Shop Canadian at YVR

YVR Champions Canadian Businesses

At YVR we have long been committed to showcasing the very best of the region. Our goal is to offer passengers more local and authentic food, beverage, and retail experiences—reflecting the diversity, talent, and culture that make B.C. unique. We are on a journey to offer more local and authentic food, beverage, and retail options to passengers, reflecting the vibrant and diverse scenes of British Columbia. Look for the leaf symbol in our airport while shopping and dining to support Canadian-made products at YVR.

Discover Canadian at YVR

From handcrafted goods to locally made treats, YVR partners with Canadian-owned brands and businesses to bring passengers a unique shopping and dining experience. Whether you’re grabbing a snack before your flight, looking for special gift, or indulging in a premium airport meal, you’ll find products and experiences that represent the heart of B.C.

Vancouver Duty Free is a shining example of this commitment, making a choice to bring in the region's finest alongside their international well-known brands. Ask their team for suggestions on any Canadian or locally produced items the next time you travel!

You can enjoy the very best of Vancouver’s food scene at the airport! In our international food court pre-security, try Bubble Waffle Cafe if you’re in the mood for fresh, authentic Hong Kong style street food. Choose from an array of savoury rice and noodle dishes, fish soups, bubble waffles and more.

In our domestic terminal post security, try Lee’s Donuts. Lee’s Donuts is a mom-and-pop donut shop that opened in Vancouver's Granville Island Public Market in 1979. They serve handmade, quality, classic donuts based on original recipes developed by founders Alan and Betty-Ann Lee. Don't miss the Honey Dip! This location also serves freshly made coffee drinks and a selection of candy.

YVR connects and supports the communities we serve

Supporting local is at the heart of YVR’s commitment to community. Through our community partnerships, educational programs, and economic development initiatives, YVR fosters a stronger, more connected region. By choosing to shop, dine, and travel at YVR, passengers play a role in strengthening the local economy and helping us continue to give back to the people and places that make B.C. unique.

Supporting local is at the heart YVR’s role as a community partner. Through meaningful initiatives in education, reconciliation, and economic development, we’re helping build a more resilient, inclusive B.C. As a not-for-profit, every dollar earned is reinvested into programs that strengthen the communities we serve. When you shop, dine, or travel through YVR, you help support local businesses and make a difference for the region we call home.