Go cross-country
Check out and shop our Big Thank You Box gift products from small businesses across the country at cfib.ca/gift.
Find a new favourite
Check out eBay Canada’s gift guide at ebay.ca/giftguide for recommendations on small business gifts and where to buy them
Respect your sweet tooth
Watching lots of holiday baking shows and getting a craving? Pick up some delightful holiday goods from a local bakery.
Visit Santa’s workshop
Find a local toy store – but make sure the kids don’t see it! Visit Buylocal.ly to find local businesses that offer delivery or pickup.
Trim the tree
Want to get into the spirit? Find a new ornament for your tree this year from a small local biz!
Make it sparkle
Looking for something extra-nice for that special someone? Find a local jeweler like Diamond Gallery, Diamond Design or Diamonds for Less.
Pop it in the mail
Can’t visit your distant relatives this year? Visit Shiptime.com to get the best deals on shipping.
Write to “Santa”
Hoping for something special? Drop a hint on social media by tagging the business and someone who’s shopping for you!
Get cozy
‘Tis the season to go for a stroll, admire the decorations, and warm up with a hot cocoa from a small biz along the way!
Put a bow on it
Pick up your wrapping paper from your neighborhood store and get ready to ship this weekend to make sure your gifts are received on time!
Box it up
If you can’t give a gift in-person, try a Canadian-based subscription box like Little Life Box and Naked Snacks.
Shop local business on Kijiji
Browse kijiji.ca/kijiji-village for small businesses offering curbside pick up and local delivery!
Stuff the stocking
Need to top up your stocking stuffers? Run out to your local business just around the corner and pick one up!
Pass the parcel
Buy a $10 gift card for a friend from a small business and encourage them to do the same.
Plan your weekend
Happy Friday! Maybe it’s time to plan the small business you’re going to shop at on Saturday and Sunday.
Highlight your favourite spots
Exhausted from all your holiday shopping, but still want to help? Post a photo of your favourite business and tag it with #MySmallBizReco
Cause a snaccident
Get cozy and watch a movie - but first, curbside pickup from your favorite local restaurant!
Spread the joy
Download the snapd HUB to check out neighbourhood businesses supporting charities.
Show your support
Supporting a small businesses doesn’t mean you need to buy anything. Spend a minute to write 3 reviews of your favourite small businesses today!
Treat yourself!
It is Wednesday already? Find a local restaurant near you for #takeoutday
Don’t panic!
It’s not too late! Get quality ingredients for your holiday celebrations from local grocers.
Unveil your presents
Share the best small business gifts you got (or gave!) with the hashtag
#SmallBusinessEveryDay.
Warm up with the family
Create a new holiday tradition – going for a walk with some coffee or hot chocolate from your local café.
Take a second to say thanks
Thank the next business you walk into for staying open and making your last-minute shopping that much better!
Whip up something good
In the mood to bake? Get your eggs, flour, sugar and chocolate (of course) from a local business.
Sweat it out
Still reeling from the holiday feasts? Check in on your local gym to join an online class.
Get the bubbles ready
To ring in the New Year, stock up with goods from a local brewery, cidery, distillery, vineyard…
Send a little gift
Help businesses struggling with COVID-19 – make a donation through Distantly.ca.
Lend a helping hand
Let a business owner know about CFIB’s free trial at cfib.ca/intro – a great way to thank them for all they’ve done!
Shop small on the big day
It’s Boxing Day! Small businesses offer great sales today, too!
Make a resolution
How will you support small businesses and help them survive and thrive in 2021? It’s up to you!