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Every year Groundhog Day rolls around and we’re convinced spring must be just around the corner, right?! C’mon little groundhog, tell us the good news! But more often than not, we spend another six weeks stomping boots, drying mittens and dreaming of ditching all these layers. 

Wearing an orange shirt sparks a conversation about Residential Schools, Reconciliation, and honours Residential School Survivors, their families and those who did not make it home. 

We are currently looking for a part-time sales associate for our retail store located at 228 Mavety St.  The part-time role is to work 4-15 hours per week.  We have some flexibility on the schedule but we do need someone who is available to work from 4pm until 6pm every Thursday.  The ideal candidate will have capacity to work additional shifts during the peak holiday season.

Sending a thoughtful gift as a token of appreciation for being invited to someone's cottage is a gracious way to express your gratitude and enhance the warmth of your friendship. Whether you were invited for a weekend getaway or a special occasion, sending a gift can make the host feel truly valued (and ensure you get invited back next year!).

As you gear up for another academic year, it's time to start thinking about how to keep your little ones well-fed during their busy school days. We've carefully curated a collection of lunchtime goods containing products from Canadian companies 3 Sprouts and Keep Leaf as well as US based S'well bottle.

Christmas in July is something we like to celebrate every year at Caribou. Our Christmas in July sale for 2023 is now officially on! Until the end of the month, all sale items are an additional 15% off with code CHRISTMASINJULY23. These are some major discounts, and we hope you check them out while they last!

One of our core values is to support Canadian business. If we can source a product category from Canadian business we will do so. It can be challenging to find kids items from Canadian companies and we often get asked to share what Canadian kids brands we carry.

My name is Sadie and I am back at Caribou Gifts for the summer. I couldn’t be happier to be back at Caribou for the summer. My favourite thing about returning after time away is seeing how much the store has changed and how many new products we have. 

We wanted to share a fun Canada Day Promotion from one of our very first Canadian suppliers: Lynn & Liana Designs.  Lynn & Liana is a Manitoba based business that makes one-of-a-kind beautiful serveware accented with eco-friendly epoxy in Steinbach.  We've been carrying this brand since 2020 and it's been incredible to watch their explosive growth.  

Father's Day is Sunday June 18th.  Father's Day is a good time to send gifts to the father figures in our life because it allows us to express our gratitude and appreciation for the important role fathers play in our lives. We've compiled a list of our top Father's Day gift ideas to make him feel cherished and celebrated.

Mother's Day is Sunday May 14th.  Finding the perfect gift to convey your gratitude can be a challenge, but worry not! We've got you covered with a wide range of gifts.  We've also compiled a list of our top Mother's Day gift ideas to make her feel cherished and celebrated.

Earlier this year due to popular request, we brought Squishmallows into our shop and they have quickly become one of our best selling items. Squishmallows are soft, cuddly, and adorable plush toys that bring joy and comfort to people of all ages. 

Administrative Professionals are the heart and sole of most businesses; they keep everyone and everything organized, on track and moving forward.  Make sure you show your appreciation this year!