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FIRST NATIONS OWNED · EST. 1921

A century of Canadian craft, woven into every garment.

Fourth-generation Freed & Freed Manufacturing produces premium outerwear, uniforms, and apparel for government, retail, and brand partners — proudly First Nation-owned and made in Canada.

100+

Years in Business

4th

Generation

Canadian

Manufacturing

First Nation

Owned

Built on legacy. Led by community.

Founded in Winnipeg in 1921, Freed & Freed has spent more than a century refining the craft of Canadian apparel and outerwear manufacturing. Today, as a Brokenhead Ojibway Nation-owned manufacturer, Freed & Freed carries that legacy forward with a commitment to quality, community, Canadian manufacturing, and long-term economic development.

PROUDLY INDIGENOUS-OWNED

A Brokenhead Ojibway Nation owned business.

Freed & Freed Manufacturing is wholly owned by Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, a Treaty 1 First Nation in Manitoba. Our ownership represents the next chapter in a Canadian manufacturing story that began in 1921.

Manufacturing that meets the moment.

Vertical Production

Design, sourcing, cutting, sewing, assembly and finishing through Canadian manufacturing operations.

Government-Grade

Experienced in producing specification-driven uniforms and apparel for government and institutional clients.

Heritage Quality

More than a century of apparel manufacturing knowledge, pattern development, fit and construction expertise.

Indigenous-Owned

First Nation ownership combines Canadian manufacturing capability with meaningful Indigenous economic participation.

Every stitch tells a story.

OUTERWEAR

Technical parkas, insulated jackets, and cold-weather garments designed for extreme conditions.

UNIFORMS

Government, service, and corporate programs requiring technical precision and durability.

WORKWEAR

Specification-driven apparel for industrial and institutional environments.

PRIVATE LABEL

Manufacturing programs for established brands and retail partners.

Experience supporting government, institutional, retail and national apparel programs.

A Canadian manufacturing partner with Indigenous ownership.

Freed & Freed Manufacturing supports organizations seeking meaningful Indigenous procurement participation. We combine over a century of Canadian garment manufacturing expertise with the strength and future-focused ownership of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation.

Canadian Manufacturing

Locally sourced materials and skilled labor ensure your apparel meets rigorous Canadian standards for quality and durability.

Indigenous Ownership

Our Brokenhead Ojibway Nation ownership builds upon a legacy of craftsmanship, supporting Indigenous economic development.

Scale & Capacity

From pilot programs to national contracts, we provide the scalable production capacity required for large-scale apparel programs.

Heritage Quality

Our team combines generations of garment-making knowledge with modern precision, ensuring every stitch tells a story of excellence.

Have a program in mind?

Whether you're developing a pilot program, sourcing Canadian-made apparel or planning a national uniform rollout, our team is ready to discuss your requirements.

HERITAGE

Founded in Winnipeg in 1921, Freed & Freed has spent more than a century refining the craft of Canadian apparel and outerwear manufacturing. Today, as a Brokenhead Ojibway Nation-owned manufacturer, we carry that legacy forward with a commitment to quality, community, and long-term economic development.

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