What is considered a gift?

Gifts may include:

  • meals, beverages or other hospitality
  • invitations to receptions
  • money in any form (cash, cheque, bank draft, gift certificate)
  • tangible gifts such as gift baskets, alcoholic beverages, flowers, chocolate, art, or jewelry
  • tickets to sporting, cultural or speaking events
  • box seats
  • VIP passes not available to the public
  • a service (spa, ski pass)
  • use of property or facilities (use of a vehicle, golf facilities, hotel room, residence, or other accommodation)
  • sponsored travel (including flights, ferry, taxi, parking, accommodation or any other travel related expenses)