About Us
Wild Child was founded to make a non-dairy ice cream which was indistinguishable for dairy. Here's our journey of how that happened.
About Us
Wild Child was founded to make a non-dairy ice cream which was indistinguishable for dairy. Here's our journey of how that happened.
About Us
Wild Child was founded to make a non-dairy ice cream which was indistinguishable for dairy. Here's our journey of how that happened.
We Bring Joy Back
Expertly creating delicious dairy-free ice cream that evokes joyful childhood memories.
We Bring Joy Back
Expertly creating delicious dairy-free ice cream that evokes joyful childhood memories.
Handcrafted with Natural Ingredients
Our ice cream uses only high-quality, simpleingredients, ensuring an unforgettable creamytexture.
Handcrafted with Natural Ingredients
Our ice cream uses only high-quality, simpleingredients, ensuring an unforgettable creamytexture.
A Little Rebellion in Every Pint
From our farmers’ market beginnings, we’ve challenged the ordinary with bold flavours, playful energy, and ice cream that refuses to compromise.
A Little Rebellion in Every Pint
From our farmers’ market beginnings, we’ve challenged the ordinary with bold flavours, playful energy, and ice cream that refuses to compromise.
Our Story
From farmers’ market scoops to a wild new chapter, our story has always been driven by one delicious idea: everyone deserves truly joyful ice cream.
2015
It Started With Oats
Candace Tierney, an Ottawa Valley entrepreneur, turns her love of ice cream, commitment to sustainability and belief in giving back into a vision for a growing, award-winning business.
2015
It Started With Oats
Candace Tierney, an Ottawa Valley entrepreneur, turns her love of ice cream, commitment to sustainability and belief in giving back into a vision for a growing, award-winning business.
2016
Our First Farmers’ Market
Roots take hold at the Carp Farmer's Market just west of Ottawa. The number-one question from customers: "How can I get more of this?"
2016
Our First Farmers’ Market
Roots take hold at the Carp Farmer's Market just west of Ottawa. The number-one question from customers: "How can I get more of this?"
2018
Taking the Joy on the Road
The brand hits the road, serving high-stacked cones at events and festivals across Canada. Lines of over 75 people often wait an hour for a taste.
2018
Taking the Joy on the Road
The brand hits the road, serving high-stacked cones at events and festivals across Canada. Lines of over 75 people often wait an hour for a taste.
2019
Growing Beyond the Scoop
A dedicated kitchen opens, the first large-scale machines arrive, and a team is hired to produce ice cream at scale.
2019
Growing Beyond the Scoop
A dedicated kitchen opens, the first large-scale machines arrive, and a team is hired to produce ice cream at scale.
2020
Landing in the Freezer Aisle
Expansion into 200+ retailers across Canada, with five flavours in grocery-store pints.
2020
Landing in the Freezer Aisle
Expansion into 200+ retailers across Canada, with five flavours in grocery-store pints.
2024
More Stores, More Flavours
The brand reaches 600+ locations — scoop shops and major grocery chains like Whole Foods Market and Sobeys — and introduces a new line of novelties.
2024
More Stores, More Flavours
The brand reaches 600+ locations — scoop shops and major grocery chains like Whole Foods Market and Sobeys — and introduces a new line of novelties.
2026
Wild Child Is Born
Oat & Mill becomes Wild Child — a full reformulation of recipes, production and sourcing, while staying true to quality, sustainability and small-batch Canadian craftsmanship.
2026
Wild Child Is Born
Oat & Mill becomes Wild Child — a full reformulation of recipes, production and sourcing, while staying true to quality, sustainability and small-batch Canadian craftsmanship.
Choose Your Wild
Whether you’re craving a classic scoop or a treat straight from the freezer, there’s more than one way to enjoy Wild Child.
Ice Cream Pints
Rich, creamy, and completely dairy-free. Discover nostalgic favourites with a delicious Wild Child twist.
Ice Cream Pints
Rich, creamy, and completely dairy-free. Discover nostalgic favourites with a delicious Wild Child twist.
Ice Cream Pints
Rich, creamy, and completely dairy-free. Discover nostalgic favourites with a delicious Wild Child twist.
Gelato Bars
Smooth, creamy gelato wrapped in a delicious coating and ready whenever you are. Big joy, no spoon required.
Gelato Bars
Smooth, creamy gelato wrapped in a delicious coating and ready whenever you are. Big joy, no spoon required.
Gelato Bars
Smooth, creamy gelato wrapped in a delicious coating and ready whenever you are. Big joy, no spoon required.