Gifts under $20
Proof that thoughtful doesn’t have to mean expensive.
Clever, useful and charming Canadian finds that make a small budget feel surprisingly generous.
A good gift isn’t measured by the size of the receipt. Whether you’re shopping for a teacher, colleague, neighbour, Secret Santa or one more person you nearly forgot, these Canadian finds deliver plenty of delight for less than $20.
Loot Toys Bath Squiggler
This handmade kids’ bath bomb fizzes into colourful water before revealing a surprise sponge character, making it a tiny gift with a very big payoff.
$4.99 CAD | Made in Vancouver, British Columbia
Shop Loot Toy Co.
Shoosha Smoocha Lip Balm
Gentle enough for babies, pregnancy and sensitive skin, this certified-organic lip balm is a useful little winter essential for almost anyone on your list.
$5.99 CAD | Use code BYTHENORTH15
Shop Shoosha
Cheekbone Beauty Harmony Lip Gloss
This nourishing, non-sticky gloss delivers comfortable shine while supporting an Indigenous-owned Canadian beauty brand rooted in sustainability.
$14.00 CAD sale price | Made in Canada
Shop Cheekbone Beauty
Karameller Small Mixed Candy Jar
Filled with a colourful assortment of Swedish candy, this cheerful little jar is an easy win for sweet-toothed recipients of every age.
$15.50 CAD | Vancouver, British Columbia
Shop Karameller
Born to Shake Mojito Syrup
Made with real citrus and mint, this small-batch syrup makes excellent mojitos and effortless alcohol-free drinks without any muddling required.
$18.00 CAD | Made in Kelowna, British Columbia
Shop Born to Shake
Drizzle Cinnamon Spiced Mini
Warmly spiced Canadian raw honey in a gift-ready mini jar is perfect for dressing up toast, tea, oatmeal or a holiday cheese board.
$8.99 CAD | Calgary, Alberta
Shop Drizzle Honey
Smak Dab Canadian Maple Mustard
Prairie-grown mustard seed and pure Quebec maple syrup come together in a distinctly Canadian pantry gift for cooks, grillers and sandwich enthusiasts.
$11.00 CAD | Made in Manitoba
Shop Smak Dab
True North Poppy Seed Packet
Red and white poppy seeds in an illustrated Canadian-themed packet make a small, meaningful gift that will keep growing long after the holidays.
$12.50 CAD | Designed in Nova Scotia
Shop To & From Gift Co.
nixit Wash
This gentle multipurpose cleanser is designed for menstrual cups, discs and intimate care, making it an unexpectedly practical stocking-sized gift.
$17.00 CAD | Canadian-Owned
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