Last-minute ways to give back this holiday season in Toronto

It’s not too late to make a difference this holiday season in Toronto. If you’ve been hoping to give back before Christmas arrives, there’s still time to do so; it’s just a matter of finding the right organizations. I’ve put together a list of places still in need of volunteers, donations, and support, so you don’t have to. ‘Tis the season after all!

People

• Holland Bloorview – Hospital
• SickKids – Hospital
• Princess Margaret Cancer Centre (UHN) – Hospital
• Canadian Mental Health Association –  Organization
• United Way Greater Toronto – Organization
• Good Shepherd – Organization
• Yonge Street Mission – Organization
• Haven on the Queensway – Organization
• Fred Victor – Organization
• Covenant House – Organization
• The Salvation Army Canada – Organization
• Scott Mission – Organization
• Sistering – Organization

Animals

• Toronto Humane Society – Organization
• Save Our Scruff – Organization
• Toronto Cat Rescue – Organization
• Toronto SPCA – Organization
• Toronto Wildlife Centre – Organization
• North Toronto Cat Rescue – Organization
• Toronto Animal Services – Organization

Volunteer Opportunities

• Meals on Wheels – Food runners
• St. John the Compassionate Mission – Drop-in breakfast program workers
• College-Montrose Children’s Place – Food organization and prep
• Yonge Street Mission – Food prep
• Better Living Health and Community Services – Friendly visitors
• Fred Victor Centre – Barbers and hairdressers
• Circle of Care, Sinai Health System – Grocery shoppers

While these are just some of the places you can show support before the holidays, all of these organizations and spots take donations and have volunteer opportunities year-round.

Happy holidays, Toronto.

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