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Today, on Blue Monday of all days, parts of Ontario are expected to get 50 centimetres of snow and that means a lot of us will have to do some serious shovelling later in the day.
If your back is already sore at the thought of spending all night scooping heavy snow, you can relax! We found a simple and cost-effective solution for you. You can get this Snow Joe Electric Snow Shovel for $129.86 on Amazon Canada. It's the number one best-selling product when it comes to snow blowers.
The item weighs almost 14 pounds and can move up to 400 pounds of snow per minute. Other than driveways, it's also ideal for clearing snow on decks, steps, patios and sidewalks. It's designed with a back-saving curve to alleviate muscle strain and reduce fatigue. If you suffer from back pain, this can be a total lifesaver.
According to Amazon, it comes with a two-year warranty should there ever be an issue after receiving it and testing it out.
One shopper who recently bought the Snow Joe Electric Snow Shovel says it's their favourite winter purchase to date. "What used to take over 30 minutes every time in the bitter cold, took me an average of 5-8 minutes this [time]," their review states.
Snow Joe Electric Snow Shovel
You can save your back from aches and pains when shovelling the driveway or any other area with this handy electric snow shovel. It's equipped with a 10-amp motor that can move up to 400 pounds of snow per minute. It's a best seller on Amazon and comes with a two-year warranty.
Snow Joe
$129.86
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Of course, having your car malfunction at any time of year sucks, but it's particularly unfortunate when it happens in below-freezing temperatures.
Here are 14 simple items that you'll be happy to have in your trunk if you run into some bad luck on the road. You can order them all on Amazon Canada. Stay safe out there!
Garant 11-Inch Compact Car Snow Shovel With Telescopic Handle
This handy shovel has a telescopic handle, so it won't take up a ton of space in your trunk. It'll come in handy if you ever get your car stuck in the snow.
Garant
$24.97
HotHands Hand & Toe Warmers
If you're stranded in the cold, you can keep your hands and feet stay warm by stashing a pack of Hot Hands in your trunk. This pack comes with 24 pairs of hand warmers and 8 pairs of feet warmers.
HotHands
$35.75
Primacare HB-10 Emergency Mylar Thermal Blanket
This waterproof foil blanket will reflect heat back onto your body once you're underneath it. It's super helpful in emergencies when you're left without heat.
Primacare
$17.67
$14.85
LE Mini Waterproof Flashlight
You'll want to keep a flashlight in your car, so you won't have to use up your phone's battery for light when it gets dark out. It comes with three AAA batteries, but you might want to keep an extra pack in your glovebox for backup.
LE
$16.99
NOCO Boost Plus Jump Starter Box With Jumper Cables
With over 40,000 ratings on Amazon Canada, this best-selling jump starter kit is something you'll want to keep in your car. It'll allow you to safely juice up your dead battery and act as a flashlight in case you get stuck in the dark.
NOCO
$165.99
$153.48
First Aid Kit & Compact Emergency Kit
With 156 items packed into this water-resistant first aid kit, you'll have just about everything you need in case of an emergency. While you can always construct your own kit, this one makes it easy to have everything together in one place.
Military Uniforms
$38
Midwest 1-Gallon Gas Can
Here's one of those items you should have in your car in the winter and the rest of the year, too. If you get stuck without enough gas, this canister will allow you to fill up and transfer some into your tank, even if you're far away from a station.
Midwest
$30.28
Bedsure Sherpa Fleece Throw Blanket
It's always a good idea to keep a blanket in your car during cold winter months. Here's an extra-warm fleece one that you can dedicate to your car, so you won't have to use the fancy throws you have in your home.
Bedsure
$29.99
Tobfit LED Road Flares Portable Emergency Lighting Flare Kit With Magnetic Base
This 4-pack of LED flares will increase your visibility if you get stuck somewhere in a blizzard or in the dark. They have nine different flashing modes and will allow visibility up to 1.6 kilometres at night and up to 0.8 kilometres during the day.
Tobfit
$30.99
Clif Bar Energy Bars 12-Pack
You should always keep a few snacks handy in your car, just in case you get stuck somewhere on an empty stomach. They don't necessarily need to be Clif Bars, but they're a good example of a snack that's packed with calories with a decent shelf life.
Clif Bar
$16.99
Zmoon 2-Pack Emergency Sleeping Bags
Similar to emergency thermal blankets, these thermal sleeping bags will help you to retain body heat in an emergency. It comes with two sleeping bags that pack down into tiny rolls, so they won't take up too much space in your car.
Zmoon
$30.99
Stanley Classic Vacuum BottleÂ
Before heading out on long winter drives, you might want to pack a large thermos full of hot water. Uninsulated bottles filled with water can freeze in cold temperatures, so having a backup can really come in handy when you're in a pinch.
Stanley
$32.97
NIU Portable Charger Fast Charge Power Bank
You should keep a charged-up power bank in your car, just in case your phone dies. This particular model has a digital display that'll show you the exact percentage of power it has left and when you should recharge it.
NIU
$39.99
$35.99
Recochem Green Premium Antifreeze 50/50 Extended Life Green
Here's another product you probably want to keep in your car at all times. It's specific to certain vehicles, so make sure you buy the right one for your car!
Recochem
$35.85
Along with a warm winter jacket (and maybe even a pair of heated socks), you'll want to make sure the rest of your outfit is actually going to hold up against that frosty wind chill.
Here are 13 basics you can layer your outfits with so you can stay toasty on your next winter outing. You can get them all on Amazon Canada for under $45.
Women's Basic Solid Bodysuit Turtleneck
This simple bodysuit will stay tucked in, no matter how many times you put on and take off your warmer layers. You can get it in 12 colours, in sizes XS to 2XL.
LYKSAW
$23.99
Core 10 Women's All Day Comfort Yoga Full-Length High Waist Legging
These high-rise leggings will become your go-to when you exercise or as an extra layer when you're out and about in the cold. They come in seven colours and are available in sizes XS to 3XL.
Core 10
$37.70
Men's Slim Fit Turtleneck Sweater
This turtleneck will keep you warm and stylish this winter. It'll look great on its own and underneath your favourite jacket. You can get it in 15 colours, in sizes small to 3XL.
COOFANDY
$24.99+
Dragon Fit Joggers for Women Athletic Sweatpants
These casual joggers are the perfect pants to lounge around in at home — you can even throw them over a pair of leggings when it's extra chilly outside. They come in 10 colours in sizes small to XL.
Dragon Fit
$33.99
Amazon Essentials Womens Full-Zip Polar Fleece Jacket
This thermal fleece sweater is a best seller on Amazon Canada, with over 18,000 rave reviews. You can get it in black, but it's also available in 29 other colours, in sizes XS to 2XL.
Amazon Essentials
$28
High-Waisted Fleece Leggings with Pockets
These cozy leggings are lined with fleece, which will provide you with extra warmth if you want another layer under your pants. They're currently available in five colours including gray and dark blue, in sizes XS to 2XL.
IUGA
$39.95
Gildan Men's 5-Pack Crewneck Cotton T-ShirtsÂ
This set of five cotton t-shirts will make it a heck of a lot easier to figure out what to wear under your favourite sweater every day. They come in sizes small to 2XL and you can get them in an all-white pack, too.
Gildan
$25.74
Emprella Thermal Underwear Set For Women
This thermal set comes with a top and bottoms that are sweat-wicking and lined with fleece for extra warmth. They're great base layers for outdoor winter activities, but they can also be worn on their own. They're available in sizes small to XL.
Emprella
$33.99+
Men's Ultra Soft Warm Cotton Fleece Lined Base Layer Top & Bottom Thermal Set
This cotton set includes a shirt and pants and are lined with fleece for extra warmth. They're currently available in two colours, black and dark grey, in sizes small to XL.
DAVID ARCHY
$44.99
Gildan Men's 2-Pack Heavy Cotton T-Shirt
These heavy cotton t-shirts are perfect for layering under sweaters without making you overheat. You can pick up a pair in more than 50 colours, in sizes XS to 3XL.
Gildan
$11.87+
Amazon Essentials Women's 3/4 Sleeve Scoop Neck Tunic
This relaxed-fit top can be worn as a comfortable layer under bigger sweaters and jackets. You can get it in five colours like burgundy and navy, in sizes XS to 2XL.
Amazon Essentials
$18.28+
High Waisted Leggings-Yoga-Pants with Pockets
According to reviewers, these leggings are buttery soft and will feel great against your skin. They're full length, which will make them great to wear underneath pants on super cold days, too.
ALONG FIT
$19.99+
Amazon Essentials Women's French Terry Fleece Crewneck Sweatshirt
This basic crewneck is versatile and easy to throw on over just about anything. It's available in 30 colours in sizes XS to 2XL.
Amazon Essentials
$19.40+
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