My Friend the Canary

Very very kind people, very polite and amazing affordable prices. I highly recommend this place if your looking for birds and birds food.

Got my 1 year old budgie here who is now best buds with my pineapple conure. Carlos and his wife were so helpful and informative about their flock. I ended up my first Gloster canary and from here too. Non stop singing first thing in the morning

Great pet store! Highly recommend for all your pet bird needs. They have a great selection of birds, cages, supplies everything you need. Service is amazing too!

This is the only place I go for my birds! A very lovely, knowledgeable couple. 100% recommend

Absolutely love this place, visit this place weekly to see Carlos and Natalia and the new birdies. So friendly and the birds all healthy and amazing. Bought a budgie, conure and cockatiel. Always have to stop myself from buying more haha.

Birds are lively and they all look healthy. The owner is very informative about birds. He is very nice, he treats the customers with respect.

They are amazing. They have amazing birds that are really lovable. The owners take the time to speak with you, guide you and teach about birds. Would keep going to them in the future

A must go to place for all bird lovers. They have a wide variety of small birds collection to select from. This small family owned and operated place is very clean and welcoming. Carlos and his wife are very friendly and enthusiastic about educating their customer, sharing their knowledge. I bought my first budgie girls for my daughter's birthday. Later, I bought 2 more_ a boy and a girl. I now have an extended happy family. Thanks to Carlos family. I also buy accessories and budgie foods from here.

This became my go to place for small birds and accessories. Carlos is incredibly humble and always ready to help you. Great job, I hope to return soon.

My baby boy named kevin from here and he is amazing I love him so much. Carlos is an amazing person and he helps me out a lot. I completely recommend if you want to get a bird please go to my friend the canary and get one they are so amazing. I love my little boy so much and he is happy and healthy they are very friendly people and they will help with anything. Thanks for everything you have done for me Carlos I am so glad I got my bird from here. I will continue to get d from here. I bought my bird when he was 3 weeks old now he looks like this he is so friendly and happy.

We bought one parrot and one canary from them and we were so excited, happy and satisfied. They are so patient, friendly and have a good customer service.

So many birds, and only birds. The owner is friendly and knowledgeable. They have baby birds that are fed and cared personally by the owners as well.

Hands down the best place to get a bird! Carlos and Natalia are a beautiful young couple who are extremely passionate about birds. They could spend hours sharing their knowledge with you. The store is not busy, it is small and cozy but the set up is amazing and it feels so peaceful! Everything is clean and you can tell the birds are very happy! There is a large selection of birds from all colors to different ages to select from. I would never consider getting a bird anywhere else. I actually went in to ask a couple questions as I wasn't sure if I should get more budgies and was there for almost 2 hours. I never felt like I was bothering them and I couldn't believe how much stuff I didn't know about budgies before I went in. Thanks Carlos and Natalia for being so good to your birds and customers!

It’s been almost 6 months since I brought home Chānko, my Gloster canary. It was by complete chance I went in, and Carlos and his partner are the warmest people around. You can tell they love what they do. I’m so happy for having this little friend, she brings so much joy. Wonderful store, incredibly compassionate people, you are in good hands, even if you’re nervous about having a bird, they help you with everything you need to know. I know that if I need anything or have questions, they will always be happy to help. Thank you both!

I have had finches as a pet in my classroom and one of my pair died so I needed another. We were so pleased with the healthy birds, the great condition of the cages and the kindness of the staff. We will definitely return in the future!

I had a wonderful experience at My Friend the Canary. I adopted a yellow baby budgie. The owner was so helpful, and corresponded with me long after the purchase to makesure everything went well. 5-stars.

Great service, purchased a budgie a cage and food. Friendly service. Bird is healthy and happy.

This has to be the best place to buy a pet bird. Carlos knows a lot more than any other place I've visited before.

Thank you for helping me get a beautiful bird for my sweet mom! The bird's song will help her feel calm Reminding us of the angels that we all come from!
I appreciate Carlos at My Friend The Canary, as I called him last minute and he was able to help me! So come to this bird shop, and see the happy birds do a sing and a hop! For these creatures with plumage and wing, produce loving source energy when they sing. Even helping with tinnitus, and silencing that constant ring.
Come for all the many beautiful birds, it will make you want to stay and hear their divine melodic words!

This is the number one spot for new and experienced bird owners. I have bought multiple birds from Carlos. As a young person many older people in the bird world don’t want to educate or they miss lead the younger generation about identifying and raising quality birds, but not Carlos as he had pointed me in the right direction and educated me on what to look for in a good bird. In total I purchased 7 very healthy and singing birds from this pet shop I also referred many people to him all happy and satisfied with their new feathered friends. From single singers to colourful pairs MY FRIEND THE CANARY has it all! Most important the cages and water is always clean, the birds are not crowded in one cage like other pet shops and Carlos will take the time to explain any questions you may have to ensure you and your new bird (s) can live stress free! I highly recommend My Friend the Canary to anybody looking for birds or supplies. This is more then just a pet shop just look for the yellow door on the east side of the plaza with the masjid on the other side of the fence, you can’t miss it. Check them out and support Small businesses! This is a hidden gem in the Scarborough area!

The owner Carlos was so sweet and as very helpful. The place itself was really cute and there were a lot of good birds there.

I went there and bought to buggies and in about two days they where siting on my shoulder and hand

Great selection of canaries. I had wanted a budgie but unfortunately they didn't have any at that time.

Great place! The owner is super nice, knows his stuff, and clearly loves his birds. My wife and I got a pair of zebra finches and they are great. They were cheaper then any other stores and by quite a lot. Helped us out with a lot of good information, I would recommend this place to others.

My birds are home and happy:)

If you looking to get high quality bird that’s is right store. Owner is easygoing guy flexible with price. Strongly recommended

I'm very impressed The condition Was great and they had a really good selection And they also have English and Australian budges we got to Budgies Today and so far so good! The one thing as they don't have transport cages So they give you A mid size Box put each bird in.

It's a beautiful pet store, with a great selection of birds. Carlos has great customer service, knowledge and love about birds and how to take care of them. Thanks so much for all your help. I look forward to being back!

Best place to buy your birds and their food. The owner carlos is the most knowledgeable compassionate and fair person u can meet

Sold me a goldfinch which I drove 80kms back and forth he said it's male and turned to be a female, missing a toe and he mentioned he never noticed.
Doesn't sound professional to me, he's apparently a good salesman.
I gave him one star for advise on food and care.

I can not say enough about how amazing and knowledgeable Carlos is. He is very professional, polite and patient. He treats all his customers the same, whether you have been in his shop multiple times or just once. He keeps his birds cages very clean and the shop is very well organized and tidy. I follow him on Instagram and whenever I have a question, or special bird request, I message him and he’s quick to respond and help me out. I’ll for sure be buying from Carlos again and very happy with this service.

Carlos and my friend the canary is a store that u will be amazed with, he is very helpful, professional, honest, and is also willing to work with your budget. I bought several different variety of birds from him and they are all healthy and happy birds, the bird seeds are also of the highest quality, the store is very clean and bright, I have visited this store on several occasions and its also the same atmosphere, Carlos is also great with his advice about keeping ur birds in the best of health. I highly recommend my friend the canary. Give them a visit and experience what I did, u will be amazed at the honesty and experience of Carlos.

Thank you Carlos for all your help. We are loving our new Lovebird. Your service and your variety of birds was amazing. Your knowledge and love for your birds is inspirational. I definitely recommend My Friend the Canary for all your bird needs

So yesterday I went to my friends the canary after so many good reviews and I was wondering about this place! I know all the pet store in Toronto and I never heard of this place so I went what a surprise I felt @ home and the clerk was super good and he’s birds and the way he cares for them was incredible and so I come to my conclusion this is one of the best birds stores in the city and he is willing to teach that’s priceless

I have been purchasing multiple species of birds from Carlos for almost a year now and have never been disappointed. His clean store and friendly demeanor has made my love for the hobby more enjoyable. Thanks carlos!

Very nice place. The owner of the store is very knowledgeable and very helpful. I really recommend the place.

Carlos is amazing. He helped me so much and gave me such amazing advice. He has quality birds and a great breeder. I would recommend him 110%.

We were thrilled to have discovered Carlos and his store, My Friend The Canary. As one of his reviewers aptly described it, “this place is magical”. The shop was clean and well organized and his birds were well taken care of and healthy. Carlos is not only knowledgeable but kind and authentic. He helped us learn to care for the birds we purchased from him as well as a canary we had purchased at another store, where we had been provided with little support and dubious information. His birds are stunning and Carlos’ love for them is clearly evident. We highly recommend Carlos and his store and will be return customers for a long time. Thank you Carlos for making our hearts so happy!

Bad place to bay budgie it's very expensive 45$ for just one and I already Bought two for just 43$ don't waste your time and money here

Great store for the bird enthusists! Carlos was very knowledgable and was happy to share tons of information. Clean and health birds with a very good selection. I'll be back again!

Carlos has amazing knowledge about his birds, he gave me an amazing deal and I got exactly what I was looking for. Definitely going back to get supplies for my budgies.

I was recommended to visit My Friend the Canary from someone in the Finch Society after losing one of my birds. I am rather new to keeping birds (1yr) and originally purchased my first birds elsewhere and was disappointed with the quality. I am very glad that I took their advice and went to see My Friend the Canary. Carlos has the knowledge of a doctor and a great bedside manner (for myself the newbie). He took the time to explain everything, and his love for the birds and knowledge was outstanding. His birds are beautiful, healthy and happy. It is great to meet someone that truly cares and isn't trying to make a fast buck. I will never shop anywhere else but at "My Friend the Canary", thanks so much Carlos! And, I might add, if Carlos doesn't have stock, all you have to do is ask and he will find you what you are wanting! Excellent Customer Service and Carlos goes the EXTRA MILE!

This shop was a revelation to us. Exactly what a pet shop should be! Exceptional live stock, competitive prices and personal service second to none. A passionate proprietor who’s raising birds since childhood, willing to educate and offer practical solutions to your problems. You’ll even get medical advise for healthy keeping and healing of your birds.
Whether you are bird enthusiast, a breeder, or an one canary person, make Carlos your best friend and lovely shop a frequent destination!

I am a bird lover and i have been to many stores in the gta however there is none compared to my friend the canary pet shop! Carlos was very professional and he knew everything when it comes to birds! The shop was very clean! The birds are very healthy! And The service was 100 percent! Will definitely be going back in the future! Thanks again Carlos, i am enjoying my canaries!

Very pleased with customer service, Carlos was a very nice and fair person, would highly recommend buying birds from him.

My daughter and I went there for the very first time today. We had the pleasure of meeting Carlos and his family. What a wonderful group of people who truly have a passion for birds. We expected to only be there 10 minutes and stayed for almost 2 hours. It was worth every minute of the experience. Carlos as such a deep knowledge for the birds he doesn't hesitate to share and gives you undivided attention. I would highly recommend these people for anybody interested and purchasing a bird of choice. We came out with a new member of the family Jamaica and promise we will love and care for him for the next 40 years. Thank you Carlos and your family for such a wonderful experience.

I had the opportunity to visit “ my friend the canary “ and the first thing I noticed was how clean the store was. I was immediately impressed and confident that I was dealing with a great store. The staff were very friendly and the gentleman Carlo was so very knowledgeable and helpful in educating me on all the aspects of a new pet for my home.
He really took his time with me and had such enthusiasm for the birds and helping me make the right Choice for my family and our new addiction.
I know I’ve made the right decision when I walked into that store. I tell all my friends about this great place “ my friend the canary “