Aren’t Moms the best! I don’t know what I would do without my Mom. She always offers us so much unconditional love and support. People often say that motherhood is the hardest job but also the most rewarding job. There are so many reasons to celebrate our mothers every day but Mother’s Day gives us an opportunity to go that extra mile to honour this very special woman in our lives and to make her feel extra special. Mother’s Day in Ottawa is tough this year with quarantine, but don’t let that stop you from celebrating this amazing woman. Here’s a roundup of some of the best things to do this Mother’s Day in Ottawa:
Spoil Your Mom With A New Pair of Sunnies and A Future Adventure
Since we’re limited for ideas on Mother’s Day in Ottawa this year, why not pick something fun to do in the future. Choose a sunny adventure and pair it with a new pair of sunnies she’s sure to love.
Right now you can score a pair of sunnieS $100 off until May 15th at Wellington Vision Care with code: LITTLEMISS100SUN.
Want to try them on in person? Purchase a gift card and go with your mom to pick a pair out before your adventure.
This give also gives back because for every purchase they’re donating $5 to Mealshare.
This new business is locally owned and supporting them right now will help cover costs and sustain their volunteer urgent eye care clinic. You can also support them through the purchase of a gift card.
Click here to find some fun ideas of things you can do together at a future date.
Enjoy Some Classy Cocktails With A Virtual Cheers
This Mother’s Day in Ottawa, treat the lovely lady in your life to an interactive and fun virtual cocktail class. This gift is perfect for the mimosa lover and anyone big on bubbly. This gift is equal parts educational and entertaining! This intimate group experience is full of learning, laughter, and indulgence.
A cocktail kit is delivered to your door with all local ingredients (honey from Bee Savvy, fresh-pressed juice from Pure Kitchen, a bottle of sparkling from Kin Vineyards, local citrus garnish, and two cookies from The Pie Bar) and a virtual cocktail class with Kasey from Cellar82, Sunday at 1:00. Make sure to book your spot in advance.
Treat Your Mom To Cozy Comforts
Boogie + Birdie has plenty of goodies your Mom is sure to love. From candles, jewellery, self-care and more, why not put together a fun gift basket full of goodies 🙂 They have contactless pick-up available so you don’t have to wait too long for her gift.
For the Book Loving Mom
Treat her to the next books on her shelf. You can purchase locally at Perfect Books, Black Squirrel Books, and Octopus Books.
Create A Gift Package of Local Made Goods
Freewheeling Craft has a wonderful selection of local made goods. From candles, jewellery, artwork and more, there’s plenty that’s sure to catch your eye for your Mom (and yourself as well 😉 ) They have contactless delivery on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
For the Mom That Loves Beer
Order her a variety of beer from a local brewery, Kichessipi. Spend more than $40 and they’ll deliver free anywhere in Ottawa. Make sure to include their new beer, Warrior Woman, to celebrate how incredible and strong your Mom is.
Find The Perfect Card
The Gifted Type has the best cards in town. They have a wide-variety from funny to heartfelt, but not cringey! Find the perfect card to show your Mom you care. Pair it with one of their fun journals or a puzzle if your Mom could use some time to unwind.
They have contactless pick-up, bike delivery and Canada post options available.
Treat Her To A Perfect Bouquet
Surprise your Mom with a stunning bouquet of flowers from a local flower shop. Find a nearby shop:
Elgin Street: Scrims Florist, Bel Fiore
Little Italy: Plant and Curio
Westboro: Flowers Talk Tivoli
Wellington West: Blumenstudio
East End: Beaudry Flowers
Ottawa Flower Market (collection of vendors)
Enjoy a Virtual Brunch
Mulligans Golf Bar is providing everything you need for the ultimate Mother’s Day in Ottawa brunch. Treat her to a quiche, home fries and one of their cocktail kits. If your Mom’s a fan of caesars you have to get the Tiberius Caesar Kit that’s sure to impress her. Have it dropped off at her house and enjoy it together virtually. Purchase in advance here.
Zak’s Diner has put together a wonderful Mother’s Day combo that includes her favourite brunch dish, a card and a bar of soap from Milk Shop Ottawa. Choose from their 2 or 4 people combo’s and celebrate with her virtually.
A Curated Gift Package That Celebrates Canadian Makers
Maker House has made Mother’s Day in Ottawa easy with their ready to go gift packages that celebrate Canadian makers. Choose the curated package your Mom would like best. Each one comes with a card and they’ll even write a message for your Mom inside it. Enjoy free delivery in Ottawa and free shipping across Canada.
Treat Her to Dinner
Taj Indian Cuisine is family run and has delicious Indian dishes. They have a special menu for Mother’s Day in Ottawa that includes free dessert. Choose from their menu for 2, 4 or 6 people. Send dinner to your Mom and then enjoy it virtually together.
For The Mom That Loves Cooking
For the Mom that loves to cook, you need to check out Pot and Pantry. From fun kitchenware to cocktail kits, you’re sure to find something she’ll love. They also sell lots of fun pantry items like these hazelnut spreads. Contactless pick-up is available.
Gifts She’ll Want To Wear Everywhere
Mom always puts everyone else first so why not treat her to something that will have her feel amazing from Road Trip and Trust Fund. They quickly sold out of their Mother’s Day packages but keep posted for some more to come. You could also purchase a gift card and have a future shopping date with your Mom.
Local Wine For A Special Afternoon
Kin Vineyards has put together a special package to treat your Mom to plenty of local goodies. It includes a bottle of Kin Vineyards Wine, Hummingbird Chocolate, Bee Savvy Honey and body care products, and Tasha’s table preserves.
For The Mom That Loves Jewellery
Looking for jewellery as a gift for Mother’s Day in Ottawa? True Bijoux has plenty of options to fit her style. Check out their Petit Bijoux line for stylish pieces and great prices. They’re designed in-store by owner Lindsay herself.
For the Mom That Needs Some Time For Self-Care
Bee Savvy has put together a gift set full of goodies for your Mom to take some time out for herself. It includes a candle, lipbalm, honey as sweet as her and more.
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Spending mother’s day here would have been perfect. Any mother would feel very special!