Canadian shoppers looking for the perfect tech gifts this holiday season can score significant savings during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales events. Retailers have already begun rolling out deep discounts on popular electronics, from gaming gear to smart home devices, making this an ideal time to cross items off your shopping list.
Early Black Friday Tech Deals Already Live
Many retailers have launched their Black Friday promotions ahead of the official November 28 date, hoping to capture early holiday shoppers. With the Canadian dollar exchange rate making cross-border shopping less appealing, local deals provide excellent value for consumers seeking quality electronics at reduced prices.
The shopping period runs from mid-November through early December, with some promotions specifically timed for Black Friday weekend and Cyber Monday on December 1.
Gaming and Entertainment Discounts
Ubisoft's Just Dance 2026 Edition sees a substantial price reduction during the sale period. Normally priced at $64.99, the family-friendly dancing game drops to $39.99 from November 20 through December 3. The latest installment features 40 new tracks, a Party Mode with story elements, and special content including a Bluey Medley for younger players.
For serious gamers, the ViewSonic XG2431 gaming monitor offers professional-grade performance at a discounted rate. Reduced from $399 to $299, this 24-inch monitor boasts a 240Hz refresh rate and lightning-fast response time under 0.5 milliseconds, making it ideal for competitive gaming across various genres.
Computing and Smart Home Innovations
The innovative ASUS Zenbook DUO laptop features a unique dual-screen design that provides nearly 20 inches of workspace in a portable format. Normally retailing for $2,199, this versatile Windows 11 device sees a $700 price cut, bringing it down to $1,499 during specific promotional windows in November and December.
Smart home enthusiasts can invest in the Roborock Qrevo Curv S5x robotic vacuum, which drops from $1,499 to $849. This advanced cleaner includes FlexiArm technology for reaching corners, powerful 18,500 Pa suction, and a multifunctional dock that handles charging, debris disposal, and mop cleaning automatically.
Home Entertainment and Storage Solutions
Television shoppers can save up to $700 on LG's OLED evo AI C5 4K Smart TV, available in sizes ranging from 42 to 83 inches. This premium display combines LG's acclaimed OLED technology with AI-enhanced processing and features a 144Hz refresh rate ideal for gaming.
For those preferring projection systems, Epson's LifeStudio Flex Plus Projector sees a $100 reduction to $1,199 from November 26 through December 11. This portable 4K projector can display images up to 150 inches and includes built-in Google TV and Bose audio technology.
Storage needs are covered by the Sandisk Extreme Plus microSD card, which drops dramatically from $199 to $89 for the 512GB version throughout November at Amazon.ca. The high-speed card offers read speeds up to 200MB per second, making it suitable for cameras, mobile devices, and laptops.
Cybersecurity Shopping Tips
As online shopping activity increases, cybersecurity becomes increasingly important. RBC's Be Cyber Aware portal recommends several precautions for safe holiday shopping:
Be skeptical of deals that seem too good to be true and always verify prices across multiple retailers before purchasing. Avoid opening unsolicited emails or text messages containing shopping links, and use credit cards for purchases whenever possible due to their built-in fraud protection.
Always check for "https" in the website address or the padlock icon in your browser before entering payment information to ensure your transaction remains secure during the busy shopping season.
