What to Wear in Canada in Winter: The Ultimate Packing List
Do you find yourself packing and wondering what to wear in Canada in winter? My guide will tell you everything you'll need for the perfect Canadian winter.
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I spent almost a year living in Canada and didn’t bring home one souvenir.
In fairness, bringing home souvenirs didn’t really cross my mind at the time since I spent most of the year living cautiously thanks to COVID-19.
When I got home, I had to get creative since it naturally disappointed my nephew when he noticed my lack of Canadian gifts.
Thanks to the miracle of online shopping, it’s never been easier to get the best Canadian Souvenirs delivered to your home.
If you’re missing Canada, or simply forgot to bring home a present for someone, this list will give you all the inspiration you’ll need to deliver the perfect Canadian themed gift.
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Once you’ve tried Canadian Maple syrup, you’ll never want Aunt Jemima again.
Use it with delicious breakfast foods like pancakes or waffles, or get creative and make the Canadian dessert Pouding Chomeur. It’s basically like a really delicious maple cake.
Either way, you can’t go wrong giving this organic syrup to friends or even to yourself.
If you want something a bit more comical, gift them this fun novelty mug.
Being an Ed Sheeran fan, I think this one is funny on more than one level. If you don’t get it, allow me to fill you in—Ed has a song called The A Team.
These Canadian City themed shot glasses are perfect for friends who like to party.
Or even for yourself. I have a few friends who collect one of these everywhere they go.
It’s easy to personalize the gift, you can pick which city is on the glass.
I got ones for Montreal, Quebec City, and Toronto.
I can’t believe these sweet little treats haven’t caught on more in the states.
They make these little hard candies with 100% pure maple syrup. Basically, they aren’t great for the diet, but are perfect when you want a taste of something really sweet.
If you’re looking for a fun alcoholic gift, order up some Ice Wine on Drizly.
I know some of you may be thinking “what is ice wine?”, well here’s what you need to know.
It’s a dessert wine that comes from grapes that froze on the vine. If you haven’t tried it before, I highly suggest checking it out.
It’s super easy to order and even more fun to enjoy.
These cookies are really great
They’re made with real maple syrup and give you just the right amount of sweetness.
Having a flask can be really fun. My friends and I used to have a blast using one to skip long bar lines during our girl’s trips every summer in the Hamptons.
This Canada themed one is a good buy because it comes with two shot glasses and a funnel.
Okay, so these funky chips are definitely a bit of an acquired taste.
Although it really shouldn’t be such a weird flavor considering most people put ketchup on fries.
Truthfully, they weren’t really my cup of tea, but I have friends who love them.
These maple sugar lollipops are one of my nephew’s favorite treats.
Every time I see him, he asks me if I’ve brought him one of these.
They’re made from 100% maple syrup and also make a great tea stirring stick for adults.
It’s my belief that everyone should travel with a basic bottle opener. After all, you never know when you might need to open a bottle.
This fun Canadian flag bottle opener is small enough to fit in your purse, making it an easy travel item.
These classic maple cream cookies are a favorite amongst Canadians and tourists.
They’re made with real maple syrup and in a peanut free factory so that everyone can enjoy them.
This trio of award-winning Canadian maple syrups is a natural gift choice for any foodies.
You can all do a syrup tasting to see which of these original harvests is your favorite.
How fun is this little maple leaf bracelet?
It’s made of hypoallergenic steel and you can even add on more charms if you wish.
I love a good necklace, especially one that looks this cool around my neck.
The double maple leaf charms lay beautifully, and the chain is easily adjustable so you can make it the perfect length.
This is another piece that’s hypoallergenic steel, making it a magnificent gift for anyone.
These stunning maple leaf earrings are the perfect gift for the woman in your life.
They are really dainty and represent Canada’s premier leaf.
The best part is that they come in a gift box, so no need to stress over wrapping them.
This 24k gold dipped maple leaf necklace is the definition of elegant.
I love how this necklace could easily dress up or down depending on the occasion.
Either way, it’s a wonderfully timeless souvenir.
I love a good retro inspired broach, and this maple leaf on doesn’t disappoint.
It’s gold plated hypoallergenic alloy and looks great on a jacket lapel.
I love how this t-shirt has a semi-vintage feel to it.
Plus, who doesn’t love a view of Toronto’s famous skyline?
The best part is that the shirt comes in men’s and women’s versions so that you can get the sizing just right.
For a more general Canadian statement, tee buy this version. It’s got a more minimal vintage feel.
The tee also comes in four different colors, though my favorite is classic black. They also give you the option of choosing men’s, women’s, or youth sizing.
If you’ve ever had a run in with a goose, you’ll get why this is so funny.
In case you weren’t already aware, let me fill you in—geese are mean if you get near them.
This novelty tee will give at least a few people a friendly laugh every time you wear it.
I think moose are absolutely adorable. One of my major disappointments with my time in Canada was that I never got to spot one of these cute creatures in the wild.
Though, I saw a few of these signs along roadways.
If you know someone who likes moose as much as I do, this cooking apron is the perfect souvenir.
Speaking of moose, how cute is this Canadian moose tank?
This one is definitely going into my summer tank rotation.
It comes in seven different colors, so you can personalize the shirt a bit depending on who you’re buying for.
I’m in love with this retro maple leaf sweatshirt.
It’s seriously the coziest thing ever, plus looks like something that you’d find in a vintage shop.
There are two types of people in this world: people who adore fun
If your buddy falls in the first category, then these Canadian Mountie
This is another super comfy sweatshirt with the bonus of a hood.
It’s also well made and comes in six different colors. My favorite is the white with red maple leaf.
This “Respect the Locals” tee is the perfect souvenir for anyone who loves moose.
I love how it has a vintage poster feel to it. The tee comes in six different color combos, though my favorite is the grey.
Growing up, I loved checking out all the stickers people put on their cars.
I don’t own a car, but I think collecting car decals from the places you’ve been would be a fun hobby.
Just imagine how cool this Canada car decal would look on your ride.
Since I don’t have a car, I settle for collecting fun magnets from places I go.
This set of fourteen Canadian magnets covers all the territories of Canada.
I really love that they have a vintage design vibe.
My sister even uses them to teach my nephew all about our neighboring country.
With notes of butter, vanilla, and maple, this candle will have you craving buttery pancakes covered in maple syrup.
Trust me, this is one scent that will have you breaking your diet to indulge in a proper Canadian breakfast.
If you feel a sense of home in Canada, go all out and buy yourself a flag.
You can frame it and hang it in your living room, or fly it proudly in front of your home.
How much fun are these magnets?
They certainly had me laughing when I found them online.
You can use them to decorate your fridge, or gift them to a teen to decorate their locker with.
I’m the worst at remembering to use a coaster, and I’m not the only one.
With these bright Canadian flag coasters, your guests will never forget to use a coaster again.
Each set comes with four hardwood coasters to protect your tabletops.
Every time I go on a trip with my mom, we buy a Christmas ornament to represent the city.
It’s a grand tradition that will always bring up special memories every year around the holidays as you put up your decorations.
I really love the moose ornament, though the Canadian flag is a classic.
This giant Canadian flag blanket is for the seriously Canada obsessed friend or family member.
It’s polar fleece and super cozy, making it ideal for travel or staying warm on cold winter nights.
I’ve always enjoyed travel inspired artwork around people’s homes.
It’s a great conversation starter and a simple way to learn more about the person.
This Canada wall map is especially modern and would look great in a home office or living space.
Fair warning, it comes unframed.
Does a kid exist that doesn’t like Mickey Mouse?
This cute Canadian Mickey keychain will be a hit with any child you give it to.
The Big Book of Canada helps kids explore every part of Canada from Quebec’s Saguenay Fjord to the Northwest Territories.
I love that the book covers geography, historical figures, and industries that have defined Canada.
Also, the illustrations in this book are also seriously gorgeous.
How adorable is this little dancing moose tee?
It’s one of my nephew’s favorite shirts to wear lately. Any kid would love this Canadian souvenir shirt.
If you want to get matching parent and kids shirts, this is the style for you.
The shirt looks adorable on both adults and children. There’s even a baby onesie that matches the theme perfectly.
Go ahead, you know you want to order them for your whole “Eh Team”.
Jigsaws and puzzles have suddenly become cool again with kids and parents.
This 2,000 piece one will occupy your family for hours!
If you need a Canadian themed baby gift, this is the one to give.
It’s technically for ages one to four and will teach kids the ABC’s of Canada.
They’ll learn about the Calgary Stampede, hockey, watching the Northern Lights, and about some of its wild animals like moose, bear, and beavers.
What kid doesn’t love playing with stickers?
I remember how much fun my sisters and I had as kids sticking them all over the house.
These Canada stickers basically guarantee a few hours of fun for kids.
Intended for kids 8-12, The Kids Book of Canada is an essential book for any child wanting to learn more about Canada.
It’s got tons of illustrations and fun facts that keep kids engaged while they’re learning.
How absolutely adorable is this little moose?
Honestly, I just ordered it for my nephew because I love this little stuffed animal so much.
I feel like any child will go crazy over this cute little animal.
Older kids will enjoy this 500 piece wooden puzzle depicting the Canadian Rockies.
It’s a seriously gorgeous image that will fuel their Canadian wanderlust.
Remember when having cool pencils for school was such a big part of back to school shopping?
Every student could use a few more pencils for school or drawing.
For an old-school throwback gift, order some of these Canada themed pencils. They’re a useful gift that won’t get tossed in the corner after a week.
I hope this list has inspired the perfect Canadian souvenirs to gift your loved ones (or even yourself).
I know writing it has certainly inspired a delicious order of syrup and maple cookies for my family.
Let me know in the comments below what your favorite Canadian souvenir is!
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