There are so many incredible small businesses to discover from coast to coast, specializing in everything from lucite jewelry to ethically-made apparel to novelty accessories. Most of these gift ideas are also handmade in Canada, and all of them are available online and, in many cases, for local pickup — hooray for not having to worry about exchange rates or import duties!
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Smash + Tess x The Birds Papaya Papaya Power Top
I love the fun fruit print on this button-down top, part of a new collaboration between Vancouver label Smash + Tess and lifestyle influencer Sarah Nicole Landry. There’s a co-ordinating pant, too, if you’d prefer to gift a matching set.
Smash + Tess x The Birds Papaya Papaya Power Top, $, available at Smash + Tess
Corey Moranis Small Rod Bracelet
Award-winning designer Corey Moranis’ lucite rod jewelry is all handmade in Toronto, and each piece is one-of-a-kind.
Corey Moranis Small Rod Bracelet, $, available at Ewanika
Leah Alexandra Moonstone Oval Ring
Winnipeg-based boutique Margot + Maude carries lots of women’s fashion and accessories from local makers, including this delicate ring by Vancouver’s Leah Alexandra.
Leah Alexandra Moonstone Oval Ring, $, available at Margot + Maude
Blumseed Discovery Kit
Toronto’s Blumseed, which specializes in products designed for thick, kinky, textured, coily, and curly hair, offers a introductory kit that would make a perfect gift.
Blumseed Discovery Kit, $, available at Blumseed
Jazmin Saraï Mixtape Sample Set
This adorable set includes samples of seven scents by Jazmin Saraï perfumer Dana El Masri. The company’s perfumes, which don’t contain any preservatives, are made in Montreal in small batches.
Jazmin Saraï Mixtape Sample Set, $, available at Jazmin Saraï
Bkind Nail Polish
Bkind products are all vegan and natural, including its non-toxic nail polishes. Send one or two colours to your bestie as a chic stocking stuffer.
Bkind Nail Polish, $, available at Station Service
Mala Succulent Candle
Mala’s fragrant soy candles are hand-poured in Vancouver by founder Melody Lim. For each one sold, the company plants a tree through partnerships with Tree Era and Trees for the Future.
Mala Succulent Candle, $, available at Mala
Muttonhead Bamboo Base Layer Shirt
Made in Toronto, this unisex, bamboo-blend sweatshirt (because who is wearing anything else?) is available in four great colours.
Muttonhead Bamboo Base Layer Shirt, $, available at Muttonhead
Yoga Jeans Corduroy Classic-Rise Wide Leg
You can find these cute Canadian-made corduroys and more at Sattva. Ethically-made, eco-conscious, and local products are a priority for the independent Halifax, N.S.-based retailer.
Yoga Jeans Corduroy Classic-Rise Wide Leg, $, available at Sattva
Lovan M Sage Cardigan
Lovan M’s well-priced everyday wear is designed and made in Montreal, including this cozy, bamboo-blend cardi.
Lovan M Sage Cardigan, $, available at Boutique Unicorn
X karla The Long Sleeve Stripe Crop
Plenty of unique gifts can be found at Toronto boutique 6 by Gee Beauty, including pieces from expat Canadian stylist Karla Welch’s T-shirt line, X karla.
X Karla The Long Sleeve Stripe Crop, $, available at 6 by Gee Beauty
Sama Rakk LOXO
These super-fun acrylic earrings, designed and made by Montreal-based sisters Aisha Diallo and Anna Binta Diallo, are available in pretty much any colour you might want.
Sama Rakk LOXO, $, available at Sama Rakk
5” Sunset Arch Vase
This flower shop in Victoria, B.C. also carries gifts, homewares, and apothecary items. Get this pretty vase for your roommate, and you’ll get to stare at it all day, too.
Sunset Arch Vase, $, available at Rook & Rose
Hello Darling Co. The Teddy Headband
Winnipeg’s Hello Darling Co. specializes in unique headbands and other accessories. I’m obsessed with this shearling-textured headband, but there are also velvet, organza, and even pom-pom versions!
Hello Darling Co. The Teddy Headband, $, available at Hello Darling Co.
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