During the holiday season, many families in Toronto turn to shelters for help and support due to various reasons, including domestic violence, poverty, and mental health issues. According to the Canadian Observatory on Homelessness, domestic violence is one of the top reasons families seek help and support from shelters in Canada. At Santa Comes to Bay Street (SCTBS), we understand the importance of hope and assistance for these families. We provide an opportunity for families to offer their children and themselves the necessities for the winter, and a personalized gift to open during the holidays.

2024 marks our 21st anniversary and thanks to all of the generous supporters over all of these years we have been able to distribute over $2M in gifts and necessities.