Shhh! Hear that? It’s the sound of all the world’s greeting card companies collectively rejoicing. It could only mean that another Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us! We consulted the resident romantics here at CIRA HQ and had ‘em pull together a curated .CA gift guide with ideas for everyone that’ll hit ‘em right in the feels.
Also don’t stress, all gifts included are from Canadian businesses so you can expect Canada wide shipping and all prices in CAD!
Ah the power of a .CA domain.
Steep in style!
Gravity tea steeper
Treat the tea lover in your life to a gravity steeper from Genuine Tea. It’s super simple to use, too. Just set the steeper on a mug, add your favourite tea blend and pour over hot water for a perfectly flavourful cuppa every time. You can’t improve on perfection, right?
Blow off some steam
Refresh Shower Steamer Stack
Turn a hum-drum shower into a bite-sized self-care session! Shower steamers provide all the refreshing, relaxing spa-like vibes you’d get from a soak in the tub. And this steamer stack from Tub Loves serves up the uplifting aromas of eucalyptus, peppermint and spearmint.
Bees always have your back
For my honey bundle
Speaking of sweet spots, you can’t go wrong with this honey. Here’s a taste of what to expect: creamy, organic honey infused with flavours like creme brulee and yuzu and berries.
Insert bouquet here!
Bubble clay vase
Giving your special someone a bouquet without a vase is kinda like handing over a donair with-out the magical sauce. It’s just incomplete. Riot Ceramics has your flower containment needs covered with this funky, whimsical bubble vase handmade with speckled clay.
Come to the dark (chocolate) side
La Totale 10-bar chocolate package
Montreal-based Avanaa creates true “bean-to-bar” dark chocolate that’s as ethical as it is delicious. Go for the gusto with their “La Totale” package that brings together all 10 of their artisanal chocolate bar flavours, including chai, latte and coffee. Sure, it’s a lot of chocolate to get through, but you need to be willing to make those kinds of sacrifices for love.
Your very own “glass case of emotion”
Primetime Jersey Display
Your special someone’s sports team was and continues to be the first love of their life. Once you’ve accepted that, you should have a look at this Primetime Display. It’s a sleek, clean way to show off (and cherish) their most treasured jerseys. And—just maybe—score a few points for yourself in the process!
Brew your own at home
Cold brew pitcher packs
Know someone that can’t get enough cold brew? Daymaker Coffee Roasters’ pitcher packs are the ultimate shortcut to making rich, smooth chocolatey-tasting cold brew coffee at home. All you do is grab a pitcher, pop in a pitcher pack, let it steep for 24 hours—and boom—cold brew nirvana achieved!
The chain that keeps us together
Daphne chain
We can never resist a good Fleetwood Mac reference, can we? We also know your person won’t say no to a dainty and elegant Daphne Chain from Mili Jewelry. Also—be sure to check out Mili’s equally cute collections of earrings, bracelets and rings.
Your PhD in gin-ology
Ginius Ginkit
A sharp intellect is an attractive quality, sure. But becoming a certified “Ginius”? That elevates you far above us mere mortals. With the complete Ginkit set from Ginus, you can give your special someone all the tools and flavours they need to create their own homemade batches of gin!
Celebrate your special place
Hand-embroidered heart map
Everyone has at least one place on this planet that means something to them. It could be the city where you met, your honeymoon destination, or maybe the all-you-can eat seafood joint where you set a record for crab legs consumed. Celebrate the story of your special place with an ultra-cute, hand-embroidered heart map.
For the sentimental puzzler in your life
Custom wooden jigsaw puzzle
Remember the satisfying feel of an old-school, all-wood jigsaw puzzles? That’s Palmaris’ whole gig. And they create some of the most gorgeous puzzles on this side of .CA! Even cooler: you can create your own custom puzzle from a photo—be it a landscape from your favourite travel spot, or even that great selfie from Cousin Ashley’s wedding.
Butter ‘em up
Butterscotch swirl 2-in-1 butter scrub
As far as pampering goes, you really can’t go wrong with the Lovely Body’s 2-in-1 butterscotch swirl emulsifying butter scrub. This isn’t your average scrub, this 2-in-1 sugar scrub begins as a typical scrub, but once rinsed off you will be left with beautifully soft and moisturized skin!
The most man-tastic gifts per square inch
Classy gentleman liquor basket
Show the bros in your life some lovin’, by sending them a box packed with whiskey, gourmet snacks, cigars—and more—courtesy of BroCrates. A great place to start is with their Classy gentleman liquor basket, which is about as classy and gentlemanly as it sounds.
The best kind of blue(s)
Blueberry fruit wine
Think of this as an exciting new twist on the old standby bottle of vino for Valentine’s Day. Niaga-ra-on-the-Lake's Ironwood Cider House has created a deep red wine with rich, semi-sweet blue-berry flavours and a smooth, velvety finish.
Soak, snack and feel relaxed
“Hug in a box” gift set
Check out Cheerfetti’s all-Canadian made gift boxes designed with love in mind. For Valentine’s, we love their “Hug in a box” gift set, which includes a luxurious lavender bath soak, facial mask, gourmet shortbread cookies—and more!
Get lost in the sauce
Monster Crunch Chili Crisp
Your love can be bold. And spicy. And garlicky at times. Now, you can leave a lasting reminder of that with a jar of Monster Crunch Chili Crisp from Monster Sauce! It’s a savoury, fried-onion and chili-infused minor masterpiece that’s brilliant on everything from three-day old pizza to scrambled eggs.
Alons-y a Montregie!
Wine and cider tasting for two
Want ALL the date-day options? Giftjoy.ca offers a huge slate of experiences—from chill (romantic dinner for two) to thrill (ziplining in the Laurentians). But for Valentine’s, we suggest keeping it intimate with a wine and cider tasting for two in Quebec’s gorgeous Montregie region.
Cut out the clichéd cards
Friendship greeting cards
Sick of all the sappy, overwrought Valentine’s Cards? Send your besties a friendship card from Inkwell Boutique that’s funny, quirky and sassy in equal parts.
For the person who ADORES their pup
Watercolour pet portrait
When the humans in your life break your heart and disappoint, who’s got your back? That’s right: your ever-loyal, furry friend. Immortalize that unbreakable bond with a gorgeous, museum-quality watercolour pet portrait from Paint My Pooch.
Grin and bear it
Bear Beeswax Candle
This is it: maximum cuteness in candle form, courtesy of the Wax Studio. These hand-filtered (and hand-painted) pure beeswax bear candles say a simple (but powerful) I-love-you. Go with a single bear or—better yet—pick up a pair!
Nothing but the finest sweats
Bow River shacket
Business wear be darned! We all know the way to your special someone’s heart is with comfy (yet practical) clothes. Local Laundry’s Canadian-made Bow River shacket is super warm (made with 100% cotton fleece), and downright stylish. Whether you’re going out or staying in—the Bow River shacket is a fashion and coziness win.
Crispy cozy childhood flavours
Gourmet rice crispies
Remember that feeling when your mom or dad would pull a fresh, ooey-gooey dish of rice crisp-ies out of the oven? With Whimsical Crispie’s epic, over-the-top creations, you can pass that sweet nostalgia on—and then some! Start with their Raspberry Toaster Tart crispie—packed with raspberry jam and topped with—yes—a real-life Pop-Tart!
A gift that grows on you
Sandalwood shaving cream
The facial hair experts at Viking Beard Brand have engineered this sandalwood-scented shaving cream to protect even the most sensitive skim by providing more glide and less razor burn. Pro tip: pair the shaving cream with Viking Beard’s all-natural badger hairbrush for that perfect lather.
Mix it up!
Taste the Bubbly Rainbow gift pack
Mix these handmade treat bombs in with sparkling wine to create fun, elevated Valentine’s Day cocktails! To experience the full range of flavours, go for the Taste the Bubbly Rainbow gift pack that includes mimosa, grapefruit and strawberry daiquiri. Want something a little more snuggly for the cold winter nights? Check out their hot chocolate bombs, too!
Tote-ally the right move
Custom tote bag
“But I don’t need to be able to carry my stuff,” said no one ever. Now, you can take “stuff carry-ing” to a stylish new level. Send Blush & Bloom Handcrafted a totally custom design for your loved one and they’ll put it on one of their 100% cotton canvas tote bags. Need inspiration? Check out their full fun and whimsical tote bag collection!
