Ho Ho Holiday Gift Ideas for

Simcoe County Children's Aid Society Sponsors:

All toys and clothing should be new, correct sizes and age-appropriate. Please wrap the gifts, or provide wrapping paper, tags, tape and scissors. Write the name of the recipient on the tag. Please do not sign from Santa.

  • at least two toys of durable quality should be provided for each child. (Please do not include combat or weaponry toys.)
  • new underwear and socks, and a reasonably-priced outfit
  • pyjamas
  • mittens, hat and scarf
  • restaurant or pizza gift certificates
  • movie theatre or clothing store gift certificates
  • arts and crafts or school supplies
  • board games, puzzles
  • baking sheets, cookie mix and cutters

Food Hampers should include:

  • a frozen turkey or ham
  • disposable aluminum roasting pan
  • stove-top stuffing
  • fresh vegetables and fruit
  • milk, juice or pop
  • coffee or tea
  • bread, butter and dessert

Other food staples can be included. Suggestions include:
  • sugar, cereal, cheese/crackers, canned meats, vegetables or fruit, toiletries and shampoo, dish and laundry soap, soups, peanut butter and jam, cake mix and icing sugar, jell-o, cleaning products, baby food, pablum and diapers when appropriate.
  • No alcohol, cash or candles should be included.