While the festive frenzy may have subsided, the opportunity for exceptional savings is just heating up. For savvy Canadian shoppers, the week following Christmas is a prime time to score significant discounts during Boxing Day sales and ongoing end-of-year promotions.
What is Boxing Day and Where to Find the Best Deals
Observed on December 26th in Canada and other Commonwealth nations, Boxing Day has evolved from its historical origins into a major retail event. Today, it's synonymous with sporting events, enjoying holiday leftovers, and, most importantly, hunting for incredible sales. Even retailers that don't formally observe the holiday are currently running deep after-Christmas or end-of-year promotions. If you're ready to spend gift cards or store credit from returns, here is a curated list of standout deals from reader-favourite brands.
Home, Fashion, and Footwear Steals
In the home category, Brooklinen has added new markdowns to its Last Call section, with savings of up to 75%. A highlight is the breathable waffle-weave blanket, now $112 for queen or king sizes, down from over $219. For footwear, Zappos' after-Christmas event features popular styles like the Hoka Gaviota 5 for $140 (was $175), New Balance 574s for $75 (was $100), and Sam Edelman's Michaela flats in 21 colours for $84 (was $140). Use code SAVE20 for an extra 20% off at checkout.
Merrell's end-of-season sale runs through January 28, offering up to 40-50% off cozy styles. The recycled-sherpa Hut Moc slipper is now $40 (was $85), and the classic Jungle Moc is $77 (was $110). For denim lovers, Abercrombie & Fitch has sitewide discounts of 20-40% through January 8, including '90s high-waisted jeans and Y2K-inspired bootcut trousers.
Tech, Beauty, and Lifestyle Essentials
Tech deals are abundant. Amazon has the powerful 2025 Apple MacBook Air with M4 chip for $799, a 25% discount off its $999 list price. The Beats Solo 4 over-ear headphones are 35% off at $130, and a 1-meter Apple USB-C to Lightning cable is 29% off at $13. Gamers should consider the Backbone mobile controller, 20% off at $79.99, for enhanced on-the-go play.
In beauty, Skinfix's Triple-Lipid Peptide Cream is 26% off, with prices starting at $14 for a travel size. Kiehl's offers 30% off sitewide, including its Amazonian clay cleansing masque for $18. The cult-favourite Glossier Balm Dot Com lip salve is 38% off at $10, and Dr. Dennis Gross's Alpha Beta Universal Daily Peel pads are 30% off, with a 30-pack for $107.
For the home, Joybird furniture is 30% off sitewide (up to 40% on select items) through January 5, with apartment-sized sectionals like the Lewis starting at $2,500. IKEA has select items discounted, including a Damascus steel vegetable knife with a maple handle for $80 (was $100). Don't miss the viral Bagsmart hanging toiletry bag, up to 50% off through January 3, and the compact Bissell Little Green Machine Mini carpet cleaner for $75 on Amazon.
Don't Miss These Additional Highlights
The savings extend further. DSW has up to 50% off clearance shoes from brands like Clarks, Cole Haan, and Nike. Saucony's flagship Ride 18 running shoes are 25% off at Zappos for $108. For skin care enthusiasts, the French pharmacy retinol balm A313 is 20% off at $34 on Amazon. Nordstrom carries a Topshop cardigan for 50% off at $35 and an enormous full-length puffer coat for 30% off at $140. Finally, Rifle Paper Co. has stationery and home goods up to 70% off through December 29, including a charming cheese-themed desk calendar for $9.
With promotions running through early January, Canadian consumers have a generous window to take advantage of these post-holiday price cuts on everything from daily essentials to luxury splurges.
