The top three gifts Vancouver teachers want are classroom supplies, cash or gift cards, and handwritten letters.
Teachers often pay out of pocket for classroom supplies, so receiving them as a gift helps alleviate that financial burden.
While some teachers prefer cash, many feel more comfortable receiving gift cards from retailers they enjoy, as cash can feel like a bribe.
The number one gift Vancouver teachers do not want is alcohol, specifically booze.
Some teachers, particularly those who enjoy drinking, prefer receiving alcohol like wine as it feels more personal and appreciated than other gifts.
The most surprising gift teachers do not want is mugs, as many teachers already have an abundance of them in their staff rooms.
31% of people are ready to change up their traditional Christmas dinner and try something new.
A popular alternative to traditional Christmas dinner is pizza, which topped the poll as a desired option.
Asking about dinosaurs is a good icebreaker for kids because most kids have a favorite dinosaur, which helps them open up and engage in conversation.
Only 41% of adults could identify their favorite dinosaur, showing a gap in knowledge compared to children.
The Stanley Park Christmas train was shut down due to fumes spewing into the operator's face, requiring medical attention.
10,000 tickets have been refunded so far due to the Christmas train shutdown.
A retro drink making a comeback for holiday parties is hot Dr. Pepper, which was popular in the 1960s.
The Kelsey household has rules like no toys requiring more than five minutes of assembly, no glitter, and no toys with volume control issues.
We were surprised to see what topped a national poll of what teachers DON'T want for Christmas. Do Vancouver teachers agree?
Also...
More and more people are getting tired of a traditional Christmas dinner. What do they want instead?
Do you have rules you ask friends & family to follow when it comes to giving your kids gifts?