Gift A Feeling

Gift A Feeling GiftAFeeling Inc. is a leading Canadian multinational supplier of corporate gifts, promotional products, branded merchandise, and employee uniform.

GiftAFeeling designs corporate gifts and swag that people actually keep, backed by research on gift psychology and trusted by 87 of the top 100 Canadian companies! Having worked with 87 of the top 100 Canadian companies, GiftAFeeling has been recognized as one of Canada's top 5 e-commerce businesses by CanadianSME National Business Awards!

Choosing gifts recipients will genuinely value ranked as the biggest corporate gift box challenge, cited by 27% of respo...
09/28/2026

Choosing gifts recipients will genuinely value ranked as the biggest corporate gift box challenge, cited by 27% of respondents in our TSSL survey. So what should go inside, and what makes a gift box worth keeping? Here’s what the research says.

What should be included in a corporate gift box?

A corporate gift box should include useful, high-quality items such as apparel, health and beauty products, and tech accessories. PPAI consumer research featured in our State of Corporate Gift Boxes 2026 report found wearables were the top product category at 29%, followed by health and beauty at 17% and tech at 14%.

What makes a corporate gift box worth keeping?

Usefulness is the strongest factor. PPAI research found 83% of recipients kept promotional products because they found the product or message useful, while 66% preferred fewer, higher-quality items over a larger number of lower-cost items. Design also mattered, with 46% saying they kept a product because they liked its design.

See the full findings, from the biggest gift box challenges to what recipients keep and what gets thrown away:
https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/lab/state-of-corporate-gift-boxes-2026

Two questions come up in almost every holiday gifting conversation: should employees choose their own gift, and what do ...
09/25/2026

Two questions come up in almost every holiday gifting conversation: should employees choose their own gift, and what do they really want in 2026? Here’s the answer to both:

Do employees want to choose their own holiday gift?

Yes. Research suggests many employees prefer having some choice in what they receive. One survey of 1,500 employed U.S. adults found 75% wanted to choose their own gift, while another found 52% preferred choosing from multiple options rather than everyone receiving the same gift.

What do employees want from holiday gifts in 2026?

Employees want holiday gifts that are useful, well made, and suited to their preferences. PPAI research found 68% of U.S. consumers said usefulness made branded merchandise feel valuable, and 66% preferred fewer, higher-quality items over more lower-cost ones, suggesting quality and usefulness matter more than quantity.

The best holiday gift isn't the one chosen for everyone. It's the one employees are genuinely happy to receive, use, and keep.

See what employees really want from holiday gifts in 2026, and how to plan a gifting program around it:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/lab/what-employees-want-from-holiday-gifts

Planning holiday gifts for employees gets more complicated the moment your team is spread across different cities, count...
09/21/2026

Planning holiday gifts for employees gets more complicated the moment your team is spread across different cities, countries, and time zones. Two questions come up quickly: who handles the shipping, and where do you source gifts that still feel high quality at scale?

Does GiftAFeeling handle international shipping and customs for employee holiday gifts?

Yes. GiftAFeeling supports direct-to-recipient shipping for employee holiday gifts across Canada, the U.S., and international destinations. A dedicated account manager helps coordinate sourcing, production, quality control, international shipping, delivery timelines, and customs requirements that may apply by destination.

Where can I source high-quality holiday gifts for employees across a whole company?

Companies can source high-quality employee holiday gifts through GiftAFeeling, which offers 70,000+ customizable products from 287+ brands, including YETI, Stanley, Nike, and Adidas, along with 106+ customization methods. Product selection is also informed by research from GiftAFeeling's in-house Shared Secrets Lab (TSSL), helping companies choose gifts based on usefulness, quality, recipient preferences, and long-term value.

The right holiday gifting platform should make it easier to manage both the gift itself and everything that happens after it is selected.

See how GiftAFeeling compares with other employee gifting platforms for holiday 2026:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/best-employee-gifting-platforms-holiday-2026

When it comes to company swag, you don't have to choose between products that feel cheap and products that cost a fortun...
09/18/2026

When it comes to company swag, you don't have to choose between products that feel cheap and products that cost a fortune. Here's what's working in 2026 and how to choose swag that feels premium without the premium price tag:

What company swag feels premium without being too expensive?

Insulated drinkware, embroidered apparel, quality notebooks, wireless chargers, and durable tech accessories can feel premium without requiring a luxury budget. The biggest difference usually comes from better materials, useful design, and subtle branding rather than simply choosing a more expensive product. Well-made everyday items are more likely to feel valuable and get used repeatedly.

What are some trending swag items?

Trending company swag in 2026 includes heavyweight apparel, cozy blankets, premium insulated drinkware, useful tech accessories, bags, and travel-focused products. These items feel more like retail products than traditional giveaways and fit naturally into everyday routines such as commuting, working, travelling, and relaxing at home. PPAI research found that 73% of consumers use branded bottles or tumblers daily, while nearly 38% say tech items make a brand feel more modern and relevant.

The best swag isn't about spending more. It's about choosing products people will actually keep using.

See 49+ company swag ideas, from everyday essentials to premium picks:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/company-swag-ideas

Two questions come up in almost every swag conversation: how much should we spend, and what will people actually want to...
09/11/2026

Two questions come up in almost every swag conversation: how much should we spend, and what will people actually want to keep?

How much should a company spend on swag per employee?

A good starting point is $50–$150 per employee, depending on the occasion. One employee-gifting survey found 66% considered $50–$100 appropriate for a holiday gift, while onboarding or major milestones can justify spending toward the higher end. Prioritize one useful, well-made item over several cheaper ones.

What company swag do employees actually want?

Employees want swag they’d already buy for themselves: quality drinkware, apparel they’d wear outside work, and practical tech like power banks or chargers. ASI found 78% of consumers keep branded merchandise because they find it useful. That’s a good benchmark: if the product doesn’t fit someone’s routine or solve a real need, it’s easier to forget.

A well-chosen $50 item can outperform a poorly chosen $150 one.

See the full company swag guide, including what to look for, what to avoid, and how to choose products people are more likely to use, value, and keep:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/company-swag-idea

A bigger holiday gift box doesn't mean a better one. What matters is what's inside it, and what you leave out. What do e...
09/10/2026

A bigger holiday gift box doesn't mean a better one. What matters is what's inside it, and what you leave out.

What do employees actually want in a corporate holiday gift box?

Employees want a corporate holiday gift box filled with branded items they'll actually use, enjoy, and keep. PPAI found 77% believe holiday gifts should reflect individual preferences, while a 2025 survey found 75% would rather choose their own gift. Both point to the same thing: employees value usefulness and choice over a one-size-fits-all approach.

What should you avoid putting in a corporate holiday gift box?

Avoid filling a corporate holiday gift box with items just to make it look bigger. Skip cheap extras, oversized logos, and products that are unlikely to be useful to the recipient. PPAI found 66% would rather receive fewer, higher-quality items than more inexpensive ones. Fewer, better items usually make for a better gift than a fuller box.

A smaller box built around the right products can make a stronger impression than a fuller one built around guesswork.

See 11 corporate holiday gift box ideas, plus practical guidance on what to include, what to avoid, and how to build a box employees are more likely to use and appreciate:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/corporate-holiday-gift-box-ideas

Holiday gifting gets complicated when HR is juggling preferences, addresses, and fulfillment. The right platform should ...
09/04/2026

Holiday gifting gets complicated when HR is juggling preferences, addresses, and fulfillment. The right platform should make all three easier.

How do I choose an employee gifting platform for holiday gifts?

Choose an employee gifting platform based on recipient choice, product quality, shipping coverage, fees, minimums, reporting, and customer support. Check whether employees can choose their gift, enter their own shipping details, and receive items wherever they work. A good platform should reduce spreadsheets, inventory headaches, and the need to coordinate multiple vendors.

What is the best employee gifting platform for holiday gifting?

The best employee gifting platform combines recipient choice, quality gifts, simple address collection, reliable fulfillment, and transparent pricing. GiftAFeeling does exactly this. Employees can choose from curated gift options within a set budget, while HR avoids much of the guesswork around preferences, sizing, remote addresses, and bulk holiday fulfillment.

Recipient choice works best when it also makes holiday gifting easier for the HR team managing it.

Comparing options for your holiday gifting program? See our guide to the best employee gifting platforms.

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/best-employee-gifting-platforms-holiday-2026

Holiday gifting brings up the same question every year: how much to spend and what employees actually want. Here's what ...
09/03/2026

Holiday gifting brings up the same question every year: how much to spend and what employees actually want. Here's what the research says:

How much should I spend on holiday gifts for employees?

$50 to $100 per employee is a practical holiday gift budget for most companies. Spending more doesn't automatically make a gift more appreciated. A useful, well-made $60 gift can outperform a pricier item employees rarely use. Set a consistent budget, then focus on quality, usefulness, and giving employees some choice where possible.

What are good holiday gift ideas for employees?

Good employee holiday gifts include premium drinkware, quality apparel, blankets, tech accessories, food gifts, and recipient-choice options. GiftAFeeling's Shared Secrets Lab research points to usefulness and recipient choice as key factors in what people actually value. PPAI's 2026 research similarly found usefulness was the leading reason consumers kept branded merchandise.

A $50 to $100 budget goes a lot further when the gift is something employees will genuinely use, rather than something chosen just to hit a price point.

Looking for ideas that fit your employees, budget, and holiday gifting plans? See our 2026 holiday gift guide.

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/holiday-gift-ideas-2026

Construction crews notice fast when a gift was picked for the jobsite versus picked just to fill a box. So what actually...
08/28/2026

Construction crews notice fast when a gift was picked for the jobsite versus picked just to fill a box. So what actually makes a useful jobsite gift, and what's worth giving when the holidays come around?

What are useful jobsite gifts for construction workers?
Useful jobsite gifts for construction workers are practical, not decorative: insulated drinkware, rugged coolers, lunch bags, weather-ready workwear, portable chargers, and headlamps. These handle cold mornings, dust, and long shifts without falling apart. At GiftAFeeling, our TSSL gifting psychology research helps us recommend items crews are more likely to use, value, and keep.

What are the best holiday gifts for construction workers?
The best holiday gifts for construction workers should still be practical, but they can feel more considered than everyday jobsite gear. Premium hoodies, quality outerwear, coolers, insulated drinkware, and well-built gift kits are strong choices. GiftAFeeling’s TSSL research points to usefulness and quality as key factors, so we recommend gifts that feel worth keeping long after the season ends.

For construction crews, jobsite gifts earn their place through use. Holiday gifts earn theirs through thought. Get both right, and neither one ends up forgotten in a truck.

See 17 Holiday Gift Ideas for Construction Workers in 2026, with practical options built around real jobsite use:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/holiday-gift-ideas-construction-workers-2026

Corporate gifting in 2026 is shifting toward one idea: fewer, better gifts that people actually use and keep. Here’s wha...
08/24/2026

Corporate gifting in 2026 is shifting toward one idea: fewer, better gifts that people actually use and keep. Here’s what’s driving that shift, and where sustainability fits into it.

What are the biggest corporate gifting trends in 2026?
The biggest shifts are toward useful gifts, recipient choice, intentional branding, and fewer, better-quality products over bulk quantity. Personalization is also evolving, moving beyond a name on a product to gifts chosen around what the recipient actually needs and prefers. Our TSSL gifting psychology research, based on how recipients respond to different types of gifts, points in the same direction: start with what someone is likely to value, use, and keep.

Are sustainable corporate gifts still trending in 2026?
Yes, but sustainability is becoming more practical. PPAI research found that 68% of consumers prefer recycled or reusable materials. At GiftAFeeling, we look beyond the eco-friendly label and prioritize products that are useful and durable, built to stay in use rather than end up as waste.

A useful gift and a sustainable gift are often the same gift. The less something gets thrown away, the less waste it creates in the first place.

See the full breakdown of 2026 corporate gifting trends and what they mean for your gifting strategy:

https://www.giftafeeling.com/blogs/our-blogs/corporate-gifting-trends-2026

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