Canoe FM will be collecting new, unwrapped toys and gift cards for kids and teens up to 18 years old until November 30th. Your gift will go directly to local families through our community food banks.

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Canoe FM

Toy Drive

We all know that food is essential—but so is joy.

For many families in our community, the holidays can be a real struggle. While parents worry about putting meals on the table, gifts often fall to the bottom of the list. But imagine the sparkle in a child’s eyes when they receive something special—something just for them. This is where you can help! Donate new, unwrapped gifts before November 30th.

Young boy excitedly holding a present with a purple winter magic background
  • What to Donate: New, unwrapped toys and gift cards for kids and teens up to 18 years old

  • Where to Donate: Canoe FM at 739 Mountain Street in Haliburton Village.

  • Donations Close: Sunday, November 30th

The 4 food banks of Haliburton County thank Canoe FM for their generosity and support through this fundraiser and all year long!


More Toy Donation Drop Off Locations

Donations dropped off at these locations will be allocated to the specific food bank listed below, while the donations made to CanoeFM’s toy drive will be shared evenly between the food banks. Thank you for your support!

Haliburton Food Bank

  • Coming soon!

Highlands East Food Banks

  • Coming soon!

Minden Food Bank

  • Township Of Minden Hills - 7 Milne St, Minden

  • CIBC - 95 Bobcaygeon Rd, Minden

  • Haliburton Chrysler - 13533 Hwy 118, Haliburton

  • Kohara + Co - 175 Industrial Park Rd, Haliburton

  • Minden Fire Dept - 12418 Hwy 35, Minden

  • Home Hardware - 16 Bobcaygeon Rd, Minden

  • Minden Post Office - 6 Water St, Minden

  • Ridgewood Ford - 12560 Hwy 35, Minden

  • TD Bank - 14 Water St, Minden

  • Ommmh - 8 Milne St, Minden

Gift Ideas by Age Group

We encourage you to shop locally this holiday season!

  • Toddler standing in field

    0 - 4 Years Old

    Board books and picture books

    Stuffed animals and plush toys

    Musical toys (drums, xylophones, shakers)

    Building blocks (Mega Blocks, Duplo)

    Push and pull toys

    Bath toys

  • 3 Kids tobogganing on tubes

    5 - 10 Years Old

    LEGO sets and building kits

    Dolls and action figures

    Art supplies and craft kits

    Puzzles and board games

    Sports balls (soccer, basketball, football)

    Cars, trucks and play sets

  • Preteens joyful with arms around one another

    11 - 17 Years Old

    Board and card games

    Sketchbooks, markers, gel pens, journals

    Puzzle books (crosswords, sudoku, word searches)

    Water bottles or insulated mugs

    Hoodies, cozy socks, mittens or beanies

    DIY craft kits (friendship bracelets, painting, jewelry making)

    LED room lights or string lights

    Books or novels

    Personal Care Sets (shampoo, body wash, deodorant, lip balm)

    Simple tech accessories (phone stands, pop sockets, charging chords)

    $10 - $20 Gift cards (Fast food or local stores)

Middle school kids playing with parents in the snow

Could you use an extra hand?

All year long, our food banks provide food support to folks who need an extra hand. Learn more about our services to see if we can help support you and your family this holiday season and beyond.

Haliburton Food Bank - 4Cs Food Bank & Lily Ann
Minden Food Bank - Minden Community Food Centre
Wilberforce and Cardiff Food Banks - Central Food Network