10 + 1 More Sustainable Advent Calendars For The Holidays

Is it ever too early to start thinking about the holiday season? We don’t think so. Especially when it comes to treating ourselves to a little comfort and joy over the holiday season. Advent calendars are a fun way to countdown to the holidays and not just for kids, but for us adults too. While there can be a lot of waste around this time of year, your advent calendar doesn’t have to be a source of waste. We’ve rounded up 10 more sustainable advent calendars that you are sure to enjoy. —Jen Pistor

LumberJill Apparel 12 Day Very Local Advent Box $299

The LJA Very Local Advent Box is loaded with over $450 worth of unique gifts from local, Canadian small businesses. The box includes bath and beauty products, home decor, accessories, and more. To spread out the fun you can open up  a gift every second day in December and either treat yourself or gift them to others.  Not only will you be discovering new Canadian brands, you’ll also be supporting the shop local movement. The advent box is made with natural and recyclable materials and can be shipped right to your home.

Lush 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar $130

The countdown is the best part of it, right? With anticipation and excitement, search behind 12 Lush doors and find Christmas wonders for your shower, bath and body. They’ve covered every wish and every need so you can turn up on the big day feeling all kinds wonderful. Included are bath bombs, shower jellies, bubble bars, lip scrubs, and more! Their products are vegan and made in Canada. The box is made from recycled materials and is fully recyclable. 

Saje Well Wishes Advent Calendar $121

The ultimate Saje discovery box. Remedies for everyday and some tools for self care over the busy holiday season. The 12 piece collection was curated to revitalize, support rest, and spark comfort and joy. It includes kit exclusives as well as best selling blends – all powered by plants.

Pukka Tea Advent Calendar $33.98

Discover 24 moments of wellness during the festive countdown with this delicious herbal tea advent calendar. Thoughtfully crafted with no compromise to the planet, Pukka Tea Advent Calendar contains 24 unique blends that support your body & mind. A little cup of comfort for herbal tea lovers.

Squish Candy Vegan Advent Calendar $49.98 

The yummiest holiday countdown in the North Pole! This vegan advent calendar holds sweet surprises of the plant-based gummy kind for the 24 days leading up to the holidays. It’s a Vegan candy lover’s wish come true!

Bonne Maman Advent Calendar $59.95

Spread a little Holiday Cheer this Advent Season with this breakfast lovers calendar from Bonne Maman – the makers of jams, jellies and spreads from France. A beautiful gift for jam lovers and foodies, and a delicious countdown to Christmas. The calendar includes 24 mini jams, honey, and even caramel all in a mini version of their signature glass jars. Very recycling friendly.

Tag Liquor Store Craft Beer Advent Calendar: 24 Assorted Tall Cans $169.99

Make your spirits bright this Holiday Season with this Craft Beer Advent Calendar. You have a choice of one of three box designs and the box contains 24 craft beers from top breweries. It’s a great way to discover your next craft brew obsession. With chocolatey stouts, juicy double IPAs, and so much more, there’s a brew for every beer lover.

Purdy’s Chocolatier Advent Calendar $30-$40

Chocolate is such a holiday staple. What’s better? Chocolate made locally with sustainable, fair trade cocoa. This year, Canadian Chocolatier, Purdy’s, is offering three advent calendar options. The Reindeer Advent Calendar with milk chocolate and salted butter toffee bites. The Vegan Advent Calendar with dark or milk chocolate treats. This is a brand new offering. And the third option is their Braille Advent Calendar. This advent calendar features a beautiful Braille cover plus 24 tabs with numbers in Braille that open up to reveal a delicious surprise every day. 

Fox and Wit Favourite Things 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar $289

The items in this boutique calendar are worth a total of over $600+. The price for each calendar is just $289 though.  Every calendar will include it’s own touch of authentic pre-loved luxury, worth $100, as well a mix of apparel and gift items. This can be a fun way to get some of your holiday shopping done by gifting items to people or buying someone special the whole calendar. We love this mix of small business items + preloved.

Christmas Cocktails Advent Calendar from Union Ten Distilling Co. $169.95 (early bird pricing ends October 31) 

This advent calendar contains 24 50ml bottles of exclusive small-batch Canadian craft cocktails.  Discover holiday favourites like Christmas Creams, Frost Old Fashioned, Santa’s Sour, and Merry Mojito. It’s the ultimate tasting experience. We love a little small-batch cocktail moment. Pre-order available now.

Bonus: Make Your Own! 

If you are someone looking to get an advent calendar for your loved ones, but can’t decide which of these to choose, try making your own. You could still fill your own little boxes with items from small shops (think mittens, candles, chocolates, teabags, a can of beer, some jam, etc. You can still support small brands, but tailor make your calendar to your loved one. Experiences can be a fun thing added in too. A walk and hot cocoa at a local shop or ordering in from your fave local eatery and watching a holiday movie are great options, too!