Our gift to you this year: the return of our supersized, super-local gift guide. We’ve scoured the city for the best bets from local brands and our fave neighbourhood shops so you can source delights for everyone on your list right here at home. The result is more than 60 hyper-curated items and experiences, guaranteed to spark some uniquely Vancouver holiday cheer. (And here’s one more great idea: a free subscription to Vancouver magazine! Your giftee doesn’t have to know you didn’t pay a cent for it.)
Gift Ideas for Everyone On Your List, All From Vancouver Stores and Brands
MELLOW YELLOW
The mustard-coloured Loft coat ($265) from Anian is made from recycled wool here in Canada. anianmfg.com
WEST COAST WILLY WONKA
East Van’s Hype Chocolate is worth the, well, hype, with inventive (and aesthetically pleasing) concoctions like the Biscoff cookie butter bar ($30). hypechocolate.com
LAP IT UP
The silicone cup on the Springer Classic Flip dog travel bottle ($44) folds up and down to allow furry friends to drink straight from the water bottle. shopgoodboy.com
KIDDING AROUND
Despite the name, Kid Sister’s Super Ego face oil ($85)—made with buriti fruit and hydrating tomato seed—is the ideal gift for siblings of all ages and genders (and skin types). kidsisterskincare.com
HIP CLIP
These candy-coloured Undo claw clips ($42) make the sweetest stocking stuffers. vincentpark.ca
RUFF STUFF
Do they take 20 extra minutes on each coffee run because they have to stop and pet every dog they meet along the way? They need this Tentree I Like Your Dog cap ($45). tentree.ca
BURNING FLAME
Get hygge vibes without setting off the smoke detector with these E&E LED taper candles ($74 for a pair), coated with real wax for an extremely realistic look. gildandco.com
YOU’RE A DOLL
Whimsical, femme, appropriate to wear if you’re cast as Clara in The Nutcracker: the Doll blouse from Vancouver brand Harly Jae ($245) covers all the bases. harlyjae.com
STICKY SITUATION
Otto’s 12-by-12-inch durable peel-and-stick floor tiles ($190 for 25) are a dream for renters and commitment-phobes alike. thisisottostudio.com
TOTALLY HOOKED
Bocci’s lights are Vancouver icons—maybe the company’s new line of 89 hooks ($95 each) will be next. livingspace.com
COFFEE BREAK
Even the packaging from Squamish’s own Counterpart coffee has us buzzing—the espresso blend ($16) features notes of chocolate, toffee and blackberry. welks.ca
BAG IT
The Mameyo Little Valerie petite bucket bag ($359) is made in Vancouver by hand and comes with an interchangeable strap and handle. mameyogoods.com
CHEERS TO THAT
Good Beast’s Amber Crushed cups ($55) are made from ultra-durable amber glass and enhance the experience of drinking everything from agua fresca to whisky on the rocks. goodbeast.ca
YOUR LUCKY DAY
Yeah, we put a lucky cat in the last edition of this gift guide, so maybe this Beams Japan ceramic kitten (from $95) is overkill. But who doesn’t want more luck? outnaboutboutique.com
SUDS UP
There’s something satisfying about the size and heft of this giant exfoliating peppermint soap block ($42) from Flamingo Estate. sunjalink.com
CORD ACCORD
Add charms to Melanie Auld’s colourful new Cord bracelets (from $20) or just rock a stack of neon on your wrist. melanieauld.com
KID COUTURE
In these stylish five-panel hats ($30) from B.C.-based Feel Unified, your toddler will be the belle of the playground. feelunifed.ca
WATER WORLD
Owalas and Stanleys are fine and all, but if you want to stay hydrated without following the crowd, these insulated, 900-ml Asobu Cosmic water bottles ($35) are the way to go. welks.ca
BRINE TIME
Your favourite community gardener needs this beautiful guide to all things pickled and jammed from Jo Turner: The Preserving Garden ($40). oldfaithfulshop.com
WHITE STRIPES
There’s something Mediterranean chic about the low-backed, vertically striped Londre x Fairmont Pacific Rim Minimalist one-piece ($179), but the swimsuit is designed right here in Van and made from recycled plastic bottles. shoppacrim.com
THE SWEET STUFF
For the foodie friend who is always ruining your brunches by complaining about the Aunt Jemima, there’s organic, single-forest pure maple syrup from Cosman and Webb ($17). granvilleislandspiceco.com
MAKES SCENTS
This diffuser set offers Ollie and Co.’s bestselling Raincouver scent ($33; green leaves, moss, incense) in a minimalist, low-fire-hazard package. ollieandco.ca
REPUTATION ERA
This iron-on Petra Boase snake patch ($9) is from kids’ art shop Collage Collage, but we assure you, it would look just as cool on a 40-year-old’s denim jacket. collagecollage.ca
THE BENDS
The S.cab Mimosa planter holder (from $150) may look wiggly and wobbly, but the playful design holds steady. arkinteriors.ca
DRAWSTRING DREAM
The popular Emi pants ($298) from Vancouver denim gurus Decade Studio now come in a cozy fern-coloured cotton corduroy. decadestudio.com
SCRUB A DUB
All the soaps from Saturna Outdoor Research ($12.50 each) are inspired by colours discovered on wild and wonderful Saturna Island. thesoapdispensary.com
MARINE QUEEN
Canadian seaweed extract is the not-so-secret ingredient in this silky, hydrating Dear Lucy marine antioxidant serum ($140). dearlucyskincare.com
THE YOUTH!
If we’ve learned anything walking down the street past Kits High during lunchtime, it’s that teens love a grey hoodie. Gift this Vancity Originals Smiley UnDMC sweater ($75) and maybe earn a begrudging smile. getdipt.com
STICK ’EM UP
Stickers are the ideal stocking stuffer for recipients young and old; we like this bold Snack Pack ($6) of shiny vinyl designs from graphic artist Whitney Luu. shopmakers.ca
PRINTS CHARMING
Pleasant Shimo’s beautiful prints are each created by a local artist as a love letter to Vancouver’s neighbourhoods—available in either 6-by-9-inch or 18-by-24-inch sizes ($30, $100). pleasantshimo.com
NUTS TO YOU
Tiger nuts are high in fibre and naturally sweet—we’re predicting right now that this is the next big superfood. A jar of chocolate tiger nut butter ($15) from Vancouver brand Sowleil is a perfect little something for the smoothie- lover in your life. sowleil.ca
REMEMBER THE SUN?
Winter will end eventually (right? RIGHT?) and then they’ll be happily burning at the beach. This Fern and Petal Refresh after-sun mist ($19) hydrates and moisturizes. fernandpetal.ca
SEEING RED
All of Free Label’s garments run from XS to 5X, so the new Picante-coloured bamboo- and-spandex underwear and bra sets ($98 for bras; $48 for bottoms) are comfy, curve-hugging options for anyone. freelabel.com
RUN, RUN, RUDOLPH
An oversized tongue and heel loops make these Robbie Dash sneaks (from $60) from Native even easier to slip on for little speedsters. nativeshoes.com
RIPPLES AND WAVES
Nathalee Paolinelli is your favourite ceramicist’s favourite ceramicist. Earn cool-kid points by gifting her beautifully organic Ruffle candle bowl ($125). obakki.com
STICK IT TO ME
These colourful Hay chopsticks ($65) are a vast improvement over the splintery bamboo takeout utensils. vanspecial.com
ZIP IT
These Studio zipper pouches ($60) from This Gallery are made from repurposed studio drop-cloths, so each bag is totally unique. thethisgallery.com
COLOUR YOUR WORLD
Ceamy, easy-glide Ooly Chunkies paint sticks ($14) come in a pleasing pastel palette and are perfectly sized for little hands. kidsbooks.ca
IT’S A DRAW
These collaborative doodle books ($25) are available in options for Grandpa, Grandma, Mom and more. petiteforet.co
TOMATO, TOMAHTO
Tomatoes are the “it” fruit right now, and Oh Hello Leigh’s cheery handmade mugs (from $77) celebrate le tomate every time you pour a cuppa. ohhelloleigh.com
ARCHITECTURE TOUR
Artist Donna Seto’s beautifully illustrated history book, Chinatown Vancouver: An Illustrated History ($30), also features plenty of delicious food guides. massybooks.com
LOUD AND PROUD
This handlebar mounted Bellbeats digital bicycle bell from Trek ($135) connects to Bluetooth to stream navigation alerts or their Cycle Jams 2025 playlist. westpointcycles.com
SUPERSIZED STYLE
It’s a super scrunchie! The silver Mercury hair tie from A Bronze Age ($32) is holiday-party ready. abronzeage.com
OCEAN PEARL
What could be a more West Coast gift than a mismatched oyster-and-pearl Elsa earring set ($198) from beloved Vancouver jewellery brand Wolf Circus? heyjudeshop.com
DRY HUMOUR
Can a Vancouverite ever have too many raincoats? This duo-tone MEC Aquanator rain jacket ($140) says no. mec.ca
GIVE IT A WOOL
Give them the gift of a new skill: Project Weekend’s beanie kits ($49) will have them casually dropping the word “purl” into sentences in no time. gatley.ca
FOR DIY DARLINGS
Main Street’s Urban Source will package up curated vintage papers and off-beat ephemera to create a one-of-a-kind collage pack ($18.50), perfect for gifting to crafty types. (Expect them to make you next year’s gift from these same bits and bobs.) urbansource.ca
READING RAINBOW
Sign up your bibliophile for Upstart and Crow’s book subscription program (from $200). With the help of a personalized questionnaire, book curators hand-pick titles each month for a delightful delivery. upstartandcrow.com
OH, SHOOT
Drag your giftee for a photoshoot in Slice of Life Gallery’s vintage photo booth, and commemorate the sienna snaps in a frame, magnet or keychain (from $3). slicevancouver.ca
BURN BABY BURN
These super skinny Maison Pechavy taper candles from Coco et Olive (from $9 a pair) come in a kaleidoscope of colours and “burn for the length of a dinner party.” cocomain.ca
FLY AWAY
Like a moth to a flame, we’re drawn to this Baby Luna pendant necklace ($425): a symbol of transformation and mystery, according to designer Melissa Caron. melissacaron.com
REP THE ’HOOD
Next year, we’re doing a whole list of restaurant merch; in the meantime, grab this stadium-style bomber from Mount Pleasant Vintage and Provisions ($280). mtpleasant.bar
SECRET WEAPON
These Noshinku pocket sprayers ($17) are the prettiest little hand sanitizers we’ve ever seen. Bring it on, cold and flu season. frontandcompany.com
PUDDLE JUMPERS
These 100-percent-waterproof, natural-rubber rain boots ($159) are made by the Wild Bird Society of Japan—all profits are spent on avian research. branchesandknots.com
CRYSTAL CLEAR
Amethyst allegedly promotes calm and reduces anxiety. This Chevron amethyst point ($150) from Crystalworks is worth a shot, right? crystalworks.ca
BOSS BEADS
This Ina Seifart Brillenkette Big eyeglass holder ($65) is made from wooden beads; so Granny chic. hillsdrygoods.com
SO FRESH, SO CLEAN
So cooling, so hydrating and smells minty-vanilla enough to eat, the Canadian-made Om adaptogen and copper peptide Multitasking Radiance mask ($56) is a weekly must. omskin.com
SUGAR RUSH
You can build the perfect box of treats from the pick-and-mix wall at Yum Sweet Shop, or you could just snag some of the jewel boxes of Foamy Shrooms or Prosecco gummi bears ($13 each)—a sweet gift either way. yumsweetshop.com
THINK SMALL
These scale mini accessories ($8.50 each) are supposed to be for Sam and Julia’s popular mouse dollhouses, but who among us wouldn’t be delighted to receive a teeny-tiny, 1:12 scale kitchen utensil set? Embrace whimsy! We dare you! dillydallykids.ca
CREATURE COMFORT
When you find an artfully illustrated Tide Pool garland ($28), West Coast Christmas Law says you have to include it in the gift guide. assemblyoftext.com
BUCKET LIST
Things we just learned existed: bucket hats specifically designed for running, as exemplified by this breathable, UVB+50-rated B-Osmosis chapeau from Fractel ($75). runasyouare.co
GREEN THUMB
This green Castart Taichi cardigan ($210) is Christmassy, but bright enough to qualify as spring-y when the weather eventually turns. rayrickburn.com
GRILLS, GRILLS, GRILLS
The lightweight Green Life Shichirin Konro charcoal grill ($120) will be their BFF come beach season. knifewear.com
WALL FLOWER
Vancouver law: you can never have too many plants in your apartment. Mimoko’s sculptural wall planters—like the Orbital vase (from $90)—make going green all the more stylish. mimoko.me
GIVE ‘EM THE BOOT
Your friend had a new baby and the baby needs these made-in-B.C. Padraig booties ($39)—breathable, made from super-soft New Zealand wool—and that’s just how it goes. hipbaby.com
GAME ON
This pocket- sized Whale to Look game ($30) will keep your orca-watching skills sharp for your next ferry ride. strategiesgames.ca
LEAF ME BE
Like we said, tomatoes are hot right now: this hydrating liquid soap from Loewe ($110) will keep hands squeaky clean and on-trend. holtrenfrew.com
CUFFING SEASON
Jewellery designer Adele Van Tonder was inspired by “summer night escapades” to create the interlocking yellow-gold Midnight Sun circle cuff ($750). zadeljewellerystudio.com
CHANGE ARTIST
Beach bums and surf-obsessives alike will appreciate the warm embrace of a Slowtide changing poncho ($95) in a winter-weight cotton terrycloth. thecoastgoods.ca
