Five Great Gift Ideas From Your Students’ Association
Live entertainment, Starbucks merch, exciting ways to give back, and more. Get a head start on your holiday shopping online or at Ottawa Campus with this gift guide from your Students’ Association.
Published: November 26, 2025
It’s almost that time of the year again! Get a head start on your holiday shopping with these picks from your Algonquin Students’ Association. From live entertainment at the Algonquin Commons Theatre (ACT) to exciting ways you can give back, here are five types of gift recommendations — something for everyone on your shopping list.
The Ticket to an Exciting New Year
Those post-New Year’s blues can be rough, but they don’t have to be. Give your friends and family the gift of an exciting January, February, or March with a fun night out at one of these shows:
A Guaranteed Win for Kids Aged 3–7
If you haven’t heard of Gabby’s Dollhouse, where have you been? The ACT is hosting a brand new musical live show featuring incredible puppets, dynamic staging, and songs from the hit children’s TV show. Check it out!
- 🎟️ Tickets & Info: Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! (Friday, February 27, 2026)
With nine sold-out shows under their belt, we’re confident this one’s a win for any Pink Floyd Fans in your life. Gift them tickets to see Comfortably Numb, Canada’s original live Pink Floyd experience.
- 🎟️ Tickets & Info: Comfortably Numb – A Journey Into the Mind of Pink Floyd (Saturday, January 31, 2026)
Who’s Ready for the Roasting Zone? 🔥
Have a crowdwork-loving comedy fan in your life? They’ll love this. Ian Bagg brings his lightning-fast wit and fearless humour to the ACT on Sunday, January 11. This is a one-of-a-kind night of comedy that’s anything but predictable.
- 🎟️ Tickets & Info: Ian Bagg (Sunday, January 11, 2026)
You Can Never Go Wrong With Country
The highest-selling Canadian country band is bringing their signature fusion of contemporary country and traditional bluegrass to campus. Treat the country lover in your life to a night with High Valley at the ACT.
- 🎟️ Tickets & Info: High Valley – Paradise & Hurricanes Tour (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)
Starbucks
(From left to right: Cranberry Bliss Bar, Cold Cup Ornament Keychain, Starbucks Christmas Mug, Gift Card, Coffee Press, Reusable Hot Cup Lid Stopper, Snowman Cookie, Holiday Blend.)
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It’s an easy win for any coffee lover on your list and an even easier pickup for you. Visit our Starbucks after your next class, meeting, or study sesh for cozy and caffeinated finds. From mugs to seasonal treats, you’ll find the perfect stocking stuffers.
Available while supplies last in the Student Commons (E132).
Invite Your Loved Ones to Join the Pack
Whether they’re getting comfy by the tree or repping us at a game, your favourite people would look great in these Wolves hoodies.
Pick yours up in Connections, the Campus Store (H110) or online.
Sharing a Favourite Moment From Your Year
Book a sitting to get your grad photos taken before the end of term and have memories you and your family can enjoy for years to come.
Grad Photo DetailsFor Friends You Haven’t Met
Have some room on your holiday list? Give students in need the gift of food security by donating to the SA Food Cupboard.
Need closet room for that new fit you asked for? We’ve got you. Until December 12, you can also donate gently used winter clothing — like hats, coats, mittens, and boots at the Students’ Association Front Desk (E114).
Contact the Food Cupboard at foodcupboardsa@algonquincollege.com to learn how you can make an impact.