Custom Youth Apparel Canada - No Minimum Order

After t-shirts, hoodies are the #1 item in any custom youth apparel Canada program. They're warmer, they last longer, and kids actually want to wear them — which makes them the #1 fundraiser item for Canadian schools year after year. A well-printed youth hoodie is part uniform, part keepsake, part walking advertisement for your school or team.

Top Youth Hoodie Styles

• Gildan 185B Youth Hooded Sweatshirt — $14.96 — The #1 school hoodie in Canada. 7.75 oz 50/50 cotton-poly blend with a double-lined hood, front kangaroo pocket, and ribbed cuffs. It washes well, prints beautifully, and costs less than $15. Schools from Montreal to Ottawa to Winnipeg order this by the hundreds every fall.
• ATC L0550Y Youth Pullover Hoodie — Canadian-made ATC quality in a youth cut. Slightly more structured than the Gildan 185B, with a softer interior fleece. Preferred by organizations that want a Canadian-brand story.
• Gildan 186B Youth Full-Zip Hoodie — The zip-front version for programs that want versatility. Popular for team warm-up gear where kids need to get in and out quickly — minor hockey, basketball, track & field.

Hoodies as School Fundraisers

School councils across Canada have discovered what spirit wear coordinators have known for years: hoodies sell themselves. Set a $35–$45 retail price on a custom Gildan 185B and you have $20+ margin per unit without anyone blinking. Students want them. Parents buy them happily. Teachers order adult sizes. Run a pre-order campaign through your school's communication platform, collect funds upfront, and submit a single bulk order — zero inventory risk.

Gildan Heavy Blend vs. ATC Performance

The Gildan 185B is your price leader — maximum units, maximum impact, reliable results. ATC youth hoodies cost slightly more but appeal to programs that prioritize Canadian manufacturing and a softer premium feel. Both screen print excellently. For most school and camp programs, the Gildan 185B is the right call. For competitive sports teams where premium feel matters, consider ATC.

Cities We Serve

Youth hoodie orders regularly ship to schools and teams in Montreal, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and across Quebec, Ontario, and Manitoba. Free shipping on orders over $250 — most youth hoodie orders qualify.

The crewneck sweatshirt is the underrated workhorse of custom youth apparel Canada. Cleaner than a hoodie, warmer than a t-shirt, and perfectly suited to school environments where hoods aren't always welcome. If your school has a no-hood policy in classrooms, the crewneck is your spirit wear answer.

Top Youth Crewneck Styles

• ATC L0540Y Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt — $16.95 — The flagship youth crewneck. 80/20 ring-spun cotton-poly blend with a brushed interior for warmth and comfort. Holds screen prints sharply and washes without pilling. A favourite for school spirit programs in Ontario and Alberta.
• Gildan G180B Youth Crewneck Sweatshirt — The budget-friendly crewneck option. 7.75 oz 50/50 blend — the same proven construction as the 185B hoodie, just without the hood. Great for programs ordering across a wide size range on a fixed budget.

When Crewnecks Beat Hoodies

There are situations where a crewneck is clearly the better choice for youth programs:

• Younger kids (Grade K–3): Hoods on younger children can be a safety concern during outdoor play. Crewnecks eliminate that issue while keeping kids warm.
• Formal school events: Photo days, assemblies, and presentations look cleaner in a crewneck than a hoodie.
• School uniform programs: Many private and Catholic schools incorporate crewnecks into their uniform mix as an approved layering piece over collared shirts.
• No-hood classroom policies: Several school boards in Hamilton, Edmonton, and Calgary restrict hood-wearing during instruction. Crewnecks are the compliant spirit wear option.

Layering for Canadian Weather

Canadian kids spend September through May in variable weather. A crewneck sweatshirt layers perfectly over a cotton tee and under a jacket — making it a year-round apparel piece rather than a seasonal one. Order matching crewnecks and tees in your school colours for a complete layering system.

Screen Printing on Fleece

Fleece garments require slightly different screen printing technique — higher mesh counts and adjusted ink viscosity — to get crisp, vibrant results on the textured surface. Our print team handles this automatically. You get the same bold, washfast results you'd expect on a t-shirt.

Schools are the largest single category of custom youth apparel Canada buyers. From elementary spirit week tees to high school graduation hoodies, Canadian schools invest in custom apparel to build community, celebrate milestones, and — increasingly — raise funds for programs that government budgets don't cover.

Common School Apparel Programs

• Spirit Week Shirts: One design, school colours, ordered for the entire student body. Typically the Gildan 500B at $4.95 — maximum students, minimum cost.
• Graduation Tees & Hoodies: "Class of [Year]" designs for Grade 8 and Grade 12 graduates. These are keepsakes — students and parents are happy to pay a premium. Bella+Canvas 3001Y or Gildan 185B are both popular.
• Photo Day Shirts: Coordinated school colours for class photos. Soft-hand fabrics like the Bella+Canvas 3001Y photograph beautifully.
• Fundraiser Programs: Pre-order campaigns where students sell hoodies to the school community. Margins of $15–$25 per unit are achievable at retail pricing of $35–$45.
• School Council & Staff Shirts: Matching tees or polos for parent volunteers and staff on event days.

Ordering Across Multiple Grades: Size Distribution Tips

When ordering for a full school, size distribution matters. A typical elementary school (JK–Grade 8) order might run:

• YXS / YS: 25% (primary grades)
• YM / YL: 45% (middle grades)
• YXL + Adult S/M: 30% (senior students, staff, parents)

We can help you build a size run based on your school's enrollment breakdown — just share approximate grade counts and we'll suggest quantities.

Budget to Premium — Matching Garments to Goals

Not every school program needs the same garment. Match the product to the purpose:

• Spirit day / mass event: Gildan 500B at $4.95 — equip everyone affordably
• Fundraiser / keepsake: Bella+Canvas 3001Y at $6.95 — quality parents notice & appreciate
• Graduation hoodie: Gildan 185B at $14.96 — the reliable Canadian school standard

Mixing Youth & Adult Sizes

Most school orders include adult sizes for teachers, educational assistants, and parent volunteers. We can combine youth and adult styles in the same order — same design, same colour — so everyone matches. This is especially popular for school council and staff shirts in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal, Edmonton, Ottawa, and Winnipeg.

Youth sports are a massive driver of custom youth apparel Canada demand. Minor leagues, associations, and clubs across the country need matching apparel that performs on and off the ice, field, and court — built to handle active kids, frequent washing, and Canadian weather from September through June.

Hockey — Canada's Sport

Minor hockey associations from Calgary and Edmonton to Toronto and Vancouver regularly order:

• Practice shirts: Gildan 500B or ATC1000Y in team colours — affordable enough to order multiples per player
• Warm-up hoodies: Gildan 185B with team name, number, and logo — worn over equipment during pre-game warm-up and on the bench
• End-of-season tees: Commemorating tournament wins, playoff runs, or simply the season

Soccer, Baseball & Basketball

• Youth soccer: Team tees for tournaments and travel, often with player name and number on the back. Moisture-management fabrics or 100% cotton — we carry both.
• Little league baseball: Practice tees and team warm-up shirts. Classic Gildan 500B in team colours with screen-printed numbers.
• Basketball programs: Shooting shirts and warm-up tees. Lightweight fabrics like the Next Level N6310 are popular for breathability.
• Gymnastics clubs: Fitted youth styles for team identification at competitions. Bella+Canvas 3413Y triblend is a favourite for the soft, athletic fit.

Team Name + Number Printing

We handle individual name and number printing on youth apparel — either screen printed for bulk runs or DTF printed for small batches where every player has a unique name. Chest logo + back number + player name is our most common sports team layout.

Matching Youth & Adult Styles

Coaches and managers need to match the team. We source matching adult styles for every youth garment we carry, so your coaching staff can wear the same colours and design as the players — important for team photos and tournament identification.

Volume Pricing for Leagues

Leagues ordering for multiple teams get volume pricing across the full order. If your association has 8 teams of 15 players each, that's 120 shirts — well into bulk pricing territory. Contact us to discuss league-level pricing arrangements.

Summer camps are one of the most consistent buyers of custom youth apparel Canada — and for good reason. A camp shirt does triple duty: it identifies campers and staff, creates group belonging, and serves as a souvenir that kids actually wear long after the summer ends. From day camps in suburban Ontario to overnight camps on Vancouver Island to specialty programs near Banff, camp apparel is a seasonal staple we handle every spring.

Camp Identification Shirts

The primary function of a camp tee is identification — campers and staff are visually distinguishable at a glance. This means:

• Camp name & logo prominently on the chest or back
• Colour coding by role — different colours for staff vs. campers, or different colours per cabin/session
• Session-specific designs — camps running multiple 2-week sessions often do a new design each session so returning campers have a new collectible

The Gildan 500B at $4.95 is the camp staple — durable, affordable, available in dozens of colours, and it survives a summer of outdoor activities without falling apart.

Specialty Camp Apparel

• Sports camps: Performance-oriented tees for hockey, soccer, and multi-sport programs. Active kids need durable fabrics.
• Arts camps: Softer, more fashion-forward styles — Bella+Canvas 3001Y is popular for theatre, music, and visual arts programs where the aesthetic matters.
• Science & STEM camps: Fun, graphic-forward designs on classic tees. Kids love a nerdy camp shirt.
• Leadership programs: More polished looks — consider a crewneck sweatshirt or ATC style for camps that want a premium feel.

The Hoodie as Camp Souvenir

Many overnight camps offer a camp hoodie as an optional add-on purchase — or include it as part of the registration package. A custom Gildan 185B hoodie at $14.96 retails comfortably at $35–$45, creating meaningful margin for the camp while giving kids a keepsake they'll wear for years.

Early Season Ordering Tips

Camp orders placed before April 15 avoid the spring rush. Most camps finalize their designs by March, place orders in April, and receive delivery in May — well ahead of the June start of the camping season. Our standard 10-business-day turnaround handles spring orders without stress, and 7-business-day rush service is available when timelines are tight.

Screen printing is the gold standard for bulk custom youth apparel Canada orders — and for good reason. It produces bold, opaque colours that hold up through hundreds of wash cycles, costs less per unit as quantities increase, and looks sharp on everything from lightweight tees to heavy fleece hoodies. When you're printing 50 or more pieces with the same design, screen printing is almost always the right choice.

How Screen Printing Works on Youth Fabrics

Youth garments are typically lighter weight than adult styles — a Gildan 500B Youth runs 5.3 oz vs. the adult 5000 at 5.3 oz as well, but youth styles often have a finer weave. This requires adjusted technique:

• Mesh count: Higher mesh screens (160–200) for tighter weaves ensure clean edges without ink bleed
• Ink lay: Lighter ink deposit on finer fabrics — too much ink on a lightweight youth tee creates a stiff, cracked feel after washing
• Squeegee pressure: Calibrated to the fabric weight so ink penetrates the weave without pushing through

Our print team adjusts settings automatically based on the garment — you never need to worry about the technical details.

Plastisol vs. Water-Based Inks

• Plastisol inks are the standard for most youth apparel orders — bright, opaque, extremely durable, and available in virtually any colour. They sit on top of the fabric and are resistant to fading and cracking.
• Water-based inks penetrate the fabric for a softer, more vintage feel. Popular for premium youth styles like Bella+Canvas triblend tees where a soft hand is part of the appeal.

CPSIA-Safe Ink Certification

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) sets strict limits on heavy metals and harmful chemicals in children's products. All inks we use for youth apparel are CPSIA-compliant — free from lead, phthalates, and other restricted substances. Safe for kids, documented for your records.

Design Options: 1 to 6 Colours

Standard screen printing handles 1–6 spot colours. Most school and camp designs work beautifully in 1–3 colours — a 2-colour chest print is the most common format for youth programs. Multi-location printing (chest front + full back + left sleeve, for example) is available and popular for sports teams and graduation designs.

Cost Advantage for Bulk Orders

Screen printing economics reward volume. The setup cost (screens) is spread across the full print run — so 100 shirts costs dramatically less per unit than 25 shirts. For youth programs ordering 50+ pieces, screen printing almost always beats DTF on a per-unit cost basis. Most school and camp orders fall well above the break-even threshold.

Direct to Film (DTF) printing has changed what's possible for small-run custom youth apparel Canada orders. Where screen printing requires minimum quantities to be cost-effective, DTF delivers full-colour, photo-quality prints with no setup fees — making it the right tool for personalized, one-off, or low-quantity youth apparel that would be prohibitively expensive to screen print.

What Is DTF Printing?

DTF (Direct to Film) is a digital printing process where your design is printed onto a special film, then heat-transferred to the garment. The result is a full-colour, vibrant print with excellent washfastness — similar to a high-quality iron-on, but far more durable and professional. DTF works on virtually any fabric colour, including black and dark garments where screen printing requires expensive white underbase layers.

Full-Colour Designs With No Colour Limit

Screen printing charges per colour in your design — a 4-colour logo costs more than a 2-colour logo. DTF has no such limitation. A photograph, a gradient, a multicolour cartoon mascot, a rainbow design — it all costs the same. This makes DTF ideal for:

• Photo-quality prints — team photos, camp memories, event graphics
• Complex mascots or cartoon characters — full-colour illustrations that would be impractical to screen print
• Small batches — no screen setup means no minimum order penalty

No Minimum — Perfect for Custom One-Offs

DTF is ideal when you need a small quantity of personalized youth apparel:

• Birthday shirts: A custom tee with the birthday kid's name, age, and favourite character — quantity: 1
• Personalized gifts: Custom youth hoodies or tees with individual names, inside jokes, or unique designs
• Sibling sets: Matching shirts in different sizes for a family reunion or event
• Event-specific designs: A single shirt for a school play, a sports achievement, or a special occasion

Screen Printing vs. DTF — When Each Makes Sense

• Choose screen printing when: You have 50+ pieces, a simple 1–4 colour design, and want the lowest cost per unit
• Choose DTF when: You have fewer than 50 pieces, a complex or full-colour design, need individual personalization, or are printing on dark garments without a large budget

DTF applies to any garment — t-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, hats — and to any fabric colour. Dark navy, black, red, forest green — no white underbase required, no extra charge for dark garments.

The market for custom youth apparel Canada is broader than most people expect. Yes, schools and sports teams are the biggest buyers — but the full list of who orders youth-sized custom apparel covers nearly every corner of community life in Canada, from coast to coast.

Schools — The Largest Category

Elementary and secondary schools are by far the biggest buyers of custom youth apparel. Spirit wear programs, graduation events, class trips, fundraisers, photo days, and staff appreciation events all generate apparel orders throughout the school year. A single school might place 4–6 separate orders annually. Multiply that across thousands of Canadian schools and you see why this is the #1 driver of youth custom apparel demand.

Minor Sports Associations

Hockey associations, soccer clubs, baseball leagues, basketball programs, gymnastics clubs, swimming clubs — every organized youth sport in Canada needs custom apparel. Practice shirts, team warm-ups, tournament gear, end-of-season awards. Leagues with multiple teams generate large orders that qualify for volume pricing.

Summer & Day Camps

Camps order every spring for the upcoming summer season. Day camps, overnight camps, specialty programs (arts, sports, science, leadership, religious) all need identification shirts for campers and staff. Many camps sell spirit hoodies as add-on merchandise, generating fundraising revenue alongside the functional order.

Church Youth Groups & VBS

Vacation Bible School (VBS) programs are one of the most consistent seasonal youth apparel buyers in Canada — typically ordering in May for late-June or July programs. Youth group shirts for retreats, mission trips, and community events are also common. Quantities typically range from 25 to 150 pieces.

Dance Studios & Performing Arts

Dance studios order recital tees, competition warm-ups, and studio branded apparel for students of all ages. Performing arts programs — theatre, choir, band — order matching shirts for performances and competitions. These buyers often want softer, more fashion-forward styles like Bella+Canvas triblend.

Families — Birthday Parties & Reunions

Birthday parties with custom youth tees, family reunions where kids and adults match, sibling sets for holidays and events — DTF printing makes small-quantity family orders accessible at reasonable prices. A birthday shirt for one kid or matching shirts for a cousin crew of ten are both easy to do.

Corporate Family Days & Community Events

Companies hosting family appreciation events, community organizations running youth programs, festivals with volunteer kid crews — all need custom youth apparel. These buyers often need a mix of youth and adult sizes in the same order, which we handle routinely.

Non-Profits, Daycares & Preschools

Non-profit organizations running after-school programs, licensed daycares and preschools building brand recognition, community centres with youth programming — all regularly order custom youth apparel for identification, events, and fundraising. These organizations often have modest budgets; the Gildan 500B at $4.95 makes branded apparel accessible at any scale.

No matter where you fall on this list — whether you're ordering 12 birthday shirts or 500 school spirit tees — T-Shirt Elephant ships custom youth apparel to organizations throughout Canada, with free shipping on orders over $250 and a standard 10-business-day turnaround from approved artwork.

Choosing the right fabric for youth apparel comes down to comfort, durability, and intended use. Here's a breakdown of the most popular fabric types we carry:

• 100% Cotton — The classic choice. Gildan 500B is our most popular youth tee — the school and camp staple that holds up wash after wash. Breathable, affordable, and available in 30+ colours.
• Ring-Spun Cotton — Bella+Canvas 3001Y uses ring-spun cotton for a noticeably softer hand feel. Ideal when you want a retail-quality look for events, fundraisers, or gifts.
• Cotton-Poly Blend — The ATC5050Y offers a 50/50 cotton-polyester blend that resists shrinkage and holds its shape better over repeated washing — great for active kids.
• Triblend (Cotton / Poly / Rayon) — Bella+Canvas 3413Y and Next Level N6310 deliver an ultra-soft, lightweight feel with a beautiful heather look. Perfect for premium team apparel or retail-style programs.
• Cotton Fleece — The Gildan 185B hoodie and G180B crewneck use a heavy cotton-rich fleece that provides warmth without excessive bulk — ideal for fall and winter school orders.
• Performance Polyester — The Team 365 TT11Y is moisture-wicking and designed for active use. Ideal for sports teams, gym classes, and outdoor programs.

How to Choose by Use Case

• School uniforms & spirit wear: Gildan 500B (durable, budget-friendly)
• Premium fundraiser tees: Bella+Canvas 3001Y or 3413Y (retail feel)
• Sports teams: Team 365 TT11Y (performance polyester)
• Fall/winter orders: Gildan 185B hoodie or ATC L0540Y crewneck
• Sensitive skin / younger kids: Triblend (softest option)

Child-Appropriate Softness Ratings

• ★★★★★ Ultra-Soft: Triblend (3413Y, N6310)
• ★★★★ Very Soft: Ring-Spun Cotton (3001Y)
• ★★★ Standard Soft: 100% Cotton (500B, ATC1000Y)
• ★★ Structured: Cotton-Poly Blend (ATC5050Y)
• ★ Performance: Moisture-Wicking Poly (TT11Y)

What Is CPSIA?

The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) is a U.S. federal law that establishes strict safety standards for products intended for children under 12. In Canada, equivalent standards are enforced under the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA). Schools, school boards, and institutional buyers increasingly require CPSIA compliance for any decorated apparel given to children.

Our Commitment to Child-Safe Printing

• Lead-free inks — All screen printing and DTF inks used on youth garments are free from lead and heavy metals.
• Phthalate-free inks — Phthalates are harmful plasticizers sometimes found in low-quality plastisol inks. We use only phthalate-free formulations on all children's apparel.
• Oeko-Tex certified blanks — Many of our youth blanks — including Bella+Canvas and select Gildan styles — carry Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certification, confirming the fabric itself is free from harmful substances.

Why Schools & Parents Require It

Children are more vulnerable to chemical exposure than adults. School boards and institutional buyers have procurement policies requiring documented CPSIA compliance before approving custom apparel orders. Parents increasingly ask for it too. When you order custom youth apparel from T-Shirt Elephant, you get peace of mind that everything touching your kids' skin meets the highest safety standards.

Institutional Purchase Orders & School Board Requirements

We regularly work with school boards, PTAs, and municipal recreation departments across Canada. We can provide:

• Written confirmation of ink safety compliance
• Oeko-Tex certification documentation for applicable blanks
• Invoice on school board letterhead-compatible PO format
• Net 30 terms for pre-approved institutional accounts

For large institutional orders, email [email protected] and we'll walk you through our compliance documentation process.

We stock youth apparel from every major blank brand in Canada. Here's what you need to know about each:

• Gildan — The volume and value king. 500B youth tee ($4.95) and 185B youth hoodie ($14.96) are our top sellers for school orders, camps, and large group events. Consistent sizing, excellent printability, available in 30+ colours.
• Bella+Canvas — Premium retail-quality blanks with superior softness and a modern fit. 3001Y ($6.95) and 3413Y triblend ($8.95) are the go-to for fundraisers, team apparel, and programs where the quality of the garment matters.
• ATC / Authentic T-Shirt Company — Canada's home-grown blank brand. ATC1000Y ($5.45) and L0540Y crewneck sweatshirt ($16.95). Built for Canadian weather, sized for Canadian kids. Great for organizations that prefer to buy Canadian.
• Next Level — Ultra-soft tees with an athletic cut. N6310 triblend ($7.95) is a fan favourite for organizations that want a premium feel without the Bella+Canvas price tag.
• Comfort Colors — 9018 youth tee features a vintage garment-dyed look. Unique, lived-in feel — popular for creative programs and arts organizations.
• Team 365 — TT11Y performance tee is moisture-wicking polyester designed for active use. The standard choice for sports teams, gym classes, and outdoor adventure programs.
• Rabbit Skins — Toddler and infant apparel for the youngest end of the spectrum. Ideal for daycare, nursery programs, and family events.

Quick Brand Recommendation Guide

• 💵 Budget: Gildan — best price per piece for large orders
• ⭐ Premium: Bella+Canvas — retail quality, exceptional softness
• 🍁 Canadian: ATC / Authentic T-Shirt Company — proudly Canadian brand
• 🧑 Softest: Next Level — triblend is as soft as it gets
• ⚽ Sports: Team 365 — moisture-wicking performance polyester

Youth Blank Apparel Pricing (CAD)

Decoration Pricing

• Screen Printing: $3–$8 per piece (depending on colours and quantity)
• DTF (Direct-to-Film) Printing: $5–$12 per piece (full colour, no minimums per design)

Volume Discount Tiers

• 12+ pieces: Standard volume pricing applies
• 24+ pieces: Reduced decoration cost per piece
• 48+ pieces: Best pricing — contact us for a custom quote

Free shipping on all orders over $250 across Canada. Standard turnaround is 10 business days.

Youth T-Shirt Sizing — Gildan 500B

Youth Hoodie Sizing — Gildan 185B

Sizing Tips

• Order up for growing kids — if a child is between sizes, go one size up so the garment lasts the full season.
• Hoodies run slightly smaller — the 185B hoodie has a fitted cut compared to the 500B tee. Size up if in doubt.
• Mix youth and adult sizes freely — you can combine YL, YXL, and adult S/M/L in a single order with no extra charge.
• Use a size collection spreadsheet — for school or team orders, collect sizes from each participant and add a 10% buffer on the most common sizes to cover last-minute additions.

Scale Your Design for Youth Garments

Adult-sized artwork does not translate well to youth garments. As a rule, scale your design to 70–80% of the adult print size when printing on youth tees and hoodies. A full-front design that prints at 12″ wide on an adult should print at 8–9″ wide on a youth medium.

Placement Options

• Full Front: Centre chest, below neckline. Most common for school spirit wear and camp shirts. Keep design within a 9″ × 11″ print area for youth sizes.
• Left Chest: Small logo placement, typically 3–4″ wide. Great for a clean, uniform look on polos and jackets.
• Back Print: Popular for team uniforms (name and number) and event shirts. Print area approximately 10″ × 12″ on youth XL.

File Formats

• Vector (AI / EPS / SVG): Preferred for screen printing. Scales infinitely with no quality loss. Send us your original Illustrator or Corel Draw file.
• High-Resolution PNG: Acceptable for DTF printing. Must be 300 DPI or higher at print size. Transparent background required.
• Avoid: JPEGs, screenshots, or low-resolution web images — these will not print cleanly.

CPSIA Colour Considerations

Certain heavy-metal-based pigments historically used in screen printing are restricted under CPSIA for children's garments. Our print team automatically screens artwork for any colour formulations that fall outside compliance — you never have to worry about this, but it's worth knowing that some very specific Pantone shades may be substituted with a compliant equivalent. We'll always notify you and show you the alternative before printing.

Free Design Help & Proof Approval

• Free design assistance with every order — our team can clean up artwork, separate colours, or create a design from scratch.
• Digital proof approval is required before we go to production — you'll see exactly what your garment looks like before a single shirt is printed.
• Font readability tip: On small youth sizes, avoid fonts smaller than 14pt at print size. Thin script fonts can fill in and become unreadable — our team will flag this during the proof stage.

Our 4-Step Ordering Process

1. Step 1 — Choose Your Apparel
   Browse our full youth apparel catalogue and select the style, colour, and quantities you need. Not sure what to pick? Our team can recommend the best option for your use case and budget.
2. Step 2 — Upload Artwork or Get Free Design Help
   Upload your logo or artwork during checkout, or email it to [email protected]. No artwork? No problem — our in-house design team can create something for free.
3. Step 3 — Approve Your Digital Proof
   Before we print a single garment, you'll receive a digital mockup showing your design on the actual product. We don't go to production until you approve it.
4. Step 4 — Production & Delivery
   Standard turnaround is 10 business days. Orders over $250 ship free anywhere in Canada. Rush production available in 5–7 business days — contact us to confirm availability.

Tips for School & Organization Orders

• Use a size collection spreadsheet — send participants a Google Sheet or form to submit their size. Add a 10% buffer on the most common sizes (usually YM and YL) to cover latecomers and replacements.
• Mix garment types in one order — you can order tees, hoodies, and crewnecks together at no extra setup fee. Great for giving participants a choice.
• Rush production available — need it in 5–7 business days? Contact us before ordering to confirm rush availability for your dates.
• Large institutional orders — for school board orders, municipal programs, or orders over 500 pieces, email [email protected] directly. We'll assign a dedicated account rep and can accommodate PO billing, compliance documentation, and phased delivery.