Leduc shop's food drive targets 20,000 items for local bank
The Hobby Spot & QCB in Leduc is motivating the community with a major food drive, aiming to collect 20,000 items for the local food bank by Saturday, December 20, 2025.
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N.S. family starts IWK toy drive to honor late daughter
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.
Japan's Toy Hospitals Offer Free Holiday Repairs
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.
Salvation Army Toy Mountain donations lagging in Winnipeg
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.
Some Essex Residents Still Without New Recycling Carts
Some Essex County residents are still waiting for new recycling carts as Windsor-Essex transitions its blue box program. Key details on the rollout and what it means for 2026.
Mastermind Toys to enter franchise business
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.
Urgent Call for Plasma Donations in Ottawa
Canadian Blood Services issues an urgent appeal for plasma donors in Ottawa. Your donation is critical for life-saving treatments. Find out how you can help today.
Can Man Dan's 15th Year of Edmonton Holiday Donations
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.
Can Man Dan Marks 15 Years of Holiday Food & Toy Drive
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.
$10M Gift to University of Saskatchewan School for the Arts
University of Saskatchewan alumni Bob Xu and Linda Chen donate $10 million to the School for the Arts, honoring outgoing President Peter Stoicheff. The transformative gift will fund curriculum, theatre expansion, and student support.
Halifax pauses e-scooter, e-bike program until spring
The City of Halifax is suspending its shared e-scooter and e-bike program for the winter months. The service will resume in the spring of 2026. Learn the details and reasons behind the seasonal pause.
Windsor students collect thousands of donations
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.
Ottawa art collector's remission after gifting entire collection
Bill Staubi, Ottawa's prolific art collector, gave away his vast collection after a terminal cancer diagnosis. In a remarkable twist, his cancer disappeared. Discover his story of art, community, and an unexpected second chance.
Ottawa firefighters deliver thousands of toys for Toy Mountain
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.
$2M gift funds women's health research chair at IWK
A transformative $2 million donation to the IWK Foundation establishes the Dr. Margaret Oulton Accelerate Chair in Women+ Health Research, promising major advances in care.
Toy Mountain Donations Accepted at Senators Game
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Ottawa Senators' Country Night game to support CTV and MOVE 100's Toy Mountain campaign. Help make a child's holiday brighter.
Donations for Jamaica stolen from Mississauga storage unit
A massive haul of donations destined for hurricane victims in Jamaica was stolen from a Mississauga storage unit. Volunteer Michael Bennett shares the devastating impact. Read more.
Calgary fan collects 700+ bears for Hitmen Teddy Bear Toss
Calgarian Shannon Fox is on a mission to collect over 700 stuffed animals for the Calgary Hitmen's annual Teddy Bear Toss on December 7. The event aims to gather 30,000 bears for charity.
Dell family donates $6B to 'Trump accounts' for kids
Michael and Susan Dell announce a historic $6 billion donation to fund accounts for 25 million American children. Get the full details on this major philanthropic move.
Windsor Blood Donation Centre Now Accepts Whole Blood
Windsor's Plasma Donor Centre is fully booked after starting to accept whole blood donations. Canadian Blood Services cites soaring demand, with appointments needed to support a critical national supply.
Rogers Sugar Employees Keep 40-Year Charity Tradition Alive
For nearly four decades, Rogers Sugar employees in Vancouver have run a holiday raffle for The Province's Empty Stocking Fund, raising thousands for local children. Learn how this union-driven tradition thrives.
Giving Tuesday Boost for Edmonton Charities with Matched Funds
EPCOR's dollar-for-dollar match on Giving Tuesday is amplifying donations for Edmonton's Bissell Centre and YESS, providing critical winter support for families and youth in need. Discover how community generosity is making a difference.
Hamilton program converts parking tickets into toys
The City of Hamilton launches a festive initiative allowing residents to pay off parking tickets by donating new, unwrapped toys. A creative way to give back this holiday season.
Hamilton parking tickets now fund toy donations
The City of Hamilton launches a seasonal initiative allowing residents to pay parking fines with new toy donations, supporting local families in need this holiday season. Learn how to participate.
Canada Joins EU's €150B SAFE Defence Program
Canada secures historic entry into the EU's SAFE defence procurement fund, aiming to reduce military reliance on the U.S. and open new opportunities for Canadian defence firms. Read the details.
Community saves Montreal toy store from postal disruption
A St-Jerome toy store, Sauterelles et Coccinelles, faced holiday ruin due to Canada Post issues. Owner Dominique Brais shares how local support turned crisis into a heartwarming success story.
Winnipeg Toy Mountain adds new donation sites for 2025
Winnipeg's Toy Mountain campaign adds new drop-off locations to meet rising holiday demand. Donate a new, unwrapped toy at Access Storage and other sites across the city.
Teen collects 3,315 items for St. Stephen Food Bank
Gavin Stubbert's remarkable food drive gathered 3,315 essential items for the St. Stephen Food Bank, demonstrating youth leadership in community support during challenging times.
London Fire Hall Toy Drive Brings Holiday Joy to Community
London firefighters host annual Lights and Sirens Toy Drive at Horton Street Fire Hall, collecting gifts for children in need this holiday season. Join the effort to spread cheer!
Veterans Food Bank donations down 80%, needs help
The Veterans Association Food Bank in Calgary reports an 80% decline in donations, putting veteran support services at risk. Community assistance urgently needed.
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