Laird Township · Community
Help a neighbour have a brighter Christmas. Every can, pair of mittens and dollar stays right here in our community.
Run by the Echo Bay and Bar River United Church Outreach Committee, with help from the Laird Recreation Committee.
November 29
Last day to ask for help
December 12
Last day to drop off donated items
Thank you, friends and neighbours
Your kindness and generosity in past years has made a real difference for families facing difficult times. As Christmas approaches, the Outreach Committee is once again collecting items and donations for this year’s Christmas Cheer Baskets.
Three ways to give
The wish list
These items are greatly appreciated for this year’s baskets:
Especially needed: canned meat and canned fruit.
Where to drop off items
Please bring donations before December 12, 2026.
Laird Township Office
3 Pumpkin Point Road, Echo Bay
Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closed Wednesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day.
Heritage Home Hardware
Echo Bay
While you’re there, be sure to check out the Angel Tree.
The Angel Tree
Would you like to buy a gift for a child? Be sure to check out the Angel Tree at Heritage Home Hardware.
Financial donations
Financial contributions are welcome and will receive an official tax receipt.
By credit card
Donate online through CanadaHelps. On the donation form, under “Apply your donation to a fund set up by this charity,” choose Outreach from the drop-down list.
Donate on CanadaHelps to Echo Bay United Church (opens in a new tab)By e-Transfer
Send to echobaruc@gmail.com and mark it Outreach.
By cheque
Payable to Echo Bay United Church Outreach, mailed to:
Box 447
Echo Bay, ON P0S 1C0
Could you use a little help this Christmas?
If you live in the P0S 1C0 area, please reach out by November 29.
Thank you for helping make a difference in our community this Christmas.
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