A Gift Guide for the Generations

The complete gift guide for everyone on your list this year

For the 2025 holiday season, we put together the ultimate generational gift guide. That’s right—no more questioning what to get your picky Gen Alpha cousin who loves Sephora, or your old-timey baby boomer uncle who means well but buys everything he wants for himself. No matter what you celebrate, if there’s any kind of gift exchange involved, we’ve got you covered. From thoughtful B.C.-based picks to experiential outings, there’s something for everyone and every budget. (And if you can’t find something from these gift guides, our extensive catalogue of shopping stories might just have what you’re looking for).

We present … *drum roll*: The complete gift guide for the generations, from Gen Alpha to baby boomers.

13 B.C.-Based Gifts to Shop for Kids 6 and Under This Holiday Season

From stocking stuffers to thoughtful gifts, we offer 13 ideas to shop small and local this holiday season for babies and kids 6 and under (a.k.a., the littlest Gen Alphas, and even the new Gen Betas).

16 Gift Ideas for the Teen Gen Alpha in Your Life

If you’re trying to find the perfect present for your favourite tween or teen, then look no further. We’ve rounded up some of the season’s best gifts for the Gen Alpha kid on your holiday shopping list.

12 Gifts That Pass the Gen Z Vibe Check

Gen Z is arguably the most difficult generation to shop for, with one end of the generation just starting high school, and the other end pushing 30. We put together a comprehensive guide for every Zoomer in your life, from expensive tech to trendy bits.

16 Gifts for the Busy Millennial

So what do you buy the discerning, plugged-in millennial who’s always on the move? We’ve got your stocking stuffers, comfort gifts and worthwhile splurges to satisfy the busy 30-something millennial in your life this holiday season.

22 Gifts for Gen X

Sandwiched between millennials and baby boomers (two of the largest generation groups), Gen Xers are used to being overlooked and underestimated. This holiday season, why not give your fave Gen Xer a present that shows you truly see them? We’ve rounded up some gift ideas to make your selection easier.

21 Gifts for the Baby Boomers on Your List

Tracking down the perfect present for your favourite baby boomer can be tough. So, we’ve rounded up some of this year’s most thoughtful, sure-to-be-appreciated holiday gifts.

Sandrine Jacquot

Sandrine Jacquot

Sandrine Jacquot is the BCLiving editor and brand partnerships writer for Canada Wide Media. She loves writing about all things B.C.—travel, food, wellness, shopping, current events and local business stories. Send pitches or get in touch with her at [email protected].