Edmontonians who might need a little bit of help this season can now apply for the Christmas Bureau. The organization is able to provide Christmas meals via food hampers & gift cards, as well as gifts for younger children who may otherwise go without. Applications will be accepted until November 29, 2019.
Who qualifies:
- Residents of Edmonton in need of a Christmas meal or gifts for their children due to financial difficulties.
Residents of group homes, nursing homes, shelters, or anywhere meals are provided are not eligible to apply. Combined household incomes and dwelling ownership & value are taken into account. Copies of all requested documents need to be send in with your application and a worker may call to verify the submitted information.
How to apply:
You will need: proof of household income, proof of Edmonton residency, ID for each individual on the form and proof of dwelling ownership or rental agreement.
The Christmas Bureau of Edmonton has been helping people in need during the holiday season since 1940. They expect to be helping around 40,000 people this season, half of which are under 18. Want to help? See their website for options including volunteer opportunities here.
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