Product Description: Certified Humane: Canadian Processed White Duck Down – Unique Quality
You’re holding a product filled with Canadian Processed White Duck Down, a premium natural material sourced and processed with the highest level of care and integrity, procured from CDS qualified suppliers, based on the highest standards within the industry and audited & approved by certified auditors from the International Down and Feather Laboratories in a process that is unique to the CDS standard. The down and feathers were procured directly from qualified processors, and the entire supply chain preceding it is subject to the same requirements approved within the CDS, based on the international standard of the International Down and Feather Laboratories Down Standard (IDS). The supply chain is inspected by the certified auditors in accordance with the IDS, and qualified by the CDS to ensure humane animal husbandry practices are in place, humane sourcing and processing and full transparency. Furthermore, the supplier partners are required to implement sustainable farming practices, sustainable processing and environmental regulatory compliance. The product is provided directly from the certified processor, shipped directly to Feather Industries (Canada) Limited for full final processing at its Toronto processing facilty (washed, sorted, mixed, quality & cleanliness tested). Here’s what you should know:
Where Does Your Down Come From?
Canadian Processed White Down is ethically sourced from certified international suppliers to a standard consistent with the requirements of the CDS. The International Down and Feather Laboratories Standard (IDS) is the only international standard which is qualified to supply the CDS, and requires an entire supply chain certification and audit in order to adhere to the CDS. Proper animal husbandry practices, consistent with Canadian Farming Standards must be observed in order to certify that birds are raised in favorable conditions to encourage their health and well-being. Furthermore, these farms are still subject all standards for animal welfare – including the 5 Freedoms for Animal Welfare – ensuring animals are treated fairly, humanely and with compassion. The down is a 100% by-product of the waterfowl meat production, meaning no animals are raised solely for their down, and no abusive practices such as live-plucking or force-feeding are permitted at any stage of the birds’ life, aligning with a commitment to certified responsible sourcing.
How Is It Processed?
Upon arrival at Feather Industries (Canada) Limited, the only Canadian Down Processor, and only CDS certified facility the Down undergoes a meticulous cleaning and sorting process. Feather Industries uses eco-friendly washing methods, free of harmful chemicals (Oekotex certified), to cleanse the down & feathers and enhance the product’s performance. The full scale washing process ensures that the down retains its integrity, loft, and durability—making it ideal for premium bedding and outerwear while removing feather fibers, dust, sediment, oils & impurities which occur naturally during the growing process.
Traceability and Transparency
Every step of the process, from farm to final product, is tracked and documented by the parties and in accordance with requirements set out in the Canadian Down Standard (CDS) certification program. This means that suppliers certified to the Canadian Down Standard are able to trace every ounce of down back to its origin with full transparency, and are audited for this requirement by only certified auditors. The QR code on your hangtag, which is provided by the processor to the product’s manufacturer in limited quantities, links you directly to this page which connects to Feather Industries’ uniquely issued QR code, providing assurance of its ethical procurement, production and processing.
Why You Can Be Confident in This Product
When you choose a product filled with CDS Down & Feathers, sourced from Feather Industries Canada, you’re choosing more than just warmth and comfort—you’re supporting ethical practices that prioritize animal welfare and environmental responsibility. All CDS products meet the strict standards of care laid out in the program, ensuring you can trust the quality and source of your product.Your comfort matters, but so does how it’s made. With the Canadian Down Standard’s commitment to ethical production and traceability, you can rest easy knowing your down product is as responsible as it is luxurious.Thank you for choosing Canadian Processed White Duck Down. If you’d like to learn more about the CDS or dive deeper into our ethical standards, visit Feather Industries (Canada) Limited.
