Board Now

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on November 25, 2012 · 97 Comments 

CONTEST ALERT! Board games are one of my favourite gifts ever, and I’ve rounded up five fresh new picks to liven up any upcoming holiday gathering. Plus you could win 1 of 2 board game gifts!

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Flash Post: Countdown to Christmas

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on November 18, 2012 · 7 Comments 

Last year’s Find of the Month for November is worthy of a 2012 check-in – what does Playmobil have in store for your advent calendars this year? Read on to find out.

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Baby Love

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on October 24, 2012 · 34 Comments 

CONTEST ALERT: Newbie and seasoned parents alike will flip for ONS GEAR’s line of innovative products designed for parents & kids alike, by those in the new: fellow parents! Check out five family-friendly gift ideas inside + find out how you could win a Sticky Bellies gift set!

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Flash Post: Pushover

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on August 24, 2012 · 2 Comments 

Get playful with these way cute, kid-friendly (and safe) toys made in the USA. Available in dozens of fun shapes and shades, they’re a must-add to any kid’s toy box.

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Kid Fit

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on July 30, 2012 · 4 Comments 

We’re halfway through summer holidays and by now your kids have either firmly settled into some couch potato grooves on your sofa, or they’re a livewire bundle of energy that needs some cooling down. Either way, check out these five fitness gift ideas for kids!

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Flash Post: Let’s Go Fly A Kite

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on July 14, 2012 · 1 Comment 

Presenting the world’s shortest retailer spotlight…today’s post is really about introducing you to the Great Canadian Kite Company, a great source if you’re looking to buy a kite as a present, and make sure it lasts more than its maiden voyage.

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Lawn Fare

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on July 11, 2012 · 1 Comment 

Have quite literal fun with your gifts this summer. Today I’ve picked out five, family-friendly party games that’ll set up in your backyard and give you endless adventures and memories!

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10 for $10: May 2012 Edition

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on May 4, 2012 · 4 Comments 

It’s May, which means it’s also time for another 10 for $10 post. Everything within will cost you less than a purple bill (save for that pesky shipping & tax) – jump in for ‘frugal’ gift finds!

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Flash Post: Dream House

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on April 29, 2012 · 5 Comments 

You’re probably wondering why I picked a house for today’s flash post. I’ll say this much…it’s probably not quite what you think. Read on to learn more.

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Flash Post: What Goes Up…

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on April 21, 2012 · 3 Comments 

Yo! Yo! Caught your attention? Well you will, if you give someone this cute throwback gift set to outfit their very own old-fashioned yo-yo.

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Flash Post: Here Comes Potato Cottontail

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on April 7, 2012 · 4 Comments 

Hoppy Easter weekend Canada! Today’s gift idea is an incredibly affordable pick to top up your Easter basket, in the form of a bunny-themed Mr. Potato Head.

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Timeless With A Twist

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on November 30, 2011 · 99 Comments 

CONTEST ALERT: Forget hot toys – how about rebooting the classics? You’ll get a retro throwback, the kids’ll get exposed to some of the best toys in the last few decades – with a modern twist. Plus, enter to win a Lite Brite LED Flatscreen!

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Find Of The Month: Playmobil Advent Calendars

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on November 2, 2011 · 124 Comments 

CONTEST ALERT: I’m giving away two Playmobil Advent Calendars, just in time for you to countdown to the holidays next month. Read on to check out what makes these calendars so super special, and how you can win one for yourself (or the little one in your life).

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If At First You Don’t Succeed…

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on June 29, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

It’s ba-ck. With Rubiks Cube 30th anniversary just past, you can commemorate the occasion with a fancy wooden collectors edition of the classic 80s brain buster. I hear the 40th anniversary edition is going to be made of titanium…

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Ballin’

Posted by Canadian Gift Guide on April 14, 2011 · Leave a Comment 

Silly name, cool concept. Buckyballs are the latest desk gadget / time wasting craze that allow you to play with 216 magnetized balls to your hearts content.

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