We surprised some incredible essential workers with over $3000 worth of giveaways

Essential workers have been the backbone of our country for the last six months - stepping up to work and risk their own health to keep others safe and prepared. We are so grateful for their dedication, and wanted to highlight seven front line workers who kept Canada moving during this very difficult time. We couldn't have made it to where we are now as a country without them, and wanted to show just how much we appreciate their hard work and sacrifice - so we surprised them with some amazing giveaways to say thank you! 

$500 Vanilla Visa Prepaid Card

We can all use a little extra money right now, whether it’s to help cover costs from a loss in income, or to support those who need a little extra help right now – so we surprised our essential workers with a $500 Vanilla prepaid Visa card each! These cards can be used globally, anywhere Visa is accepted, so it’s the perfect way to say thank you and pay it forward – literally!

Available at Metro, London Drugs and Jean Coutu

The Barber Shop Pro Series by Conair Lithium Ion Haircut Kit

When salons and barbershops closed, we all found ourselves realizing just how much we rely on our stylists. And while we can never replace them, having a grooming kit on hand for is essential for keeping our looks trim and tidy in between appointments, and with Japanese steel blades and a cordless runtime of up to 75 minutes – it can handle father and son cuts on just one charge!

$69.97 from Amazon

Schwarzkopf Professional 2.0 Ceramic Flat Iron 1.5”

Need to be Zoom ready in a flash? This flat iron is the secret weapon every woman needs on hand. With silicone strips for a smooth glide and added shine, it transform any hair type into a video-ready ‘do in a matter of minutes!

$214.50 at fine hair salons

Schwarzkopf SKP Pro Heat 2.0 Ceramic Hair Dryer 

With cooler weather around the corner, having a great hair dryer to make mornings smoother (literally) is key. A ceramic infused coating locks out humidity and combats static and frizz – so that dry winter air won’t stand a chance! And with Ion technology, even the thickest hair can dry in no time and still look and feel silky smooth and hydrated!

$214.50 at fine hair salons

Philips Sonicare ProtectiveClean Electric Toothbrush

It wasn’t easy getting to the dentist for cleanings and checkups this year, but you can get that dentist clean feeling right from home with this amazing upgrade from a manual toothbrush. It’s safe and gentle on teeth and gumlines, but delivers unparalled cleaning results and can whiten teeth in just one week when compared to a manual brush! Your dentist will definitely notice the difference.

$149.99 from Philips 

Fitbit Charge 4

Getting and staying active was tough for so many during lockdown. Between working from home, parenting, and social distancing measure – keeping track of your fitness may have fallen a bit. But this fitness tracker is about to change that!  The Fitbit Charge 4 is designed to help keep you healthy and fit while chasing your goals. It has built in GPS to map your routes, plus activity tracking, sleep tracking, heart rate monitor, and a waterproof battery that can last up to seven days! Once you start, you’ll wonder how you lived without it!

$199.95 at Fitbit

Keurig K-Duo Single Serve and Carafe Coffee Maker and Van Houtte Pods

While we missed our local baristas, there’s something so comforting about the smell of coffee brewing in our own homes, and this coffee maker is the perfect solution for a busy family. This versatile coffee maker is the best of both worlds, using both K-Cup® pods and ground coffee to brew a cup and a carafe of your favorite varieties. Van Houtte offers an assortment of intensities and flavours, so you can change your cup of joe throughout the day – and since all K-Cup pods are recyclable, you can feel good about saving on those takeout cups!

Keurig® K-Duo® Single Serve and Carafe Coffee Maker $249, and Van Houtte® coffee assortment $119.88, both available from Keurig  

AOB Shampoos and Conditioners

Our very own Aaron O’Bryan has created what may just be the best hair care system out there! Of course we love Aaron for his incredible hair styling talents, but he poured so much energy into making the best possible shampoos and conditioners he could and it’s so evident once you try them! They’re Canadian made, cruelty-free, sulfate free, silicone free, and paraben free, and the flexi packaging lets you squeeze out every last drop (and trust us – you’re going to want to)!

AOB Volume Shampoo and Conditioner, and AOB Hydrate & Repair Shampoo and Conditioner, $32 each from AOB

Bloom Cloud Mattress

The original super bed in a box, Bloom Cloud was designed to offer you the best. Sleep. Ever. With innovative features like advanced gel memory, and latex foam that conform perfectly to your body, it helps regulate your body temperature throughout the night so you always sleep comfortably and soundly. And since it comes from Sleep Country, you know you can trust the quality.

$999.00 (Queen) from Sleep Country