NEWS RELEASE
TOWN OF INNISFIL
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Innisfil town council joined Community for Kids (C4K) to kick off their 2024 Toy Drive at town hall on Nov. 13.
The annual campaign invites community members to donate new, unwrapped toys, non-perishable food items and gift cards to support local families in need.
“The holidays can be a stressful time for families, especially when faced with financial difficulties,” says Mayor Lynn Dollin. “C4K’s work not only eases that burden but also spreads holiday cheer in the form of much-needed support and joy. It’s an inspiring example of what can happen when community members pull together.”
Residents are encouraged to drop off donations at Innisfil Town Hall (2101 Innisfil Beach Rd.) during operating hours and at other participating locations:
- A Taste of Europe — 1335 Killarney Beach Rd.
- Cookstown Antique Market — 5108 Simcoe County Rd. 27
- Innisfil ideaLAB & Library (Stroud Branch) — 7883 Yonge St.
- Royal Canadian Legion Branch 547 — 1017 Robinson St.
- Mad Hatter’s Table — 3A King St. S.
- Miss Jennie’s Performing Arts Studio — 847 Innisfil Beach Rd.
- Mr. Sub — 1070 Innisfil Beach Rd.
- Odette Novielli Desjardins Insurance — 1-7869 Yonge St.
- RBC Royal Bank — 1501 Innisfil Beach Rd.
- Sunset Grill — 1472 Innisfil Beach Rd.
- The Cove Cafe — 902 Lockhart Rd.
- Tim Hortons — 2098 Commerce Park Dr.
- The Last Shot — 4171 Innisfil Beach Rd. (Thornton)
Monetary donations are also accepted through CanadaHelps.
“The need for support continues to grow, reflecting the increased challenges that come with rising costs of basic necessities like food, gas, and rent,” says Myrlene Boken, C4K president. “In 2023, we were able to assist 205 families, totalling over 700 individuals — primarily children and teens. We’re so thankful to our generous community members and businesses for contributing their time, money, and word of mouth to grow our services.”
C4K was founded more than 25 years ago and became a registered charity in 2012. Learn more about C4K at communityforkids.ca.
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