and the Lower Mainland. Here are few options that are easy to access — and help make a special holiday for someone in need. The Lower Mainland Christmas BureauThe Lower Mainland Christmas Bureau was established in 1930 as a gift exchange. Their current warehouse serves as a storage space for toys, clothes, and food vouchers that are gifted to families in need in communities throughout the Lower Mainland. Christmas Backpack ProgramEach year, Covenant House organizes its Christmas Backpack Program during the holiday season.

Source: CBC News December 03, 2017 00:00 UTC