Shop local this holiday season with 20 amazing Manitoba-themed gifts

Posted November 18, 2020 | Author Breanne Sewards

This year, make a big impact on small businesses and spread holiday cheer by shopping local for everyone on your list.

Here are 20 Manitoba-themed goodies from local makers and vendors that celebrate the province we call home. Please remember to follow current protocol and shop online/curbside pickup only.

1. Framed Manitoba Town Maps and Hoodies

Show a little love for your hometown with a framed town map from Wooden Arrow Designs and a matching hoodie from Towns Apparel Co. There are over 100 Manitoba towns to choose from.

2. Hike Manitoba Books

This year, many Manitobans rediscovered the beauty of nature; embarking on more outdoor adventure than ever before. Written by local author and hiking enthusiast Jaime Manness, Hike Manitoba and Hike Manitoba: Winter Edition are packed with hiking trails, tips and tricks.

3. Louis Riel TShirt

Designed and printed by Métis-owned Fat Daug, this brilliant t-shirt celebrates the man known as "The Father of Manitoba".

4. 'Toba Crib Board

Every household needs a good crib board. Grab yours from Huron Woodwork and be reminded of home at all your upcoming game nights.

5. Winnipeg Prints

Pay homage to the iconic things that make Winnipeg Winnipeg with a print from Happyland Print Shop. Choose from prints that depict Manitoba socials, restaurants, neighbourhoods and more.

6. Lake Life Crewnecks

Which cottage country do you hail from? Represent your favourite lake or sleepy summer town in Manitoba with a crewneck from Cabin Street. There are hoodies for Lake Manitoba, Clear Lake, Moose Lake, Victoria Beach, Grand Beach and more.

7. Botanical Manitoba Key Chains

Buy a laser cut, resin and cedar keychain crafted by Florest Natural Designs before December 1st and receive a $5 gift card to Scout Coffee and Tea with your order! Place your order via DM.

8. Air Freshener

For the person in your life who truly has it all...a car freshener is a great stocking stuffer - especially when they're Manitoba-themed designs by Baltic Birch Wood!

9. Manitoba Lingo Tea Towel

Every region has a unique vocabulary only understood by those born and bred there - and Manitoba is no exception! Get to know Manitoba's lingo here (and 2.0 here) and buy the tea towel version from The Forks Trading Company.

10. Riding Mountain National Park East Gate Coin Pouch

Carry around memories of Riding Mountain National Park wherever you (or your giftee) goes with this cute coin purse by Winnipeg North of Fargo.

11. Icelandic Festival of Manitoba Sweater

Did you miss attending the Icelandic Festival of Manitoba (aka, Islendingadagurinn) this year? Keep the festival close to the heart (and keep your fingers crossed for next summer) with this burgundy sweater.

12. HuntFishMB Swag

Good news for the anglers and hunters in your life: Our HuntFishMB hats are back! Simply call our Visitor Information Centre at 1-800-665-0040 for prices and curbside pickup details.

13. Winnipeg Coasters

Choose local AND sustainable this holiday season with these nifty Winnipeg coasters, upcycled from old maps.

14. Cookie Cutters

The holidays are a time for baking, baking and more baking. Encourage some adorable Manitoba-shaped cookies with these cookie cutters by Scientific Sweets, available for purchase at Out of the Blue.

15. Ceinture Fléchée

Did you know that Le Musée de Saint-Boniface Museum has its own boutique? La Belle Boutique Blanche sells a variety of Indigenous jewellery and crafts, French-Canadian and Métis specialty items. In celebration of the museum's 50th anniversary, you can also pick up a beautiful ceinture fléchée, designed as part of the museum's special collection.

16. Flin Flon Travel Mug

Camp in style this summer and show some love for Manitoba's north with the Flin Flon Travel Mug.

17. Wooden Puzzle

Yep, the toddlers on your list get something Manitoba-themed too! This beautifully crafted wooden puzzle by Erlenmeyer Designs features iconic Manitoba wildlife.

18. Slurpee Ornament

Make any Christmas tree Manitoba-themed with a hand-painted Winnipeg slurpee ornament. Winnipeg has been the Slurpee Capital of the World for over 20 years.

19. Trophy Fishing in Pembina Valley Print

Did you know that the Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre in Morden, Manitoba is home to the largest publicly displayed mosasaur? This print from artist Nyco Rudolph pays homage to the region's prehistoric past.

20. Heart Tote Bag

Carry a piece of home no matter where you go (even if it's just from room to room in your house, for now) with an adorable tote bag from We Heart WPG Lifestyle Co.

About The Author

Hey! I'm Breanne, Editorial Content Specialist for Travel Manitoba. First to jump in the lake and last to make it down the River Trail. Lover of croissants, cats, and croissant-shaped cats. Got a story idea? Email me at bsewards@travelmanitoba.com.

Editorial Content Specialist