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Christmas Cheer helps families and individuals in Barrie, Innisfil, Essa and Oro-Medonte who need a little extra help at Christmas.
Who is eligible for help?
Christmas Cheer is for people who work but don't earn enough to cover the extras at Christmas, people receiving financial assistance or none at all, grandparents raising grandkids, young parents of small children, single parents, married parents, families and single people too.
You need to live in:
- Barrie
- Innisfil
- Essa
- Oro-Medonte
Apply to one organization only. If you apply for or receive Christmas help through another agency, you will not qualify for Christmas Cheer.
What every family receives
- Grocery gift cards for a full Christmas dinner
- Packaged food for the week
- A new toy for each child
- A gift card for each teen
How to apply
It's quick and easy when you have your documents ready.
Gather your documents
Use the checklist below so you have everything before you start.
Apply online
Fill in the form on a phone, tablet or computer and upload photos of your documents.
We review it
Our volunteers check every application and may call you if anything is missing.
Pick up your Christmas
Once you're approved, we'll let you know when and where to pick up.
Documents you'll need
Please have everything ready before you apply. You'll upload proof of income, so a phone, tablet or computer is needed.
Identification
- ID with your current addressPhoto ID preferred. If it shows an old address, add a current bill.
- ID for each childOr custody documents. Report cards for teens aged 17 and 18.
- Proof of permanent residence
Income
- Pay stubs or pay summariesOr a bank statement showing your pay deposits.
- Child Tax CreditA bank statement showing the deposit.
- Any other supportChild support, boarders and other benefits.
Monthly expenses
- HousingRent receipts, lease, or mortgage and property tax.
- UtilitiesGas and hydro bills.
- TransportationBus passes, or car payment and insurance.
- Work and other costsDaycare, safety boots, union dues, child support you pay, or medication not covered by a plan.
Ready to apply?
Need a hand with the online form? Call us at 705-730-0449 and press 1.