Ah, Canada, the second-largest country in the world, famous for ice hockey, maple syrup, and its surprisingly cozy sleep habits. Even with endless 24-hour daylight in Yukon summers and extra-long nights in the north, most Canadians actually manage to catch their sleep pretty well.
A 2020 survey found that Canadian adults sleep an average of 7.9 hours a night, with about 77% hitting the recommended duration. Now that's a country worth studying because the sleep story there is pretty unique.
In this piece, we’re going to explore what makes the Canadian sleep habits really special as we share tips to help you sleep like a true Canuck. So all aboard, because this is going to be a fun ride!
What Makes Canadian Sleep Culture So Special?
Canadians value three things: comfort, community, and the great outdoors, and all three are reflected in how they sleep.
Canucks love being cozy. So flannel pajamas, hot tea, and campfire storytelling before bed are a must!
Not surprisingly, nearly 9 in 10 Canadians say they sleep better after spending time in nature. Yes, you heard that right! Whether it’s hiking a mountain trail, having a backyard barbecue, enjoying fresh air, or even exercising, all these elements help them unwind their bodies.
For community, potluck dinners and hockey nights are faves as Canucks come together, bringing laughter and warmth.
All of these tiny elements help Canadians sleep soundly even when the weather swings with the hot summers and gets harsh from the snowy winters.
The Cozy Canadian Bedroom: Your Perfect Retreat for a Good Night’s Sleep
When you visit a cozy cabin, what’s the first room you go to? Hmm, I would say for me that’s the bedroom. They are cozy, warm, and just radiate that soothing comfort. Well, the cozy cabin bedrooms resemble Canadian bedrooms.
Canadians have a strong preference for natural materials in their sleep environment. Whether it’s a layer of wool and cotton blankets, flannel sheets, or a plush comforter, you can trust that they will have them by their side.
Another significant aspect is how Canadians keep their rooms on the cooler side. The temperatures may vary, but 16–18°C in winter and around 18–20°C in summer are most common. These temperatures make it easy to snuggle under the covers.
Soft, warm lighting from lamps with low-watt bulbs or string lights also adds a calming glow. While the light, specifically the calming glow, is great, shutting it out is also another alternative most Canucks go with. And by the way, it still works.
How to Adjust Your Sleep with the Changing Seasons in Canada
Canada has interesting seasons, some extreme, others cool, and both can easily affect your sleep with a snap of your fingers.
To adjust to the seasons, you need to be smart, just as most Canadians are. When you know what’s coming and prepare for it adequately, you’ll get a better chance of being less affected.
Now let’s start with summer. Summers get jam-packed with a lot of activities for everyone all over the world. With these activities, your sleep can easily get thrown off, but that’s where you need to have a grip.
With the extended daylight, blackout curtains are your best friends, yes, but if you don’t maintain a consistent bedtime routine, then the curtains won’t be as helpful. Sleeping at the same time every single day has not only helped many Canucks, but also seems to work for many individuals globally.
Something unique, too, is that as fall approaches, many Canadians gradually move their bedtime earlier to match the sooner sunsets.
You’ll notice that twice a year, Canucks shift their clocks for Daylight Saving Time. Experts also recommend adjusting sleep schedules by 15–20 minutes each day in the week leading up to the change to ease the transition.
Truth be told, winters are pretty harsh for Canadians, especially the dark mornings. Some Canadians use dawn-simulating alarms that gradually bring in light before they wake up. This trick helps their bodies start the day more naturally.
On top of that, most Canadians also get bright light early in the morning through either sunlight or light therapy to signal daytime to their internal clocks.
As you can see, it’s the small tweaks that help Canadians sleep soundly through every season. But there’s more to great sleep than flannel sheets and blackout curtains. What’s the missing piece? A mattress that’s just as Canadian as your bedtime routine. That’s where Polysleep comes in.
The Made-In-Canada Advantage
When Polysleep says "Proudly Made in Canada," it’s not just a label or a marketing strategy to blend in. It’s the foundation of everything they do.
From when it was founded, Polysleep set out to design mattresses that could meet the unique needs of Canadian sleepers. That meant going beyond just assembling products locally. It meant crafting them entirely from the ground up in Canada, for Canada.
Every Polysleep mattress is handmade in Montreal using Canadian-sourced materials. And while that may seem like a small thing, that’s a huge deal.
Unlike most mattress companies, Polysleep doesn’t outsource its foam. It formulates and manufactures its own high-quality foam in-house. That control ensures consistency, durability, and comfort, all built to handle Canada’s shifting seasons and regional climates.
But the made-in-Canada advantage goes far beyond comfort. By keeping production local, Polysleep reduces its environmental footprint, supports local jobs, ensures faster, smoother delivery, and no long overseas waits.
When a mattress is returned during the 100-night trial, it’s not discarded. Instead, it’s donated to a local charity, keeping perfectly good products out of landfills and supporting communities in need.
Truth be told, it isn’t just about buying local. It’s about investing in Canadian craftsmanship, values, and people, one mattress at a time.
On top of all that, Polysleep mattresses are still designed with Canadian lifestyles in mind. Whether it’s a quiet condo in Vancouver, a family home in Ottawa, or a university dorm in Montreal, these sleep solutions reflect how Canadians actually live and rest.
With breathable materials, pressure-relieving support, and thoughtful design, each mattress and pillow helps you stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter, and comfortable all year long. That’s just a small but powerful way that Polysleep honors the diversity of Canadian needs.
Sleep Like a True Canadian Every Day
If sleep has been a struggle lately to the point where you’re tired but wired, or just not feeling rested, you’re not alone. Life’s busy. Seasons shift. Our minds don’t always shut off when they should.
But here’s the thing: Canadians have a way of slowing things down. They lean into comfort, follow the rhythm of the seasons, and create spaces that feel safe and still. That’s the real magic.
Polysleep was built on that same idea. Canadian-made, thoughtfully designed, and here to help you rest the way you’re meant to. Whether it’s a mattress that supports you in all the right places or a pillow that fits just how you like it, it’s about giving your body and mind what they genuinely need.
So if you’ve been longing for better sleep, maybe this is your sign. Try the Canadian way with Polysleep.
Because the real rest you’ve been craving? You deserve it.
