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Celebrate the Season with Local Treasures: Must-Have Christmas Basket and Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Writer's picture: Jonnie HendricksonJonnie Hendrickson

Updated: Dec 21, 2024

We love supporting local businesses - because we are one! Each year, we curate a Christmas Turkey Basket for every one of our employees, and we stock it with local treasures. If you are looking for that last gift to top off a stocking or Holiday basket, here are some homegrown ideas for you!


Black Market Provisions

Cup of bubbling cocoa on a brown saucer with a gold spoon. Background has "Black Market Provisions" text and colorful cocoa boxes.

BMP is a unique store in Winnipeg, offering tasty food-to-go and a variety of charming items. Founded in 2019 by Angela Farkas, a Red Seal Chef, and Alana Fiks, an Interior Designer, it features gifts, housewares, pantry provisions, and homemade food like soups, salads, cookies, and ice cream. Despite its small size, BMP provides a warm and welcoming space for everyone, reflecting their passion for food and sharing fun finds with customers.


Lacoste Garden Centre

Red poinsettia leaves with a green background. The text "Lacoste Garden Centre" is overlaid, creating a festive and bright mood.

This family-owned business has been serving the Winnipeg area for over 75 years. They specialize in helping customers transform their yards and homes, offering professionally grown plants in their 50,000 square feet of greenhouse space. Their boutique features a curated selection of locally made products, unique clothing, and accessories. Lacoste is a top Christmas shopping destination in Winnipeg; explore their amazing products both in-store and online!


Portage Family Foods

Fresh vegetables on a dark surface with "Family Foods" text and logo above. Vibrant greens, yellow tomatoes, and red onions create a lively scene.

Family Foods is dedicated to community and personalized service, reflecting their motto, “From Our Family to Yours.” With 70 locations across Western Canada, each independently owned, they provide high-quality products and excellent local service. This year, our baskets feature Turkey, Cranberry Sauce, Oranges, Nuts, and Stuffing sourced from your local Portage Family Foods.


John Russel Honey Company

Honey jar with maple syrup label, featuring a maple leaf and honeycomb. The John Russell Honey Company logo above in black and gold.

The JRH Company produces some of the best honey in Western Canada, standing out among over 800 producers in Manitoba. They are known for their meticulous process, using slow cold filtering, small batch extraction, and in-hive storage to maintain a farm-fresh flavor. Each jar is hand-filled, packed, and labeled without machinery, ensuring superior quality control.


Casa Terra Candles

Soy candle in a jar labeled "Eggnog" by Casa Terra; creamy color with pine details. Snowy and pine tree background sets a cozy holiday mood.

Founded in 2019 and female-owned, Casa Terra Candles offers 100% soy candles with fragrance oils free from parabens and phthalates. Their entire line of products includes cotton and wood wick candles, reed diffusers, wax melts, and bath products, all made with environmentally friendly practices to minimize their footprint. Discover your new favorite holiday scent today by reaching them on Facebook and Instagram.


Shelmerdine Garden Centre

Hand holding silver holly ornament near a lit Christmas tree. Text: "Since 1937, Shelmerdine, Second Nature." Festive and warm atmosphere.

For 15 years, Shelmerdines has offered the Giving Tree Ornament, with all proceeds donated to local charities. Over the years, they have contributed $150,000. This year's proceeds benefit Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation, Winnipeg Humane Society, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, Never Alone Foundation, and Turning Leaf Support Services. Find everything you need to make your home a cozy Christmas retreat this season at Shelmerdines.


Happy Holidays and Warmest Wishes from Super Auto Centres this season!


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