43 best last-minute Christmas gift ideas for absolutely everyone on your list
Here are 43 fun and thoughtful gift ideas for your mom, dad, wife, husband, best friend and everyone else on your list.
Christmas is less than two weeks away, and if you have yet to finish (or start) your holiday shopping, time is still on your side. While ordering deadlines have passed for some retailers, many others, including Lululemon, Indigo, Canada Goose and Amazon, have priority shipping options available for last-minute shoppers. That means if you're searching for that perfect Christmas gift for your dad, sister, boyfriend, grandma or whomever else, you still have time to do so. To help you cross those final names off your gift-giving list, we've rounded up 43 fantastic last-minute Christmas gift ideas. No your budget or gift recipient, we've included something for everyone. One thing to note: many of the below shipping deadlines are coming up for a Dec. 24 arrival. Therefore, we wouldn't wait any longer if you plan for something to be under the tree on the 25th. To shop the best last-minute Christmas gifts in Canada in 2023, check out our picks below.
Dr. Jart+ 10 Face Mask Must-Haves Gift Set
AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit
Love & Lore Piped Pajama Pant Set
Puffer Mitts
Bold Pearl Trio Hoop Earrings
Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike
Everywhere Belt Bag 1L
Rambler 591mL Tumbler
Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System
PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Console
Olive Branch Oil Cruet
MasterClass Subscription
Cloud Cotton Robe
Shiatsu Neck and Shoulder Massager
Ohuhu Upgraded Garden Kneeler and Seat
Trekology Collapsible Hiking Poles
An Anthology of Aquatic Life
LEGO Star Wars Imperial TIE Fighter
Sophie The Giraffe Teether
Morgan Coupe Glasses
Burt's Bees Essential Kit
Interactive Treat Puzzle Dog Toy
LitterLocker Cat Litter Disposal System
Final Touch Twister Glass Aerator & Decanter Set
Mosfiata 8" Super Sharp Professional Chef's Knife
Philips Wake-Up Light Coloured Sunrise Simulation
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
Cuccio Naturale Milk and Honey Cuticle Revitalizing Oil
Dimmable Candle Warmer Lamp
ThermoPro Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer
Craving Vegan: 101 Recipes to Satisfy Your Appetite the Plant-Based Way
Tile Mate
Apple AirTag
WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner
Apple AirPods Max
Foot Peel Mask
Triple Quench Body Butter Set
Nespresso Winter Wonders Cocktail Vertuo Set
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Perilogics Universal Airplane In-Flight Phone Mount
Ticket to Ride
Nathalie Lete Heritage Mug
Selfie Light
Canadian Christmas shipping deadlines
Amazon: Most products will arrive before Dec. 24. Look for the "Arrives before Christmas" sign.
Anthropologie: Order by Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. EST.
Canada Goose: Order by Dec. 20 before 1 p.m. with priority shipping.
Indigo: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
Lululemon: Order by Dec. 20 before 11:59 p.m. PST (2:59 a.m. EST on Dec. 21).
Mejuri: Order by Dec. 20.
Parachute: Order by Dec. 20.
Sephora: Deadlines differ by province. Click here for more details.
Yeti: Order by Dec. 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT (1 p.m. EST).
Best gift for mom: Dr. Jart+ 10 Face Mask Must-Haves Gift Set
This value set of 10 Korean skincare masks targets 10 different skin concerns, including pores, excess oil, dryness and more. They're "pricey but worth it," writes one reviewer.
Sephora Christmas shipping deadline: Deadlines differ by province. Click here for more details.
This limited-edition mask set is valued at $135.
Best gift for dad: AncestryDNA + Traits Genetic Test Kit
Take it from someone who has given their dad an AncestryDNA kit for Christmas — it's a winner. This "Amazon's Choice" genetic test kit gives insight into your family's origins and ethnicities from over 2,600 global regions. Plus, the Traits add-on lets you discover 35+ of your most interesting traits.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This "Amazon's Choice" gift lets you discover 35+ of your most interesting traits and more.
Best gift for your wife: Love & Lore Piped Pajama Pant Set
I truly believe that you can't go wrong with a gift of cute and cozy PJs. This pajama set is tailored from an eco-friendly fabric that's moisture-regulating and silky soft.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
Shop this Love & Lore Piped Pajama Pant Set in 10 colours.
Best gift for your husband: Canada Goose Puffer Mitts
Don't let freezing temperatures get the better of you this winter. These high-performance mittens from Canada Goose combine the superior protection of down-filled warmth with a fleece-lined interior for even heat distribution.
Canada Goose shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 before 1 p.m. with priority shipping.
These Puffer Mitts are available in sizes XS to L.
Best gift for your girlfriend: Mejuri Bold Pearl Trio Hoop Earrings
Ariana Grande is a big fan of these Mejuri hoops, but she's not the only one. With a 4.8-star rating, Mejuri reviewers call the pearl and gold vermeil earrings "elegant" and "great quality."
Mejuri Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20.
These pearl and gold vermeil earrings are "beautiful" and "elegant," according to Mejuri reviewers.
Best gift for your boyfriend: Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike
If you can't trust Heather for a good book recommendation, who can you? A Heather's Pick and reviewer-favourite, this memoir gives a behind-the-scenes look at Nike and the decisions made by Phil Knight, Nike's founder and board chairman.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
We always trust a Heather's Pick.
Best gift for your sister: Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag
Backed by more than 20,000 reviews on Lululemon, this viral belt bag is guaranteed to be a welcome gift this holiday season. The water-repellent bag has just enough room for your phone, keys and wallet, making it a great option for airports and running errands.
Lululemon Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 before 11:59 p.m. PST (2:59 a.m. EST on Dec. 21).
Shop Lululemon's Everywhere Belt Bag 1L in 10 colours.
Best gift for your brother: Yeti 20z Rambler
This best-selling insulated travel mug comes backed by a whopping 50,000 reviews on Yeti and 26,000 reviews on Amazon. Its double-walled vacuum insulation keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold and is dishwasher-safe for easy clean-up.
Yeti Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 18 at 12:00 p.m. CT (1 p.m. EST).
Shop Yeti's Rambler 591mL Tumbler in 10 colours.
Best gift for teenage girls: Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System
Beloved by Yahoo Canada editors, the Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System is likely at the top of any beauty lover's Christmas wish list. Thanks to its internet virality (470 million views on TikTok and counting), the Shark has been notoriously difficult to get your hands on. A worthy adversary to Dyson's iconic Airwrap, the Shark FlexStyle is half the price of the Dyson while offering equal styling value.
Sephora Christmas shipping deadline: Deadlines differ by province. Click here for more details.
The Shark FlexStyle is a do-it-all tool for blowouts, curling and more.
Best gift for teenage boys: PlayStation 5 Digital Edition Console
Since first launching back in November 2020, getting your hands on a PlayStation 5 has been a challenge for many video game enthusiasts. Luckily, it's going to be a lot easier getting your hands on the highly-coveted gaming consoles this Christmas — at least according to Sony, the maker of the PlayStation.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The PlayStation 5 Console gives you clear, vivid, and buttery smooth visuals in 4K and 8K resolutions with 3D audio and haptic feedback.
Best gift for your mother-in-law: Le Creuset Olive Branch Oil Cruet
Even the pickiest mothers-in-law is sure to appreciate this gorgeous olive oil cruet from Le Creuset. The 0.6-litre vessel comes in six colours and can house oils, vinegars and more.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
Shop the Olive Branch Oil Cruet in six colours.
Best gift for your father-in-law: MasterClass
Whether they're into cooking, music, business, tech or art, MasterClass covers every topic under the sun. Individual courses are taught by some of the most famous faces on the planet, including Neil deGrasse Tyson, Stephen Curry, Serena Williams, Chris Hadfield and many more.
MasterClass Christmas shipping deadline: As this is an online gift, shoppers have complete flexibility on when they choose to buy.
The perfect gift for the life-long learner.
Best gift for your sister-in-law: Parachute Cloud Cotton Robe
The bathrobe to end all bathrobes. Parachute's Cloud Cotton Robe features fluffy four-ply gauze, a snug waist tie and two hidden side pockets. The reviewer-loved robe is made from premium 100 per cent long-staple Turkish cotton and comes in seven colours.
Parachute Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20.
Shop Parachute's Cloud Cotton Robe in seven colours.
Best gift for your brother-in-law: Shiatsu Neck and Shoulder Massager
Kiss aches and pains goodbye in 2024 with help from this "Amazon's Choice" heated neck and shoulder massager. The massager is a great gift idea for athletes or anyone who spends the day on their feet.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This best-selling massager has over 4,200 reviews.
Best gift for your grandma: Garden Kneeler Seat
To help reduce strain, this versatile gardening seat can double as a kneeler by flipping it upside down, with a detachable pouch to hold your trowel, gloves and more. The seat and kneeling pad are made from EVA foam, helping reduce the pressure on your lower back and knees.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This garden kneeler makes getting up and down easy and pain-free.
Best gift for your grandpa: Trekology Collapsible Hiking Poles
These foldable and collapsible hiking poles are a great gift idea for hikers or avid outdoorsmen. The lightweight walking sticks can help prevent knee injuries and support your weight on uneven terrains.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
These lightweight hiking poles have over 13,500 reviews.
Best gift for little girls: An Anthology of Aquatic Life
A great gift idea for curious minds, Sam Hume's An Anthology of Aquatic Life is a stunning ocean encyclopedia for young readers to explore.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
Shop this book today to get it before Christmas.
Best gift for little boys: LEGO Star Wars Imperial TIE Fighter
A fantastic gift idea for Star Wars-obsessed little ones, this 432-piece LEGO play set builds the Imperial TIE Fighter. Backed by nearly 10,000 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, reviewers call it an "amazing" gift.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This LEGO building set arrives before Christmas.
Best gift for teething tots: Sophie The Giraffe Teether
A tired, teething baby is heartbreaking on all fronts. Provide at least a little bit of relief to your teething little one with this Sophie The Giraffe teether. It’s made of 100 per cent natural rubber and food paint and has nearly 15,000 reviews on Amazon.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This Sophie The Giraffe Teether is ideal for little ones ages 0-12 months.
Best gift for your best friend: Morgan Coupe Glasses
Drinks just taste better in pretty glasses, it's a fact of life. These stunning couple glasses are available in nine colours and come in a set of four.
Anthropologie Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. EST.
Shop these Morgan Coupe Glasses in nine colours.
Best gift for teachers: Burt's Bees Essential Kit
Understatement of the century: teachers work hard. Say thank you this holiday season and treat the educators in your life to this five-piece Burt's Bees set.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This "Amazon's Choice" gift set has over 36,000 ratings.
Best gift for dog parents: Treat Puzzle Dog Toy
A bored puppy is a naughty puppy, and a naughty puppy is a destroyer of all that is fragile and expensive. Dog puzzles are great for mental stimulation and beating puppy boredom. Challenge their brain and save your stuff while you're at it with this top-rated dog puzzles.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This "Amazon's Choice" dog puzzle has nearly 30,000 ratings on Amazon.
Best gift for cat parents: LitterLocker
I, admittedly, do not have a cat (allergies); however, according to one cat-obsessed friend, this LitterLocker is "so worth it." This litter disposal system makes litter box cleaning easier and eliminates daily trips to the outside bin. Runner-up cat gift idea: an automatic cat water fountain. "Cats don’t drink enough water and this helps them drink more," according to my friend.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The LitterLocker Cat Litter Disposal System has over 3,000 reviews on Amazon.
Best gift for your neighbour: Twister Glass Aerator & Decanter Set
Make every bottle of wine that much nicer with this stunning wine aerator and decanter set. Its unique three-phase aeration and oxygenation system provides twice as much scent and flavour as a traditional decanter set or bottle.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
This stunning wine aerator and decanter set instantly oxygenates your wine.
Best gift for the at-home chef: Chef’s knife
I, for one, am not a chef (or anything even close to resembling one). However, my partner is and if there’s one thing he always brings over to my apartment: it’s his own chef’s knife. Practical and thoughtful, it might even inspire a gourmet meal or two for you to enjoy.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This "Amazon's Choice" knife has over 11,000 reviews.
For the person who hates waking up: Philips Sunrise Alarm Clock
Waking up at the crack of dawn is never easy, especially when you live in Canada and the sun doesn’t come up until you’re on your way to work. This sunrise simulator helps you wake up naturally using a combination of light therapy and sound. When it’s time to go to sleep, the alarm clock also features a nighttime sunset option, gently sending you off to dreamland.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The Philips Wake-Up Light Coloured Sunrise Simulation has over 13,000 reviews on Amazon.
Best gift for 20-somethings: Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
If there’s one age group that feels like they lost out during the pandemic, it’s high school graduates and college-aged kids. While you can’t bring back the memories, you can help them document new ones. Make sure to add a few film packs to the gift so they can document on Christmas Day!
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
Shop the Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera in five colours.
Best beauty stocking stuffer: Cuccio Milk and Honey Cuticle Revitalizing Oil
Dry, cracked hands — meet cuticle oil. This milk and honey cuticle oil is formulated with a rich blend of oils to moisturize, protect and nourish dry, brittle, cracked cuticles, nails and skin. Oh yeah, one more thing: it has more than 99,000 ratings on Amazon.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This viral revitalizing oil moisturizes and strengthens nails and cuticles.
Best gift for new homeowners: Candle Warmer Lamp
While a candle is a great gift idea, it’s not the most foolproof — especially if you don’t know the recipient's scent preferences. A workaround is this Candle Warmer Lamp. The decorative lamp allows users to melt their candles at their preferred speed while still enjoying the scent.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This candle warming lamp has a timer and dimmer function.
Best gift for the carnivore: Digital Meat Thermometer
If meat is their main food group, it’s probably for the best that it’s cooked through. Avoid any food poisoning mishaps and enjoy tender, perfectly-cooked beef, pork, chicken and more with this top-rated meat thermometer.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The ThermoPro Digital Instant Read Meat Thermometer has 120,000+ reviews on Amazon.
Best gift for vegans: Craving Vegan
To all of the vegans out there: thank you for saving our planet. Give the veggie in your life a little food inspiration this holiday season with the "Craving Vegan: 101 Recipes to Satisfy Your Appetite the Plant-Based Way" cookbook.
Indigo Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 with rush shipping. Click here for more details.
This cookbook is "filled with scrumptious vegan dishes!" writes one shopper.
Best gift for the scatterbrain: Tile Mate
Never lose your keys, wallet, or luggage again with the reviewer-loved Tile Mate. Attach the Tile Mate to everyday objects like your keys, backpack or bag and keep track of where they end up, whether in Bluetooth range or far away.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
Never lose your stuff again (or at least, find it easier) with the Tile Mate.
Best gift for the scatterbrain who prefers Apple devices: Apple AirTag
Same, same but different: The Apple AirTag helps keep track of important items and find lost objects. Whether you stick the AirTag to your remote, keep it inside your luggage or attach it to your four-legged friend's collar, Amazon shoppers say the AirTag has "saved" them when they needed it the most.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
Make lost luggage a thing of the past with Apple's fan-favourite AirTag.
Best gift for germaphobes: WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner
It’s often said that the average cellphone is dirtier than a toilet seat (ew). Therefore, a screen cleaner may help bring peace of mind. This "Amazon's Choice" cleaner is specifically designed to clean and polish any cell phone screen and electronic device.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The WHOOSH! Screen Cleaner has nearly 15,000 reviews on Amazon.
Best gift for the audiophile: Apple AirPods Max
Now, I don't know about you, but I sure would not mind finding these Apple headphones under the tree. Apple's top-rated over-ear headphones provide active noise cancellation, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and transparency mode for interacting with the world around you.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
These Apple AirPods Max have over 10,000 five-star reviews.
Best Secret Santa & White Elephant gift: Foot Peel Mask
Say bye-bye to dry, cracked heels with these "Amazon's Choice foot peeling masks. The masks remove dry dead skin to reveal baby-soft feet. They're the "best I've used," writes one shopper.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This 2-pack of foot peel masks have nearly 41,000 reviews.
Best gift for nurses: Beautycounter Triple Quench Body Butter Set
Nurses and health care workers are used to washing their hands several times a shift, if not an hour. These clean beauty body butters are formulated with a rich and deeply hydrating blend of shea butter, mango butter, and peptide-rich acacia seed extract for long-lasting hydration.
Beautycounter Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. EST. with expedited shipping.
This three-piece body butter set is valued at $113.
Best gift for coffee lovers: Nespresso Winter Wonders Cocktail Vertuo Set
Perfect your espresso martini at home with this curated gift set. The set includes two limited-edition cocktail glasses, a barista shaker, an ice cube tray and 3 x 20 Nespresso pods.
Nespresso Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 18 at 4 p.m. EST.
The perfect gift for coffee and cocktail lovers.
Best gift for campers: LifeStraw
If your gift recipient is the type who likes to get lost in the woods to "find" themselves, we suggest giving them this $24 LifeStraw for Christmas. The personal water filter eliminates 99.99 per cent of waterborne bacteria and waterborne parasites.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
The LifeStraw has earned 86,000 reviews on Amazon.
Best travel gift: Perilogics Universal In-Flight Phone Mount
Asking for a friend: Where did all the TVs in airplanes go? This adjustable clamp attaches directly to your tray table so you can enjoy downloaded movies or your flight’s entertainment system without having to hold your phone.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This multi-purpose phone mount has 13,000 reviews on Amazon.
Best family board game: Ticket to Ride
My family and I love a good board game night, and I would bet we aren’t the only ones. This “Amazon’s Choice” board game has over 24,000 reviews and a 4.8-star rating. "Honestly, this game is fantastic," writes one shopper. "It's expensive, but worth it."
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.
This board game is easy to learn and offers hours of play.
Best gift for your boss: Nathalie Lete Heritage Mug
If you have the kind of boss who you would want to buy a gift for, you’re already winning. Win the "best employee" award and sweeten your odds for a year-end raise with this cute mug.
Anthropologie Christmas shipping deadline: Order by Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. EST.
Shop the Nathalie Lete Heritage Mug in four designs.
Best gift for content creators: Portable Selfie Light
This lightweight portable selfie light can be attached to your phone, laptop or wherever else you need good lighting. Amazon shoppers say it "definitely enhances your picture quality" and give it 4.6 stars.
Amazon Christmas shipping deadline: Arrives before Christmas.