The Salvation Army Christmas Kettle Campaign Kicks Off For Nov. 16

The Salvation Army Christmas Kettles will kick off on Nov. 16th at 11 a.m. at Lansdowne Place near the food court, accepting donations to redistribute throughout the community.

Photo courtesy of the Salvation Army Peterborough Temple.

Mayor Jeff Leal is helping kick off the campaign’s first day as a City of Peterborough representative.

This year, a goal of $110,000 was set, up from $100,000 met last year.

The Salvation Army in Peterborough strives to help those in Peterborough and the surrounding area who need it the most. They do that through their Food Bank, Breakfast Program, Christmas food assistance, the Christmas Toy Shop, and various other programs.

The Salvation Army is also needing volunteers for this year’s campaign. There are roughly five shifts per kettle daily. Some days may require up to 30 volunteers, according to a press release.

Any interested volunteers can contact Brian Lee, volunteer coordinator at 705-742-4391 Ext. 225 or by email at Peterborough.Christmas@salvationarmy.ca.

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Salvation Army Offering Christmas Assistance Giving Out Toys and Food

The Salvation Army is offering ‘Christmas Assistance’ by giving toys and food to anyone in need for the holiday season.

Photo courtesy of the Salvation Army/

The program runs from Nov. 20 to Dec. 15 at the Salvation Army Church on 219 Simcoe St.

Appointments must be booked to participate, as the Salvation Army is accepting them beginning Monday by calling 705-742-4391.

The following are the requirements to be eligible for the assistance:

• Identification for each family member

• Proof of current address

• Verification of income (pay stub, OW/ODSP stub) for everyone in the family

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PtboPics: 1,700 Hampers Given Out Across The City On Saturday

It was overwhelming to see the amount of volunteers that were up bright and early Saturday morning at the Salvation Army to help with the delivery of 1,700 hampers to those in the city that need a little extra support this holiday season. 

Above: Volunteers ready to lend helping hand

[Contributed by PtboCanada's Julie Morris]

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