KitchenAid Stand Mixers make great gifts for culinary-minded friends and family and right now you can get a great deal on one from Amazon.ca! Right now the 300-watt mixer is just $179 with free shipping. The list price on this model is $399.99 and we see it for $249 at Futureshop and at Canadian Tire for $369.99.

This model has a 300-watt motor and comes with a 4-1/2-quart stainless steel bowl, coated flat beater, dough hook, wire whip, and pouring shield. Driving the mixer are Metal gears, and a direct drive transmission. It's a sturdy machine for sure, and user reviews on Amazon.ca give it 4.8/5 stars. Shipping is free.