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Keys. Wallet. Lunch. Water. Laptop. Tired of the juggling act? These commuter tote bags from homegrown brands will carry all your daily essentials in style.
We love this bag's ultra-chic longline silhouette. Plus, the front pockets are the perfect spot to stash a phone, wallet and transit pass.
You can’t go wrong with a pretty pastel pink bag. This one features a zip closure as well as an adjustable and detachable shoulder strap. Oh, and the lining is made from recycled water bottles.
Need more space? This sleek work bag can fit a 16-inch laptop, plus all your work essentials.
With a water bottle compartment, a built-in key chain and a padded laptop pocket, this chic leather tote doesn’t skimp on practical details. It's crafted from high-quality pebbled leather and features a 100 percent cotton lining.
Roomy enough to take you from the gym to the office to happy hour, this bag fits a 13-inch laptop. It's also the ideal size to use as a personal item while travelling as it slides easily under an airplane seat.
Equipped with a zipped interior compartment and a removable pouch, this bag keeps your belongings organized. The extra long shoulder straps are perfect to accommodate thick winter jackets.
This sturdy, handmade canvas tote—available in six vibrant colours—can be worn crossbody or as a shoulder bag.
This made-to-order canvas tote with leather details comes with options to add backpack straps or a trolley sleeve to secure it to your suitcase.
Each of these made-in-Toronto totes is made from cowhide and sports a unique salt-and-pepper pattern. It has both top handles and a shoulder strap.
Made in Montreal using recycled nylon and upcycled seat belts from cars and airplanes, this tote puts a chic spin on the utilitarian trend.
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