FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, November 24, 2025
Lloydminster, AB/SK – Lloydminster’s first responders are inviting the community to help kick off the Christmas season by supporting a Food and Toy Drive supporting The Salvation Army and The Olive Tree.
On Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., residents can stop by Canadian Tire, Walmart, or Real Canadian Superstore to drop off non-perishable food items, new unwrapped toys, or monetary donations. Members of the Lloydminster RCMP, Lloydminster Fire Rescue, Municipal Enforcement, and local EMS and paramedics will be on-site throughout the day to collect donations and engage with the community.
“The holiday season can be especially challenging for many households,” said Constable Melanie Flynn, RCMP School Resource Officer. “This event brings our community together to support two organizations that make an incredible difference for local families.”
“Our first responders are not only dedicated to keeping our community safe, but also to supporting the people who call Lloydminster home,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers. “I encourage everyone who is able to contribute to this year’s drive. Even a small donation can make the season brighter for a family in need.”
Suggested Toy Donations
Art supplies
Blankets
Bluey
Craft sets
Gabby’s Dollhouse
Gift cards
LEGO
LED lights
Makeup sets
Pokemon
Sketchbooks
Spiderman
Sports balls
Squishmallows
Toys age 0-2
Suggested Food Donations
Boxed crackers
Box potatoes
Can diced tomatoes
Can vegetables
Cereal
Dry pasta (500g)
Granola bars
Kraft Dinner
Litre juice
Oatmeal
Pancake mix
Pancake syrup
Pasta sauce
Peanut butter
Sidekicks
Donations collected during the event will go directly toward the Christmas assistance programs offered by The Salvation Army and The Olive Tree, helping ensure families have access to essential food items and children and teens have gifts to open on Christmas Day.
