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Our Top Gifts under $25
These are the people in your neighbourhood…and some of them deserve a little something at this time of year to show your appreciation. So check out our top gifts under $25 for the supporting characters in the stories of our lives. The picks are a little indie, a little mainstream and all designed to crown you the thoughtful gift-master in just a few shopping sessions!
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Your Own Coach Christine Sinclair
Your favourite coach deserves a stylin' gift that says thanks for all those early morning skate sessions. We're also totally enamored with the Ontario, Maritimes, and Prairies versions, too. It's a wonderful way to say thanks for being a strong and athletic MVP!
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The Brother-in-Law
The hard-to-buy for hipster is going to love this soap made with Heady Topper. That's a beer. Apparently the best in the world right now. Not just a great nacho companion, beer is good for hair and skin, too! Our cred just ratcheted up quite a few notches with the bruh-in-law.
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The Kid Next Door
The kid next door feels like our own and we love the open-door policy on both sides. We know he'll love this Captain Awesome cape that allows him to design his own costume. Also available in mermaid, princess and pirate—but shouldn't all kids be Captain Awesome at least once in their lives?
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The Babysitter
Many have tried to poach her, but she remains loyal to your family; thanks to her date night can continue! Give her a book with great writing and a smart-as-a-whip teen girl protagonist.
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The Sister-in-Law
She loves the holidays, your kids and baubles, not necessarily in that order! Help her accessorize her festive outfits with this beautiful tassel bracelet.
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The Cleaner, a.k.a. Life Saver
She's endured the pain of stepping on LEGO a thousand times over. In addition to a generous holiday bonus, offer some edible luxury with a box of Ilanka bonbons, with packaging that's almost as delicious as the treats.
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Teacher: Wonder Woman
Sure, you'll contribute to the class gift. But we want our kiddos' teacher to know just how much we appreciate everything she does, including making learning fun using games and great activities. If she's a Scrabble fan—and who isn't?—she'll love her very own initial mug.
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The Bromance
Your main dude's best man is a bud through and through. Since we know they love both pizza and scooters, give him a fun gift that combines the two.
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The Hair Stylist
There's a reason we trust her with our locks—she's got more style than anyone we know! She'll love this gold bow necklace that works with just about any outfit, even a smock.
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The Girl Bestie
Your little one is adamant about exchanging prezzies with her bestie. Embrace the inevitable and invest in an activity that will keep them occupied for hours. Wee artists can colour their own stickers and use them to create a scene on walls and windows, mess-free.
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Music Teacher: Rocker Chick
This ‘Never Grow Up' tote is perfect for a spunky, funky, rockin' teacher. It'll keep her gear organized and the graphic design is just perfect. It's a wonderful way to say thanks for being a cool and caring mentor!
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Your Own Coach Milos Raonic
Their favourite coach is patient, great with kids and a cool dude to boot. This slouchy beanie (in both kids' and grown-up sizes) is edgy and it'll also keep his ears toasty on the sidelines, in the arena, or after swim practice.
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The Principal
The captain of the school is there for all of its trials and tribulations. Respect the nut-free zone in schools with this allergen-friendly, indulgent peppermint bark and watch as kids clamour to go to the principal's office.
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The Manicurist
She always squeezes you in for a polish change and never chides you for cuticle neglect. Return the pampering with Bite Beauty's Lipstick duo in this season's richest hues.
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The Beavers/Cubs Leader
They've guided our little buddy through Apple Day, camp and Beaver buggy races. We're saying thanks with a quirky yet practical gift he'll love: this cast iron bacon cooking press, which speeds up the cooking time of his favourite meat and conducts heat evenly so bacon cooks on both sides.
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The Sparks/Brownie Leader
Is there a more dedicated bunch than our Sparks leaders? We think not. Give them the gift of relaxation with these gorgeous teas—we love the assam blend with vanilla and caramel.
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The Work BFF
You know for a fact that she's fond of Instagram. Make her online prints a hard copy reality with Impressed App—24 prints on heavy card stock paper, artistic thick white borders and decor-friendly washi tape for arranging.
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More Ways to Be a Holiday Hero
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