Out Of The Box Marketing - Promotional Products & Apparel - Nanaimo, BC

6 Gifts to Take Your Corporate Party From Blah to Yeah!

Jul 21

Corporate events should be anything but dull-they're an opportunity to create lasting memories! The key to making your next event stand out? Branded gifts that leave an impression. Whether you're c...

5 Office Toys That Will Bring Your Brand Joy

Jun 20

Look around your office and you will probably find that your coworkers' desktops are riddled with a variety of knick-knacks, toys, puzzles, and stress balls. Office toys are a great way to stay ...

8 Promotional Products for the Oil & Gas Industry

May 20

The world runs on natural resources, but it's not like all that power comes from thin air! Oil, gas, and energy companies help harness and deliver the resources that power all our homes, offices, r...

Work Hard, Play Harder: 6 Promotional Products to Promote a Healthy Lifestyle

Apr 19

Whether you're playing a team sport, working out, running a marathon, or going to the game, these promotional products are built to fit any active lifestyle! Add your logo to any of these promot...

7 Brilliant Bamboo Promotional Products

Mar 19

You don't have to be a panda to love bamboo! This popular, eco-friendly renewable resource grows super-fast and is known to be one of the most adaptable materials on the planet. Bamboo is incredibl...

Non-Profits and Promo Products

Feb 19

Non-profit organizations play a crucial role in our society by addressing various social, environmental, and health issues. These organizations rely heavily on donations and support from the commun...

5 Promotional Products for Firemen and Fire Departments

Jan 18

Firemen deserve a special kind of admiration. They spend their careers rushing into buildings while others are rushing out. Many departments require aid from the community, and that's where fund...

30 Quotes That Will Motivate You to Succeed

Dec 18, 2025

We all want to succeed in business and in life, but sometimes we could use an extra boost of motivation. Some of the most successful people we have ever known have failed many times before succeedi...

The Secrets to Attracting Ideal Customers

Nov 17, 2025

You put together the business plan, signed the lease, designed an informative website and…*crickets*. It can be pretty discouraging when you put in the effort, but you're not attracting yo...

How Promo Products Can Tell Your Brand's Story

Oct 17, 2025

Stories are powerful. From sharing stories around the campfire to writing fictional novels, storytelling has connected people together for thousands of years. But, have you ever considered storyte...

5 Corporate Gifts Your Clients Will Love

Sep 16, 2025

Corporate gifts are a great way to thank your clients for keeping you in business. When done right, they can also function as employee rewards/incentives. Here are a few of our favorite promotional...

Case Study: A Gift to Build a Dream On

Aug 16, 2025

Description: Medium Pillow Box Industry: Healthcare Personalization The pillow box was modeled after designs used at a charity golf tournament benefitting the hospital. Because children at th...

9 Useful Apps for Sales & Marketing Professionals

Jun 16, 2025

Your phone's ringing off the hook. You've got three meetings back to back. Emails are piling up in your inbox. And when you have a moment to book your next business trip, you wonder how you're ever...

6 Retro Products That Are a Blast From the Past

May 15, 2025

No matter what decade you think of when you think of “retro products”, you can bet there's a customizable product perfect for your next event. Using nostalgia to promote your business c...

6 Band Merch Promos to Rock to!

Apr 15, 2025

Did you know that band merch is one of the best ways to finally support your favorite band or artist? It's true! Plus, everyone loves to show off that they went and saw their favorite artist in con...

Satisfy Your Customers’ Cravings With These 6 Sweet Treats

Mar 15, 2025

Chocolate and candy can make everyone smile! From fudge and chocolate-covered almonds to saltwater taffy and sour gummies, there are thousands of options for you to send to customers! Here are 6 o...

5 Fail-Proof Ideas for Your Business Instagram

Mar 8, 2025

What generates over 95 million photos and videos each day, 4.2 billion likes daily and has 700 million active users? You guessed it – Instagram. This photo and video sharing social platform h...

A Lunch That Packs a Punch

Mar 1, 2025

Description: 3 Section Lunch Container Industry: Healthcare What it was purchased for: A hospital was looking for a unique lunch packet for nurses, doctors, and anyone else employed at any of the...

Trending Now: Sustainable Apparel Options

Feb 22, 2025

If you've spent any time in fashion circles this year, you know that sustainability is the hot topic of the moment. With discussions swirling about fast fashion, ethical production, and everything ...

7 Promotional Products for Law Firms

Feb 15, 2025

If you're in the law business, you know that brand recognition is everything. In fact, repeat clients and referrals are some of the top avenues through which law firms gain business. If you're look...

Case Study: Write to Paradise!

Feb 7, 2025

A 5 Star Resort wanted to ensure its guests received the best experience. To encourage feedback on services provided, guests were offered a coupon for use at their next visit in return for com...

Case Study: A Cheese-y Promotion

Jan 9, 2023

Objective: A restaurant was looking for a unique way to deliver custom printed coupons to their guests to attract more repeat business. Product: Coupon Gatefold Photo Folder Personalization: R...

Case Study: Staying Safe for Back-to-School

Jan 2, 2023

A private school held an online meeting to outline plans for returning to school safely during the Coronavirus pandemic. As a follow-up, the school sent information packets to students' parents. Ea...

6 Products to Include in Every Holiday Gift Basket

Dec 25, 2022

It's always a good idea to get those gifts planned out and ready to go before the holiday chaos begins, and that includes client appreciation gifts. But, what do you get them? Put in extra thought ...

Case Study: Piece of Cake

Dec 17, 2022

Objective: A bakery owner had built solid connections with other service providers within their local event industry, but they were looking to grow their business within the wedding market. Produc...

Case Study: A Getaway Promotion

Dec 10, 2022

A resort wanted to make sure guests felt safe as they reopened after COVID-19 stay-at-home orders were lifted. At check-in, they chose to provide each guest with a Fold-Up Cinch Corner Tote to ke...

Case Study: Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic

Nov 25, 2022

The “Golden Lanyard” to Boosting Trade Show Booth Traffic Organization: Health Care Organization Product Featured: Cotton Water Bottle Strap Goal of Promotion: Driving Traff...

Case Study: Computer Repair At Your Fuzzy Fingertips

Nov 10, 2022

A computer repair store attended a local home show and wanted something useful but unique to attract attendees to their booth. They also wanted something that would keep their name top of mind when...

Case Study: Sign the Deal

Nov 2, 2022

In the fall, a car dealership introduced a new model and promoted it to potential customers. The car dealer purchased a mailing list and merged it with its own database. The Ranger Stylus Sati...

Big-Top Promo Products!

Oct 26, 2022

Come one, come all to the best party in town, the circus! Step on up to find neat promo products that are sure to wow a crowd! Toy Elephant At a Big-Top Circus, you are sure to see some amaz...

6 Products to Take to Your Next Family Picnic

Oct 19, 2022

Ah yes, family picnics. The deli sandwiches, games, and abundance of sunshine. Summertime is the best time to fill up the basket, dust off the checkered blanket, and head out to your local park. ...

Case Study: You Can Count on Us

Oct 11, 2022

The marketing department for a regional credit union was considering a custom writing instrument from overseas as part of a re-branding campaign. However, supply chain disruptions due to Coronavi...

What’s Up With Unboxing Videos? The Trend You Must Try

Oct 4, 2022

We all enjoy that element of surprise (well, most of us!). User-generated unboxing videos have popped up more and more on YouTube and other social media platforms, adding a surprising value to prod...

12 Promotional Products for Safe Travels

Sep 26, 2022

Whether you're traveling by plane or by car, it's important to stay safe and comfortable. As COVID-19 cases continue to fall and the amount of vaccinated people rises, business travel is beginning ...

What's the Tea? Promo Products for Tea Lovers

Sep 19, 2022

Did you know that tea is one of the most consumed beverages globally, second only to water? This ancient brew has been around for hundreds, if not thousands of years, with references to early tea d...

How Promo Products Can Make a Lasting Impression

Sep 11, 2022

How would you describe your company in 30 seconds? This common sales technique is known as an elevator pitch, and the goal is to captivate the attention of your potential clients and explain how ...

6 Hot Sauces Sure to Blow Your Socks Off

Sep 4, 2022

Finding a new, good hot sauce nowadays is almost like when Indiana Jones triumphantly grabs the idol at the beginning of Raiders of the Lost Ark. It may have taken you traversing through the aisles...

7 Accessories Every Car Owner Needs

Aug 27, 2022

It's just a fact of life: everyone loves cool car accessories. Neat stuff to make life commuting on the road a little bit safer and more convenient. Whether your client is a car dealer, car detaile...

Case Study: This Promotional Product is in the Bag

Aug 20, 2022

Description: Laundry Bag Industry: Financial What it was purchased for: A credit union wanted to target college students and offer them an incentive to open a new account. They chose a stock desi...

Case Study: It's in the Bag

Aug 13, 2022

Description Non-Woven Shopper Tote Bag Industry Bookstore What it was purchased for A large Metropolitan Community College Bookstore wanted to feature a reusable shopping bag to the students w...

8 Items for Restaurant Promos that Sizzle

Aug 5, 2022

Have you heard the word? Indoor dining is back, baby! For restaurants, bars, cafes, and more looking to spread the good news that they're fully operational again, promotional products are a great ...

Sweet Dreams Are Made of Cheese: Products for Charcuterie Lovers

Jul 29, 2022

What's more impressive than an expertly crafted charcuterie board? Fancy cured meats, artisanal cheeses, crackers, nuts, fruits… our mouths are watering just thinking about it. For all the c...

7 Sources to Boost Your Creativity

Jul 21, 2022

Feeling stumped? Uninspired? Fresh out of ideas? Thanks to the wonderful gift that is the World Wide Web, creative inspiration is just a few clicks away. These are some of our favorite sources to g...

Case Study: Rock out on the Run

Jul 14, 2022

Description: Earbuds With a Wristband Industry: Marathon What it was purchased for: A sponsor was looking for an item or items that runners/walkers could be given at the race that they could use ...

7 Camping Promotional Products for the Great Outdoors

Jul 7, 2022

Whether you're looking to relax and recharge or seeking adventure, getting out into nature provides everyone some peace and quiet from our regular lives. Help your customers enjoy the great outd...

Cheers! Let’s Sell More Beer!

Jun 29, 2022

Description: Custom Wave Table Tent Industry: Hospitality What it was purchased for: A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sale...

Case Study: Raise Your Glass!

Jun 22, 2022

Objective A local brewery wanted an eye-catching promotional item to place on tables that would boost their alcohol sales and highlight their weekly specials while encouraging enrollment for their...

Lanyards: Everything You Need to Know

Jun 14, 2022

When it's time to choose the perfect lanyard for your company or organization, you may not be aware of all the things to consider when purchasing your new supplies. Lanyards come in many different ...

Tried and True: Classic Promotional Products

Jun 7, 2022

There are some things out there that are just undisputed classics – and when you think of a classic, what goes to your mind? Maybe it's a classic car like a 1950s era Cadillac, or perhaps it'...

How to Juggle Work and Life Balance Like a Boss

May 31, 2022

Sometimes life gets hard. You don't have to work a night shift from Monday to Sunday to agree with that statement. Even the most effortless of jobs, those we believe to have truly mastered, can ge...

The Fidget Phenomenon

May 23, 2022

You might remember the fidget spinner craze of 2017: seemingly overnight, the world became obsessed with those little plastic spinners. The spinning toys flew off the shelves across the country and...

You Need More Cowbell

May 16, 2022

Description: Cowbell Industry: Sporting Events, Athletics What it was purchased for: A charity marathon coordinator wanted a giveaway that spectators could use to cheer on their runners. They cho...

Case Study: A Hole in One Promotion

May 8, 2022

Product: Jumbo Cooler Bag Industry: Agriculture What it was purchased for: These bags were given out to participants in a company golf tournament. How it was distributed: All participants receiv...

Everything You Need to Know About Flash Drives

May 1, 2022

In today's digital age, where everything is stored in the cloud, you may think that flash drives have gone the way of the floppy disc. But we're here to tell you that these handy little hard drives...

11 Promo Products for an Active Lifestyle

Apr 23, 2022

Take your corporate match to the next level! From team building sporting events to company-wide marathons, your customized products guarantee you beat the competition. Below is a list of 11 sports...

16 Ways Color Affects Your Branding and Marketing

Apr 16, 2022

Substantial research shows why color matters in branding and how it plays an important role in how we experience marketing. These 16 facts give you a glimpse into how you can use color to your adva...

6 Calming Products for Skincare Lovers

Apr 9, 2022

The hottest beauty trend of the late 2010s among millennials and Gen Zers was the dewy, bare-faced, minimal makeup look. This “Glossier girl” revolution led to a resurgence in skincare ...

5 Men's Wearable Promotional Products for the Office and Beyond

Apr 1, 2022

It's fun giving out promotional products like fidget spinners and stress balls, but sometimes you need an option for the guy that likes to keep it a bit more professional. These business casual ...

12 Coolest Squeeze Products to Relieve Your Stress

Mar 25, 2022

Admit it, when you get a goodie bag full of promotional products, or you see a booth at a trade show - you immediately gravitate towards the stress relievers. Stress relievers have evolved well bey...

5 Pitch Perfect Products for Musically Talented Individuals

Mar 18, 2022

We all have talented musicians in our lives. Whether they can shred on an electric guitar or have tried out for the local singing competition, some people are born to make music. Here are 5 promo ...

How to be an Empathetic Leader and Still Get the Job Done

Mar 11, 2022

Empathy is the ability to feel the same emotions felt by someone else. This trait allows you to feel pain for a friend whose going through a divorce, or excitement for a sister who was recently pro...

Corporate Social Responsibility and the Beauty of Giving Back

Mar 3, 2022

Organizing a fundraising event. Donating food to a local animal shelter. Serving at a soup kitchen. No matter what you do to give back, volunteering feels pretty good, doesn't it? But it doesn't h...

Case Study: Snap a Pic!

Feb 24, 2022

Objective: A large photography studio wanted a better welcome kit for their wedding clients than just a few loose flyers. Product: Mini Horizontal Pocket Folder Personalization: The photography s...

6 Reasons You Need a Company Store

Feb 17, 2022

As more and more companies turn towards e-commerce, shopping online has never been easier or more enjoyable. Ordering branded products is no exception! Company stores give you a convenient and comp...

What Makes Gen Z Tick?

Feb 10, 2022

It's 2020, and Generation Z is growing up. The generation includes people born between 1995 and the 2010s, putting the group's eldest squarely in their mid-twenties. Chances are that you may work a...

5 Promotional Products for School That Are 2 Cool 2-B 4-Got-N

Feb 2, 2022

Each school year, millions of students hit the books, shoot some hoops, and work hard to bring home that golden 4.0 GPA. Sometimes, the best way to promote your brand is by supporting the students ...

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