Canada Goose Unveils First-Ever Knitwear Collection

Brand goes underneath the parka and brings function-first design to new category

Canada Goose Holdings Inc. GOOSGOOS launched its knitwear collection today, its newest offering for women and men. Building on the brand's sixty years of experience and expertise in keeping people warm, the Canada Goose knitwear collection embodies the company's function-first design philosophy and stays true to the brand's authentic utilitarian aesthetic.

Crafted from ultra-fine merino wool which is known for its comfort and durability, the Canada Goose knitwear collection is comprised of three categories: soft midweight, chunky knit heavyweight, and HyBridge^® knit which blends wool, down and high performance fabrics. The collection features fully-traceable, ethically sourced mulesed-free wool from Argentina and is crafted in Europe by partners who have been manufacturing knitwear for generations and are recognized as experts in their fields.

"Knitwear is a natural next step for us and this collection showcases everything Canada Goose is known for – function, quality, craftsmanship, and making best-in-class products," said Dani Reiss, President & CEO, Canada Goose. "I'm excited for people to fall in love with these new innovative new products that are authentically Canada Goose."

The assortment includes zip-ups, hoodies, oversized sweaters and down and wool combinations, many of which are named after iconic locations in British Columbia including Aleza Lake, Vancouver and Valemount. The collection is inspired by the brand's classic parka styles and features legacy designs, such as easy-grip zipper pulls and performance hoods, and many of the pieces within the collection use the company's Thermal Mapping^® technology. First developed for its down-filled garments, Thermal Mapping^® strategically places varied stitch patterns that increase airflow and breathability based on studies of how the body naturally retains and loses heat.

The Canada Goose knitwear collection will be available at Canada Goose stores, online at www.canadagoose.com and at select premium retailers around the world.

About Canada Goose Inc.

Founded in a small warehouse in Toronto, Canada in 1957, Canada Goose has grown into one of the world's leading makers of performance luxury apparel. Every collection is informed by the rugged demands of the Arctic and inspired by relentless innovation and uncompromised craftsmanship. From Antarctic research facilities and the Canadian High Arctic, to the streets of New York, London, Milan, Paris, and Tokyo, people are proud to wear Canada Goose products. Employing more than 2,000 people worldwide, Canada Goose is a recognized leader for its Made in Canada commitment, and is a long-time partner of Polar Bears International. Visit canadagoose.com for more information.

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