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That’s a wrap on the City’s Toy Drive in support of the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish

Thank you to the citizens of Vaughan for their generosity throughout the season

The festive season brings generosity out in people, and the citizens and businesses of Vaughan have shown it with their donations to this year’s Toy Drive. Today, the City of Vaughan wrapped up its 12th annual Toy Drive in support of the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish with approximately 19,500 toys collected and more than $30,000 in donations raised.

Since 2010, the City has collected more than 140,000 toys and raised more than $125,000 in donations for the Toy Drive from the community and through the Mayor’s Spirit of Generosity initiative. This program is one of the largest distributors of toys to those in need in the Greater Toronto Area. It also supplies registered charitable organizations, social service agencies, churches and community centres with new unwrapped toys and financial donations.

The City received tremendous support from the community, including a generous donation from RCC Media valued at $140,000 with a total of 4,500 toys.

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“I want to express my warmest and sincerest gratitude to all of our donors for their participation in the City of Vaughan’s 12th annual Toy Drive in support of the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish. It is a meaningful cause that speaks to more than just donating a toy – it is about giving hope for a better tomorrow. This year’s Toy Drive was a remarkable success, and we could not have done it without the incredible support of our community. Together, we collected 19,500 toys, which will bring joy to thousands of children in Vaughan and beyond. We are grateful to have community partners that wholeheartedly believe in sharing their blessings with others. The spirit of generosity is alive and well in our city, thanks to the compassion and commitment of our citizens and businesses to ensure no one is left behind this Christmas. There is perhaps no greater gift than putting a smile on a child’s face on Christmas morning. And thanks to our donors and their continued support, we will make a positive and meaningful difference for countless families this holiday season!"

- Mayor Maurizio Bevilacqua

QUICK FACTS

Since 2010, the City has collected more than 140,000 toys and raised more than $125,000 in donations for the Toy Drive from the community and the Mayor’s Spirit of Generosity.

This is the 55th annual CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish and the 12th year the City has participated.

This program is one of the largest distributors of toys to those in need in the Greater Toronto Area. It also supplies registered charitable organizations, social service agencies, churches and community centres with new unwrapped toys and financial donations.