From the Chocolate Studio: Stories, Tastings & Artisan Insights
Rooted in Canmore: Community, Craft & Local Ingredients
Proudly Canadian, Women-Owned & Community-Focused
Are you searching for handcrafted Belgian chocolate made in Canada, women-led businesses, and chocolate experiences rooted in community? Look no further. At Le Chocolatier—nestled in the Canadian Rockies—we’re passionate about cultivating chocolate with purpose and heart.
Canadian-Made Chocolate, Crafted with Community in Mind
At Le Chocolatier, everything starts from a simple principle: support local, preserve the planet, and celebrate women in chocolate-making:
- We source Canadian dairy and produce—from Alberta cream to wild blueberries—directly supporting our region’s farmers while minimizing our carbon footprint.
- We handcraft small-batch chocolates using ethically harvested, premium Belgian couverture.
- As a women-owned chocolate studio in Canmore, we empower female artisans and leaders from kitchen to board, sustaining a proud tradition of women-led excellence.
Why Our Community-Focused Model Matters
Local sourcing strengthens our Canadian Rocky Mountain identity while reducing environmental impact.
Women-led ownership brings diversity in vision, empathy, and innovation.
Community collaboration—through partnerships, events, and charities—grows both our brand and the region.
This isn't just chocolate. It’s chocolate with a purpose.
What You’ll Taste—and Why It Matters
- Wild Blueberry Ganache made with Organic British Columbia berries
- Maple & Vancouver Island Sea Salt Truffle, honoring Canada’s iconic flavors - coast to coast
- Rare Single-Origin Bars, supporting ethical cacao farmers
- Chocolate-Dipped Ice Cream Bars, available every summer since 2024 — a local spin on a global treat. Made using Canmore-churned Lovely Icecream
Every bite tells a story: of local landscapes, ethical farming, and women-owned ambition—all made in Canada, loved in Canmore.
Join Our Rare Cacao Tasting Experience
Ready for something truly memorable? Our curated Rare Cacao Chocolate Tasting pairs artisanal chocolates with engaging education:
- Origins: What makes single-origin cacao unique
- Craft: How we balance flavor, texture, and aroma
- Influence: The role of community and sustainability in modern chocolatiering
Seats are limited each week—book your experience now.
More Than a Chocolate Studio
- Corporate & Hotel Partnerships – Branded square chocolates, turn-downs, and fountains
- Community Events – Farmers’ markets, local gatherings, and fundraiser collaborations
- Seasonal Launches – Including the upcoming ice cream bar line this summer
We bring chocolate into every moment—from corporate retreats to community celebrations.
Your Invitation to Chocolate with Purpose
If you're:
- A traveller in the Rockies craving a meaningful taste of Canmore,
- A local who cares about women-led businesses and community sustainability,
- Or a corporate planner looking for bespoke chocolate features—
…then Le Chocolatier is your destination.
Visit us:
Le Chocolatier
#121, 701 Benchlands Trail, Canmore, AB
Tuesday–Friday: 10 am–4:30 pm | Saturday: 10 am–5:30 pm
www.lechocolatier.ca
Free Canada-wide shipping on orders over $120