The holidays are a major shopping season and with that comes plenty of holiday campaigns, some hit the right note, while others fall flat… or worse.

Let’s take a look at the best and worst holiday marketing campaigns of all time according to me, right now.

This year, many Canadians will be heading in store to find the best gifts and deals, however, for many, social media remains an important part of their buying journey. The Deloitte Holiday Retail Outlook, reported that 42% of Canadians are planning to begin their holiday shopping online this year, so, if you’re a business owner, that means that you may want to consider how you can use social media to amplify your holiday promotions.

Waiting until November to think about your Black Friday email, or until December to finalize your Christmas ad copy, means you might rush and make mistakes.

Here is your essential, early-bird holiday marketing checklist to ensure you capture maximum sales and attention this festive season.