A 2026 Father's Day gift guide for Canadians with all budgets

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and Canadians are rushing to find gifts for the beloved dads in their lives.

(If you forgot, it’s on Sunday, June 21, this year. It’s on the third Sunday of June every year.)

We have compiled a list of things you can choose from, not just for your dad, but for any dad you value: your partner, a friend, a sibling, or an in-law.

This year, we’ve focused on curating gifts that range from highly affordable and handy to expensive and luxurious.

Let’s get into it.

A nice pair of summer sandals

Consider a pair of comfy, airy sandals they’ll want to wear all summer long. The pair pictured above is the Newport H2 from Keen, a brand that makes all its footwear and packaging without PFAs or “forever chemicals.”

Its selection comes in regular and wide options, and sizes go up to a men’s US 17.

This particular pair comes in 16 colourways, and prices start at $130.

A custom calendar or mug

Create a calendar with personal photos for $22.99 or a mug like no other starting at just $14.99 at your nearest Staples location. This can be a main gift or a cute addition to the whole package.

Your nearest Staples location may be able to do a same-day order, making for a solid last-minute gift option.

A seasonal wardrobe upgrade

With FIFA season in full swing, pick up an athletic jersey that fits the mode for $68, or grab a 100 per cent cotton twill baseball cap that’ll add breathable sun protection, available in four trendy colours, for $34.

If you want something that they can use all year round, take a look at Roots’ leather section. The slimfold wallet pictured above is $78, but wallets and cardholders start at just $38.

(Also, Roots is having a huge 50 per cent off end-of-season sale right now.)

Place an order online or head to your local Roots store.

An ultra-soft hoodie

A plush hoodie is good for lounging at home or wearing outside on cooler summer nights. This Under Armour fleece wash hoodie is a classic and simple number, made of an 80% cotton blend.

It’s advertised as an oversized hoodie; be mindful of that when ordering it (you might want to size down if you want a more regular fit).

The hoodie retails for $145 on Under Armour’s website, but they often have sales. At the time of publishing, the website said you can use the code SUMMER to get 30% off.

Some sunscreen

As summer approaches its peak, a good quality sunscreen should always be within reach, and let’s be honest: for the most part, dads aren’t exactly known for being on top of their sunscreen application.

Good sunscreen spans across budgets. A stick of Blue Lizard SPF50 sensitive skin sunscreen can fit in your pocket and budget at just $14.99. If you have a bigger budget, try the StriVectin GlowFector SPF30 sunscreen, which has an illuminating effect on the skin for $49. Both are available at Shoppers Drug Mart.

There may not be testers for the Blue Lizard sunscreen in store, but you can probably try the StriVectin one before you buy it at a Shoppers location.

A blender for smoothies

For those with fitness on their mind, a blender just for their smoothies is a super option on a budget.

Currently on sale for $39 on Amazon, the eight-piece NutriBullet 600 Superfood Nutrition Extractor is a real bargain.

The regular price is still under $60.

A stylish, sustainable candle

Pick up one of the many hand-crafted steel candles offered by Everlasting Candle Co.

They’re soot-free and unscented, making them a lovely alternative to other elegant but heavily perfumed scented candles. The best part is they never melt. Just refill them with a special oil, and you’re good, essentially, forever.

Check out the made-in-Canada candle collections on Everlasting Candle Co.’s website. With the added vase, the product will cost you $80+, but without one, you can cop the steel candles for $50.

A new phone case

This one’s an instant mood-lifter and a practical gift they’ll use every day.

Phone cases come at a large variety of price points, meaning you can buy something good for $10 or go all out on a seriously protective hardshell case option.

In the above picture, the phone case on the left is a light-but-durable Spigen model for the iPhone 17 Pro ($17.99 on Amazon), and the one on the right is an Otterbox Defender Series Pro case for the Google Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro ($99.99 on Amazon or Best Buy).

A pickleball set

This five-piece pickleball set from Canadian Tire comprises two wooden paddles and three balls. Sounds like a classic Father’s Day gift. Right now, it’s down from $44.99 to $29.99

Take advantage of the sale at your closest Canadian Tire location or order the set online. Same-day delivery is available depending on your location.

A 10-piece grilling kit

This Master Chef grilling tool kit comes in a sturdy storage bag and is the perfect upgrade for someone who enjoys a summertime barbecue.

Grilling tools can get rundown and grimy over time, and there’s nothing better than a spanking-new set to motivate the recipient to invite you for some burgers.

The set retails for $34.99 at Canadian Tire.

Or a whole gas grill

If you’re feeling splurge-y, the Weber Spirit SPX-435 Smart Gas Grill will make barbecuing an even breezier time.

One of our favourite features is the built-in digital thermometer, so you will never undercook or overcook your meals. It can even pair it with your smartphone, so you don’t have to check the grill constantly. It also comes with a side burner and a special sear zone.

The grill retails for $1,099 but often goes on sale on Weber’s website.

An outdoor pizza oven

If you have more of a pizza dad on your hands, the SharkNinja Outdoor Pizza Oven will change the game completely. With temperatures reaching 700F, you can whip up artisanal pizzas that beat restaurants in as little time as three minutes.

The pizza oven retails for $399.99 on Amazon Canada.

An electric scooter

The Segway E3 Electric Scooter is the perfect model if it’s your first foray into e-scooters.

It’s beginner-friendly and has a lightweight frame for portability. The E3 has a range of more than 50km, making it a great choice for quick commutes, errands, or just cruising around.

Just make sure you’re familiar with the local laws about e-scooter use before you buy.

The Segway E3 retails for $699 at the Segway Store.

A cordless head shaver

A safe and satisfying upgrade for anyone who shaves their head regularly, this Conair Barber Shop Pro Series shaver has nine rotary heads for the smoothest experience. It can be used wet or dry, and it’s rechargeable and cordless, making it a dream to travel with — no dealing with international power sockets.

It comes with a trimming head and attachments, all enclosed in a black zip-up hard case for $169.99 on Amazon Canada.

A beginner-friendly retinol

If they’re not big on skincare, introduce them to a high-quality retinol that is gentle enough for beginners while producing real results, like Iope’s 1% Super Bounce Serum, which targets pore minimizing and focuses on overall smoothness.

The reviews speak for themselves; people are reporting waking up glowy. While many dermatologists say pores don’t “shrink,” there are products that can make them appear smaller. Users of this serum say they saw this effect most distinctly on their nose.

Order the serum from Sephora, where it retails for $67, or head to a store near you that stocks K-Beauty.

A Cricut Explore 5

Got an artsy dad who likes crafting and/or owns a ton of graphic tees? Or someone who runs his own small business? The Cricut Explore 5 will have ’em occupied for hours.

There’s a plethora of things you can do with a Cricut: personalize your clothes and other apparel, create fun decals and stickers, up your organization game with custom labels, and print out DIY greeting cards using your own designs, or those available in the Cricut Design Studio.

The latest Explore 5 will run you $479 on Amazon Canada, but you can opt for a cheaper model in the under-$300 range, too.

Keep in mind that Amazon Prime Day is coming, so if the person you want to give a gift to can wait a little longer for their present, you may be able to get a better deal on some items.

Happy Father’s Day!

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