A grassroots community outreach in Wasaga Beach and Clearview, Ont., is approaching its tenth year of providing gifts, household essentials, and family meals to those in need during the holidays.
Closet Share, a Sudbury non-profit, can accept clothing donations again after a new deal with Value Village clears its backlog. The charity provides free clothing to those in need.
A heartwarming Nova Scotia initiative, Alyssa's Angels Jammies for Grammies, donates cozy pajamas to seniors for Christmas. See how this community effort is spreading holiday cheer.
The Salvation Army's iconic Christmas kettle campaign in London, Ontario, has seen donations plummet by nearly half due to a critical shortage of volunteers. Learn how this impacts community services.
Youth Haven Canada has revealed its new emergency shelter on Wellington St. East in Barrie, providing critical support for at-risk youth. Get the details on this vital community resource.
Windsor's Downtown Mission prepares a holiday meal for the community as leadership confirms its Ouellette Avenue location is not permanent. Join the gathering for support and connection.
Athletes in Calgary are pushing their limits at the Sledathon to raise crucial funds for the Owen Hart Foundation's Christmas Project, supporting local families and veterans. Discover how you can contribute.
Students at École St. Augustin formed a remarkable human chain to deliver food donations, addressing a critical 30% surge in demand at the Garson Food Bank. Read about this inspiring act of community support.
The Lethbridge Hurricanes visited Chinook Regional Hospital to deliver teddy bears collected during their annual toss, bringing smiles to young patients just before the holidays.
The Salvation Army's Santa's Anonymous program is distributing toys to families in Regina this holiday season, ensuring children experience the magic of Christmas.
A community initiative led by students from James Hamblin School and local businesses has successfully donated over 4,000 pounds of food to the Qu'Appelle food bank, showcasing powerful local support.
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.
The Salvation Army's Christmas Assistance Program continues in London, Ontario, providing essential support to families in need during the holiday season. Learn about the community effort.
Community volunteers in Kitchener are hard at work preparing outdoor ice rinks, including the popular rink at Conway Park, for the winter skating season. Get the details on this local effort.
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.
The Business Cares Food Drive in London is in its final week. Learn about this crucial community effort to support local food banks before the campaign concludes.
The Calgary Food Bank has launched a new downtown location modeled after a grocery store, allowing clients to choose their own food using a points system. The pilot project aims to address urban food insecurity with dignity and autonomy. Learn how this in
The Calgary Food Bank has officially launched a new downtown facility to provide more accessible food support to residents in need. Learn more about this vital community expansion.
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.
The Ottawa Senators' Ignite Hope Telethon was a heartwarming success, raising over $168,000. The event highlighted stories of resilience from children and youth supported by local charities.
Edmonton Oil Kings defencemen Ethan MacKenzie and Blake Fiddler will wear special uniforms for the team's Teddy Bear Toss game next month, a beloved holiday tradition. See the unique designs.
Fire Hall 3 in Oro-Medonte opens its doors for its yearly food drive on December 7, 2025. The community event aims to gather essential donations for local families in need this holiday season.
HEROS Hockey and North Star Cares teamed up for a heartwarming Teddy Bear Toss at Max Bell arena, collecting 300 bears for donation to the Calgary Hitmen for distribution.
The 77th annual CTV Lions Children's Christmas Telethon in Sudbury upheld a beloved northern tradition, raising $357,742 for local children's charities. See how the community came together.
Montreal's Chez Doris shelter announces new emergency winter resources to protect vulnerable women from the cold. Learn how the community can support this vital initiative.
The Saint John Police Force's annual Holiday in a Box initiative is in its final push to deliver festive meals to local families in need this December. Discover how the community can help.
Shelter Nova Scotia's CEO discusses their Holiday Wish List initiative, aiming to support vulnerable individuals in local communities during the festive season. Learn how you can contribute.
Sarah, a Montreal mother of two, cannot work due to her son's severe autism. New to Canada, she faces maxed-out credit cards and hopes the Christmas Fund can help. Read her story and learn how to donate.
The Winnipeg Repair Education and Cycling Hub held its 15th annual Cycle of Giving event on Dec. 6, 2025, providing free bike repairs and fostering community spirit in Lord Roberts. Discover how this initiative strengthens local bonds.