For the past 32 years more than 400 people have been served a traditional holiday meal with all the trimmings, courtesy of Canadian Mental Health Association for the Kootenays and a long list of generous community partners.

Partners include: Regional District of East Kootenay; Falkins Insurance; Fraternal Order of Eagles; Royal Canadian Legion No 24 and the Legion Ladies Auxiliary; Cranbrook Search & Rescue; Cranbrook Bugle Band; Dairy Queen; Knight & Co; Cranbrook Dodge, McDonald’s and many more. Year after year volunteers and businesses contribute to make this community event a huge success; without them, this fun gathering would not be possible.

The event will include holiday music by the House of Hope choir and Pastor Reg Friesen and his band from Alliance Church. Santa tells us he can’t wait to attend again this year, and has promised to spread lots of joy and good cheer – especially when he is connecting with the kids.

Volunteer positions are full, but if you are interested in donating cash or gifts, please call Elaina or Laurie at 250-426-5222.

When: Thursday, December 20; Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m.

Where:  Eagles Hall – 711 Kootenay St North, Cranbrook.

CMHA for the Kootenays is a multi-service, charitable, non-profit organization delivering services throughout the Kootenays. We are successful in the delivery of our many programs and services because of the huge support we get from individuals, businesses, and communities. We want to take this opportunity to say ‘thank you’ again to each of our volunteers, supporters, donors, and sponsors!

We wish you the Happiest of Holidays and most Peaceful Christmas Season. We look forward to seeing you December 20 at the 33rd Annual Community Christmas Dinner!

CMHA for the Kootenays

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