2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Need some inspiration to find the perfect gift for the science lover in your life? 🎁 Or want to send your loved ones a not-so-subtle hint? 😉

Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is finally here with even more Canadian artists & small businesses online so you can skip the lines and crowded malls! ☃️

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Books

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Mon année martienne
Mon année martienne

French Canadian aerospace engineer Farah Alibay (she/they) explores space with robots! A systems engineer at the NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, she documents her experiences working on Mars missions, which meant living on Mars time–hence her Martian year. Only available in French.

Math In Drag
Math In Drag

PREORDER (Coming March 5, 2024). Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on a fascinating journey through the glamorous world of . . . math? Within these pages, Kyne educates us about both mathematical mysteries and the world of drag through her unique perspective.

Birds (A Day in the Life): What Do Flamingos, Owls, and Penguins Get Up To All Day?
Birds (A Day in the Life): What Do Flamingos, Owls, and Penguins Get Up To All Day?

Set over a 24-hour period, meet speedy ostriches, tiny hummingbirds, and majestic eagles in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest birds in the world. Soar through the skies to follow the lives of our feathered friends as they fight, dance, and play their way through their day with ornithologist Dr Alex Bond.

The Future of Us: The Science of What We'll Eat, Where We'll Live, and Who We'll Be
The Future of Us: The Science of What We'll Eat, Where We'll Live, and Who We'll Be

A fascinating look at the cutting-edge science and technologies that are on the cusp of changing everything from where we’ll live, how we’ll look, and who we’ll be, by the popular science broadcaster and bestselling author, and RCIScience 1986 Fleming Medal recipient Jay Ingram.

Blood: The science, medicine, and mythology of menstruation
Blood: The science, medicine, and mythology of menstruation

PREORDER (Coming January 23, 2024). The galvanizing new book from Dr. Jen Gunter, #1 bestselling author of The Vagina Bible and The Menopause Manifesto, dispels the shame, mythology, and misinformation around menstruation with scientific facts, medical expertise, and a fierce feminist perspective.

Strong Nations
Strong Nations

Strong Nations is an online retailer and a publishing house, specializing in Indigenous literature and art. You can find science products, among other books and gifts, with Canadian Content and Indigenous Text or Art clearly marked.

The Invisible Siege: The Rise of Coronaviruses and the Search for a Cure
The Invisible Siege: The Rise of Coronaviruses and the Search for a Cure

Winner of the 2022 Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) Book Awards in the general category the Hilary Weston Writers’ Trust Prize • One of Publishers Weekly’s top ten science books of the season by epidemiologist Dan Werb.

The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers: A Tour of Your Useless Parts, Flaws, and Other Weird Bits
The Museum of Odd Body Leftovers: A Tour of Your Useless Parts, Flaws, and Other Weird Bits

Winner of the 2022 Science Writers and Communicators of Canada (SWCC) Book Awards in the children’s category written by Rachel Poliquin, and illustrated by Clayton Hanmer.

Streams of Consequence: Dispatches from the Conservation World
Streams of Consequence: Dispatches from the Conservation World

Lorne Fitch weaves together a bit of “ecology for dummies,” a cross-section of stories and essays on Alberta’s biodiversity riches and treasured landscapes, and a backdrop of selections on conservation issues. These are stories of the land and of Alberta’s plants, fish, and wildlife told through the voice of a biologist with decades of experience on the front lines of conservation efforts.

The Deepest Map: The High-Stakes Race to Chart the World's Oceans
The Deepest Map: The High-Stakes Race to Chart the World's Oceans

Laura Trethewey chronicles this race to map the oceans' floor. Following global efforts around the world, she documents Inuit-led crowdsourced mapping in the Arctic as climate change alters the landscape, a Texas millionaire’s efforts to become the first man to dive to the deepest point in each ocean, and the increasingly fraught question of whether and how to mine the deep sea.

Baby University Board Books
Baby University Board Books

It’s never too early to start prepping for a career in STEM! Shop the Baby University board book series including Baby Medical School and Baby Biochemist!

The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada

Grab your 2024 Observer's handbook and calendar, not to mention solar eclipse glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse in April 2024!

Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats: Urban Ecology, Community Science, and How We Share Our Cities
Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats: Urban Ecology, Community Science, and How We Share Our Cities

Gripping narrative non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves cities can be surprisingly wild places—and why understanding urban nature matters. The debut book from #RCITalks speaker Dr. Cylita Guy is finally here!

My Book of Stars and Planets: A fact-filled guide to space
My Book of Stars and Planets: A fact-filled guide to space

An out-of-this-world astronomy book for kids from #RCITalks speaker and Instagram takeover host Dr. Parshati Patel!

Art, Crafts and Collectibles

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Forage for Flora
Forage for Flora

Need art for your wall or a card for a nature lover? Look no further! There are so many science-themed pressed flower art to choose from!

Light + Paper
Light + Paper

Unique artwork and decor inspired by science and nature that starts with handcut papercutting. Check out the anatomy collection!

Soap Note Ink
Soap Note Ink

Shop Mandy’s punny greeting cards, stickers, apparel, prints, and notepads - inspired by her love for art and career in medicine.

Secret Planet
Secret Planet

Outstanding and clever space-themed prints, posters and apparel.

The Chemist Tree
The Chemist Tree

Their website states "Fun chemistry cards and things" and they’re not wrong! Grab cool chemistry themed cards, stickers, pins, notebooks, t-shirts, tea towels, tote bags and more!

Yas Petite Poulet
Yas Petite Poulet

STEM-themed stickers, pins, patches, prints and notebooks, sometimes with a subtle LGBTQ+ twist 🌈

Strong Nations
Strong Nations

Strong Nations is an online retailer and a publishing house, specializing in Indigenous literature and art. You can find science products, among other books and gifts, with Canadian Content and Indigenous Text or Art clearly marked.

Birch & Beads Designs
Birch & Beads Designs

Find Indigenous beadwork and stickers inspired by Jamie’s life and education as a settler-Métis medical student!

Minouette
Minouette

Original prints and housewares.

Blu Hummingbird Beadwork
Blu Hummingbird Beadwork

Handcrafted Indigenous art. Check out the moon phases lapel pin!

Fabled Creative
Fabled Creative

Cards, prints, pins, stickers and notebooks inspired by space, science, fantasy and more.

Neurons and Nebulas
Neurons and Nebulas

Science inspired arts and crafts including magnets, broaches, lanyards, pendants, cards and much more.

The Purple Lilac
The Purple Lilac

Science and medical crocheted models, exclusive crochet patterns, jewelry, pins and accessories, amigurumi toys, crochet workshops and more!.

Apparel and Accessories

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Light + Paper
Light + Paper

Unique artwork and decor inspired by science and nature that starts with handcut papercutting. Check out the anatomy collection!

PhDoodle Shop
PhDoodle Shop

Cute accessories and apparel perfect for life scientists!

Abrlyss Creations
Abrlyss Creations

Hand made scrunchies and wristlet keychains, including patterns for any science lover or professional.

Three Yellow Beads
Three Yellow Beads

Stud and dangle earrings, charm and beaded necklaces, including those perfect for science enthusiasts!

Riverda
Riverda

Cute enamel pins including ones no science lover could turn down!

Soap Note Ink
Soap Note Ink

Shop Mandy’s punny greeting cards, stickers, apparel, prints, and notepads - inspired by her love for art and career in medicine.

Secret Planet
Secret Planet

Outstanding and clever space-themed prints, posters and apparel.

The Chemist Tree
The Chemist Tree

Their website states "Fun chemistry cards and things" and they’re not wrong! Grab cool chemistry themed cards, stickers, pins, notebooks, t-shirts, tea towels, tote bags and more!

Yas Petite Poulet
Yas Petite Poulet

STEM-themed stickers, pins, patches, prints and notebooks, sometimes with a subtle LGBTQ+ twist 🌈

My Pet Cephalopod
My Pet Cephalopod

Reported as ‘finding a pun in science’, My Pet Cephalopod delivers with awesome takes on science-themed stickers, pins and postcards. Their pizza and ramen cells are especially clever!

Science Charms
Science Charms

Wear your heart on your sleeve - or more accurately, your wrist - with these science charms!

inclusivityinchem
inclusivityinchem

Support inclusivity in chemistry with these pins and stickers!

The Flying Turtle Arts
The Flying Turtle Arts

But what if your favourite animal wore a lab coat?! You have to get these adorable pins!

Educated Vaccinated Caffeinated Dedicated T-Shirt
Educated Vaccinated Caffeinated Dedicated T-Shirt

Tell the world who you are with this T-shirt!

Math Stick Figures T-Shirt
Math Stick Figures T-Shirt

Show off your love of math with this T-shirt!

Science Bae's Merch
Science Bae's Merch

Shop Dr. Sarah Habibi’s science themed merch, including apparel and mugs!

Indus Space
Indus Space

Check out their Space Shop for an assortment of astronomy themed products like puzzles, plush toys, books and more!

Lilipop
Lilipop

Shop Julie’s stem-themed accessories made with recycled plastic! You can find little petri dish or periodic table earrings amongst her many designs.

The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada

Grab your 2024 Observer's handbook and calendar, not to mention solar eclipse glasses for the upcoming solar eclipse in April 2024!

Friday Sock Co
Friday Sock Co

You can’t go wrong with a crisp pair of new socks during the holidays. Bonus if they feature cool science designs! Check out the cute mushroom, dinosaur and space designs, as well as the nuts & bolts, hops & beer and atom & beaker designs. So many options! 🤓🧦

Microbi
Microbi

A science gift shop with unique keychains and pins.

The Vexed Muddler
The Vexed Muddler

Science themed clothing, masks, cushions and accessories.

Ad Astra Boutique
Ad Astra Boutique

Science and math inspired jewellery. Their necklaces are beautiful and the cufflinks a particular highlight for the mathematician in your life!

The Maker Bean Cafe
The Maker Bean Cafe

Laser cut homewares, decorations, jewellery and knick knacks.

Fabled Creative
Fabled Creative

Cards, prints, pins, stickers and notebooks inspired by space, science, fantasy and more.

The Neuron Family
The Neuron Family

A growing family of cartoon neurons available for print on mugs, phone cases, apparel and more.

Neurons and Nebulas
Neurons and Nebulas

Science inspired arts and crafts including magnets, broaches, lanyards, pendants, cards and much more.

Paper Products

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Forage for Flora
Forage for Flora

Need art for your wall or a card for a nature lover? Look no further! There are so many science-themed pressed flower art to choose from!

MCBDoodles
MCBDoodles

Know someone in moelcular and ceulluar biology? We think they’ll need these stickers.

PhDoodle Shop
PhDoodle Shop

Cute accessories and apparel perfect for life scientists!

Soap Note Ink
Soap Note Ink

Shop Mandy’s punny greeting cards, stickers, apparel, prints, and notepads - inspired by her love for art and career in medicine.

Snip Stickers
Snip Stickers

Shop Em’s lab-inspired handmade paper stickers!

Yas Petite Poulet
Yas Petite Poulet

STEM-themed stickers, pins, patches, prints and notebooks, sometimes with a subtle LGBTQ+ twist 🌈

My Pet Cephalopod
My Pet Cephalopod

Reported as ‘finding a pun in science’, My Pet Cephalopod delivers with awesome takes on science-themed stickers, pins and postcards. Their pizza and ramen cells are especially clever!

inclusivityinchem
inclusivityinchem

Support inclusivity in chemistry with these pins and stickers!

Birch & Beads Designs
Birch & Beads Designs

Find Indigenous beadwork and stickers inspired by Jamie’s life and education as a settler-Métis medical student!

Nerdy Words Inc.
Nerdy Words Inc.

Geeky greeting cards and gifts for scientists, engineers, chemists, programmers, teachers, professors and students.

Fabled Creative
Fabled Creative

Cards, prints, pins, stickers and notebooks inspired by space, science, fantasy and more.

Neurons and Nebulas
Neurons and Nebulas

Science inspired arts and crafts including magnets, broaches, lanyards, pendants, cards and much more.

Home and Living

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Light + Paper
Light + Paper

Unique artwork and decor inspired by science and nature that starts with handcut papercutting. Check out the anatomy collection!

The Chemist Tree
The Chemist Tree

Their website states "Fun chemistry cards and things" and they’re not wrong! Grab cool chemistry themed cards, stickers, pins, notebooks, t-shirts, tea towels, tote bags and more!

Nerdy Words Inc.
Nerdy Words Inc.

Geeky greeting cards and gifts for scientists, engineers, chemists, programmers, teachers, professors and students.

Science Bae's Merch
Science Bae's Merch

Shop Dr. Sarah Habibi’s science themed merch, including apparel and mugs!

Bacteriophage Planter/Pen Holder
Bacteriophage Planter/Pen Holder

This minimalist 3D printed design is a great fit for any office or work-from-home desk!

The Vexed Muddler
The Vexed Muddler

Science themed clothing, masks, cushions and accessories.

Minouette
Minouette

Original prints and housewares.

The Maker Bean Cafe
The Maker Bean Cafe

Laser cut homewares, decorations, jewellery and knick knacks.

The Neuron Family
The Neuron Family

A growing family of cartoon neurons available for print on mugs, phone cases, apparel and more.

Honourable Mentions

Still need more gifts? Here are few we couldn’t pass up from outside of Canada.

2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Stay Curious and Keep Exploring
Stay Curious and Keep Exploring

Check out Emily Calandrelli’s (@TheSpaceGal) book of favourite science experiments! The perfect gift for a young, curious mind.

Smarty Pants
Smarty Pants

Shop a woman-owned and minority-owned small business, showcasing STEM in style!

2023 Holiday Gift Guide
Two Photon Art
Two Photon Art

Clothing, pins, cufflinks, earrings, patches and more.

Lab Shenanigans
Lab Shenanigans

Official merch and cool apparel from TikTok sensation and science communicator Darion Nguyen aka Lab Shenanigans!