Surrey Christmas Bureau opens Toy Depot Monday, Nov. 9, seeking toys, coats and money
The former Canadian Tire store in Whalley is taking donations of toys, clothing and money for low-income families, with baby toys and teen gifts in highest demand.
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The Surrey Christmas Bureau's Toy Depot opens for in-person donations Monday, Nov. 9, at 13665 102 Ave. In Whalley, the former Canadian Tire store.
Drop-off hours are Monday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. To 5 p.m. Donations can also be made at participating Surrey fire halls, so a coat can go in on the way past one.
The charity is asking for new, unwrapped toys, gently used coats and clothing, Christmas decorations, household items and money. This year, baby and toddler toys, teen gifts such as makeup, hygiene products, hair tools, sports equipment and electronics, and gift cards for restaurants and retailers are in highest demand.
Program coordinator Karmin Dhindsa said the need for holiday help remains exceptionally high and called on businesses, schools and organizations to help. The Bureau, which says it is B.C.'s largest Christmas charity, helped more than 2,084 families in 2025, along with close to $288,000 in groceries and meals.
Online donations at christmasbureau.com support the grocery hamper program, and Adopt-A-Family sponsors are matched with a local family in need. To ask questions, email coordinator@christmasbureau.com or call 604-581-9623.
