The holiday season is a time for giving and gratitude, but that doesn't mean we should be accumulating more stuff that we don't need. If you are buying for the person who has everything, we've put together a 'non-stuff' gift guide that will allow you to indulge in the spirit of giving, without the clutter.
1. Meal prep delivery services
Who wouldn't appreciate receiving fuss-free recipes, fresh ingredients, or fully prepared meals delivered straight to their door?
Here are a few local meal service companies that are creating buzz in Calgary:
Better Prep | www.betterprep.net: Calgary's only holistic meal prep delivery service
Made Foods | www.madefoods.com: good for you convenient food that tastes great, led by Chef Kai Salimaki
Dashing Dishes | www.dashingdishes.com: ready-to-cook meals that are delicious, nutritious, interesting, convenient and affordable
Lean on Meals | www.leanonmeals.ca: keeping you on track with your healthy lifestyle goals, despite the constraints of a busy schedule
2. Event tickets
There are so many amazing Calgary events you can enjoy with your friends and family! Give tickets to concert, have a laugh at a comedy night, enjoy world-class theatre, an evening at the Alberta Ballet, snag early-bird seats at the Calgary Stampede Rodeo, or cheer on the Calgary Flames!
3. Annual passes
Does your loved one have a favourite Calgary attraction? Consider giving the gift that keeps on giving with an annual pass to the Calgary Zoo, Telus Spark, Heritage Park, Calaway Park, a yoga or fitness studio, or lift tickets for Lake Lousie Ski Resort or Banff Sunshine.
4. Services that simplify
Outsourcing household tasks makes life more simple, comfortable, and stress-free, and these simplifying services make great gifts. Think cleaning services, grocery delivery, a personal shopper, school transportation, lawn maintenance, dry cleaning and laundry, or outsourcing repairs and household projects.
5. Classes or lessons
Coming into the new year, most people are more motivated to pour into their passions, learn a new language or instrument, or start a new hobby. Skillshare offers thousands of classes that fuel creativity and career development. For local classes and workshops, visit Eventbrites recent listings.
6. Experiences
Plan a family trip to Banff, enjoy a day of hydrotherapy and relaxation at the Kananaskis Nordic Spa, have dinner at the Calgary Tower, recline in the most comfortable seats and snack on popcorn at the movie theatre, or book a cooking class at the Cookbook Co.
7. Charitable donations
Adopt-a-Family this holiday season! If your friend or family member is passionate about a cause, make a difference in your community by making a generous donation in their name, or inspire giving in others with a Charity Gift Card from Canada Helps.
We hope our clutter-free gift guide inspires you this holiday season! Did we miss anything? What was the best ‘non-stuff’ gift you’ve ever received? Let us know in the comments below!
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