Here is a list of 31 Canadian candies you can purchase, divided into six categories for your convenience. All of them have hyperlinks leading directly to their listings at TheCanadaFoods.com, where you will see the real product size and current price of each candy to order.
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Classic Canadian Candy & Treats
Nestle Smarties, Kraft Caramels, HERSHEY'S Cookies 'N' Creme Pretzels, Lucky Charms Marshmallow Treats Bars, Rice Krispies Squares Original, Rice Krispies Squares Birthday Cake
Maynards Gummy Favorites
Swedish Berries, Swedish Berries & Creme, Fuzzy Peach, Sour Patch Kids Grape Raisin, Big Sour Patch Kids Heads, Sour Cherry Blasters, Wine Gums
Twizzlers Lineup
Strawberry Twists, Nibs Cherry, Super Nibs Cherry, Pull-n-Peel Cherry, Orange Cream Pop Filled Twists, Gummies Tangy Tongue Twisters
Haribo & International Gummies
Goldbears, Tangfastics, Starmix, Twin Snakes, Happy Cola
Skittles & Sour Candy
Skittles Gummies Original, Skittles Gummies Wildberry, Great Value Sour Funmix, Great Value Sour Worms, Great Value Sour Gummy Treats
Retro & Novelty Candy
Our Finest Premium Licorice Allsorts, SHAQ-A-LICIOUS XL Gummies Original
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These six things aren't necessarily about the chocolate bar but rather the candy, treat bars, and pantry sweets available in a Canadian candy section in flavors or imports you won't find south of the border.
Sizes from 45g up to an 800g pantry size
The Canadian alternative to candy-coated chocolate buttons, Nestle Smarties consist of a chocolate core encased in a shell of sugar. The problem is that this product has nothing to do with the tart discs of powdered candy available in America as Smarties. These are the Canadian version of the candy, more akin to M&M's but still with its own shell snap and special milk chocolate recipe. This treat comes in a variety of sizes, from 45g to 800g.
269g
Gooey, soft caramel bites packaged in an individual, resealable bag. They are more of a simple pantry item than an indulgence snack and will do well for snacking alone or even making caramel apples or homemade rice crispy treats. Individual packaging makes a difference for distributing in lunches or in a candy bowl that will last more than one day.
170g (6 oz) · Imported from Canada
Tiny pretzels coated in cookies and cream flavor, which means you first taste the saltiness of the pretzel, followed immediately by the creamy, slightly sour flavor. This specific box of treats is marked as "imported from Canada." It is one of the few real-life examples of candy that Americans don't have access to. If you prefer salty-sweet candy to chocolate, this treat is a great choice.
120g · 5 individually wrapped bars
Five single-wrapped snack bars that are based on the Lucky Charms cereal rather than the regular crisped rice that is used in most treat bars. They have a soft, chewy texture with cereal marshmallow pieces. They are perfect for the lunch box. They are not cumbersome, mess-free, and easy to carry around.
176g · 8 bars
Individually packaged marshmallow and rice crisp bar, comes in boxes of eight. If you had a childhood of making your own rice cereal bars at home, this is precisely what they taste and feel like. The only difference is that it is wrapped in a convenient package for on-the-go snacking.
176g · 8 bars
Just like the original bar, except now it has a birthday twist in the form of cake flavor and colorful sprinkles. This particular flavor isn't usually seen on the shelves of a typical American grocery store when it comes to treat bars. It would be a great addition to any child's lunchbox or party favor bag.
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Maynards is almost synonymous with gummy candy brands in Canada. Maynards is a product of Mondelez. It is the company that owns Cadbury. Some products listed below feature the Sour Patch Kids logo along with the Maynards logo. That is not a mistake. In the 1970s, Canada created the Sour Patch Kids candy under the name Mars Men and Mondelez. It continues to sell this candy under the Maynards name. It does not sell under the Sour Patch Kids name in Canada, as it does in the United States.
154g
This is a berry-shaped gummy candy that is soft and chewy. It is coated with a small amount of sugar and has a simple, sweet taste of berries. It is one of the classic shapes of Maynards candies and a good choice for those who haven't tasted Maynards before.
154g
Same berry shape and chewiness as the Swedish Berries, except each berry has been divided into a fruit-flavored side and a vanilla cream side. The taste is slightly more dessert-like than a fruit gummy.
154g
The gummies have a peach shape with an outer covering of sour sugar. It lets you taste the tanginess before getting into the softer and sweeter peach-flavored candy. This coating is not too sour because it cannot match the level of a sour candy.
154g
It's a Sour Patch Kids gummy candy with a coating that tastes sour at first, then sweet. The grape and raisin flavors of gummy candy are not very popular in the United States. If you are a Sour Patch Kids fan, it is worth giving it a try.
154g
Biggest ever representation of the iconic Sour Patch Kids character, but this time made up of larger candy pieces in the shape of the kid's head and featuring that classic sour candy shell that opens up to reveal a sweet gummy center. Perfect for all you Sour Patch Kids lovers looking for something big.
355g
These are Cherry gummy candies that have a tart sugar-coating in an extra-large 355g bag. The package has been designed to share. If you find Swedish Berries too mild for your taste buds, Cherry is more on the tart side.
315g
Contrary to its name, there is no wine in Wine Gums; there are just different types of firmer and chewier candies made from gums in fruity flavors like blackcurrant, lime, and orange. These gum candies are harder to chew than the common gummy bear, with a texture similar to that of a British gum candy and not an American one.
Twizzlers Lineup
Twizzlers belong to the Hershey range, and the flavors found here are, for the most part, candy that Americans have encountered before. What catches the eye is the selection of flavors offered in Canada, some of which aren't as common in a typical American store.
454g
The classic long ridged strawberry twist that comes to mind when one thinks of Twizzlers. This 454-g (one pound) bag is larger than the average Twizzler bag available in U.S. convenience stores, making it a good choice for movie night.
400g
Cherry Twizzlers in bite-sized pieces rather than long strands are best for large handfuls. No more unwinding one long strand at a time. They have the same chewy, licorice-like texture and cherry flavor as traditional Twizzlers, but in a new form.
400g
This is the heavier, chubbier version of the Nibs that we have already discussed above. It takes time for a person to chew on each piece due to its chewy texture. It takes longer to consume than a normal Nibs piece.
396g
Rather than one thick twist, it is composed of slender strands that you unravel and unroll one by one. It's more of a plaything than something that you can chew directly, which contributes to its popularity among children. Cherry flavor; same soft, candy-like licorice texture as other Twizzlers products.
311g
This candy is twisted into a shape with orange cream soda flavor on the outside and a creamy filling inside. It is truly unique because it doesn't have a flavor found in regular Twizzlers flavors in the United States.
182g
This product isn't made like licorice; it's a gummy candy, instead of the chewy texture of the other items described in this section. This is a twisted strip that is sour and gummy, similar to a Haribo gummy but unlike the original Twizzler.
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Haribo is a German brand available all over the world, so none of these candies are exclusive to Canada. However, the selection shown here exceeds the traditional Haribo Goldbears, featuring various shapes and flavors which may not have the same representation in an ordinary US grocery store.
175g
The original Haribo gummy bear and also the standard that all other gummy candies are judged by for many. Soft, chewy, five flavors of fruit, and that's all there is to it. If you're new to Haribo, then this is where you begin.
175g
The sour-sweet candy comes in various shapes, such as bears and rings. It starts off with a sour taste. But eventually it becomes sweet, soft, and chewy. These unique characteristics set Haribo's product apart from its counterpart, Goldbears.
175g
These are mixed Haribo shapes in one pack: bears, rings, cola bottles, and more. They are available in classic fruity flavors. Best option when you don't know which shape or flavor to pick from a single pack.
175g
These are snake-shaped candies that come in two colors and flavors along their entire length. This is one of those unusual shapes that Haribo sells in the U.S. It isn't available in as many stores as Goldbears. If you're a Haribo fan, it's definitely worth checking out.
175g
Gummies in the shape of colas that have the taste of colas, not just the fruity gummy taste that most gummy candies have. It's a less commonly found, but better-tasting flavor than what you find in regular gummy candy.
Skittles & Sour Candy
This category includes both a gummi-type candy familiar to Americans and a bunch of sour candies made by Walmart's private label in Canada.
164g
These are quite similar to classic Skittles, but in a soft, gummy candy form. You won't find this with the familiar hard candy shell. The candy chew is more like a Starburst candy than a gummy bear. It is thick and a bit sticky.
164g
Berry flavor range in the same soft, chewy candy as the original Skittles Gummies. Tends to be sweeter than citrus-flavored compared to the original range, and is relatively harder to find in the USA than the regular fruit range.
175g
Sour gummy candy that is part of Walmart Canada's own brand of house products, using several shapes in a single pack. Since Great Value is a private label, the formulation and manufacturer may vary depending on what's sold on the shelves as Great Value in the United States. However, the packaging may look very similar.
450g
Traditional dual-color gummy worms covered in a sour sugar coating, now in a larger 450g pack. This is the store brand equivalent of an all-time favorite candy dish item, and in this size it's more of a stock-up item than a snack.
450g
A bag of sour gummies that come in different shapes and belong to the Great Value house brand. This is similar to the previous Sour Worms, except it comes in a 450g size and has varied shapes.
Retro & Novelty Candy
Neither of these can easily be lumped into either of those classifications. Still, they're both good to know about: one being a true traditional British favorite, while the other is a very new addition to this list. Old-school candy dish favorites like these can be found in the Retro Candy category.
400g resealable bag · Product of England
Licorice candy layered in various colors and forms, some coated in fondant, others with coconut coating, featuring an aniseed flavoring of licorice that goes throughout the black candy. This specific package bears the label as being produced in England and imported to Canada by a supermarket brand. It's the sort of candy dish essential that older buyers will immediately recognize, while younger ones might be trying it for the very first time.
175g
This product consists of a large sized gummy candy that was launched by Hershey company, and features a cooperation with Shaquille O'Neal, whose face appears to be the image of each gummy candy. The Original variety includes peach, orange, and berry punch flavors. Pieces are larger than a typical gummy bear. It is available not only in the USA but in Canada as well. However, the package size and flavors may vary in Canada.
Where to Buy Canadian Candy Online in the USA
All 31 candies listed above are shipped by TheCanadaFoods.com, which procures products straight from Canadian food suppliers and delivers them to US addresses. Important points to consider before placing an order: free shipping when your order reaches $65, and no minimum order quantity is required to order below that amount. Orders usually ship within a few working days, and you will receive a tracking number by email after your order ships.
The checkout process will indicate the total price of your purchase, which may include any applicable shipping fees, prior to completing any step, so there shouldn't be any surprises during checkout. The regulations governing the importation of low-value international packages into the U.S. have been modified in the last year; therefore, should your purchase be subject to any customs charges,
It would be worthwhile to review the current shipping policy page before proceeding to checkout.
The price and size information above is based on current site listings and may change without notice.
When purchasing more than just a few bags, it is definitely better to create an entire box than to check out individual pieces. Take a few flavors of Maynards, add some Haribo, and throw in some Smarties, and you have yourself a ready-to-share Canadian candy box without too much hassle. If that is not your cup of tea, there are some assembled in the site's snack boxes section.
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A good chunk of the treats listed below will have that element of nostalgia for anyone who has grown up in Canada. There might even be some treats that will just be interesting in terms of flavors or shapes if you know what the brand offers and would want to try something different. In any case, here are the Iconic Canadian Gifts that will definitely be worth your time. A mix of several bags makes a perfect care package or gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering how things work around here? Our FAQ has you covered.
While there is no ranking system, some brands that get repeated whenever anyone discusses candies they used to consume in their childhood include Maynards, which makes gummy candies, and Nestle, which produces Smarties and Coffee Crisp. There are wide variations in popularity based on regions and generations, so take this as a beginning.
Absolutely. Websites such as TheCanadaFoods.com deliver gummy candies made by companies such as Maynards, Haribo, and Skittles Gummies right to your doorstep in America, without the need for anyone to return with them in their luggage.
While the main Twizzlers products such as Strawberry Twists are the same in Canada and the US, what differs is the exact assortment of available items. For example, flavors like Orange Cream Pop Filled Twists and product forms like Nibs and Super Nibs are more likely to be found in Canada than in the United States.
Sour Patch Kids originated in Canada in the late 1970s. Back then, they were known by another name. At the time, they were called Mars Men. Later, the name changed, and the company introduced Sour Patch Kids to the United States market in the 1980s. It is noteworthy that Mondelez International owns both Maynards and Sour Patch Kids.
Foods from Canada are shipped from Canada, and the cost of the items is calculated for you to see prior to finalizing your transaction. The United States Customs has updated the regulations related to the taxation of low-value international parcels in the last year. It is recommended that you check the shipping policy of the website.
For simple sour candy, try Great Value Sour Worms and Haribo Tangfastics. To taste sourness with a Canadian flavor, try Maynards Sour Patch Kids Grape Raisin and Sour Cherry Blasters, which offer a unique mix of sour and sweet candies that Sour Patch Kids are famous for, as well as Twizzlers Gummies Tangy Tongue Twisters for sour gummy candies.