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Need a winter warm-up? Their super simple and hearty soup mixes, spice blends and more can stuff your stockings... but their veg-friendly takeout make for a great meal too! 

Don't forget your furry family members! Barks N' Rec is not only an award-winning doggy daycare, it's a store, a training ground, a groomer, and more to keep those tails wagging! 

You can shop in studio or online, and even grab a "party to go" pack for a fun and festive holiday event in your own home. Tons of things to choose from, and loads of crafty inspiration!

Get some good gains this holiday season! A safe and beautiful facility, amazing online and outdoor classes, and a fantastic team... and gift certificates could make for a great start to 2021!

Even in lock-downs, you can rent games and pickup drinks/snacks, have them host a virtual game night for your crew, or buy the best games and gift packs out there for under the tree!

Unique and easy-to-use spice blends to kick-up your kitchen game. Buy individually or join their monthly membership program - and be inspired by their recipes and culinary creations! 

For the 19+ on your list! Long-time parade supporters... Some seasonal bevvies, swag (and even delivery) for your tree or table. But also a Kans4Kids recycling program and virtual events. 

Specializing in home-style sweet and savoury baked goods, they also have amazing fresh and frozen oven-ready creations to make your meals easier - and tastier - than ever. 

Recover from a rough year with reiki sessions, or some amazing natural soaps, scrubs, creams, oils, bath products, candles, and beautiful gift packs for giving some self care to another. 

Colour, black & white, and metallic prints to spruce up your space, but plants and planters (and pastries!) too. New to the neighbourhood - they're bringing some beauty.

A neighbourhood staple - this British style institution not only has you covered for take-out, but also offer all kinds of British product imports, frozen meals, pies and more!

For the crafty types! A destination for yarn lovers all over the city, this local space will equip you with everything you need to knit your way to warm through the winter.

Okay, so you probably don't want pizza under the tree, but Double D means double delicious deep dish gift cards for the pizza lovers!

Ready-made products to order, but custom as well. Warm up this winter with beautiful knit creations from a local artist.

Get some hand-made macrame to spruce up a stocking or add to your festive decor from another local Lakeshore craftsperson.

Our best friends need some stocking stuffer love, too! Check out a beautiful Lakeshore shop for tons of beautiful, fun, and edible ideas. 

The perfect place to find something for the hot beverage lover in your life. Coffees, teas, and everything you need to hold them.

Why not spend that time at home with some great tunes, old school stylez? Vinyl, DVDs, CDs and more from this institution.

After years on Lakeshore, these heroes of carbohydrates will fill your plate with homemade food (and love). 

Just like the parade, they've been around for over 30 years! New and classic clocks (even cuckoo!), watches, and repairs for them all. 

Even at home, it's always nice to look your best. Consider a gift card, from a local legend and Lakeshore small business advocate.

Offering 20% grass cutting for Lakeshore residents, their services don't stop there - clean-ups, snow/ice management and more!