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MEC Digital Catalogue Fall/Winter 2025 edition

The MEC catalogue is back — in a new and different way.

MEC Nanaimo is now open

We're so excited to announce the opening of an all-new MEC store centrally located in Nanaimo.

Your Breathe Outdoors gift cards are welcome at MEC

MEC gives back to trails for July long weekend

On June 28, 25% of all MEC Label sales will go towards trail access, advocacy and education across Canada.

Big news: MEC is back in Canadian hands

An exciting update from our CEO about MEC’s future and all trails ahead.

Canadian brands we love at MEC

A roundup of our favourite Canadian outdoor brands

Going for it: Breaking barriers in ice climbing

MEC Climb Ambassador Emma Contaoe tells us the story of how she fell in love with ice climbing and conquered self-doubt to earn her lead climb certification.

Season Opener 2024 recap: POWerful speakers, epic films and so much more

We raised over $43,000 for Protect Our Winters Canada, and it’s all thanks to you.