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Best Gift for Body & Soul Reed diffusers have come a long way from simple sticks in glass jars. Fruits & Passion's Ambiance Decorative Diffuser Sets were designed to emit fragrance (from the birch flower) for up to eight weeks, but the combination of the sleek ceramic vase and the modern bloom means this item straddles the fragrance and home décor categories as a beautiful accent piece and functional fragrance item. | ||
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Best Canadian-made Gift Canadian-made cuffs from Hides in Hand need to be worn to be appreciated. Wrap one of these soft, supple Deerskin Floral Bracelets around your wrist and you'll be sold – as will your customers. Available in five fashion-forward colours, the very affordable bracelets make for an unexpected addition to a display of Canadian-made wares or an array of fashion accessories. |
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Best Eco-Friendly Gift No water, no trees, no bleach and less energy (compared to traditional paper manufacturing) is involved in the production of Made By Humans' Rock Paper Notebooks. Better than recycled paper, more durable than regular paper, these nifty notebooks are filled with pages made from… limestone. Dressed up with contemporary graphics and bearing a retail price comparative to “regular” notebooks, what's not to like? | |
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Best Gourmet Food Gift Tishbi Wine & Fruit Preserves are made from products grown in the award-winning Tishbi Estate Winery in Israel and cooked in small batches – a process that delivers a natural, fruity flavour and a less sugary preserve. With tantalizing combinations like Strawberry Champagne and Cabernet Wine Jelly and shelf-friendly packaging, this line could likely sell itself, but we recommend taste testing. |
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Best Gift for the Home Battery-operated candles are not new, but Reallite candles from Abbott have managed to do what no other has yet achieved. A patent-pending technology results in a life-like flame that dances and flickers. No dripping, no smoke, no mess, no heat, no worries. Reusable, and therefore eco-friendly, flame-free candles also allow us to keep our elderly, children and pets safe from the pitfalls of fire. Available in other colours and sizes. | |
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Best Kid's Gift Stylish and sustainable, the Bynto from Lakapooki is the littler brother to the popular Goodbyn. The smaller version is perfect for snacks, kids' lunches and for those concerned with portion control. The bright colours, simple yet arresting design, and affordable price point make this a winning new introduction in the highly competitive baby and children's product category. |
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Best Gift for the Kitchen & Table The Emile Henry Pizza Stone from Browne & Co. offers significant enhancements for those who enjoy home-cooked pizza. Pizza lovers can cook, serve and cut delicious homemade pizza on these multi-functional stones. Place it directly on heat – barbeque, gas stove top, broiler – to cook, bring to the table and cut individual slices without scratching the surface. | |
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Best Novelty Gift Strap it to your shopping cart, treadmill and stroller to keep your smartphone close by at all times. The Texthook by Kidcentral Supply is the ultimate holder for your iPhone or BlackBerry. A simple sliding motion makes inserting and removing a phone easy, so you can listen to tunes, check emails and take phone calls while on the move. |
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