The fourth annual Toes-T-Tootsies campaign is underway, collecting new socks, mitts, and toques.

Founded by former police officer Craig McCormick in 2021, this community initiative has grown to include 20 donation locations. All items collected are distributed through the House of Lazarus Christmas hampers to support individuals and families in need, including those experiencing homelessness.

How to Help: You can drop off new socks, toques, mitts, and gloves until December 20 at any of the following community campaign ambassador locations:

• Manotick:

  • McDonough’s Independent Grocer

  • 692 Coffee & Bar

• North Gower:

  • Marlborough Pub and Eatery

• Osgoode:

  • Raymonds Gas Station

• Kemptville:

  • Kemptville Physiotherapy Centre

  • Kemptville Back On Track Physiotherapy Centre

  • Kemptville Canadian Tire

  • Kemptville Fast Eddies Diner

  • Kemptville District Hospital (Main Entrance)

  • Jonsson’s Independent Grocer

• Other Locations:

  • Merrickville Food Market

  • Loughlins General Store (Hallville)

  • Foodland Winchester

  • Winchester District Hospital (Main Entrance)

  • Turcotte’s General Store (Heckston)

  • Rick’s Gas Station (South Mountain)

  • Sherry’s (Williamsburg)

  • MacEwen Gas Station (Chesterville)