The Best Made-In-Canada Gifts For Everyone On Your List
Photo, Erik Putz. Prop styling, Daniel Onori.
A speckled mug hand-thrown in a Montreal studio. A deep amber fragrance delicately blended in Edmonton. A pair of earrings made with sand from a Vancouver Island beach. As we compiled our wishlists this year, we quickly realized that our most coveted items were all made in Canada. Whether you’re looking for sweet treats, eco-friendly picks, quirky ceramics or other small luxuries, there’s a homegrown gift for everyone on your list.
Flower Power
“I bought my first bottle because of the beautiful design, and my second because I can't get enough of this gin's sweet floral notes.” —Sun Ngo, creative director.
Collective Arts Rhubarb & Hibiscus Gin, $49, lcbo.com. Hamilton, Ont.
Pretty in Pink
“This mug from Montreal-based potter Mérida Anderson manages to feel both cutting edge and comforting—perfect for a bracing morning caffeine hit.” —Kathryn Hayward, executive editor.
YYY Collection stoneware mug, $58 each, yyycollection.com. Montreal.
Bag of Tricks
“This bag is the perfect size to transition from day to night. Plus, there’s a secret beer compartment inside!” —Stephanie Han Kim, art director.
Erin Templeton 'BYOB' leather bag, $265, erintempleton.com. Vancouver.
Salty Attitude
Newfoundland Salt Company green alder sea salt, $15, newfoundlandsaltcompany.com (also via One Of A Kind). Bonavista, N.L.
Shape-Shifters
“Light and sculptural, these contemporary clay earrings by Vancouver maker Cait Wind are art for your ears.” —Colleen Nicholson, contributor.
Cait Wind 'Brooke' earrings textured with local sand, $40, caitwind.com. Vancouver.
Sappy Ending
Wabanaki bourbon maple syrup made in Tobique First Nation, $19, wabanakimaple.com. Neqotkuk, N.B.
Hot Stuff
Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. Pineapple Habanero sauce, $12, heartbeathotsauce.com. Thunder Bay, Ont.
Wrapper’s Delight
Mind Your Bees beeswax food wraps, $30 for a large set, mindyourbeeswraps.com. Hamilton, Ont.
Fan Art
“These elegant Indigenous-made earrings are perfect for all occasions—their striking colour palette has the power to elevate any outfit.” —Radiyah Chowdhury, assistant editor.
Kihew & Rose 'Fan' beaded earrings, $80, instagram.com/kihewandrose. Vancouver.
On the Nose
“I carry this handy essential oil kit with me everywhere. There’s a roll-on remedy for every ailment—it’s a must-have to get through the busy holiday season!” —Andréanne Dion, associate lifestyle editor.
Saje Pocket Farmacy (holiday edition available November 22), $65. saje.com. Vancouver.
Instant Glow
East Coat Glow 'Balance' body serum concentrate, $60, east-coast-glow.myshopify.com. Bonavista, N.L.
Ocean Wise
“This book is as beautiful as the province it celebrates, with recipes inspired by Newfoundland’s oceans, fields and forests.” —Gillian Grace, deputy editor.
'Wildness' cookbook by chef Jeremy Charles, $60, chapters.indigo.ca. St. John’s.
Tastemaker
“I'm obsessed with this umami-rich condiment and always keep a jar in my fridge. A spoonful of it can elevate any dish, whether it's sunny-side-up eggs, stir-fries or even just plain rice.” —Irene Ngo, food content director.
Abokichi Okazu miso chili oil, $13, abokichi.com. Toronto.
Soap Opera
“These all-natural, lushly scented soaps are named after Canadian landscapes and locations, including my hometown, Thunder Bay, Ont.” —Maureen Halushak, editor-in-chief.
Anto Yukon soaps, $10 each, antoyukon.com. Whitehorse, Y.T.
Industrial Revolution
Béton Brut 'Radii' brass and concrete rings, $90 each, betonbrutdesign.com. Saskatoon.
Retro Feet
“No matter who you’re buying for, socks are an underrated gift. The logo on these reminds me of my childhood watching Mr. Dressup.” —Aimee Nishitoba, associate art director.
Arborist CBC Retro Socks, $12, drakegeneralstore.ca. Toronto.
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Andréanne Dion is the senior editor, style, beauty and travel at Chatelaine. She is also a contributing editor at FASHION and Hello! Canada.
