FAQ
What makes Northern Bars different?
Traditional Nanaimo Bars are a cherished Canadian staple, but they are often known for being intensely sweet and requiring constant refrigeration. At Northern Bars, we created a thoughtful modern interpretation. We carefully balanced the sweetness and refined the texture for a richer, more approachable taste. Crafted to travel comfortably at cool room temperature (under 20°C) without losing its form. It is the iconic Canadian treat you love, elevated into a premium, gift-ready dessert.
Things to Know About Our Bars
Q1. Do your bars need to be refrigerated?
A1. No refrigeration needed! Our bars are specially crafted to travel and stay in pristine condition at cool room temperatures (under 20°C). Our founders regularly travel with them around the world—arriving in perfect form every time.
Q2. How long do your bars stay fresh?
A2. Our bars have a shelf life of up to 5 months from production. Each box comes stamped with its own Best Before date, and you can always expect at least 4+ months of shelf life when ordering with us.
Q3. What ingredients do you use?
A3. We believe great taste starts with honest ingredients. Our bars are crafted with 100% real Canadian butter and thoughtfully selected premium ingredients—striking the perfect balance of rich flavour and refined sweetness.
Q4. What flavours do you offer?
A4. We offer six distinctive handcrafted flavours—Classic, Saskatoon Berry & Lemon, Smokey Maple, Apple & Cinnamon, Espresso, and Choco-Banana. Each flavour is available on its own. We also feature curated sets, including our All-Canadian Assorted and Dark Chocolate Collection.
Classic Nanaimo Bars
Indulge in our classic favorite bars, a beloved treat that Canadians know and love, crafted with care and respect. Available in a variety of sizes—4 pc, 9 pc, and 16 pc—there's a perfect option for everyone. You can also find them in our assorted boxes or individually packed for your special events. Enjoy a taste of nostalgia with every bite!
Saskatoon Berry & Lemon
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White chocolate ganache, Saskatoon berry buttercream, and lemon base
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Available in 9-pc box and as a part of our Assorted All-Canadian box.
Apple & Cinnamon
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White chocolate ganache, cinnamon buttercream, and apple base
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Available in 9-pc box and as a part of our Assorted All-Canadian box.
Smokey Maple
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Dark chocolate ganache, maple buttercream, and chocolate & coconut base
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Available in 4-pc box and as a part of our Assorted All-Canadian box and Dark Chocolate collection
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Espresso​
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Dark chocolate ganache, espresso buttercream, and chocolate & coconut base.
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Available in 4-pc box and as a part of our Dark Chocolate collection
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Choco-Banana
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Dark chocolate ganache, banana buttercream, and chocolate & coconut base
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Available in 4-pc box and as a part of our Dark Chocolate collection
Our other flavors
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Our packaging
Our packaging is designed by Vancouver designer David Arias, and depicts famous landmarks in Vancouver - from Science World, Sea to Sky Gondola, BC Ferries, to Lions Gate Bridge and so many others.
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The packaging instantly reminds you of the wonderful sight and sound of Vancouver.
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Our box is sturdy and should be reused! Keep it as a trinket box, or to store polaroids from your trip to Vancouver.
Made in BC, Canada
Our bars are crafted with care right here in British Columbia, Canada. We are proud to call Granville Island our home, welcoming visitors from all around the world and sharing a modern taste of Canadian tradition every day.
