2026 Annual Holiday Heroes Toy and Food Drive
Aurora, ON – Members of York Regional Police are excited to launch the 30th Annual Holiday Heroes Campaign. For three decades, this campaign has supported infants, children, families, seniors and community members in need by providing holiday and winter essentials. This year’s campaign will run from November 14 to December 18, 2026.
We are calling on our community members, businesses and partners to be a holiday hero this year.
York Regional Police is looking for monetary and gift card donations, as well as new toys, new children’s clothing, non-perishable food and hygiene items.
What sets the Holiday Heroes campaign apart is that when you donate, you are directly helping your neighbours, your friends and your children’s classmates right here in our region.
In 2025, thanks to your generous donations, a total of 10,454 families victimized by crime and other tragic circumstances received holiday gifts and other essentials.
Since the program launched 30 years ago, Holiday Heroes has helped 110,000 individuals and families in need.
York Regional Police is proud to collaborate with outstanding community partners, including The Salvation Army, Holiday Helpers, Victim Services of York Region, York Region Paramedic Services, the York Region Centre for Community Safety, SafeHope Homes, and local food banks.
We are also grateful for the generous support of our sponsors: the Coriat Family, Matheson Constructors, Flynn, Loblaw Companies Limited, Shoppers Drug Mart, No Frills, The Montesano Foundation, and the Regional Municipality of York Police Services Board.
This year, our goal is to collect $500,000 in monetary and gift card donations.
How to Become a Holiday Hero
The Holiday Heroes Campaign is accepting donations in-kind of new toys, new clothes, non-perishable food items, infant formula, diapers, hygiene products, transit passes and other essentials.
The Holiday Heroes campaign is also collecting monetary donations online at yrp.ca/holidayheroes
Financial contributions are essential, as they allow the purchase of necessities that are not commonly donated. Monetary and gift card donations also ensure the recipients are supported after the holiday season.
Become a Sponsor
York Regional Police is always looking for sponsors. Demonstrate your company’s commitment to York Region and position your brand as a vital part of our ongoing efforts to help those in need. Contact YRP at holidayheroes@yrp.ca to confirm your support today.
Donation Drop-Off
Donations can be dropped off at any of the York Regional Police community events, or at any of the following police district locations:
- York Regional Police Headquarters - 47 Don Hillock Drive, Aurora
- #1 District - 429 Harry Walker Pkwy S, Newmarket
- #2 District - 171 Major Mackenzie Drive West, Richmond Hill
- #3 District - 3527 Baseline Road, Sutton
- #4 District - 2700 Rutherford Road, Vaughan
- #5 District - 8700 McCowan Road, Markham
Sponsor a Family or Host a Drive
Businesses and community groups can also sponsor a family or host a drive. Together, we can expand our reach and create a lasting, positive impact in York Region.
More Information
For more information about the Holiday Heroes campaign, to donate, or to learn more about getting involved, please visit yrp.ca/holidayheroes or email holidayheroes@yrp.ca to confirm your support.
Every community needs its heroes, and together we can make this season brighter for everyone.