Finding the perfect gift for Dad

Father's Day is a great opportunity to show dad just how much he means to you, but finding that perfect gift can be challenging. The shopping experts at Canadian Tire have these tips to help you uncover some great gift ideas:

• Find out about upcoming home projects and determine what tools, materials or accessories dad will need to complete them.

• Look for dad's favorite catalogue or flyer and check for folded corners or marked pages to get an idea of things that caught his eye.

• In the weeks before Father's Day, listen for hints or stories about out of date or broken items and replace them with something that will help make everyday jobs easier.

• Spend a day shopping with dad and take note of the aisles he spends the most time in or items he points out.

• Think about dad's favorite hobbies and if there is anything new that would make it easier or more fun.

• Take note of positive remarks about items he saw at a neighbor's or friend's house.

• Buy something that you and dad can enjoy doing together, like a project or game.

• Ask family and friends for suggestions they might have.

• Still not sure what to get for dad? Visit a store like Canadian Tire for a gift card in many denominations, which will allow him to buy whatever he wants.

• Father's Day doesn't have to be all about gifts. If you are on a tight budget, but still want to do something special for dad, make him breakfast in bed, wash his car or just put some time aside to spend with him doing something he loves, like playing baseball, fishing or going on a bike ride.

- News Canada