Sometimes you need a little extra help and holidays are tough,
we are here to help!
Christmas Daddies is the fundraiser and The Salvation Army is our distribution partner for these funds.
The Salvation Army also manages the registration for toys, gifts and food at Christmastime.
If you or someone you know is part of a household with limited income, The Salvation Army is here to help.
You need to register with The Salvation Army to be on the list.
The application process typically begins in late October or early November each year.
BELOW IS A LIST OF LOCATIONS & DETAILS WE HAVE TO DATE:
Check back and we will provide more information when it becomes available to us.
If your location is not listed, please contact your local Salvation Army.
BRIDGETOWN & ANNAPOLIS COUNTY, NS
The Salvation Army Bridgetown Community Church
For assistance to families in Annapolis County experiencing financial difficulties
In-person registration will run from Oct. 27 to Dec. 6
Please bring with you:
•Proof of address
•ID for each member of the household
•Income documents
Click here for link to book your appointment
GLACE BAY, NS
The Salvation Army, Glace Bay Community Church
By appointment only
Call 902 849 7886
November 3 from 9-15- 11:45 am and 1:15 pm – 3:30 pm
November 4 from 9-15- 11:45 am and 1:15 pm – 3:30 pm
November 10 from 9-15- 11:45 am and 1:15 pm – 3:30 pm
Proof of Income and proof of address required
Health cards or Government issued ID required
HALIFAX – BEDFORD – DARTMOUTH – SACKVILLE & SURROUNDING AREAS
You are able to register online by clicking here
Start Date: Oct 23
Deadline: December 8, 2025
Call 902 422 1598 for more information
KENTVILLE, NS
Kentville Christmas Hamper Registration
The Salvation Army Kentville Community Church
15 Nichols Ave, Kentvile NS
October 29 & 30 from 9 – 11:30 am and 1 – 3:30 pm
Nov 5, 6 & 7 from 9 – 11:30 am and 1 – 3:30 pm
ID for every household member & proof of current address
For more information 902 678 4534
SYDNEY, NS
Sydney Community Church The Salvation Army
Start Date: Monday, Oct. 20th
End Date: Friday, Oct. 31st
Click here for Online Christmas Registration
TRURO, NS
Colchester Christmas Index Program is now open.
Applications are available by emailing [email protected]
Application forms are also available at Macquarries Esplanade, Food Network, Maggies Place, Salvation Army Thrift Store and Community Services.
For more details follow on Facebook: Colchester Christmas Index Program
WINDSOR, NS
Christmas Christmas Hamper Registration
The Salvation Army Kentville Community Church
Walk-ins only – No appointments given
October 8, 2025 from 9 – 11:30 am and 1 – 3:30 pm
November 13, 2025 from 9 – 11:30 am and 1 – 3:30 pm
Location: 35 Empire Lane, Windsor NS
ID for every household member & proof of current address
For more information 902 678 4534
FREDERICTON, NB
CHRISTMAS REGISTRATION UPDATE
The Salvation Army Community & Family Services Fredericton are doing things a little differently this year
to make the process easier and more convenient for clients!
NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS:
If you are a current Food Bank client you will no longer need to come in to register for Christmas assistance – Fredericton staff will be calling you directly to complete registration over the phone.
Once you have been registered your tag will be available for you at your next Food Bank Appointment.
For more information phone 506-453-1706
MONCTON, NB
The Salvation Army Moncton Community & Family Services
The Christmas Assistance Program provides gifts for children 12 and under
Apply in person at 32 King Street, Moncton, NB
Start date: November 4, 2025
Tuesdays 9:30 – 11:30 am
Wednesdays 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Deadline: November 26th
For full details on what information you will need to register in the Moncton area click here
SAINT JOHN, NB
Family Registration: Nov. 3–28
at Christmas Exchange locations
Phone 506-634-7868
Email: [email protected]
or register with your local church in the Saint John area
CHARLOTTETOWN, PEI
The Salvation Army in Charlottetown, PEI
Start Date: Oct 20
Mondays & Wednesdays 1 pm – 3 pm
Until Dec 8th
The Salvation Army
158 Fitzroy St
Charlottetown, PE
SUMMERSIDE, PEI
Community & Family Service
In Partnership with
St. Eleanor’s Lions Club, Kensington Lions Club
Registration Location: 374 Pope Road Summerside, PE.
10 am – 3 pm
Monday Nov 10th
Friday Nov 14th
Monday Nov 17th
Friday Nov 21st
Monday Nov 24th
Friday Nov 28th
Moday Dec 1st
Friday Dec 5th
Applications will not be approved without documents.
YOU MUST BRING the following documents with you:
ID for all household members
Proof of Current Income & Proof of current expenses
for all eligible household members.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 5, 2025
Click here for more information about The Salvation Army
or follow on Facebook: The Salvation Army Maritimes – Atlantic Division
We also partner with agencies outside of The Salvation Army.
You can also register for Christmas support in the following locations:
ANTIGONISH, NS
Register with Monsignor Hugh Macpherson Knights of Columbus Toy Drive
Antigonish Market Square
Nov 17th to Dec 23rd from 10 am to 6 pm
Phone 902-867 2648 for more info
HANTS COUNTY, NS
Hants County Christmas Angels Society offers support for families in East and West Hants with children (up to 17 years old) providing grocery gift cards and gift cards for each of the children in the home. Click here for the online form if you live in this region and have not applied with another organization. The deadline to apply is November 23rd at 11:59pm. All completed applications must be accompanied by the applicant’s 2024 Canada Child Benefit notice with explanation form in order to be considered for support.
