New Owner
Introducing the NEW OWNER of The Silver Moccasin, Brittany Scanlon. Brittany will be officially taking ownership of the business as of January 1, 2025. Brittany brings a wealth of experience and education that will allow her to take this business to the next level.
Brittany is an Indigenous artisan who is passionate about Indigenous arts and crafts. Her knowledge of the Indigenous culture will be a great asset that she can share with customers and the public as well. Customers like to know the meaning and traditional uses of the handmade crafts and Brittany will continue to share this knowledge that will educate and inform customers.
PLEASE WELCOME BRITTANY as she begins her new journey!
ABOUT US
The Silver Moccasin is an Indigenous-owned and operated business.
In 2007, The Silver Moccasin was established in Cobalt Ontario. ‘The Silver Moccasin‘ name reflects the town of Cobalt’s historic silver mining camp theme and is also located on Silver Street (now our warehouse). The Moccasin represents the native culture and our specialty product. Our products include authentic Indigenous-made Canadian arts and crafts, novelty gifts and souvenirs. Our specialty moccasins are made in Canada by Indigenous artisans and from Indigenous-owned companies. Great care is taken to ensure all products meet our standards of quality that in turn allows you the customer, complete satisfaction with your purchases.
✨ATTENTION LOCAL SHOPPERS✨If you are in the P0J area code you have the option of picking up your order at our warehouse at 36 Silver Street, Cobalt Ontario. Please call to make arrangements for pick-up orders!
Our Slogan
“Celebrating Canada’s Indigenous History and Culture!”
Our Mission
To provide a shopping experience that will inform, inspire and satisfy the desire to purchase products that are meaningful as gifts or collectibles while promoting Indigenous culture and supporting Indigenous artisans.
Our Story
The Silver Moccasin opened its doors in August of 2007 and shortly thereafter launched the first online store, which has been growing and gathering a solid online customer base ever since. The physical store closed as of January 30th, 2019.
We are very happy to be doing what we do for a living! Making crafts and creating artwork is a favourite pastime of ours. Some of the products we produce ourselves and include original paintings on canvas, art cards, dream catchers, leather bags, jewelry, friendship and talking feathers, smudge kits and craft kits. Other products are purchased directly from Indigenous artisans in our local community and other First Nations communities in Canada. We hope you enjoy your visit and please do come back so you don’t miss out on new products and updates on news and events!