Auclair : the reference for extreme cold gloves

The art of premium gloves for 80 years

Auclair is an iconic Canadian brand specializing in the manufacture of gloves and mittens to face the harshest winters. With over 80 years of history and innovation, Auclair has established itself as an essential reference in the world of winter sports, outdoor activities, and intense cold lifestyle, offering reliable, durable products tailored to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts.

A craftsmanship passed down for over a century 

The saga of Auclair began in 1945 when Mathieu and René Auclair founded their glove factory in Loretteville, Canada. Initially focused on fashion gloves, they quickly developed a unique technical expertise that led them, from the 1960s, to produce specialized gloves for outdoor life and motor sports, and then to create models dedicated to alpine skiing and other winter activities.

Over the decades, the brand has managed to combine tradition and innovation, going through key stages such as the expansion of its catalog, industrial collaborations, and a strategic acquisition while maintaining its strong identity. Today, Auclair operates internationally while keeping Montreal as the nerve center of its activities.

A Responsible Mentality

At Auclair , performance goes hand in hand with responsibility. The brand has long been committed to reducing its environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices throughout its production chain. This includes the increasing use of sustainable materials (vegetable-tanned leather, recycled insulation, eco-designed fabrics). It also involves the gradual elimination of harmful chemicals like PFAS in water-repellent treatments. With a commitment to using eco-responsible packaging and a plan for the repair/recovery of used gloves set for 2026. This strong commitment is part of a vision for the future where comfort, performance, and sustainability go hand in hand.

Technical Gloves for All Uses

The Auclair range stands out with a wide variety of gloves and mittens suitable for many activities, from intense winter sports to everyday use in urban or outdoor settings:

• Ski and snowboard gloves – made with durable materials, high-performance thermal insulation, and precise fit to keep hands warm on the slopes.
• High-performance heated gloves, the result of collaboration with technology experts like eWool, for personalized warmth even in extreme conditions.
• Powgirl collections, specially designed by and for women, with a design focused on their needs and body shapes.
• Casual gloves and mittens, perfect for everyday life or winter walks.
• Each pair is designed to combine warmth, comfort, durability, and functionality, meeting the challenges of the Canadian winter as well as the experiences of skiers and adventurers worldwide.

Why Choose Auclair ?

Choosing Auclair means choosing a heritage and expertise of over 80 years in designing high-quality gloves. With a desire to use innovative technologies, including heating solutions and advanced technical materials, not to mention a strong ecological commitment with concrete sustainability goals. But Auclair also offers a diversity of collections tailored to the needs of skiers, snowboarders, and adventurers.

Compared to other brands specializing in outdoor gloves, Auclair stands out for its unique balance between artisanal tradition, modern innovation, and environmental responsibility.