The Nice List: 10 Gifts to Give the Grandkids

Gift giving for the grandkids can sometimes be tough. Is it cool, current – and useful? We’ve rounded up some of our favourite ideas for everyone on your list, from the toddler to the tween and teen to the gen-Z 20-somethings.

The best part? The purchase of some of the gifts also means giving back, as many have a charity tie-in. And since age is just a number, you may even find something with which to treat yourself. Merry merry!

For Baby: Roots x Kombi Baby Cute Aviator

 

The Canadian company collaborated with Kombi, known for its winter gear, to create this sweet wool-blend take on the classic, soft sherpa lining and lumberjack check included. roots.com

 

For Heroes-in-the-Making: VTech Helping Heroes Fire Station

 

Wee ones have dreams, too! For budding heroes aged 1 ½ to 4, this fire station, complete with music, sounds and phrases telling what it’s like to be a firefighter, transforms into a fire truck and comes with firefighters Fiona and Frankie, as well as a rescue vehicle, helicopter and ladder. Plus, with each sale, US$1 will be donated to Save the Children. vtechkids.ca

 

For the Glam Social Media Star: Swarovski Swanflower Smartphone Case

 

All that glitters is glam with this phone case, made for the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The sparkling clear crystals are on trend, while the swirling swan-pattern design adds a graphic element. It also features bumpers to help protect the phone. swarovski.com

 

For the Luxury-Loving Softie: Cilque Face Mask

 

 

Silk has been shown to be a fabric that can help prevent “maskne.” This mask will be no doubt popular with teens with sensitive or acne-prone skin. It is made from 100 per cent mulberry silk, comes in four colours, is reusable, has an inner pocket for a filter and is also gentle on skin. Also, it’s washable and, with every online order, Cilque will donate a portion of proceeds to Children’s Aid Foundation. cilque.com

 

For the Creative Kid: VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam

 

For kids five to 10 years of age, this “cam” will bring out the storyteller and filmmaker in them. Set it for green screen or 20-plus other backgrounds for high-definition videos, selfies and more. It features editing and creativity tools and comes with a tripod for steady shooting.  vtechkids.ca

For the Aspiring Foodie: Philips Soup Maker

 

Whether just moving out or at the college dorm, the foodie in your life will appreciate this way to make comfort food easier. It’s a one-stop solution to soups and sauces from scratch – even smoothies. It blends and sets the right temperature with no need to stir or constantly monitor. Philips SoupMaker 

 

For the Home Theatre Buff: Sonos Portable Speakers

 

 

We’re spending more time at home and, for many of us, that also means more listening to our favourite musicians, streaming our favourite shows and movies – and being able to finally watch pro sports again! Theatre-quality sound, however, isn’t always what you get, even with the most modern flat-screen. Pump up the volume with one of Sonos’ new speakers: Beam, a compact sound bar that brings the stadium vibes to game day. Sonos Beam      

 

For the Groomed Guy: Philips S7000 Series Shaver

 

Especially formulated for sensitive skin, this electric shaver was co-developed with dermatologists and helps reduce irritation (hello, maskne), provides a close yet comfortable shave and connects to the GroomTribe app for a personalized grooming routine. Philips S7000 

 

For the Sports Fan: Victorinox Limited Edition Pocket Knife

 

With 10 different designs inspired by some of the world’s favourite sports as chosen by Victorinox fans, it might be hard to choose just one. The eye-catching graphics include soccer, hiking, cycling and more on both sides of the knife. The knife’s multi-tasking tools feature seven functions, from a corkscrew to scissors. swissarmy.com/ca

For the Socially Aware One: Kiehl’s Hand Cream

 

The skin-care company has partnered with the Foundation of Stars this season, which supports research on heart disease in children across Canada. With each sale of the limited-edition Ultimate Strength Hand Salve, Kiehl’s will donate $5 to the foundation to promote pediatric research. Ultimate Strength Hand Salve 

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