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Christmas Daddies is saddened by the death of Petty Officer Second Class Craig Blake in Afghanistan on May 3, 2010. We are honoured to have members of the Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic support our worthy cause and the loss of one of their members is a loss to all Canadians. The Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic is a friendly, welcoming group of men and women, and loyal supporters of the Christmas Daddies Telethon with their Annual Run. Our thoughts are with them at this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy to the family of Officer Blake and the members of Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic. For those who wish, the Blake family has requested, donations can be made to Christmas Daddies or flowers can be sent to the Fleet Diving Unit Atlantic. Click here to make a donation using Visa or MasterCard. Click here for mailing address of Christmas Daddies. |
Petty Officer Second Class Craig Blake |
CHRISTMAS DADDIES TELETHON ANOTHER RESOUNDING SUCCESS!
December 6, 2009 – (Halifax) The giving just didn’t stop at the 46th Annual Christmas Daddies Telethon, with over $827,700 raised at this iconic start to the Maritime Christmas season. As a result of this generosity, 15,000 children around the region will have a special Christmas.
“We couldn’t be more pleased with the generosity our viewers have shown for their neighbours across the region,” said Steve Murphy, host of the telethon. “We are truly overwhelmed, although not surprised, by this outpouring of support.”
Of the $827,000 raised, $408,128 came from mainland Nova Scotia, while New Brunswick raised $150,421, Prince Edward Island brought in $32,193 and Cape Breton raised $228,363. Donations from the rest of the country accounted for the remaining $8,595.
Long-time friends of Christmas Daddies the Navy Divers, Big Leagues in Cole Harbour and Zellers were all on hand to lend very generous support. Musical guests in Halifax included Sons of Maxwell, Marko Simmonds and Daniel Matto, Dutch Robinson and seven-year-old Aaliyah Melann brought, who brought down the house with her version of The Chipmunk song.
“This was another incredible year,” said Roxanne Robinson, Executive Director for Mainland Nova Scotia, “and we are so thankful that people continue to make underprivileged families in our region a priority at this special time of year.
The long-running telethon would not be possible without the generous support of CTV which donates airtime, resources and equipment. Also making an important contribution to the Telethon are the many Bell Aliant employees and Bell Aliant Pioneer Volunteers who answered the phone lines at Aliant call centres in Halifax, NS and Moncton, NB and who answered more than 4,200 calls.
The Salvation Army will distribute funds raised by the Telethon, and as always, funds stay in the area from which they come. The success of this year’s Telethon will provide toys, gifts and necessities such as clothing and food to over 16,000 children across the region.
Pledges can be honoured at any branch of the Royal Bank or at www.christmasdaddies.org on line.
For further information, please contact:
Roxanne Robinson
Executive Director, Mainland Nova Scotia
Tel: (902) 454-3232
Fax: (902) 454 3202
E-mail: roxanne.robinson@ctv.ca
The Christmas Daddies Telethon is on the Way!
Halifax, NS (November 23, 2009) – The 46th Annual Christmas Daddies Telethon is set for Sunday December 6, 2009 on CTV and /A\. This annual Maritime tradition, hosted by CTV personalities Steve Murphy and Starr Dobson, raises funds to provide clothing and gifts to less fortunate children and their families during the holidays.
“The adage that it’s better to give than to receive is certainly the case for the Christmas Daddies Telethon” said Mike Elgie, Vice President and General Manager, CTV Atlantic. “Our viewers give so much to this every year, and we are incredibly grateful as it allows us to make such a difference in the lives of so many Maritime children and families.”
Steve and Starr will be joined by Marci Ien from CTV’s Canada AM, their CTV and /A\ colleagues Bruce Frisko, Cindy Day, Liz Rigney, Paul Hollingsworth and Cyril Lunney, and musicians Sons of Maxwell, Dutch Robinson and Daniel Matto among many other performers.
Family Fun Day in Moncton another success!
Just over $20,000 was raised at Family Fun Day on Saturday, September 19th in Moncton for Christmas Daddies.
Thank you to event sponsors, contributors, event volunteers and all in attendance for making this day possible!
Special thanks to CTV and staff, MBS radio, Scotiabank, ALC, Par-T-Perfect and Legault.
Winner of the Karaoke challenge is 15 year old Kelsey Chevarie of Upper Coverdale, New Brunswick. Kelsey’s prize is a starter guitar package with lessons and an invite to perform on the 46th Annual Christmas Daddies Telethon. Watch for Kelsey on Sunday, December 6th on CTV.
CHRISTMAS DADDIES 2008 TELETHON A SUCCESS!
December 7, 2008 – (Halifax) The annual kick-off to the holiday season - the Christmas Daddies Telethon – today raised over $892,422 for underprivileged children across the Maritimes. This year’s event celebrated 45 years of Maritime generosity, at a time when collective altruism is more important than ever.
“Christmas has begun!” said Steve Murphy, host of the telethon. “And in the best possible way – with the continuing generosity of Christmas spirit Maritimers have become known for.”
Of the $892,422 raised, $457,455 came from mainland Nova Scotia, while New Brunswick raised $183,600, Prince Edward Island brought in $38,553 and Cape Breton raised $203,685. Donations from the rest of the country accounted for the remaining $9,129.
Along with the Navy Divers, Kay the Pie Lady, the great folks from Big Leagues in Cole Harbour and the fabulous support from Zellers, there were musical performances from Dutch Robinson, Steven Bowers, JD Clarke and The Corvettes.
Roxanne Robinson, Executive Director for Mainland Nova Scotia was extremely pleased with the response this year. “In these increasingly challenging times it’s even more important to support those in need in our community,” Robinson said. “Our CTV viewers got that message and thankfully they responded loudly and clearly.”
The long-running telethon would not be possible without the generous support of CTV which donates airtime, resources and equipment. Also making an important contribution to the Telethon are the many Aliant employees and Aliant Pioneer Volunteers who answered the phone lines at Aliant call centres in Halifax, NS and Moncton, NB and who answered more than 5,400 calls
The Salvation Army will distribute funds raised by the Telethon, and as always, funds stay in the area from which they come. The success of this year’s Telethon will provide toys, gifts and necessities such as clothing and food to over 16,000 children across the region.
Pledges can be honoured at any branch of the Royal Bank or at www.christmasdaddies.org on line.
Christmas Daddies Calendars a HUGE success !
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The Christmas Daddies 16-month calendars in celebration of the 45th Annual Christmas Daddies Telethon were a huge success! Raising over $54,000 Maritime wide. A special thank you is extended to all who purchased one of bur ultimate family planer 16-month calendars and to Zellers for their support in being our proud retailer. Lucky winner of the Hbc millionaire was Wanda Burshman of Halifax, NS. Watch for the 2010 calendar available in mid October at your local Zellers! |
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