Car Seats

In Canada, car seat rules vary by province, but all children must be in age and weight-appropriate car seats. Infants should ride rear-facing as long as possible, toddlers in forward-facing seats with harnesses, and older children in booster seats until they fit the vehicle seatbelt properly. For the latest safety standards and options, check out Macklem’s car seat collection.

The best car seats combine safety, comfort, and convenience. Popular top-rated options include UPPAbaby Rove (best overall), Chicco Fit360 (rotating seat), Nuna REVV (premium), and Britax One4Life Slim (compact for small vehicles). All these models are available at Macklem’s, making it easy to find the right fit for your child and vehicle.

Infants (0–12 months): Rear-facing infant car seat or bassinet style.
Toddlers (1–4 years): Rear or forward-facing convertible car seat with harness.
Older children (4–11 years): High-back booster seat until they can safely use a seatbelt.
Explore Macklem’s selection for car seats suitable for every stage of your child’s growth.

No, children under approximately 145 cm (4’9”) or under 36 kg (80 lbs) should use a booster seat to ensure the vehicle seatbelt fits correctly. Macklem’s offers a variety of high-back booster seats for Canadian families.

Yes, all car seats have an expiry date, usually 7–10 years from the date of manufacture. Using an expired car seat is unsafe and may not meet Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS). Macklem’s ensures all car seats are current models and fully compliant.

The rear middle seat is generally considered the safest spot for a child. Rear-facing seats provide maximum protection for infants and toddlers. Macklem’s carries a full range of rear-facing and convertible car seats to suit Canadian safety recommendations.