The demand for patio heaters has risen so much that retailers have been struggling to keep them in stock, according to the Retail Council Canada. She said she looked for a patio heater at several retailers but took some time finding one. Booming demandOne of those retailers, Home Depot Canada, told The Canadian Press it has seen increased interest in outdoor heaters, fire pits and fire tables. But the demand for patio heaters is not just coming from homeowners. "Anything they can do to lengthen the (patio) season in which they can be open is a big deal," said Littler.

Source: CBC News September 16, 2020 19:07 UTC