Supporting Your Holiday Shopping with 15 Gifts from Canadian BIPOC-Owned Businesses, Crossing Off Names on Your Gift List
In the spirit of the upcoming holiday season, we're highlighting a selection of thoughtful and meaningful gifts from Canadian BIPOC-owned businesses. These businesses not only offer high-quality, unique items but also emphasize inclusivity, ethical sourcing, and sustainability.
Paris Jewellers, a Vietnamese-Canadian and woman-owned family jewellery business based in Edmonton, Alberta, offers ethically handmade, stunning pieces that make perfect holiday presents. For those seeking customizable gifts, FML Creations, a BIPOC and disabled-owned Canadian business, specializes in joyful items suitable for all ages.
For apparel enthusiasts, UrbanandModern, a BIPOC-owned business run by a Lao-Canadian refugee, offers running sweatshirts, varsity, and collegiate shirts, ideal for sporty and casual gifting.
SariKNOTsari, a company that repurposes and transforms old and vintage saris into uniquely stunning new pieces, is another great option for those looking for something truly one-of-a-kind.
For self-care enthusiasts, adewunmi Skincare uses a skincare algorithm to provide personalized, non-toxic, and natural skincare solutions. Sajin, a company that provides high-quality, premium Green Tea from growing regions all over Japan, is a perfect choice for tea lovers.
Jack 59, an Indigenous, woman-owned company, produces natural hair care products that are sustainably made, ethically sourced, earth-friendly, plastic free, and vegan. Caramunchies, a 100% Asian and woman-owned snack shop, offers handcrafted caramel treats paired with crispy cornflakes, making for a delightful sweet treat.
Faith and Sparkle's World is an empowerment company specializing in diverse children's books inspired by child author Faith Abraham and her adventures with her sidekick dog, Sparkle. Omi Woods jewelry pays tribute to founder Ashley Alexis McFarlane's Afro-Indigenous Caribbean heritage and is ethically handmade with fairly sourced African gold and responsibly sourced fine metals and gemstones.
For those interested in curated giveaways, The Power of 10 Giveaway features self-care products like haircare, skincare, snacks, and candles made by various beloved BIPOC Canadian brands, highlighting thoughtful and practical gifts. Siempre Eco, founded by Rabia Dhanani, offers artisanal and individually-curated products, including ethically sourced cleaning products and restorative bath salts, that support other small businesses.
Though not explicitly Canadian, ethical jewelry brands like Bario Neal provide fair-trade, gender-neutral, and size-inclusive pieces using reclaimed metals and ethically sourced stones — such jewelry is valued for both its ethics and craftsmanship.
Kokom Scrunchies, handmade by Mya Beaudry, a 10-year-old from Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation, make perfect stocking stuffers. ai Toronto Seoul creates affordable, vegan, and recycled luxury fashion, with a shop located in Seoul, South Korea. frëkl is a Black, woman-owned swimwear and lifestyle brand that encourages women to feel comfortable in their own skin. Lastly, Queenfidence Cosmetics is a purpose-driven, all-inclusive, vegan, and cruelty-free beauty brand founded by Congolese born Francine Bahati.
By supporting these Canadian BIPOC-owned businesses, you're not only giving thoughtful and unique gifts but also helping to uplift and empower BIPOC creators. Happy holiday shopping!
This article was written by Ivana Peloza, a BuzzFeed Staff member.
- For those who appreciate a stylish home, SariKNOTsari offers repurposed sari products that are unique and one-of-a-kind, adding a touch of fashion-and-beauty to home-and-garden decor.
- For the food and drink enthusiast, Sajin offers high-quality Green Tea, making it a perfect choice for both the tea lovers and those interested in shopping ethically sourced, sustainable products.
