Share A Christmas

Centre 55’s Share a Christmas Program is dedicated to spreading joy and support to families and those in need, ensuring that everyone can experience the magic of Christmas. Our Program provides local individuals and families with grocery gift cards and unwrapped toys over the holidays.

Grocery Gift Cards

We understand that putting food on the table is a top priority for all families, especially during the holiday. That’s why we provide grocery gift cards to help alleviate the financial burden and ensure that families have access to a nutritious meal during the festive time.

Toy Drive and Teen Program

Every child deserves to experience the joy of a gift on Christmas morning. Through our various fundraising and toy drives, we collect donations of new, unwrapped toys and teen gifts and gift cards from generous members, organizations and businesses in the community. These gifts are distributed, making Christmas morning a little brighter.

Volunteer Opportunities

The heart of our program lies in the dedication and compassion of our volunteers. From sorting and packing toys to assisting with distribution, there are plenty of opportunities for community members to get involved and help make a difference in the lives of others.

Spreading Holiday Cheer

Beyond the tangible support we provide, our program is also about spreading holiday cheer and a fostering a sense of community spirit. Through small acts of kindness and generosity, we aim to create lasting memories and bring joy to those that we serve.

Community Collaboration

Our program is made possible through the generous support and collaboration of local businesses, organizations, and community members. Together, we work tirelessly to collect donations, organize and distribute throughout our community.

Empowering Families

Ultimately, our goals is to empower families to celebrate Christmas in dignity and joy. By providing essential resources and a sense of belonging to make the holiday season a little brighter for everyone in our community.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications for our Share A Christmas Program are now open!

Please check if you live within the boundaries described below to determine which services you are eligible for, and which forms need to be submitted.

If You Live WITHIN These Boundaries

You are eligible for grocery gift cards for your family and toys for your children to be delivered to your home (delivery date TBA). If you do not have children in the household, you can still fill out the form to receive grocery gift cards, to be picked up from Centre 55.

If You Live OUTSIDE of These Boundaries

You are only eligible for toys for your children 12 years old and younger through our Emergency Toy Program.
You can call 311 to check if there are any agencies offering Christmas assistance in your area.

ADOPT A FAMILY OR SENIOR

Centre 55's Adopt a Senior & Adopt a Family programs are a very special and intimate way of helping a neighbourhood family or senior during Christmas. Individuals or businesses will be matched with a family or senior in need, and will personally provide them with food goods and gifts to help support them during the Christmas season.

Applications and program guidelines to become an adopter are now available below, but matching will not begin until November 11th.

How You Can Help

For more information about how you can support this wonderful program, you can read our 'How You Can Help' guidelines
It’s only through the incredible generosity of our community that this program is possible. Please consider donating, and receive a tax receipt to Hamper’s Share a Christmas!