Back-to-School Supplies

Everything Canadian students need for the first day of class, organized by category. Pick a category to shop on Amazon.ca.

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Clothing & Shoes

Back-to-school is one of the biggest clothing shopping seasons of the year in Canada. Uniforms, runners, and seasonal layers top most provincial lists.

  • Runners & gym shoes
  • Pants, jeans & shorts
  • T-shirts & hoodies
  • Winter jackets
  • Socks & underwear
  • Uniform pieces
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School Supplies

The everyday essentials every student needs. Most provinces publish grade-level supply lists before the first day of class.

  • Pencils & pens
  • Notebooks & binders
  • Erasers & sharpeners
  • Scissors & glue
  • Pencil cases
  • Rulers & highlighters
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Backpacks & Bags

A durable, properly fitted backpack matters for posture and daily comfort. Look for padded straps and enough room for a laptop or binders.

  • Backpacks
  • Lunch bags
  • Gym bags
  • Laptop sleeves
  • Pencil pouches
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Lunch Boxes & Water Bottles

Reusable lunch kits and insulated bottles are the norm in Canadian schools, and a great way to cut waste all year.

  • Bento lunch boxes
  • Insulated lunch bags
  • Water bottles
  • Thermoses
  • Snack containers
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Art Supplies

Crayons, markers, and paint are requested year-round for classroom projects and take-home assignments.

  • Crayons & markers
  • Coloured pencils
  • Paint sets
  • Sketchbooks
  • Construction paper
  • School glue
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Electronics

Laptops, tablets, and headphones are often the biggest single line item in the back-to-school budget, especially for high school.

  • Laptops & Chromebooks
  • Tablets
  • Headphones
  • Keyboards & mice
  • USB chargers
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Graphing Calculators

Required for senior high school math, calculus, and science courses. Graphing models are the standard on most Grade 11–12 supply lists.

  • Graphing calculators
  • Calculator cases
  • USB cables
  • Spare batteries
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Scientific Calculators

The workhorse for middle school and early high school math and science. Check whether your school permits programmable models before buying.

  • Scientific calculators
  • Basic calculators
  • Calculator cases
  • Spare batteries
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School Supplies FAQ

Are the links on this page affiliate links?

Yes. Every "Shop on Amazon.ca" button and product link on this page is an affiliate link. If you buy something after clicking, PublicSchools.ca earns a small commission at no extra cost to you, as a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program.

Do I pay more when I buy through these links?

No. The price you see on Amazon.ca is exactly the same whether you arrive through this page or go directly to Amazon. The commission is paid by Amazon out of their marketing budget, never by you.

How do I know what supplies my child needs?

Most Canadian school boards publish grade-level supply lists on their websites before the school year starts. Search your board or province on PublicSchools.ca to find official contact details and websites, then check their back-to-school page.