Metro Vancouver. UBC/SFU student groups, Granville Island vendors, festival promoters.
Custom Buttons Montreal — 1–2 day shipping with bilingual support. Plateau bands, McGill clubs, Jazz Festival merch.
Custom Buttons Calgary — 2–4 day shipping to Alberta. Stampede vendors, U of C clubs, Flames fan gear.
Custom Buttons Edmonton — 2–4 day shipping. Oilers fan buttons, U of A student associations, Fringe Festival vendors.
Custom Buttons Ottawa — 1–2 day shipping. Government / Parliament Hill campaigns, ByWard Market vendors, Carleton/uOttawa clubs.
Custom Buttons Winnipeg — 2–3 day shipping. Folk Festival merch, University of Manitoba clubs, Jets fan pins.
Custom Buttons Halifax — 2–4 day shipping to Nova Scotia and Maritimes. Dalhousie unions, Halifax Pride, busker festivals.

Who Orders Custom Buttons in Canada?

Our Canadian custom button customers span every industry and use case. Here are the most common:

Political Campaigns & Advocacy

From federal and provincial elections to municipal campaigns and grassroots advocacy, Canadian candidates use custom buttons to spread their message. Order thousands of campaign pins with candidate names, slogans, party colours, and ballot numbers. Custom buttons remain one of the most cost-effective political tools — under $0.25/ea at volume.

Schools, Universities & Student Unions

Frosh week, student elections, school spirit days, sports team supporter pins, awareness campaigns — Canadian schools order thousands of buttons every year. We work with student unions at UofT, McGill, UBC, U of A, Dalhousie, McMaster, Queen's, Western, Carleton, uOttawa, SFU, Laval, Concordia, and dozens more.

Bands, Musicians & Music Festivals

Indie bands across Canada use custom buttons as merch alongside t-shirts, vinyl, and stickers. Festivals like Osheaga, Jazz Festival, Folk Fest, NXNE, Pop Montreal, and SappyFest order branded buttons for staff, volunteers, and attendees.

Fundraisers, Non-Profits & Awareness

Cancer walks, mental health awareness, environmental campaigns, animal rescues — Canadian charities order custom buttons to raise awareness, raise funds, and identify volunteers. Volume pricing makes 1,000+ button runs incredibly affordable.

Small Businesses & Branding

Restaurants, coffee shops, retail stores, salons — Canadian small businesses use branded buttons as customer giveaways, staff name badges, and grand-opening swag.

Events, Weddings, & Conferences

Wedding favours, conference badges, trade show giveaways, festival passes — Canadian event organizers and couples rely on custom buttons for personalized touches at every scale.

Unions & Workplace Solidarity

Canadian unions order solidarity buttons, strike support pins, organizing merch, and member badges. See our union buttons page for industry-specific details.

Streetwear Brands & Etsy Sellers

Independent designers and Etsy shop owners across Canada use buttons as profitable add-ons, drop-merch collectibles, and pin sets. Order in small quantities to test designs without commitment.

How to Order Custom Buttons in Canada — The Process

Ordering custom buttons Canada-wide takes minutes. Here's our 5-step process from idea to door:

Choose your size and shape — browse our 16 button options from 1" lapel pins to 6" giant rounds.
Upload your design — PNG, JPG, PDF, or AI files accepted. Don't have a design? Our team can create one for free.
Free digital proof — Within 4 hours during business days, we send a proof showing how your button will look. Approve or request edits.
Canadian production — Once approved, your buttons are printed and pressed in 2–3 business days at our Canadian production facility.
Cross-Canada shipping — Tracked Canada Post or Purolator. Free on orders $300+, flat rates otherwise. Delivered to your door in 1–5 days depending on province.

For more on choosing the right button size, see our Button Size Guide or read our complete Custom Buttons Guide.

Custom Buttons vs Magnets vs Stickers vs Patches — Which Is Right?

Wondering whether buttons are the right choice for your project? Quick comparison:

Buttons vs Magnets

Buttons attach to clothing with a pin — best for events, campaigns, and wearable identifiers. Magnets stick to fridges, filing cabinets, and metal — best for take-home keepsakes and ongoing marketing. Read the full Buttons vs Magnets comparison.

Round vs Square Buttons

Round is the classic standard and what most people picture. Square offers a modern aesthetic that stands out on a table of round competitors. See Round vs Square Buttons.

Buttons vs Stickers

Buttons are wearable and reusable. Stickers are flat, single-application, and cheaper per unit at high volumes. Most brands use both — buttons at events, stickers in packaging.

Buttons vs Patches

Buttons pin on instantly. Patches are sewn or ironed permanently and look more refined on jackets, hats, and uniforms. Different use cases — buttons for events, patches for branded apparel.

GST, HST & QST — How Taxes Work for Button Orders in Canada

As a Canadian business shipping within Canada, we charge the appropriate sales tax based on your shipping province:

Ontario, New Brunswick, Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, PEI — 13–15% HST
Alberta, NWT, Nunavut, Yukon — 5% GST
BC, Saskatchewan, Manitoba — 5% GST + provincial sales tax (PST) where applicable
Quebec — 5% GST + 9.975% QST

Taxes are calculated automatically at checkout based on your shipping address. Registered businesses can claim input tax credits (ITCs) on the GST/HST paid. Our HST/GST number appears on every invoice. No surprise duties or brokerage fees because everything is shipped domestically within Canada.

Wholesale & Volume Pricing for Canadian Resellers

Ordering wholesale custom buttons Canada? We offer tiered volume discounts on bulk orders. Promotional product distributors, branding agencies, and resellers ordering $500+ per month qualify for a wholesale account with custom pricing, priority production, dedicated account support, and net-30 payment terms for established accounts. Visit our wholesale page or contact us to set up an account.

Button Use-Case Guides — Find Your Industry

Looking for custom button guidance for a specific use case? Browse our niche-specific guides:

Buttons for Conferences — speaker badges, VIP passes, sponsor branding, attendee swag.
Buttons for Bachelorette & Bachelor Parties — Bride Tribe, photo buttons, personalized wedding party.
Buttons for Trade Show Booths — staff ID, attendee giveaways, lead-capture incentives.
Buttons for Election Day Volunteers — campaign buttons, GOTV merchandise, advocacy groups.
Buttons for Fan Conventions / Comic Cons — Artist Alley vendors, character art, pronoun buttons.

Ready to Order Custom Buttons in Canada?

Whether you need 10 buttons for a small fundraiser or 50,000 for a national campaign, Button Bros is the Canadian custom button manufacturer you can count on. Made in Canada. Shipped coast to coast. No minimums, no setup fees, no hidden costs. Order custom buttons now or contact our Canadian customer support team with any questions.

Custom Buttons Canada — FAQ

Do you ship custom buttons across Canada? ↓

Yes — Button Bros ships custom buttons Canada-wide, from Vancouver to St. John's and everywhere in between. We use Canada Post Expedited Parcel and Purolator Ground with tracking on every order. Delivery times range from 1–2 days (Southern Ontario, Quebec) to 5–10 days (remote northern regions). Free shipping on all Canadian orders over $300 CAD.

Are your custom buttons actually made in Canada? ↓

Yes. Every button is printed, pressed, and quality-checked in-house at our Canadian production facility. We do not outsource, drop-ship from the US or China, or relabel imported products. Made in Canada means no customs delays, no border brokerage fees, and consistent quality you can verify. Our HST/GST number appears on every invoice.

What is the minimum order for custom buttons? ↓

No minimum. Order one button or one million — same per-unit tier pricing kicks in automatically at checkout. Unlike most Canadian button suppliers that require 50–100 minimum, we have no minimum on any size.

What is the turnaround time for custom buttons in Canada? ↓

Standard production is 2–3 business days from order approval. Shipping time depends on your province: 1–2 days to the GTA and Quebec, 2–4 days to the Prairies and Maritimes, 3–5 days to BC, and 5–10 days to the territories. Total order-to-door is typically 3–7 business days. Rush production is available on request.

What sizes of custom buttons do you offer? ↓

We offer the widest selection of custom button sizes in Canada — 16 options total. Round sizes: 1", 1.25", 1.5", 1.75", 2.25" (most popular), 3", 4", 6". Square sizes: 1.5", 2", 3". Rectangle sizes: 1"×2.75", 1.5"×3", 2"×3", 3"×5", 4"×6".

Do you charge GST/HST on custom button orders? ↓

Yes — we charge the appropriate Canadian sales tax based on your shipping province (5% GST in AB/NT/NU/YT, 5% GST + PST in BC/SK/MB, 5% GST + 9.975% QST in QC, 13–15% HST in ON/NB/NL/NS/PEI). Taxes are calculated automatically at checkout. Registered Canadian businesses can claim input tax credits on the GST/HST paid.

What file format do you need for custom button designs? ↓

We accept PNG, JPG, PDF, AI, PSD, SVG, and EPS. For best print quality, we prefer high-resolution files (300 DPI minimum) or vector files (AI, PDF, SVG, EPS). If your file isn't print-ready, our design team will fix it for free or send a free digital proof showing exactly how your button will look before we print. Don't have a design? Our team will create one for free.

Can I add magnet backing to my custom buttons? ↓

Yes — add a magnetic backing to any button for an additional $0.85 per unit. This turns any pin-back button into a reusable fridge magnet, name badge, or whiteboard accessory. Magnet-backed buttons are popular with real estate agents, restaurants, schools, and corporate identification.

Do you offer bilingual customer support in English and French? ↓

Yes — our Canadian customer support team handles orders and inquiries in both English and French. Quebec customers can place orders, request proofs, and get support in French via phone, email, or live chat. Service bilingue disponible.

Do you offer wholesale pricing for Canadian distributors? ↓

Yes. Promotional product distributors, branding agencies, and resellers ordering $500+ per month qualify for a wholesale account with tiered volume pricing, priority production, dedicated account support, and net-30 payment terms for established accounts. Visit our wholesale page or contact us to set up an account.

Will I pay customs fees or brokerage charges? ↓

No — every order ships domestically within Canada, so there are no customs fees, no duties, and no brokerage charges. The price you see at checkout is the final price (plus applicable GST/HST/QST). This is one of the biggest advantages of ordering from a Canadian button manufacturer vs a US or international one.

How durable are custom buttons? ↓

Our pin-back buttons are made with steel shells, a Mylar film layer for scratch and water resistance, and a sharp safety-locked pin on the back. They last for years of regular wear without fading, scratching, or rusting. Mylar protection means the artwork stays vibrant even when worn outdoors.

Can you handle rush orders for events or deadlines? ↓

Yes — we offer rush production (next-business-day) on most orders for an additional fee. Combined with overnight shipping (Purolator Express or Canada Post Priority), we can get custom buttons from Canadian order to Canadian door in 2–3 calendar days for most postal codes. Contact us with your deadline to confirm timing.

What cities in Canada do you serve? ↓

We serve every city and town in Canada. Our dedicated city pages cover the biggest markets: Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and Halifax. We also ship to smaller cities, towns, and remote postal codes nationwide.

How does your pricing compare to US button suppliers? ↓

When you factor in currency conversion (USD to CAD adds ~37%), brokerage fees ($15–$50 per shipment), customs/duty charges, and longer shipping times, US button suppliers are almost always more expensive once the order actually lands at your door. Our CAD pricing is all-in, with no surprises. Plus you get faster shipping, Canadian customer support, and Canadian business hours.

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