Blind & Shade Manufacturing in Canada - Industry Market Research Report

Shady conditions: Operators shifting production to advanced products will receive government support

The Blind and Shade Manufacturing industry in Canada has endured complications over the five years to 2023. The purchase of blinds and shades is often considered to be discretionary. Disposable income and other factors, such as consumer confidence, are strong drivers of industry demand. Also, Health Canada recently published new regulations to restrict the length of cords and the size of loops permitted on window coverings sold in Canada. The new regulations go further to protect children from this hazard and the requirements for window coverings apply to all products sold in Canada. Coupled with the COVID-19 pandemic, blind and shade manufacturers have endured a volatile industry landscape. Blind and Shade Manufacturing industry revenue has plummeted at a CAGR of 6.3% over the past five years and is expected to total $375.1 million in 2023, when revenue will fall by an estimated 4.9%. Profit will also fall amid rising labour costs.

Operators in the Blind and Shade Manufacturing industry in Canada fabricate window coverings, including Venetian and other window blinds; shades; curtain and drapery rods and poles; and other related fixtures. After production, window furnishings are distributed to wholesalers, retailers and contract outfitters. From there, they are sold to residential, commercial and institutional sectors. Curtains and draperies are excluded from this industry.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry's key players and their market shares.