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Here’s where to do your last-minute gift shopping in Burnaby
Picture it: it’s the day before Christmas Eve, and you’re in absolute chaos. Every time you tried to go Christmas shopping, you ended up with more gifts for yourself than for the people on your list.
But it’s not too late! Here’s a handy guide for where you can get your last-minute gift shopping done in Burnaby, to make sure everyone on your nice list gets a gift they can treasure.
Located in Metrotown, this shop hosts artisans and makers from all across Canada—so it’s the perfect place to shop for that person who loves supporting local creators. It sells everything from jewelry to West Coast-themed candles to prints of local landmarks, all made by local artisans and all with the unique flavour of our beautiful province. Find it on the top floor of Metrotown near the bus loop.
Hours: Dec. 23: 10am-9pm / Dec. 24: 10am-6pmAddress: 4700 Kingsway
The very definition of love local! This iconic Heights staple is filled with delicacies big and small—from paints, pottery, food and crafts, to decor, prints, and more! It’s open for their usual hours today and tomorrow, so head down whenever you can to browse their beautiful selection of goods.
Hours: 10am-5:30pmAddress: 4759 Hastings St.
If food is your love language—or the love language of the person for whom you’re shopping—Posh Pantry is your one-stop shop for gifts! Alongside stunning gift baskets catered to all sorts of tastes, Posh Pantry also offers beautiful cookware, kitchen accessories, gourmet foods, or more. And if you’re the type of person who likes to gift experiences, it offers cooking classes too! Perfect for a date night, family outing, or a random Sunday a few weeks from now.
Hours: Dec. 23: 10am-6pm / Dec. 24: 10am-2pmAddress: 4548 Hastings St.
If you’re looking for a unique gift for the hard-to-buy-for person in your life, Gardenworks at Mandeville is the place to go. From beautifully curated home decor to an incredible selection of plants, you just might leave with something for yourself, too. It’s also the perfect place to take a shopping break, with an adorable cafe in-store that might be the best lunch you can get in Burnaby!
Hours: Dec. 23: 9am-8pm / Dec. 24: 9am-3pmAddress: 4746 Marine Dr.
Totally forgot that Christmas dinner was a potluck? Never fear—if you take a Gabi & Jules pie over to your in-laws’, they’ll all be begging you for the recipe. This iconic bakery also sells a host of other baked goods (try the crostatas), along with preserves, granola, pantry items, and gift baskets!
Hours: Dec. 23: 7am-5pm / Dec. 24: 9am-3pmAddress: 4568 Hastings St.