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Calgary MFRC's Joy Brigade Toy Drive collects gifts for military and Veteran kids

October 7, 2026·1 min read

The Calgary Military Family Resource Centre is collecting new toys and gift cards until November 30 for military and Veteran children's holiday parties in Calgary, Red Deer and Lethbridge.

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Graphic from the Calgary Military Family Resource Centre.

The Calgary Military Family Resource Centre's Joy Brigade Toy Drive runs until Monday, November 30, 2026. Donations will be shared with military and Veteran children at the MFRC's holiday parties in Calgary, Red Deer and Lethbridge.

What they are collecting:

  • New, unwrapped toys for children up to age 12 (suggested value $20 to $30)
  • Gift cards for teens aged 13 to 17 (suggested value $25)

Ways to help:

  • Shop the MFRC's Amazon wishlist or make a monetary gift (links on the MFRC page)
  • Drop off donations at the Calgary MFRC office (4225 Crowchild Trail SW; secure building, call ahead at 403-618-0420), The Military Museums (4520 Crowchild Trail SW) or The Hangar Flight Museum (4629 McCall Way NE)
  • Host a donation box or help share posters; volunteers can contact volunteer@calgarymfrc.ca

Details: https://cfmws.ca/calgary/mfrc/get-involved/toy-drive

All dispatchesPublished October 7, 2026