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Scent Of Home: How Homecoming Candles Turns Memory Into Mood (Win!)

October 7, 2025

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If your home had a signature scent, what would it be? Vancouver’s Homecoming Candles makes that question deliciously easy to answer. Founded by Suraiya Nanji after she swapped corporate life in Los Angeles for a creative reset back in B.C., Homecoming blends classic fragrance notes with little, unexpected twists—the kind that nudge a memory awake or make a small moment feel ceremonial.

This is a female-founded, family-run studio where every candle, incense stick and room spray is handcrafted in Vancouver. The collection leans soft and familiar—think warm vanilla, gentle woods and bright citrus—but each signature scent carries a subtle surprise that keeps it modern and interesting. The result: fragranced pieces that don’t shout, but rather layer into your home and make it feel lived-in, loved and distinctly you.

These are mood-makers, not just pretty jars. Burn a candle for a slow Sunday brunch, mist the living room before guests arrive, or tuck an incense stick into a bedside ritual to mark the end of the day. Because the blends are balanced and refined, they work across seasons and styles—perfect for minimal apartments, cozy cottages, or as a thoughtful housewarming gift.

Top picks to try: start with a signature candle that reads like comfort—then add a matching room spray for quick refreshes. Pro tip: place a candle on a stack of books or a small tray to turn scent into a styling moment.

Made with intention in Vancouver and built on family traditions, Homecoming Candles isn’t just selling fragrance—it’s helping you craft the familiar. —Noa Nichol

Win! A $250 Homecoming Candles Gift Card!

Congrats Erin P. of Winnipeg, MB, who will receive a $250 Homecoming Candles Gift Card! Please note: if you are the winner, you will receive a DM (direct message) in Instagram directly from @vitadailymedia. Please be wary of fake accounts, which often use similar handles with an extra or missing letter, number or symbol. We will never ask for a payment or for your credit card number, and we will never ask you to click through a link. If you are unsure whether you have been contacted, via Instagram, by us or a fake account, email us before responding.

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  1. James

    October 7th, 2025 at 6:28 am

    I just read this article about Homecoming Candles and I have to say, it’s really inspiring. The idea of creating scents that evoke memories or make small moments special seems very charming. I like that founder Suraya Nandji was able to combine classic scents with unexpected notes that add something unique to everyday life. It makes you think about your own home and what feelings it can convey through scents.

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  2. MaureenLiz Beisel

    October 8th, 2025 at 10:01 am

    Love vanilla scent @saskysally

    IG is @akathenan

  3. jan

    October 8th, 2025 at 10:23 am

    I love Bergamot @jan_leeu

  4. Maureen Marriott

    October 8th, 2025 at 12:24 pm

    Bergamot definitely a favourite. @momarriott

  5. l p

    October 8th, 2025 at 12:27 pm

    @belcantor24 vanilla bean thanks

  6. Erin Parsons

    October 8th, 2025 at 1:45 pm

    Bergamot is definitely in my top 5 favourites all around.
    @aintnonamesleft

  7. Gabrielle Diane Comeau

    October 8th, 2025 at 2:17 pm

    Answer question #2 dianecomeau12345

  8. Nancy Phillips

    October 8th, 2025 at 2:50 pm

    Love to try these candles the flavours like Sugar Plum are great!

    @beachlivin_

  9. Carole D

    October 8th, 2025 at 4:56 pm

    Dandlewood and bergamot

    @caro.craftnook

  10. Christina

    October 8th, 2025 at 5:11 pm

    “Winter mint + vanilla bean sounds amazing! @jefftraderc”

    I’m @medievalcanadian

  11. Nolan Smith

    October 8th, 2025 at 5:20 pm

    Sea Salt Citron. Tagged Taylor Smith on Facebook

    I am Nolan Smith on Facebook

  12. Naila

    October 8th, 2025 at 6:31 pm

    I’m obsessed with coconut milk+santal on repeat in my place, and can’t wait to try the rose and tobacco candle too!

    IG: naila_t_

  13. Anthony Smith

    October 8th, 2025 at 7:14 pm

    Amber and bitter Orange is my favourite scent. Tagged Louise Smith on Facebook.

    Anthony Smith on Facebook

  14. naomi lindstein

    October 8th, 2025 at 7:28 pm

    @lauraleerunsultras we love vanilla scent

  15. Christina

    October 8th, 2025 at 9:35 pm

    Wildflower nectar & sugared fig!

    @ccuma

  16. Ashley S

    October 8th, 2025 at 10:59 pm

    IG: @jessi.michaels.80
    My favourite scent is Oakmoss + Sage

  17. Thérèse De Bellefeuille

    October 9th, 2025 at 9:45 am

    Love vanilla scent

  18. Mary D.

    October 9th, 2025 at 4:18 pm

    Cardamom + Star Anise! My friend, Glenda, loves candles. Me too!
    @msdanieli

  19. David Smith

    October 9th, 2025 at 6:26 pm

    Lavender is my favorite scent.

    @coach_daves9

  20. toni velthuis

    October 10th, 2025 at 4:05 am

    grapefruit

    @tonivelthuis

  21. Lillian Brown

    October 10th, 2025 at 5:30 pm

    Anilla bean and apple pie are two I like but I like most scents. On ig lilliannb23

  22. Marilyn Pilotte

    October 10th, 2025 at 7:41 pm

    I’d like a candle that smells like vanilla and pine. 🌲🕯️ ! It would be like walking through the forest and smelling the sweet scent of sap. 🌲🍯 😋

  23. Marilyn Pilotte

    October 10th, 2025 at 7:44 pm

    I’d like a candle that smells like vanilla and pine. 🌲🕯️ ! It would be like walking through the forest and smelling the sweet scent of sap. 🌲🍯

  24. Rachel C.

    October 11th, 2025 at 2:18 am

    winter mint + vanilla bean!

    i tagged my friend daniel and a few others. i’m @seafoodmwg on insta.

  25. Sandra Lebeau

    October 11th, 2025 at 4:13 pm

    Vanilla bean @courtneyluchtenberg

  26. Alice Smith

    October 11th, 2025 at 7:28 pm

    Eucalyptus is my favorite scent.

    @tigerd09

  27. Sharon D

    October 11th, 2025 at 7:55 pm

    Vanilla @quiltcrazyyy

  28. Monica Wang

    October 13th, 2025 at 1:20 am

    I love anything rose, lily of the valley, and skin-like!
    My ig: @jimini_nicoi

  29. KaLei

    October 13th, 2025 at 11:14 am

    lemon @asdsafel

  30. Xu Liang Li

    October 13th, 2025 at 8:51 pm

    Cherry blossom! @chrismiles

  31. Kendra

    October 14th, 2025 at 7:20 pm

    Love Homecoming! Almond Macaron & Vanilla, Coconut & Santal and Fir Needle & Pear are my fave scents.

  32. Kaitlin

    October 15th, 2025 at 6:25 am

    I love eucalyptus 😍

  33. Michelle Weir

    October 15th, 2025 at 7:20 pm

    Winter
    Mint
    @michwe142024

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  35. Faculté des Lettres et Langues

    November 17th, 2025 at 12:00 am

    Thank you for the information in this article. Excellent work!

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