CIRA editor’s gift picks for 2024

When it comes to holiday gifting, it’d be fair to say the CIRA team brings a lot of veteran experience to the table. Need proof? Just check out this beautifully curated .CA gift guide for foodies, fur babies, fathers and just about everything in between.

You’re probably wondering, though, “What are YOU getting all the special someones on your list, CIRA team?” What are your preferred picks from this pile of .CA small business goodness?”

Well —that’s what we’re going to cover right here, right now. So read on and see what our team members are going to be giving this year!

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Local Laundry

Sudsy Graphic Tee

$46.00 at locallaundry.ca

Local Laundry is a perennial favourite here at CIRA. Their shirts are high quality, nice-fitting and proudly made in Canada. Some even come with fun, cheeky designs that help make you look fashionable and fun. A no-brainer for just about anyone on your list that loves a little humour with their style.

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Local Laundry

The Giving Sock

$20.00 at locallaundry.ca

Also from Local Laundry, and an awesome stocking stuffer: The Giving Sock. They’re ultra-soft, cozy and a favourite for lounging around the house. Best of all: for every pair you purchase, Local Laundry donates an item to a local shelter!

Tekoop

Bellroy Tech Kit

$80.00 at tekoop.ca

Whether you’re travelling for business or pleasure, you absolutely need a better way to organize all those unruly charging cables, earbuds, thumb drives and devices. That’s why we love the Bellroy Tech Kit. Not only is it super handy and ergonomically satisfying, it’s sleek and durable, too!

Scoria

Moon Phases Cork Yoga Mat

$132.00 at scoria.ca

Buying responsibly is a wellness practice by itself! So, we were thrilled to discover that most of Scoria’s products are biodegradable or recycled. The yogis in your life can get their zen on with this gorgeous Cork Moon Phases yoga mat. It’s grippy, comfortable and made from sustainably harvested natural cork and tree rubber. Ommmm.

Little Victories

Perfect Dark Coffee Beans

$17.00 per bag at lvcoffee.ca

All our CIRA coffee drinkers agree: the beans from Little Victories just taste like home. This makes them perfect for delicious pour-over coffees every morning! A can’t miss gift for even the biggest java snobs on your list. Go with a single bag or a monthly subscription for sustained awesomeness.

Perth Brewery

Specialty Beer

$22.50 at perthbrewery.ca

We’re suckers for cleverly-named craft beers—especially Perth Brewery’s special, seasonal offerings! For the holidays, grab their pistachio and vanilla-infused “Pistachi-ho-ho” dark lager. Also: all of Perth’s beer is “gluten reduced,” for those with gluten sensitivities.

Pure Anada

Mascara

$16.00 at pureanada.ca

Wait a sec: there’s a mascara that doesn’t smudge AND is made from safe, all-natural ingredients? Yep, and you can grab it at Pure Anada. It’s our preferred way to add volume to those luscious lashes!

Lord Violet

FLEUR DORÉE Bolo Tie Necklace

$76.00 at lordviolet.ca

This bolo tie necklace from Lord Violet is the perfect blend of vintage charm and modern style. In fact, it’s gender-neutral, fully adjustable and a great go-to accessory whenever you’re looking to zhuzh up an outfit. Highly recommended for the style-conscious!

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Foonie

Assorted Stickers

$4.50 per sticker at foonie.ca

More than a few CIRA staffers have said Foonie’s stickers are a delightful way to add personality to belongings—like laptops, water bottles and more. Not only are the stickers well made, but they also feature cute, whimsical designs inspired by nature and the simpler things in life.

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Happy Tears

Volume One - Bilingual Conversation Cards

$38.00 at happytears.ca

One CIRA staffer bought this Conversation Cards game for gatherings with loved ones…and it was a hit! They laughed, cried and learned so much about each other. This season, gift the perfect card game for anyone that values deep connections and having meaningful conversations.

Valerie C Design

Hair Scrunchie

$15.00 from valeriecdesign.ca

There are more than a few folks on the CIRA team that’ll confess to being obsessed with these colourful, handmade scrunchies from Valerie C Design. Made in Quebec from recycled, scrap fabrics—these scrunchies are ideal for anyone who’s a fan of sustainable stylishness!

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Monster Sauce

Monster Crunch Chili Crisp

$15.00 from monstersauce.ca

We can’t get enough of this roasty, garlicky, savoury, chili-infused sauce. It’s been added to everything from eggs to pizza - and has never failed to impress. Gift this sauce to anyone who’s overdue for a trip to flavour-town.

Sadie and June

Connecting North America Hearts Map

$44.99 from sadieandjune.ca

Here’s a gift that goes straight for the feels! This hand-embroidered Connecting Hearts Map is a way to celebrate the people and places that mean the most to you. Whether you’re giving it to someone who’s moved away, or has deep connections across the continent, we can’t recommend this map enough!

You wanted our top CIRA staffer picks, you got it! Now, get out there and make the holiday magic happen. Want even more excellent .CA ideas? Buckle up and explore our full gift guide now. Happy shopping, friends!

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Kira Yee

Kira is the Content and Channel Marketing Lead at CIRA. She focuses on content, digital marketing and channel strategies to help Canadian business owners make the right domain choice for their business website so they can find success online.