Winter Tech That Actually Keeps You Warm (and Saves You Money)
Winter in Saskatchewan is not for the faint of heart. When CTV Your Morning Saskatchewan invited me to share my favourite tech for staying warm during the coldest months, I jumped at the chance — because this is one area where technology can genuinely improve daily life, reduce energy use, and even save you money.
Here’s a deeper look at the “hot” winter tech I shared on air — and why I think it’s worth paying attention to.
Watch Katrina German and Jeremy Dodge from CTV Your Morning Saskatoon as they discuss technology to keep you warm in the winter.
Smart Thermostats: Warmth With a Brain
If you’re going to invest in one piece of winter tech, start here. Smart thermostats let you schedule heating around your actual life — not an idealized one. You can warm your house before you get home, lower temperatures while you sleep or travel, and make adjustments straight from your phone.
What I love most is the long-term impact. These devices don’t just add comfort — they help reduce energy waste, lower heating bills, and support more responsible energy use. Warmth and efficiency is a win-win.
Heated Socks: A Game-Changer for Cold Toes
Socks with a kick. :) Quality heated socks are surprisingly comfortable and can keep your feet warm for hours.
Pro tip: always choose pairs with removable batteries, so you can actually wash them. Your family will thank you.
Heated Blankets: Not Your Grandmother’s Version
Today’s heated blankets are safer, faster to warm up, and significantly more energy-efficient than older models. Instead of cranking the thermostat for the entire house, a heated blanket lets you stay cozy exactly where you are.
This is one of my favourite examples of “micro-comfort” tech — targeted warmth that reduces overall energy demand while still keeping you comfortable.
Heated Mousepad Hand Warmers: Because Why Not?
Every tech segment needs something a little fun. Enter the heated mousepad hand warmer.
If you work in an office where the air conditioning is perpetually too high — or if your hands are always cold at a desk — this is one of those quirky gadgets that’s surprisingly practical. It also makes a great gift for the person who truly has everything.
Final Thought
Not all tech needs to be complex or disruptive to be meaningful. Sometimes, the best innovations are the ones that quietly make everyday life more comfortable — especially in a Canadian winter.
If technology can help us stay warm, reduce energy use, and save money along the way, I’m all in.