Shop the Weather’s favourite gifts for everyone
Here’s your ultimate list of thoughtful and top-trending gifts under $100 that any recipient will surely love!
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Are you making a list and checking it twice? Whether you’re shopping for your mom, dad, aunt, uncle, cousin, niece, nephew, son, daughter, significant other, best friend, sort-of friend, colleague, teacher, secret Santa, or pretty much anyone else, you’ll find something on this ultimate list of top gifts for 2022.
GIFTS FOR EVERYONE
From coffee makers to candles, these unique gifts are meant to spread joy this season.
GROSCHE Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker
Rated 4.4 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
This bestselling espresso maker in festive red will satisfy any coffee connoisseur on your shopping list. It holds six cups and works on electric, gas, or camping stoves. Since they began selling their designed-in-Canada coffee, tea, and hydration products, GROSCHE has been tied with their Safe Water Project initiative that helps provide clean water to global communities in need, so you can feel good about making a difference when you purchase this product.
Amber Night Reading Light
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
This clip-on LED light will help you avoid blue light, like that emitted by your phone or other electronic devices, so your natural sleep patterns aren’t affected when you’re reading before bedtime. This favourite light of our Product Specialist Daniel Martins gives off a warm, amber glow so you can read that one last chapter in comfort. Plus, it’s USB rechargeable with three brightness settings.
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Canada Knitwear Unisex Toque
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Giving the gift of warmth is always in style. Designed and made in Canada, this toque comes in a variety of colours and is produced with 3D knitting technology, which reduces waste. It’s made of a single thick layer of 100 per cent soft acrylic, making it non-itchy for all of those people on your list that react to wool.
Bedsure Satin Pillow Case - Queen
Rated 4.4 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Satin pillowcases have grown in popularity in the last little while and for good reason. They help you get restorative beauty sleep while regulating temperature, leaving your skin hydrated, and helping to reduce tears and split ends in your hair. This set comes in a multitude of colours and sizes and has more than 220,000 customer ratings with 85 per cent being four stars or higher. While more luxurious pillowcases are on the market, these make for an affordable, feel-good gift.
Harlow Big Silk Scrunchies
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon
Similar to the pillowcases listed above, these silk scrunchies are on-trend for gifting this year. They’re perfect for stocking stuffers, secret Santa gifts, or adding on to gifts for a teen or adult. They help keep hair tangle-free and are available in several different colour combinations to suit any personal style.
Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
Rated 4.2 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Let’s start by saying, I bought this kitchen gadget and it’s a crowd-pleaser for friends and family visiting me. It’s both fun and easy to make your own breakfast sandwiches as they’re ready within just five minutes! Surfaces are covered with a durable, nonstick coating and all removable parts are dishwasher safe. If you think you’ll be making a lot of sandwiches at once, you can always opt for the double maker.
Maple Candle in Heritage Tin
Rated 4.4 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Giving this candle to someone special includes a touch of wellness and home décor all in one gift. If you’re lighting a candle for wellness activities like yoga, journaling, or simply taking some time out of your day to relax, add this natural candle that’s hand-poured in Canada. The authentic maple syrup scent will warm any winter day and it comes in a unique nostalgic tin.
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FOOD
These all-Canadian creations are good for hostess gifts, teacher gifts, stocking stuffers, and more!
Nummy Creations Chocolate Mint Instant Herbal Coffee Alternative
Rated 4.3 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Not only does this ultra-tasty coffee alternative from Nummy Creations make a great gift, but it’s also the ideal beverage to keep on hand for holiday entertaining. In fact, why not pair it with the espresso pot featured in this article to make a fancy, seasonal beverage using this chocolate mint flavour? I’ve personally tried this herbal blend (I've been caffeine-free since 2016) and can confidently say, it’s delicious. All you need to do is add it to boiling water in your favourite mug and enjoy. Plus, it’s packed with health benefits from ingredients like dandelion root, chicory root, rye, and barley. Available in five flavours and a sample pack.
Mary MacLeod’s Chocolate Crunch Shortbread Cookies
Not currently rated on Amazon.ca
Looking for a teacher gift, hostess gift, or suitable gift for your neighbour? This six-pack of Mary MacLeod’s signature Chocolate Crunch Shortbread Cookies will exceed all expectations! If you haven’t tried one, each cookie includes the company’s original buttery shortbread recipe mixed with chocolate bits and a crowning chocolate chunk. This cookie brand is known for using the finest ingredients in line with Mary’s Scottish heritage. If you couldn’t tell, I’ve taste-tested this product on many occasions! No regrets!
Canadian Maple Syrup Gift Bundle
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Presents are always easier with a quality gift pack like this set of award-winning maple syrups from Escuminac. This bundle lets the recipient discover the taste of their number one selling variety Extra Rare, the intense and robust Late Harvest, and their rich and refined amber Great Canadian Harvest maple syrups. You won’t see any beige plastic jugs here, as each syrup comes in a thoughtfully designed modern glass bottle that’s reminiscent of the season. This 100 per cent pure unblended syrup is surely delicious on pancakes, desserts, or in holiday cocktails.
Cocktail Kit Gift Set
Rated 4.5 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Continuing on the theme of gift bundles, this fun and useful cocktail set includes four different mixes in their own beautifully packaged tins. Flavours include Old Fashioned, Champagne Cocktail, Moscow Mule, and Gin and Tonic. The portable size of each kit makes them easy to travel with or take to a holiday party for some libations. In fact, all you need to do is add the suggested alcohol to mix cocktails anywhere!
Heartbeat Hot Sauce, 5-Pack
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
This could be the hottest gift of the season, literally! With the trend of hot sauces holding strong, this set is perfect for the foodie in your life. The flavours in this five-pack include Scorpion, Pineapple Habanero, Red Habanero, Blueberry Habanero, and Jalapeño and they’re all handmade in small batches to produce top-quality taste. Each sauce comes in an easy-to-use, mess-free squirt bottle with an adjustable tip.
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WELLNESS GIFTS
Keep self-care and health at the top of mind with this thoughtful selection.
Bala Bangles, 1-Pound
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Bala Bangles are a favourite amongst my group of friends. Each weight in this set is one pound and can be added to your walking, yoga, dance, aerobics, home workout or rehabilitation routine. Elastic and hook and loop fasteners allow for an adjustable perfect fit every time. Available in four colours.
Squeeze Bands Resistance Bands
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Pairing with the home gym equipment, these Squeeze Bands pack into a small mesh bag and can easily be taken anywhere you’re going. I’ve been using this set for nearly a year now and have been satisfied with the quality of the bands. They have a non-slip, anti-roll grip on the inside that helps them stay in place while you’re doing your activities. This is a satisfying stocking stuffer or small gift for any fitness enthusiast on your list.
Crate 61 Vegan Natural Bar Soap, Citrus Variety Pack
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
This handmade in Toronto giftset features the bestselling citrus soaps from Crate 61 including Lemongrass, Vanilla Orange, Avocado Grapefruit, Fresh Mint, Tango Mango, and Patchouli Lime. From firsthand experience, this soap leaves your skin feeling soft and moisturized as it uses cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and unrefined avocado oil as a base. Dermatologically tested and appoved, this soap is also environmentally friendly and packaged in a biodegradable paperboard box.
Dreamegg White Noise Sound Machine
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Here’s everyone’s top product for a long winter’s nap! The Dreamegg is suitable for all ages and helps you fall and stay asleep. While there are many benefits to using a sound machine in a baby’s room, it can also help tinnitus patients, shift workers, insomnia sufferers, and people who live in loud environments obtain better quality sleep. This must-have gadget features several sound selections, a warm glow night light, a timer for various settings, volume control, and a convenient headphone jack.
Curious Cat Journal
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Journaling can help with your overall wellness routine and a trusty notebook is a useful gift for pretty much anyone on your list. This curious cat journal includes 160 lightly lined pages that are purr-fect for reflection, sketching, or jotting down thoughts, poems, or inspirational quotes that are on your mind.
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GIFTS FOR KIDS
This list has a winning combination of educational and fun toys for children.
Squishmallow Cam the Cat
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
One of the year’s most popular toys for kids has a super cute Christmas collection too. Known as one of the softest, cuddliest plush stuffed toys around, Cam the Cat is dressed to impress in a holiday sweater. Each Squishmallow has its own personality, which encourages imaginative play. Act fast because they’re also hard to keep in stock!
Natemia Organic Hooded Towel
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
If this baby towel is good enough for Oprah’s Favourite Things 2022 list, it’s bound to be as soft and luxurious as it looks. The hooded towel is made in Turkey from Cloud Touch Organic Cotton (if that doesn’t say it all!) and is fluffy, absorbent and quick-drying. It comes beautifully packaged for easy gift-giving, is machine washable, and available in six different colours.
Flying Orb Toy
Rated 4.5 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
A number one best seller on Amazon.ca and a fan favourite amongst my friends that have kids, this flying orb toy is, quite frankly, out of this world! As a hand controlled mini drone, the ball can light up, spin, float, glide, and climb through the air at your command. It can also return to your hand like a boomerang ball. This toy is USB chargeable and provides endless fun for over six years of age.
Slice and Play Wooden Cookie Play Food Set
Rated 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Another number one best seller with more than 15,000 ratings on Amazon.ca, this wooden cookie food set is sure to go over well at playtime. This colourful set includes 12 sliceable cookies, 12 toppings, a knife, spatula, cookie sheet, and kitchen mitt. The cookies even store in a durable (and adorable) dough tube! Perfect for any little cookie monsters in your family, this set is intended for ages three and up.
Snow Tube for Kids and Adults
Rated 4.6 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
Snow tubes have become an increasingly popular trend over the past few years and this inflatable tube with a magical winter pattern is no exception. Kids and adults alike will enjoy their ride down the hill as this design comfortably supports two people up to 500 pounds. You can easily use a manual or electric pump to inflate the toy and away you go. The strong material can withstand extremely cold temperatures too, making any winter day a good day to go tubing.
Elenco Snap Cicuits Jr.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 on Amazon.ca
With more than 14,000 ratings on Amazon.ca, there are a lot of happy recipients of this Snap Circuits Jr. educational toy. It’s touted as a valuable component of a rounded STEM curriculum and offers kids the opportunity to build working models of a photo sensor, flashing light, an adjustable volume siren, and more. A detailed manual is included and it’s intended for kids aged eight and up.
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Our trusted Product Specialists recommend high-quality items that we think will enhance your experience with Canadian weather conditions. Prices and availability of items are accurate at the time of publication and are subject to change.
With files from Daniel Martins
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