10 Gifts to Buy Local in Canada This Holiday Season

Raw Eco Jewelry is a hand-crafted collection of gold and brass metalwork forged with raw materials that are ethically sourced, and made into a sustainable line of fashion-forward jewelry. It’s free-spirited owner, Devaki, creates enchantingly unique statement pieces that will be sure to turn heads and receive compliments. Based in the Kootney Mountains in British Columbia, Raw Eco Jewelry is the special splurge you’ve been seeking for your stylish partner.

Wild Crafted Quills, $70

Hailing from the east coast, Two Sisters Naturals is a sister-duo company that specializes in natural products for skin, bath, home care, and baby. We love that they use plant-based products that you can read from the label to fully understand what you are using. With their wide range of products covering all aspects of life, these thoughtfully hand-made-with-love face and body products will leave you feeling absolutely luxurious. Here at Slice, we are eyeing this Bath Lover Bundle as the perfect gift for any bestie.

Bath Lover Bundle, $46

The Heritage Bee Co. is a certified naturally-grown and bee-friendly-farming company that is aiming to make a world of difference for bees. Striving to make beekeeping a possibility, backyard gardeners, urban city-dwellers and small-scale organic farmers are able to buy bee hives on their property (in Ontario) or host themselves. With an impressive line of honey products, try their Liquid Wildflower Honey or opt for a creamed-honey infused with a rich choice of ginger, cinnamon, dark chocolate, mint chocolate, lavender, and lemon... delicious!. Make your foodie-friend’s mouth water with this edible gift of a flavourful organic and unpasteurized local honey.

Liquid Wildflower Honey, $15

Chocolat De Kat is a collection of handmade artisan bon bons (that’s the bougie term for chocolates) that are hand-made in small batches. We will even go as far as saying they are the most beautiful chocolates we have laid eyes on all season. These show-stopping chocolates come in an array of traditional and exotic flavours (like “Yuzu Caramel” and “Vietnamese Coffee”), and are as delicious as they are beautiful! Have we sold you on this yet? Your choco-holic will soar over the milk-chocolate galaxy with this gift.

Box of 9, $24

Uniq Boutique is a GTA one-stop shop if you’re in search for fancy kids and baby clothing. Mom-preneurers Mary and Helen sell their unique inventory of little-sized luxury dresses, hair accessories and shoes that holla “extra” at first glance. Give this holiday gift to your fancy niece or nephew that will dress them up for every occasion.

Pom Pom Hats, $35-40

We all know that winter wreaks havoc on our skin. Luckily, Velvette has a line of soft oil blends that work for the face, body and even hair. They offer different oil blends for different skin conditions, including dry or inflamed skin. Their products are vegan and cruelty-free — using only premium natural and organic ingredients — and were formulated by the co-founder who is a certified Cosmetic Chemist. This is perfect for that friend in your life who truly makes time for their self-care routine. They'll be thanking you for saving their skin this winter when you gift them one of Velvette's holiday sets.

Velvette Holiday Collections, $58-75

Pine Flora creates a variety of crystal succulent planters and air plant holders that provide both positive vibes and air-purifying plants into the home. Meant to be low-maintenance, this is the perfect gift for anyone looking to add a little zen to their living space. Pick up one of these air plant holders for your friend who will appreciate the healing properties from their one-of-a-kind crystal.

Crystal Air Plant Holders, $20-30

100 Years of Love is a Toronto hand-crafted fragrance candle company that strives to heighten your senses with their room-filling aromas. These luxury soy candles come in an array of thoughtfully designed scents, such as cannabis and suede, palo santo and bergamot, and champagne. Petroleum-free, lead-free, and phthalate-free, these candles will surely amaze the best host or hostess in your life and become a staple scent at their next dinner party.

Platinum Blonde Candle 3-Pack, $89

Artist Charisma Pancha's Toronto By Hand does exactly what her shop describes — she creates stunning drawings of the city and turns them into art prints. If you're looking for a unique gift for that friend who lives in Toronto, look no further. The minimalistic, yet detailed designs of Pancha's hand drawings make for the perfect wall art in any home. She also draws other cities, animals, and objects that make for a great gift.

Toronto By Hand, $20-52

We love it when we find stylish and practical clothing for kids, and Peakbwa sells just that. Based in Quebec, Peakbwa creates sustainable clothing for families that like to move. Using super soft bamboo and organic cotton, the Nomad Grow With Me hoodie is developed with extra folded material to grow with your child for a few years. The beautiful prints are thoughtfully designed to be unisex and enables sharing between siblings. And a commitment to quality workmanship means these clothing items will become staples in your child’s wardrobe (a stance the company takes against fast fashion). We are swooning over these perfectly made and sustainable hoodies and accessories, making the perfect gift for your growing child.

Nomad Grow With Me Hoodie, $57