Welcome from the other side of the Rockies. I'm sure you will find some answers here. Read all you can about various kiltmakers and the different types of kilts they can make: take your time to get an idea of what you really want, and all the while save, save, save. A really good kilt, made to measure, is a thing of beauty you won't regret spending on. Living in Quebec, I'd say you're on the right track with 16oz material: even here in "lotus land" a 13oz can sometimes be a bit chilly.