Senior Application

 

Applications for the Christmas Bureau program requires an income test and applications close Friday November 13th.

More Info about Christmas Bureau

The Christmas Bureau has two options for you.

Please note: This program is separate from the Food Bank. To enrollment into this program income verification is required.

Documents required for application

  • Id
  • Income verification
  • Phone number and/or email

Direct Support from Christmas Neighbour

For those matched with a Christmas Neighbour, you will receive ingredients for a Christmas dinner, and a small gift delivered to your door or at a desired meet up location. For this, you MUST have a working phone or email to be in contact with the Christmas Neighbour.

They will contact you to arrange a drop-off date and location. If you are not comfortable with a visit from a sponsor, please ask us about our alternate delivery options.

Christmas Bureau Distribution

For those receiving gifts and Christmas food basket through the Christmas Bureau, you will have the opportunity to receive a small gift and Christmas treats from the Christmas Bureau.

What can I expect after I fill out the application?

If you would like a copy of your application – please click “Save my response”.  You will be contacted within 2 weeks to ask to verify your income before qualifying for the service.

Please make an appointment and bring in all necessary information to ensure your eligibility for the program and that your application is processed.

Once enrolled in the program you will be given:

  • a date for the Christmas Food Basket pick up and
  • pick up location.

Or

  • If matched with a Christmas Neighbour
  • contacted by matched Christmas Neighbour to set up delivery date.

Feel free to contact the Christmas Bureau (604-859-5749 ex 40). 

Apply Here

Applications open October 5th

Please note that your application will be cross-checked with your Food Bank file. To avoid delays, ensure that you are only adding family members that are currently on your file. Any family members added to your Christmas Bureau application that are not on your Food Bank file, will need to be added with documentation before your application can be processed.