Path lights guide you home safely, define the edges of your yard, and add a warm, welcoming glow to every entrance and walkway on your property. The right pathway lighting does all of this without cluttering your landscape, because great path lights disappear into the design during the day and let the light do the talking after dark.
in-lite has been designing premium low-voltage outdoor lighting for over 25 years. Our path lights are built to handle Canadian winters, from sustained frost in Alberta to heavy snowfall in Quebec, and connect to a 12V system that any homeowner can install without an electrician.
A well-lit pathway is one of the most practical upgrades you can make to your outdoor space. It guides movement safely across your property after dark, defines the layout of your landscape, and signals a welcoming entrance to your home. But path lighting also serves a design purpose.
Thoughtfully placed pathway lights create visual rhythm along a route, drawing the eye naturally through the landscape. They add depth to a yard that would otherwise disappear into darkness after sundown, and they extend the hours you can actually use and enjoy your outdoor space, whether that's a front entrance, a backyard walkway, or a garden border.
On Canadian properties in particular, pathway lighting takes on extra importance in the darker months. From October through March, daylight ends well before the average household returns home. Good path lighting ensures your walkways, steps, and driveways are safe and navigable every evening, not just in summer.
Why choose in-lite path lights?
Not all outdoor path lighting is built for Canadian conditions. Here's what makes in-lite the right choice.
12V low-voltage safety. in-lite path lights run on a safe 12V current. No electrician required under Canadian electrical codes. One transformer powers your full pathway setup, connected via the tool-free EASY-LOCK system.
IP67 rated for all-weather use. Every fixture is fully sealed against dust and rated for temporary submersion, handling snowmelt, standing water, and sustained moisture without issue.
Tested to -40°C / -40°F. in-lite fixtures maintain consistent LED output in extreme cold. Housings resist cracking through repeated freeze-thaw cycles, which is critical for any ground-mounted fixture in Canada.
5-year product warranty. All path lights and transformers carry a 5-year warranty on both the fixture and hardware.
Smart control built in. Connect to the in-lite app for automated scheduling, motion triggers, and integration with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit.
Dutch design precision. Designed and engineered in the Netherlands, in-lite path lights are built to age well in outdoor conditions, with finishes that hold up across seasons.
Types of pathway lights
in-lite path lights come in a variety of heights, profiles, and light types to suit every landscape style and application. Here are the key models to know.
EVO and EVO LOW
EVO is a real style object for your yard. This free-standing path light produces an architecturally sleek light display on one side with a diamond cut lens that spreads light evenly and beautifully, without glare. Crafted from anodized aluminum, EVO looks best when installed along a border with taller plants or beside a pathway or driveway. EVO stands at 606 mm (23.86 in) and the EVO LOW at 366 mm (14.41 in) is the more compact version, suited to lower planting schemes and tighter border edges. Both are available in Black.
NAIL is an elegant, discreet path light designed for easy installation directly into soil or grass with a simple ground stake, no base or mounting plate required. It produces a soft, all-round light with a very high CRI of 96, creating a warm, natural ambiance along any path or border. NAIL stands at 610 mm (24 in) and NAIL LOW at 455 mm (18 in). For the best light effect, place NAIL fixtures every 60-90 cm (2-3 ft) along paths and borders. Available in Black.
ACE concept takes a different approach to pathway lighting. Where most path lights cast all-round ambient light, ACE produces a soft, tiltable directional light on one side. This makes ACE ideal not only for illuminating paths and driveways, but also for accenting borders, fences, and specific yard features, without the light source itself being visible. The ACE HIGH at 490 mm (19.29 in) produces a downward-dispersed light on two sides with a 10-degree tilt, making it perfect for planting between ornamental grasses or dense border plantings. Both ACE and ACE HIGH mount on hard surfaces with screws or in soft ground with a stake, and are available in Dark Grey, Corten, White and Rose Silver.
LIV and LIV LOW are classic, elegant path lights that cast a 360-degree warm white ambient glow, subtle and atmospheric without being harsh. LIV at approximately 612 mm (24 in) works best alongside taller landscaping plants, while LIV LOW suits shorter plantings and lower border schemes. Both are equally at home defining a pathway, a deck border, or a yard edge. LIV is available in four finishes and mounts on hard surfaces with the included screws or in soft ground with the included stake.
Pathway lighting works best when it's designed as part of a complete outdoor lighting scheme, not added as an afterthought. Here's how to integrate path lights effectively.
Define the route first. Walk the pathway after dark before placing any fixtures. Note where the edges are unclear, where steps or level changes exist, and where the natural eye line falls. These points get priority.
Layer with other fixture types. Path lights define a route, but they work best when combined with recessed lights at steps and level changes, and outdoor spotlights to highlight the planting, trees, and features on either side.
Use the free lighting design service. Not sure where to start? Our lighting design service helps you plan fixture placement, cable runs, and transformer capacity before you buy a single product.
Consider the landscape at all seasons. In Canada, path lighting needs to work in snow as well as summer. Choose fixtures with sufficient height above typical snow accumulation levels for your region, and ensure the transformer location is accessible year-round.
Find your in-lite path lights
Ready to bring your pathway to life? in-lite products are available exclusively through a certified dealer and landscaping professional network across Canada. Our dealers can advise on product selection, system sizing, and installation, whether you're planning a simple front walkway or a full property landscape lighting project.
What is the difference between recessed lights and path lights?
Recessed lights are installed flush within a surface, such as a deck board, driveway, or paving stone, so only the lens is visible. They work best at level changes, steps, and deck edges. Path lights are upright fixtures that stand above the ground surface, casting light outward and downward along a route. Most outdoor lighting plans use both: recessed fixtures at critical safety points and path lights to define routes through open yard areas.
Are in-lite path lights compatible with smart home systems?
Yes. in-lite path lights connect to the SMART HUB transformer, which pairs with the in-lite app via Bluetooth. The system integrates with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, enabling voice control, automated scheduling, and motion-triggered activation.
How to install low-voltage path lights safely?
in-lite's 12V system is designed for DIY installation. Drive or place each fixture into position, run the cable from the transformer to the fixture points, and connect using the tool-free EASY-LOCK connector. Because the system runs at 12V, no licensed electrician is required under Canadian electrical codes. Visit our installation tips page for full step-by-step guidance.
How to choose the right height for path lights?
Match fixture height to the width of the path and the surrounding planting. Low-profile lights (355-455 mm / 14-18 in) suit narrow edges and dense plantings. Taller fixtures (600-990 mm / 24-39 in) work better along wider walkways, driveways, and open borders where greater visibility is needed. In high-snowfall regions, choose taller fixtures to ensure the light clears typical snow accumulation levels and remains visible through winter.
