Something for everyone on your list
Whether you want unique stocking stuffers, elegant hostess gifts, great reads or cozy winter wear, we’ve got something for everyone in our healthy holiday gift guide. (Confession: After researching these ideas, some of these cool finds will be making it to our own wish lists as well).
Shared History Provincial Toques
If you want to keep your loved ones warm during the long Canadian winter, gift them a uniquely Canadian toque that represents their favourite part of Canada. Options include ‘East Coast,’ ‘Ontario,’ ‘West Coast,’ and ‘Maritimes.’
Harvest Tins
The perfect gift for the tea-lover on your list, these holiday tins will help them celebrate the spirit of the season with flavours like ‘Chocolate Chili Chai,’ and ‘Santa’s Secret.’
$16, David’s Tea
Truffle Salt
Italian truffles are the most expensive food in the world, which makes this salt the perfect gift for foodie friends. For a fraction of the price of truffles, they’ll be able to make any meal gourmet with just a sprinkle of this specialty salt.
$25, The Spice Trader
Reusable Bamboo Utensil Set
This utensil set is a perfect addition to a packed lunch for those who want to be eco-friendly. Not only are they reusable, they’re made of bamboo-a highly renewable resource.
$22, Grassroots Store
Sublime Printed Yoga Mat
Yogis on your list will appreciate this colourful addition to their practice.
$22, Gaiam
Premium Technithong
Show your fitness partner how much you appreciate her motivation with a gift that will make her workouts more comfortable.
$16, Lululemon
Balsam Fir Incense
Give your hostess a gift that will make her home smell like Christmas (without any extra work). Bonus: It’s made from all-natural ingredients.
$8, The Drake General Store
Grippy Yoga Gloves
For yogis on-the-go, these gloves are the perfect accessory for a mat-free practice.
$10, Gaiam
Ecojot Happiness 2013 Calendar
Inject a little joy into the lives of loved ones with a calendar that showcases a new happy quote and beautiful design each month, from “Do more of what makes you happy,” to “Happiness is a form of courage.”
$14, Ecojot
Postal Photo Art Display
Nostalgic friends who love to travel will appreciate this throwback to the simpler days of postage stamps. It’s the perfect gift for Instagram addicts and world travellers.
$25, Umbra
Organic Pancake and Waffle Mix
Make weekend mornings easier for busy friends by giving them a quick, healthy, gourmet option for Sunday brunch.
$22, Williams-Sonoma
Ashli Cabin Sock
Make après-ski cozy and comfortable for friends who love to hit the slopes.
$19, Roots
Adult Spibelt
Runners (and travellers) will appreciate this accessory that will keep all their identification, documents and technology safe while they’re on the go.
$22, Running Room
Homemade Cookie Stamper
Bakers on your list will love using this stamp to showcase their homemade goodies.
$15, Indigo
Body Butter Lollipop
Beauty buffs will love having the option of five different body butters; including strawberry, coconut and Satsuma, when gifted this adorable holiday set.
$20, The Body Shop
Body Butter Lollipop
Beauty buffs will love having the option of five different body butters; including strawberry, coconut and Satsuma, when gifted this adorable holiday set.
$20, The Body Shop
Jogi headbands
Having stray hairs in your face while working out is never fun. That’s why your fitness-loving friends will be happy to receive these adorable headbands that keep pesky fly-a-ways out of their workout.
$9 each, Joe Fresh
Forest Pine Cone Salt & Pepper Shakers
These elegant salt and pepper shakers are the perfect gift for your holiday hostess.
$20, Indigo
Memosphere White Board
Want your forgetful friend to remember your dinner plans? Gift her this adorable white board in the shape of globe. It’s sure to draw her attention and help her remember important dates.
$15.00, Umbra
Stripe sweater
Make it easy for your friends and family to inject a little glamour into their holiday wardrobe with this shimmery gold and white-striped sweater.
$19, Joe Fresh
Jessica Fairisle Snowflake Scarf
This cozy winter scarf makes a great gift for female relatives who love the classic look.
$25, Sears
Jessica Fairisle Snowflake Scarf
This cozy winter scarf makes a great gift for female relatives who love the classic look.
$25, Sears
Our Canada: A Country for all Seasons
Patriotic friends and travellers will love browsing through this book that uses stunning scenery to celebrate Canada through the seasons.
$25, Reader’s Digest
Perfumed Candles
This candle in a mini casserole dish is made for the kitchen. Help your holiday hostess create the perfect ambiance with holiday scents like Clementine and Candied Ginger.
$15 each, Fruits & Passion
Espresso Maker
Help coffee-lovers on your list get their morning java jolt with this stovetop espresso maker.
$20, Canadian Tire
Girlfriend’s Guide
Don’t want to have “the talk” with your teenage daughter? Now you don’t have to. Give her the straightforward, honest advice she needs about intimate subjects with this diary-style book.
Schick Hydro Power Select and Schick Hydro Silk Holiday Packs
Make romance easy with a his-and-hers gift that will leave couples feeling smooth and fresh.
$15 and $14, Schick