Canadians! I need gift ideas! I'm going to the USA and want to give them a piece of Canada!?

Question

Anyone have any ideas on what I can get them? It's for my bf's family: his mom, step dad, sister, nephew and niece (who r 3 and 4).

So far I've thought of bringing some Tim Horton's cappachino for the adults? I need help!

I can't do poutine, it's a 4 hr flight with delays lol! I can make them poutine at home though.

Ugh I cna't believe u have Tim Horton's there. They make it sound like Tims is just Canadian! Basterds...

Maple seems to be a theme around here... I was thinking about that *nods*

I even thought about coins but that's very specific. If they don't dig coins they'll be like "thanks?" lol

I know they like beer but i dunno if they'd like Canadian beer. I'm not a beer drinker myself but people tend to stick with what they like soo I dunno bout that... I don't know if they'd like wine. I know my bf doesn't. My bf's not helping me in deciding! What a meenie.

ty everyone for your input! gimme more! lol

Answer 1

Hi up there! I spent last winter up there in Canada but alas, I had to come back home to southern US. I wish I had brought some of that great Canadian syrup home with me. If I were you I would definitely take some of that to your friends. And anything with the Loon or Moose on it. Oh and I miss Tim Horton's stuff..that is great idea.

Answer 2

I'm not Canadian, however, we do have Tim Horton's here in the United States. Give them something they don't associate with Canadians. It should not be to hard to find, since most Americans don't have a clue about Canada...Good Luck and have a safe trip...

Answer 3

It depends on them and how much you want to spend. If you think about what they would like and then about what they can't get in the US you can make a list. For example, if they like rock music a Sam Roberts or I Mother Earth CD, if they like wine some BC Meritage, or Ice wine, etc. If they like Scotch the Cape Breton single malt is a huge surprise and very nice, but difficult to find.

If they like to cook there is the Paderno cookware from PEI or the Seagull Pewter giftware from NS as well. A bit pricey but very nice and a bargain compared to the European equivalent.

Please avoid the Cuban cigars as you don't want that hassle at the border... Also no unprocessed foods like fruit, meat, etc.

There is always the archtypical maple syrup and blueberry jams and in some cases very appropriate but a bit stereotypical.

Kids love nice t-shirts, hats, etc. depending on their age. That requires input from the parents or siblings about what they like, if they collect things, what sports they play, etc. Try to personalize it and keep the kids stuff in the same price range or they get jeaolous. :)

Best of all is to bring You!

Answer 4

You might consider giving them a set of Canadian coins, especially "uncirculated" or "proof" coins that you buy direct from a Canadian mint.

When I was little, I had a lot of friends who collected coins, so I became fascinated in that hobby. Maybe it is not so exciting to other people, but I gradually became interested in coin collecting.

Maybe there are also some commemorative coins that have been issued in Canada on some past special occasion. I would think that those kinds of coins ("uncirculated" or "proof") would be nice presents too.

But I guess you have to consider the people you are giving your gifts to ....... (and indeed it would be best to try to get some idea of their likes and dislikes first !!! )

Answer 5

Also poutine. We do have Tim Hortons in some parts of the U.S. though, but still it could be a nice thought.

Answer 6

♡Well, I hope you don't mind me answering because I'm NOT Canadian, but my friends here in Japan often go to Canada and they always bring back delicious Maple syrup and Maple cookies, Ice Wine, Ice Wine tea, Ice Wine cookies... We all L♡VE those great Canadian products and are so happy to get them as souvenirs/gifts. I think all ages will love these! Hope this helps!(*^o^*)

Answer 7

Any sort of maple candies would be neat!

Also any of the cool Trident flavors you have....I remember when I was there 3-4 years ago you guys had Coffee, Raspberry and Grapefruit-Citrus...we just mainly have Cinnamon and the various Mint flavors and love some variety.

Answer 8

Why try to get fancy? Try a book about local history or legends from your neck of the woods. Also some candy made locally there would be a tasteful treat.

Answer 9

Hmmmm maple syrup! Canadian bacon.... bring all the goodies to make them a good hearty home-cooked breakfast!

Answer 10

not a t shirt , that is so lod now. you have to get something cool. let me think...how about a stuffed animal,get a bunch of post cards make a collage of some sort. with sand from the beach, pictures of u and canada, a magnet attached to the coolage, hockey team logo, use your imagination. hope I helped. have fun.