Cottage Craft is locally owned and has operated in Calgary for 45 years. It's owners and operators, sisters Lorraine and Avis Perry, are descendants of the Labrador Inuit and the Miq'mac of Eastern Canada.  Therefore, their knowledge of both Inuit and Native Culture and Tradition is very broad, and equally appreciated.  It's their pleasure to bring you TRULY CANADIAN Inuit and Native Art.

Mark of Authenticity

Given the fact that Inuit sculptures are highly prized as Canadian souvenirs and as art objects, it is unfortunately inevitable that mass-produced reproductions and imitations have proliferated. These items, made of plastic, ceramic or "cast stone", sometimes tempt the uninformed consumer by their lower price. These imitations generally have no investment or aesthetic value whatsoever, and are in no way endorsed by the Canadian government or the Inuit of Canada. In fact, they tend to lower the image and reduce the sales of genuine Inuit sculpture, thus depriving Inuit artists of income.

To protect the consumer and Inuit carvers, the Canadian government has registered the symbol of the igloo as a trademark. Sculptures bearing this "igloo tag" or sticker are certified to be handmade by Inuit.