Salvation Army Elf Helps 800 Vancouver Families at Christmas
Volunteer Pamela Nand shares her experience as an 'elf' at the Salvation Army's Christmas toy shop in Vancouver, helping parents select gifts through The Province's Empty Stocking Fund.
Volunteer Pamela Nand shares her experience as an 'elf' at the Salvation Army's Christmas toy shop in Vancouver, helping parents select gifts through The Province's Empty Stocking Fund.
Your complete guide to Christmas in Calgary for 2025. Discover festive events like Zoo Lights, free skating, and light displays, plus essential info on what's open and closed over the holidays.
Explore how Christmas in Chatham-Kent evolved from simple community gatherings in the 1850s to a more commercial holiday by 1900. Discover the festive history of this Ontario region.
A visual recap of Calgary's weekend: 340 holiday hampers delivered to veterans, a festive party for kids, and a high-scoring Flames victory. See the community in action.
The Calgary Firefighters Toy Association's 58th annual Children's Christmas Party supported over 1,600 families, distributing up to 5,000 gifts. Read how this decades-old tradition continues to spread holiday cheer.
Nova Scotia's Christmas tree farms report a significant sales increase for the 2025 season. Owners William Robichaud and Daniel Bar share insights into the holiday trend. Read more about the festive boost.
A Saskatchewan city offers a festive alternative to paying parking fines, allowing drivers to donate toys instead. Discover how this initiative spreads holiday joy for children.
CTV's Toy Mountain campaign concludes another season of giving in Barrie, collecting donations for local children. See how the community came together for the holidays.
CTV Edmonton's Toy Mountain campaign concludes successfully, gathering more than 2,000 toys for the Boys and Girls Club Big Brothers Big Sisters. Volunteers sorted donations for delivery.
The annual Toy Mountain campaign in Kitchener has successfully gathered more than 5,000 toys, ensuring a brighter Christmas for children in need across the community.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Elementary Hockey Academy held its annual fundraising game at South Side Arena, collecting toy donations for Ronald McDonald House in Edmonton. Join the community spirit.
A unique holiday auction in Nova Scotia sees bidders competing for a miniature Woody the Talking Christmas Tree. Get the festive details on this charming seasonal story.
Popular toys from films are prime targets for online scams. The BBB warns of fake, dangerous gifts. Learn how to spot counterfeit toys and protect your wallet and family.
CTV News Kitchener's 2025 Toy Mountain broadcast finale featured special guests to support the holiday charity drive. Read about the event and its impact on the community.
The Salvation Army's Toy Mountain campaign in Kitchener is experiencing a significant donation shortfall, prompting an urgent call for community support to ensure children receive gifts this holiday season.
The Salvation Army's annual Christmas toy program in Edmonton is set to distribute 4,000 gifts to local families in need this holiday season, bringing early joy to the community.
An RCMP employee faces a ticket after a police raid on a Digby-area cannabis shop. Get the details on the enforcement action and the ongoing investigation.
GTA thieves are targeting valuable Pokémon trading cards, prompting two Toronto stores to implement new security measures. Learn how local businesses are fighting back.
Krispy Kreme's new Vancouver location on West Broadway opened to massive crowds, lured by free doughnut giveaways and golden tickets for a year of monthly treats.
A Nova Scotia family delivers a truckload of toys to the IWK Health Centre in Halifax, honoring their compassionate daughter's memory and bringing joy to young patients.
Discover Japan's heartwarming holiday tradition where volunteer Toy Doctors fix broken toys for free. This annual initiative promotes sustainability and joy for children across the country.
The Salvation Army's Toy Mountain campaign in Winnipeg is significantly behind its donation target with Christmas approaching. The charity urges community support to ensure every child receives a gift.
Mastermind Toys, the beloved Canadian educational toy retailer, is pivoting its business model to launch a franchise system. This strategic shift aims to expand the brand's reach across Canada. Discover what this means for the future of toy shopping.
Popular cookie chain Crumbl has listed job openings for two new locations in Winnipeg, signaling a major expansion into the Manitoba market. Discover the details and what it means for local dessert lovers.
Dan 'Can Man Dan' Johnstone launches his 15th annual holiday donation drive in Edmonton, collecting food and toys for those in need. Learn how to contribute.
Daniel 'Can Man Dan' Johnstone begins his 15th annual winter campout in Edmonton, aiming to collect 50,000 lbs of food and $50k in toys. His personal journey fuels the mission.
Running late for Christmas? This Best Choice Products 6-foot pre-lit artificial tree is on sale for under $100. Available in multiple colours, it's a sturdy, reviewer-loved option to save you time and money.
Elementary students across Windsor demonstrate the spirit of giving, collecting a massive haul of food, toys, and gifts for those in need this holiday season.
Two beloved Edmonton bakeries, Duchess Bake Shop and Brio Bakery, are experiencing significant benefits from the city's growing food and beverage sector. Discover how local support fuels their success.
Ottawa firefighters delivered a massive supply of toys to the Toy Mountain campaign headquarters at Carlingwood Shopping Centre on December 4, 2025, bringing holiday cheer to children in need.