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Valentine gift ideas and where to find them in Vancouver

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Looking for that special gift for your sweetie on Valentine's Day? Here are some top suggested gift ideas and where to find them in, and around the city of Vancouver, British Columbia. You can also donate a gift for a good cause this holiday by buying a heart for someone special. 25% of the proceeds go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Give some love this season!

1. Valentine's Day Mosaic

HOW IT WORKS

Individuals purchase a one inch square to hold both first names. Within each square will be both names as well as a graphic of a small heart. Once payment has been confirmed, you will be sent an email with your poster colour and square number.

Once the squares have been filled for each poster, they will be displayed in shopping malls within Greater Vancouver. The poster size will be 5.5 feet by 4 feet.

The end result will be the finished mosaic, creating a large Valentines Day heart display. Once locations have been determined, we will send out an email to all purchasers as to the locations. 25% of all proceeds will go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Give back this holiday and show how much you care!

2. Candies, Chocolate and Sweets! Oh My!

Why not buy your love some sweets this Valentine's Day! Treat you date or loved one to some yummy chocolates on Valentine's Day and give them something to smile about.

Here are some popular chocolate shops where you can buy your special someone a box.

Candy Aisle
Frankie's Candy Bar
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
Purdy's Chocolate Shop
Death by Chocolate
Daniel Chocolates
Over the Moon Belgian Chocolates
Chocolate Arts

3. Beauty and Aromatherapy Gifts for the Soul

Visit some of Vancouver's many perfume, bath and beauty shops in, and around Vancouver. There are many ideas that you will come across for your sweetheart. You will also find many of these shops along Robson Street and in the downtown core and shopping centres.

Escents Beauty and Aromatherapy
Lush Beauty and Soap
L'Occitane Boutique
Crabtree & Evelyn
The Body Shop
Red Ginger and Thyme Cosmetics
Suds and Cents

4. Diamonds, Jewelry, Watches and more!

Jewelry can be a great gift for men or women, and can add a shine to your Valentine's Day. Choose from numerous jewelry stores on Robson Street, or choose from these top jewelry boutiques in Vancouver.

Zale's Diamonds
Birks Jewelers
Ben Moss Vancouver
Macy's Online Fine Jewelry
Tiffany & Company
Gemz n Gold
Era Designs
Rufus Lin Designs
Jewellerbau Gallery 42

5. Say it with Flowers

Send someone you love flowers on Valentine's Day and make their day! There are many florists around the city and you will be able to find any orchid, rose, or carnation to warm their heart on this special day. Make her smile with her favorite flowers!

Meinhardt Flowers
Flower Factory
Flowers Online
Broadway Florists
BC Florist
Flowers in Vancouver

6. Give your Love the Gift of Relaxation

Give your partner or someone you love a day of pampering and relaxation at a day spa in Vancouver, British Columbia. This is a grat gift for Valentine's Day and then you can treat them to a dinner after they have been rejuvenated in the day.

Pink Lime Spa
Le Petit Spa
Spa Ethos
Oasis Skin Care Spa
Absolute Spa in Vancouver
Sanctuary Spa
Tranquility Spa
Breathe Spa

7. General Gifts and Ideas

Find bath products, gift baskets, engraving services, flowers, teddy bears and clothing for someone you care about. Visit these general gift shops and gift basket companies for a lovely gift for your sweetie on Valentine's Day!

Seascape Gift Baskets
Flowers Online
Pacific Company Gift Baskets
Pottery Barn
Meinhardt Gifts & Flowers

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