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Recognizing the Season of Giving

Annual holiday season of giving

At FirstOntario, the season of giving officially kicks off right before the holidays. But we believe in supporting our communities through donations and by giving our time to make an impact all year round.

Here are some of the ways we're working to make a difference

CHCH Christmas Toy Drive ❐, opens in a new tab

Donate to the annual CHCH Toy Drive and make a difference during the holidays.

FirstOntario supports food banks and more, opens in a new tab

We’re giving to local food banks, student nutrition programs and supporting many different organizations through our Blue Wave employee volunteer program.

We're committed to being a good neighbour

View upcoming events we are supporting within our communities.

Now – more than ever – our support can make a difference to those in need

Here is a quick reference to items that are currently in demand

Please consider making a non-perishable donation to your local food bank.

Pasta and pasta sauces

Canned or dry

Canned and frozen meats and fish

Meat alternatives

Peanut butter, soy, assorted nuts

Canned goods

Beans, soups, stews

Beverages

Juice boxes, powdered milk, bottled water

Canned vegetables and fruits

Whole grain cereals

Infant foods and Baby formula

Children’s prepackaged snacks

Personal hygiene products

NIAGARA

HAMILTON

HALTON

WESTERN

Community Care St. Catharines and Thorold

Project Share Niagara Falls

The Hope Centre Welland

Start Me Up Niagara

Hamilton Food Share

Ancaster Community Services

Neighbour to Neighbour

Brantford Food Bank

Good Shepherd

Burlington Food Bank

Fare Share Food Bank Oakville

Cayuga Food Bank

Simcoe Caring Cupboard Food Bank

Tillsonburg – Helping Hand Food Bank

Woodstock – Salvation Army

Norwich – Salvation Army

Ingersoll – Salvation Army

Chatham Outreach for Hunger

Find out where you can make a difference in your community