Indigenous Craftsmanship

Where Tradition
Walks Forward

Wendake, Québec, Canada
Est. 1972

Hand Laced. Hand Beaded. Each pair of Bastien moccasins carries five decades of Indigenous craftsmanship and the living heritage of the Wendat people.

Made in Canada
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Our History

Rooted in the
Huron-Wendat Heritage

Bastien Industries was founded in 1972 by Roland Bastien in Wendake, a self-governing Huron-Wendat territory north of Québec City. Inspired by the legendary shoemaking expertise of Grand Chief Maurice Bastien, Roland set out to create products worthy of their heritage — and share them with the world.

In 1996, Roland's daughter Ginette Bastien took the reins, expanding the brand internationally through her iconic Hiawatha moccasin line and growing the workshop to serve customers across multiple countries.

Today, under the leadership of Jason Picard-Binet — a proud member of the Huron-Wendat Nation — Bastien Industries continues its legacy with over 225 handcrafted models, produced by skilled artisans who carry on the traditions of their ancestors with pride and passion.

"Our mission: to offer authentic, made-in-Canada Huron-Wendat products, crafted with the greatest respect of our traditions."

1972
Roland Bastien founds the company in Wendake, inspired by Grand Chief Maurice Bastien's craftsmanship legacy.
1996
Ginette Bastien inherits the company and launches the Hiawatha line, taking Bastien moccasins international.
2022
Jason Picard-Binet acquires Bastien Industries, ushering in a bold new era of design and brand identity.
2023
Complete rebrand with Récréation agency — merging Indigenous tradition with contemporary style.
Today
225+ models, handmade in Wendake by descendants of the Huron-Wendat Nation.
1972
Founded
225+
Handcrafted Models
100%
Hand Laced & Beaded
Tree Bark Tanned
Leathers
The Collection

Crafted for Every Step

From moose hide classics to contemporary suede silhouettes — every Bastien moccasin is hand-laced, hand-beaded, and made with 100% genuine Canadian leather.

Beaded moccasins by the fireplace
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Signature Beadwork
A true Bastien icon — craft and heritage in every stitch. Hand stitched beading — a living tradition passed down through generations of Wendat artisans.
Leather chukka boot
Unisex Premium
Leather Chukka Boot
Rich cognac leather with moccasin construction and crepe sole — elevated heritage.
Urban suede moccasin
Men's Collection
Leather Moccasin
Classic silhouette. Versatile styling for everyday wear.
Classic suede moccasin on steps
Women's Collection
Everyday Leather Moccasin
Soft natural leather with a crepe sole — the moccasin you\'ll reach for every day.
Hand-laced suede close up
Premium Suede
Hand-Laced Suede
Traditional hand-lacing with signature braided cord detailing — a mark of true craftsmanship.
Man wearing moccasins on steps
Cut & Craft
The Cutting Table
The first cut matters. Natural hide, hand-traced patterns, and decades of know-how — where every moccasin begins.
Hand beading craft process
Made in Wendake
The Stitching Room
Decades-old machines, skilled hands. Every moccasin sewn on the same workshop floor since 1972.
Beaded moccasin street
Wendake Craft
The Workshop
Where tradition meets precision — our craftspeople at work on the machines that built Bastien.
Hand-stitching a moccasin
Craftsmanship
Hand-Stitched Detail
Every stitch placed by hand — a tradition passed down through generations of Wendake artisans.
Get in Touch

We'd Love to
Hear From You

Whether you're a stockist, a press enquiry, or simply want to learn more about our moccasins — our team is ready to help.

Location
London, UK
Email
martin@bastienmoccasins.com

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Last updated: January 1, 2025

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