10 Christmas Gift Ideas That Support Local London Ontario Small Business

It's never been more important to support small businesses in London, Ontario. By seeking out products and services from homegrown brands and making purchases from local retailers, you may actually be helping these labels and stores stay afloat during a very tough year.

There are so many incredible small businesses across our city, specializing in everything from Canadian Made Flannel to Rose Quarts Eyes Masks. Most of these gift ideas are also handmade in Canada, and all of them are available online and, in many cases, for local pickup.

Here are 10 awesome gifts to consider that allow you to support small business this holiday season.

My family and I have always been big supporters of buying local, With this post, I’m here (along with Samantha) to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of my picks are independently selected and curated by us personally. If you buy something I link to here on my site, I will NOT earn a commission, but I’d love to hear from you if you something.

Illbury + Goose x Red Victorian Flannel

This is one of my fav items from the folks at Illbury + Goose. This flannel is well made and timeless… You can layer it with a jean jacket, under/over a hoodie or simply wear it on its own. I’d be pumped to get this under the tree (hint, hint!).

Illbury + Goose x Red Victorian Flannel

$152

10Eighteen x Wicked Espresso

This espresso is lively and smooth, with caramel aromas and the flavour of toasted hazelnuts. This very special coffee lingers on long after the last sip and I’ll say it’s the best in the city.

As an espresso, latte, americano, in a cup or any other way you brew it…you will want more. This is the perfect gift or stocking stuffer.

10Eighteen x Wicked Espresso

$19.25

Kosuma Bar x Monthly Subscription

Make it uber local with these carefully handcrafted bars, using only natural ingredients, shipped to your front door every month. They are gluten free, vegan and naturally sweetened. Each bar contains 9-11 grams of protein and 4-6 grams of fibre. They are chewy, moist and delicious. A great gift that keeps on giving.

Kosuma Bar x Monthly Subscription

$39.99

Purdy Naturals + Wild Folk Clothing x Kind Hearted Mama

This 70% Bamboo / 30% Organic Cotton Tee is part of an incredible lineup of small batch clothing made and hand drawn right here in London Ontario. For the socially conscious, outdoorsy Folk on your list!

Purdy Naturals + Wild Folk Clothing x Kind Hearted Mama

$40

Andfit x Monthly Membership

Give the gift of fitness - anywhere and anytime. The Andfit boutique fitness monthly membership is great for any women you need to buy for. Andfit is for women at all stages and ages of life. From beginner to more advanced. A subscription gives her monthly unlimited access to all ANDFIT ONLINE videos and nutrition plans.

Andfit x Monthly Membership

$12.99

Woodland Beauty x Rose Quarts Eye Mask

Alight, full disclosure here, I don’t know much about this... All I know is that my wife raves about it. Apparently you place this mask on top of your face to help reduce puffiness, soothe post-treatment redness, and get yourself glowing. I’ve been told it relaxes you into an almost meditative state - it’s calming and luxurious. What more could that special lady in your life ask for.

Woodland Beauty x Rose Quarts Eye mask

$96

David E White x Naked & Famous Weird Guy Left Hand Twill

Get that guy in your life some raw denim. “What the F is raw denim?”, you may ask, as I did a few years back. If you look it up, you’ll find any number of sites with pictures people have taken of their jeans showing off their “sick fades”. You’ll read about cold-soaking, sea-washes, honeycombs, and whiskers. And, you’ll also be told not to wash your jeans, for like six months at least. wtf right? So ya, if your looking at getting someone some raw denim, these Naked & Famous Weird Guy Left Hand Twill are from a Canadian company and David E White has got them at a terrific price.

$185

Saffron Road x Smash + Tess Sunday Romper

A short-sleeved romper to spend your Sunday Funday in. What better way to celebrate than being comfortably chic? This romper needs no zipper, no buttons… nor introduction. It’s spacious, stylish, and fits in all the right places (apparently). Looking to buy your girl a new staple item? Look no further. She can wear it to bed, out the door, and to the grocery store – this romper isn’t made for your eyes only!

Saffron Road x Smash + Tess Sunday Romper

$120

Shopgirl With Love x Lick Croix Barkin Berry

The LickCroix Barkling water toy is sure to be a hit with your pampered pooch. Enjoy a refreshing LickCroix with your pup.

Shopgirl With Love x Lick Croix Barkin Berry

$25

Lu + t Co. x Reality Beanie

Give the gift of keeping someone’s head and ears warm this winter with Lu + t Co.'s Reality Beanie. The REALITY beanie, with a pom pom on top, offers tons of warmth + comfort and is a great addition to cold-weather looks.

$29

Buying locally strengthens communities. Local purchases keep the wealth in our neighborhoods, increasing the prosperity for the people around us instead of going to a far-away corporation.