Christmas Gifts 2021: 10 Best Gifts Under $50 in Canada

Gift giving is an art worth practicing, but finding the perfect presents to deck the halls of your friends and family members isn’t always easy (especially if you’re stretching a budget to include many loved ones). The secret (and fun!) of holiday gift giving is to put yourself in the shoes of the person you’re shopping for. What would they be so psyched to receive? Within your budget, look for things that the people in your life will love (but would never think to buy for themselves), that they would really use (i.e. that won’t be forgotten by Boxing Day) or that would just make them smile. To get you started, we’ve rounded up 10 great gifts under $50 that the people you love would love to receive this season.

SELV

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The gift of “me time”

Offering the gift of experience and self-care, the Canadian brand SELV designed a Holiday-inspired bath lux soak and body oil. It feathers ingredients such as oranges, cranberries, cinnamon essential oil and more and is good for three soaks (simply divide the contents into three batches). Hit pause on your day and enjoy a peaceful time out from a busy season ahead. Immersive Kit Ritual Minuit, SELV, $38

Saje Wellness

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The gift of healing

Gift Saje Wellness's best-selling Reflexology Mat and Remedy Roll-on kit to that special someone. It's a great way to help relieve tension at the end of the day (or a busy holiday season), provide a natural pick-me-up, or revive tired, achy feet. The kit also includes Stress Release Remedy Roll, and comes in specially-designed ready-to-gift packaging. Reflexology Mat and Remedy Roll-on Kit, Saje Wellness, $36.

Indigo

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The gift of connection in a disconnected world

Best-selling author Dr. Brené Brown is back with her latest guidebook on how to be a mindful human in the 21st century. The book offers a journey through eighty-seven of the emotions and experiences that define our species. Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Dr. Brené Brown, Indigo, $40

white electric milk frother beside frothy coffee drink on wooden table

Amazon.ca

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The gift of a coffee-shop experience, right at home

If you're shopping for someone who's working from home — who you know used to live for their morning cappuccino — this gadget can totally elevate their home coffee station (and their morning routine) for the year to come. An electric milk frother can warm, whip or froth milk with the push of a button, which transforms coffee drinks from drip to delicious. Electric Milk Frother, Amazon, $65

Indigo

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The gift of wise words

The words of Canadian poet Rupi Kaur have brought inspiration, reflection and light to many — and Home Body, the author’s latest poetry collection — which is also illustrated by the author — promises to continue to walk readers through a journey. Home Body by Rupi Kaur, Indigo, $22

box with lettering set with calligraphy tools and

Indigo

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The gift of lettering love

Let's face it: we could all use a little relaxation and a low-stress creative outlet right now — and hand-lettering cards, tags and signs is a surprisingly soothing and satisfying hobby. Give your loved one a set that gives them all the tools, supplies and skills that they need to learn the craft. Once mastered, they can use their skills to create thoughtful hand-lettered items for others — the perfect way to pay-it-forward with those giving vibes next year. Faber-Castell Hand Lettering Set, Indigo, $40

two bread proofing baskets and a fabric cover

Amazon.ca

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The gift for top-notch bakers

If you love a burgeoning baker, gift them a tool to help them make all the warm, rustic loaves of homemade bread they can butter. These banneton baskets are perfect for shaping and supporting bread during proofing — so your loved one ends up with the perfect loaf. Oval Bread Banneton Proofing Basket 2-Pack, Amazon, $37

Amazon.ca

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The gift for those who love their paw-some friends

Pets are part of the family, so — if your gifting budget allows — try to include them in the holiday with a sweet and snuggly little treat. This adorable pet bed features a cave-inspired hood overtop, making it a cozy place for pets to snooze. Furhaven Cave Pet Bed, Amazon, $47

Amazon.ca

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The gift for avid travellers

Gift-shopping for a globe-trotting adventurer? While their international wanderlust may be on hold for a while, they can relive their memories and create a one-of-a-kind wall art piece with this map, which lets them scratch off each of the countries that they've visited. Maps International Scratch The World Travel Map, Amazon, $29

green Tub Kit packaging beside brown jar of bath salts and bath milk

Indigo

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The gift of self-care

The holiday season is always stressful, but after the year we've all had — chances are that there are plenty of people on your list that could use a little luxe bath. This kit features skin-nourishing, spa-like bath salts and a coconut milk bath — perfect for a solo or partner relaxation soak. Maude Tub Kit Soaking Salts and Coconut Milk Bath Set, Indigo, $44