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We've got your Father's Day gift ideas covered, from budget-friendly items to memorable experiences Dad will love
It can be challenging to find just the right present for dear old Dad. Just in time for Father’s Day, we present 30 gift ideas for the man who’s impossible to buy for, from budget-friendly ball caps and chocolates to splurge-worthy watches and laser projectors. And, for fathers who appreciate adventures more than stuff, we’ve also included a few fun experiences for great Father’s Day gift ideas.
Indulge Dad’s sweet tooth with decadent summertime desserts from Beaucoup Bakery: the Blooming Strawberry ($7.25), with its layers of butter pastry, jasmine-scented frangipane, vanilla pastry cream and fresh local strawberries; the Cookie Cinnamon Bun ($6.50), which combines the bakery’s signature Valrhona chocolate chip cookie with a cinnamon bun; the perfectly chewy and zesty Yuzu Sesame Mochi Cookie ($4.95); and the Roasted Corn XL Egg Tart ($9.25), which takes a croissant shell and fills it with popcorn-infused custard and roasted corn. This collection of summer treats is available at the Vancouver bakery until June 29.
Perfectly timed for Father’s Day, Four Winds Brewing has launched its World’s Best Dad West Coast Pale Ale (six-pack $16.49). Find this limited-edition beer—along with matching beer mugs—at the brewery in Delta.
The Dad’s Stash gift box ($23) includes some Purdys Chocolatier fan favourites: a Coffee Break meltie bar, a Chocolate Chewie almond bar, a Peanut Butter bar, a trio of Hedgehogs and a pair of Sweet Georgia Browns.
If Dad is a fan of mystery novels with morally grey protagonists, then he’s sure to appreciate the sly wit of an Unreliable Narrator ball cap ($24) from Indigo.
Help Dad relieve minor aches and pains and improve circulation with a set of cork massage balls ($28) from Scoria. Made from sustainably harvested natural cork, the three massage balls come packaged in a cute canvas bag printed with reassuring words: “Relax, I got your back.”
For the dad who’s gaga for golf, the Easy Clip Nano golf pouch ($34) from Lululemon is a useful Father’s Day gift idea. The pouch can hold three golf balls and four tees.
The limited-edition Happy Camper gift set ($40) from Lush consists of Dad’s Minted shower gel, infused with peppermint and vanilla; Kalamazoo beard and facial wash, which contains glycerine to draw moisture into the skin, along with apricot kernel and almond oil to soften coarse beard hairs; and Soapaccino soap. The trio comes packaged in a reusable gift box that evokes the joy of camping in the mountains.
An adjustable pillow (standard $72, king $86) from Silk & Snow works equally well for side sleepers (just leave the pillow as-is), back sleepers (remove a bit of the shredded memory foam core) and stomach sleepers (take out even more of the foam). The pillow’s foam core is surrounded by a fluffy outer shell made of microfibre fill.
Whether Dad is in the city, on the ocean or up a mountainside, the MEC Odyssey dry hip pack ($80) will keep his possessions dry and secure. This versatile pack is constructed from tough ripstop nylon.
If your father lives for his annual fishing trip, then this is the shirt for him. Made from moisture-wicking UPF 40 fabric, Columbia’s PFG Shadowcaster Zero long-sleeve shirt ($90) boasts assorted useful pockets, a built-in rod holder and, tucked away on an inner placket, a soft patch designed for cleaning sunglasses.
Looking for versatile Father’s Day gift ideas? The lightweight and comfortable NuStretch shorts ($99) from Duer look as good on the golf course as they do in the city or on a trail.
Designed for the modern man, the Mike crossbody bag ($98) from Canadian company Benjamin Gordon combines form and function, all in a stylish vegan-leather package.
Noise-cancelling JBL Live 670NC on-ear headphones ($100) from Staples Canada deliver powerful sound in a comfortable package. These Bluetooth headphones can run for up to 50 hours on a single charge.
Lightweight and waterproof, with a USB rechargeable battery pack, the 600-lumen Petzl Actik Core headlamp ($105) from MEC was designed for running, hiking, camping and other outdoor adventures. It can also be powered by three AAA batteries.
The Beats Pill Wireless Speaker ($150) from Staples Canada weighs just 1.5 pounds, but it boasts big sound—and even bigger bass. A single charge can deliver 24 hours of listening time.
If Dad is a fan of both Lego and the 1960s Batman television series—and he is patient and meticulous—then he’ll love fitting together all 1,822 pieces of the Lego DC Batman: The Classic TV Series Batmobile building kit ($200).
Over-the-top Elton John sunglasses ($249) from Specsavers are sure to please any fashion-forward fan of the Rocket Man. These sunnies were inspired by his ballad “Love Song.”
Lightweight and breathable, the Bay short-sleeve shirt ($275) from Moose Knuckles will keep Dad looking stylish and feeling cool on even the warmest summer days.
Dad can beat the heat in a Laredo Panama straw cowboy hat ($280) from Brixton. It has a wide brim—excellent for sun protection—and a moisture-wicking sweatband with an adjustable Velcro strap underneath, guaranteeing a custom fit.
Let Dad lounge in style in a Derek Rose cotton velour robe ($285) from Harry Rosen. This luxuriously plush robe was made for long, lazy mornings with nothing on the schedule other than sipping coffee.
With its built-in GPS and fall detection, the Samsung Galaxy Watch7 Bluetooth smartwatch ($300) from Staples Canada delivers peace of mind. Plus it can track everything from sleep patterns to gym workouts.
For the caffeine-dependent Dad, Smeg’s 10-cup drip coffee machine ($350) has an auto-start function, so he can wake up every morning to a perfectly brewed cuppa joe.
Dapper dads can’t resist classic sterling silver cuff links ($685) from Tiffany & Co.
Dad can transform the living room or the backyard into a movie theatre with the EpiqVision Mini EF21 portable smart laser projector ($850) from Epson. This small but powerful projector can easily stream his favourite movie, TV show or sports game, thanks to the built-in Google TV. Plus, it produces a bright, colourful display.
The Longines Spirit Zulu Time 1925 ($4,300 to $5,500) marks the 100th anniversary of the brand’s first dual-time wristwatch. Self-winding and water-resistant, this elegant new timepiece is sure to please even the pickiest of papas.
Treat Dad to a spirited evening at The Courtney Room in Victoria. The bar team’s latest menu, An Exploration of the Pacific Northwest, Vol. 4, features top tipples such as the gin-based Mineral ($18), berry-forward Oregon Grape Soda ($25) and elegant Strawberries & Cream ($25). Be sure to take some time to peruse the printed menu, which features illustrations that evoke the character of the Pacific Northwest, hand-drawn by tattoo artist Robin Graves.
Give Dad the gift of relaxation with a visit to Scandinave Spa in Whistler. One complete spa circuit includes 15 minutes of heat in a sauna, steam room or hot tub, followed by a 30-second cold plunge, then 15 minutes of relaxation in a lounger or hammock. Dad can easily fill a morning (or a whole day) completing the circuit as many times as he likes, and even add on a massage. A trip to this silent spa—cellphones and talking are forbidden—is good for the mind, body and soul. (Prices vary throughout the seasons.)
Treat Dad to a morning of stand-up paddleboarding followed by Bottomless Brunch with the new Board & Brunch series ($179 per person) at the Fairmont Waterfront, taking place June 28, July 26 and Aug. 16. Paddleboarding in Vancouver’s scenic English Bay is the perfect way to work up an appetite before indulging in ARC Restaurant’s diet-defying brunch, which features endless helpings of buttermilk biscuits, pulled-pork benedict, lobster mac and cheese, avocado croissants and other delectable dishes.
If Dad is a fan of crowd-pleasing musicals, then he’ll love season’s tickets to Broadway Across Canada (starting at $305). The lineup of shows at Vancouver’s Queen Elizabeth Theatre includes five guaranteed hits. MJ (Nov. 25 to 30, 2025) is a biographical jukebox musical filled with Michael Jackson megahits such as “Beat It” and “Billie Jean.” Moulin Rouge! The Musical (Jan. 20 to 25, 2026) adapts Baz Luhrmann’s beloved 2001 film for the stage. Les Misérables (Mar. 18 to 29, 2026) tells a tale of passion, sacrifice and redemption, set against 19th-century France. Mamma Mia! (May 26 to 31, 2026) is the story of one mother, one daughter, three possible dads—and a whole lot of ABBA songs. Clue (July 28 to Aug. 2, 2026) brings the classic Hasbro board game to life in a murder mystery rife with twists and turns.
If Dad belongs to Generation X, then he’ll fully appreciate a stay in the new Suite X at Vancouver’s Fairmont Pacific Rim. Local writer and visual artist Douglas Coupland—author of the 1991 novel Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture—helped design this one-of-a-kind suite, located on the hotel’s luxurious Fairmont Gold floor. It’s hard to know where to look first: at the pop art on the walls (and ceiling) or at the stunning views of the ocean and mountains outside the floor-to-ceiling windows. (Prices vary throughout the seasons.)
