This Holiday Season Create Memories, Not Waste!
Give shared experiences and gifts that are made to last
Don’t know what to give, check out some ideas below.
Spend Time with Them
This holiday season instead of buying more ‘stuff’, spend some quality time with your family and friends. Take them to a play, skating, for a spa or golf day with you. Simple moments with them often become priceless memories.
Plan a Trip
The County of Simcoe has a lot to offer, plan a trip to visit your relatives or friends! You can find great deals abroad and locally.
Enjoy our Trails
The County of Simcoe has top hiking spots/trails for you to create memories with your friends and family.
Date Night
Hire a sitter, call your parents, make plans and go on a date night with your partner!
Take Up a Hobby Together
Spend quality time with the person on your list while encouraging creativity or healthy physical activity.
Sponsor a Child
Looking to give back this holiday season? Help bring memories and joy to a family in need. Many charitable organizations can assist with coordinating your sponsorship.
Adopt a Pet
A lot of animals are in need, this holiday season you could adopt a pet and create long lasting memories!
Donate your Time to Charity
One of the greatest gifts you can give is your time – create memories. Support your favorite charity!
Treasure Hunt
This holiday season make your own treasure hunt or go geocaching.
Sports Event
You don’t have to go to a Jays, Raptors, or Maple Leafs game. Support your local league and make it a great family activity that lasts.
Teach a Skill
Teach them a skill, they will always remember that.
A Day Off
Parents are extremely busy individuals, try giving them “A Day Off”.
Personalized Items
These items are always a hit and personalizing them adds sentimental value to the piece.
Kids Lessons
Instead of buying them things, pay for lessons, the kid(s) and parents will thank you.
Puppy Training Lessons
Send your furry friends to puppy training school. Obedience school is important to help you enjoy your pet.
Learn a New Language
Languages are important, learn a new one. Your family and friends will enjoy the lessons. Then travel to different countries and create long lasting memories!
Time to Give Back
He taught you a few things, now it is time to give back. Teach your parents new technology, I’m sure they will find social media fascinating!
Host a Movie Night
Host a movie night for your family and/or friends Pick a family movie, delicious snacks, sit back and enjoy in the comfort of your home!
Create a Memory Book
Create a memory book filled with pictures of memorable experiences!
Handcrafted Items
These items are unique and durable, take advantage of your skills and make some beautiful pieces, furniture, etc. that will last a lifetime.
Family Portrait
We all change with time, preserve the memories with a nice shot of the family. These gifts can be passed down generations to become family heirlooms.
Create Homemade Jewelry
Homemade jewelry could be a big hit with many people on your list.
Create a Family Tree
Create a family tree and learn about the different members of the family. This can then be passed generation to generation!
DIY Knitted Gifts
Friends and family will always remember that scarf you knitted for them.
Edible Gifts
Edible gifts are a great option, make some holiday nut mix or ginger cookies this season and don’t forget to use waste free wrapping options.
Driving Lessons
Teach your kids how to drive, they will never forget that moment.
Antiques
Antique jewelry, furniture, dishware or linens are all excellent gift options.
Heirlooms
Pass on a family heirloom, or something you cherish from your childhood.
Sports Equipment
Sports equipment makes a great second-hand gift!
Tin Cans
Tin cans from soup can be spray painted and decorated.
Clay Pot Wrap
Clay pots can be used to wrap your special flower mix for the spring!
Glass Container or Mason Jars
Mason jars and glass containers can be used to put your special cookie mix!
Paper Bag
Wrap your special gift with a brown paper bag.
Fabric Wrap
Wrap your special gift with fabric.
Cereal Box
Cereal boxes can make a very unique wrap