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Helpful reading for everyday ostomy care.

Explore ostomy care options, learn about your supplies, and make reordering easier. Start with a topic below.

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Our new website

Welcome to the new OstomySale.ca

Discover French shopping and repeat orders on our new website. Your account and OstoBucks balance have carried over.

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Understanding supplies

Ostomy Accessories and What They Do

Understand barrier rings, ostomy paste, powder, barrier film, adhesive remover, and belts so you can discuss your needs with your nurse.

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Choosing a system

One-Piece and Two-Piece Ostomy Systems Explained

Compare one-piece and two-piece ostomy systems, understand how they work, and learn what to discuss with your ostomy nurse.

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Ostomy care guides

Understand pouching systems, fit, skin care, and everyday routines. These guides offer general education to support conversations with your ostomy nurse.

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Pouch options

Drainable, Closed-End, and Urostomy Pouches

Learn how drainable, closed-end, and urostomy pouches differ and which features to discuss when choosing ostomy supplies.

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Fit and comfort

Flat and Convex Ostomy Barriers Explained

Understand flat and convex ostomy barriers, why abdominal shape matters, and when an ostomy nurse should reassess your fit.

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Everyday care

Caring for the Skin Around Your Stoma

Learn gentle peristomal skin care, how fit helps protect your skin, and when irritation or repeated leaks need professional attention.

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Practical habits

Building a Comfortable Ostomy Pouch-Change Routine

Build an ostomy pouch-change routine with organised supplies, gentle removal, careful skin checks, and a schedule suited to your system.

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News & shopping guides

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OstoBucks rewards

Get to know your OstoBucks rewards

Where to check your balance and what to review when using rewards on your next order.

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Before you order

Individual item, box or case? Check your package quantity

A quick guide to comparing the size, sales unit and number of items before you order.

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Shopping tips

Find your exact product by SKU

Where to find your item number and how to use it to check the right listing.

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Your supplies

Shop the brands you already trust

Browse by manufacturer, then compare the product details on your list.

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Ordering essentials

Make repeat orders easier

Build a simple supply list and review the details before placing a repeat order.

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