Instead of the traditional holiday chocolate assortment, consider sweet treats proudly made right here! Opt for truffles from Rochef Chocolatier, organic cocoa from ChocoMotive, decadent fudge from La Confiserie Wakefield, hot chocolate bombes from La Belle Pâtissière, and maple marshmallows from François Lambert's Store - Maple and local Products. They fit nicely in a Christmas stocking! For original, gourmet gifts, visit the Cheesecake Bar boutique. In addition to their famous artisan cheesecakes, discover a selection perfect for the holidays: festive cocktail bombs, delicious syrups to flavor coffee, elegant tableware and other themed accessories. Offer a touch of refinement and gourmandise by concocting a personalized gift box that will please sweet tooths and epicureans alike. Looking for a gift-wrapped holiday basket filled with local products? The 100% Local Box – Holiday Edition, in partnership with Croquez l’Outaouais, is back this year. There are so many products that let you discover the Outaouais region through its cuisine! 

The Outaouais stands out nationally and internationally for the quality of its alcoholic products. Put together a gift basket of beers from the region’s microbreweries, including the Brasserie du Bas-Canada, Les Brasseurs de Montebello, the Brasserie artisanale Gallicus, the Microbrewery 5e Baron, Chelsea & Co Craft Brewery and À La Dérive Brasserie Artisanale. For distilled products, a little something from Artist in Residence or the Distillerie du Square would be ideal for someone who enjoys cocktails or drinks on the rocks. If the person you want to spoil is more of a wine lover, think of the many vineyards in the Outaouais, or Verger Merleau for its alcoholic ciders! 

Win the award for best gift and give the gift of clothing illustrated, designed and made in the Outaouais region! Discover the full range of the #OutaouaisFun collection and choose what suits you best: a crewneck sweater, an adult t-shirt, a child's t-shirt or a tote bag. We all know someone who loves alpacas! Get them online or visit one of the many sales outlets in the region. La Petite Grocerie in Chelsea stocks local, environmentally responsible and ethical products, including bath products, jewellery and more. In Montebello, stop by Lavandine et Cie for natural body care products with irresistible scents. For more great finds, check out the herbal products at Apothecary - La Fée des Bois, where the medicinal plant ingredients come straight from the farm! For your gift exchange, opt for useful, eco-friendly household items. You’ll find everything you need at Bulles et chiffons.

Who says a gift has to be material? Why not treat someone to a relaxing experience at an Outaouais spa? The Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa offers gift packages that are sure to please! Whether you're looking for a gourmet getaway, a romantic getaway or relaxation at the spa, this is the ideal place to recharge your batteries before the New Year. With so many entertainment venues in the area, you’re sure to find tickets to a show your recipient will love! From comedy and live music to theatre and children’s shows, the variety is impressive. Give the gift of culture: check out the programming at Salle Odyssée at the Maison de la culture de Gatineau, the Estacade, Théâtre de l'hôtel - Casino Lac-Leamy, Cabaret La Basoche, and the Orchestre symphonique de Gatineau. A great evening awaits! 

During and after the magic of the holidays, make the most of the joys of winter. Give the gift of an overnight stay in an unusual Outaouais accommodation, a dogsledding excursion, or a visit to Parc Omega to see the Arctic wolves. For the more athletic, plan a day of fatbike biking or skate along a 3-km ice trail among the trees at Patinage en forêt in Lac-des-Loups!  Plan a fun family outing! Play your favourite board games at Pärlé – Bistro Ludique. Little ones will love spending a day on the slides and in the mobile arcade zone at Le Rond-point milieu de jeux.  +  Find more great gift ideas at the many Outaouais Christmas markets. By buying local, you support Outaouais producers and the local economy. You're contributing to more sustainable tourism!