The All-Canadian Father's Day Giveaway!
Father’s Day is coming up, and there is no better time to reflect on the role of a father in his children’s life. Fatherhood has changed dramatically in the past few decades, with Dads spending much more time with their kids. I see it all around me and find it very inspiring.
My son's father and I have been divorced for 9 years now. Throughout those years, we have always shared custody of our child and I have seen him rise to the challenge of caring for him in amazing ways. They have developed a close relationship which is heartwarming and wonderful to witness. My son will be a better man because of it, and I am thankful for that.
To help celebrate Dads across this great country of ours, we have put together an awesome gift-pack filled with Canadian-made products that Dad is sure to love. Here’s what’s up for grabs:
1) For the fashionable Dad: 2 pairs of designer underwear made in Montreal by Dylan Ribkoff. These creations are known for the quality and comfort of their fabric, and the originality of their design. (approx. value: $60)
2) For the handy Dad: a collection of multi-bits screwdrivers made in B.C. by Picquic. The original multi-bit screwdrivers invented in 1988 and still “Built right….in Canada” (value: $ 66)
3) For the wine-loving Dad: Ravi wine refresher made in Quebec by Ravi Solutions. Store in your freezer and pop on any wine bottle to chill the wine as it comes out of the bottle. An ingenious invention! (value: $40)
4) For the high-tech Dad: a laptop stand made in B.C. by Chillbeds. This is a limited-edition 15” wide deep blue model. It will keep Dad and his laptop cool! (value: $50)
5) For the meat-loving Dad: a yummy collection of beef jerky made in Alberta by McSweeney’s. A selection of flavours, all made with top quality ingredients. (value: $50) (selection may differ from image)
6) For the sporty Dad: a real treat from Sam Bat in Ottawa: one of their famous maple bats, a mini-bat and a T-Shirt. Yes, they are the makers of the famous bat that enabled Barry Bonds to break the home-run world record (value: $175) (selection will differ from image)
7) For the brainy Dad: a set of beautiful stainless-steel brain teasers courtesy of Ottawa-based Lee Valley Tools. (approx. value: $50)
Almost $ 500 worth of great products made in Canada. Now that’s a gift fit for a King!
To enter the giveaway, do as many of the 3 following things as possible, as they each count for one entry. The more the merrier (and luckier)!
- Leave us a comment below telling us what you think is the best quality in a father (Comments are moderated, so don't panic if your comment doesn't show up right away!);
- Follow us on Twitter and tweet the following: @BuyCndianFirst loves Dads #madeincanada. I entered their #FathersDay #giveaway here: http://bit.ly/MjLMTS
- Like us on Facebook.
The giveaway ends on Saturday, June 16th at 5:00 PM ET. We will pick one name at random from all entries and the winner will be announced on Father's Day, Sunday June 17th.
Good luck!
THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED. CONGRATS TO OUR WINNER: INGRID, FROM TORONTO, ON.
Images courtesy of Buy Canadian First members, as listed.
