NEWS RELEASE
COUNTY OF SIMCOE
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On Nov. 13, the County of Simcoe Paramedic Services kicked off its 22nd annual Food and Toy Drive.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, 510 toys, 112 pounds of food, and $1,133.65 in monetary and gift card donations have already been received.
Virtual donations, as well as new, unwrapped toys and food, can be donated at various locations across Simcoe County until Dec. 20, 2024. For more information, please visit simcoe.ca/toydrive.
This coming week, volunteers will be collecting donations at:
Saturday, Nov. 23:
- Midland Walmart — 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Elmvale Foodland — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Orillia Santa Claus Parade — 5 to 7 p.m.
- Coldwater tree lighting — 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
- Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade — 5 to 7 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 24:
- Innisfil Santa Claus Parade — 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.
- Waubaushene Santa Claus Parade — 1 to 2 p.m.
To find donation locations in your community, please visit simcoe.ca/toydrive. Thank you for your continued support in making this holiday season brighter for those in need across our community.
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