Shopping the neighbourhood

It’s a strange year to be out driving to malls and looking for just the perfect gifts for your loved ones. It is also a year where we don’t want to rely exclusively on online shopping. We need to support our local shops and groups. Local shops are the donors to our sports teams and schools. They give to our causes year after year and we need to keep them here as part of our community.

Christmas Trees

There are two fantastic Christmas tree suppliers that have adapted to be covid-safe. Many local Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers are supported by Scout Christmas Trees. In the past you may have picked up at their Park Royal tree lot, instead this year the Scouts will deliver right to your door!  Order here.  The Lynn Valley Lions Club has moved their lot to Moodyville to accommodate its new drive-thru lot. You don’t even need to leave your car - volunteers will strap the tree to your roof. Details on how to sign up for your time slot can be found here. If you don’t want to miss out on wandering through the rain to pick the perfect tree - check out the ones at Maple Leaf Garden Centre.

Gifts for that special someone

We love the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre. It is generally a calm oasis in the trees, and what better place to find something that represents Lynn Valley. From nature-themed books to stuffed animals of local animals to eco-goods, there are delightful stocking stuffers and treasured gifts. If you want to support small businesses and local makers, creators, and authors - visit End of the Line General Store. Always packed with a beautifully curated collection, End of the Line pulls out all the stops for the holidays. Choosing something from this neighbourhood shop also supports so many other local artists. The shop is featuring KylesKiosk this season - malas made by Kyle as part of his journey with CHARGE syndrome. Did you know there are many sweet treats at Nourish especially brought in to stuff all those stockings? The curated collection offers quality sweets and treats that will be a bit better for your body and come from companies whose business practices are a bit better for the earth. 

Filling the house

Half the fun of the holidays is decorating and participating in all the traditions that make it special. We always love the creations at Mountain Market - and remember their generosity this year donating a flower to every Argyle grad? From wreaths to centerpieces to perfect bouquets. The Holiday Shop is now live at Local Flora - order some stunning floral decor. Our pick is the magnolia wreath - wow! She is also offering a floral subscription service for 2021. Virtual loveWe cannot all be together this year - but we can still share a bite. Folia Events is offering grazing boxes you order for delivery to family and friends, crack open a bottle of wine and launch a virtual celebration. 

Looking for more?

There's always something fun and exciting happening in Lynn Valley. Check out our Community Events Calendar or learn more about Local Activities, Mountain Biking or Hiking and Walking Trails.