How did you learn about the Christmas Bureau of Edmonton?
My parents used to volunteer to deliver and sort for the Christmas Bureau in calgary
When did you first get involved with the Christmas Bureau?
We were young I think 10?
Why do you choose to support the Christmas Bureau?
I support the Bureau because I believe that as many people as possible should be able to celebrate and have some Christmas spirit. Getting to have aeal with family or share a present for your children is so precious and so special
Tell us about your personal festive traditions at Christmastime (e.g., food, gatherings with family and friends, decorating for the season)
My family gives a book to each other on Christmas Eve. We also go each year to my uncle’s retirement home and spend time there with him and his friends before dinner so that no one has to feel alone or forgotten.
How would you complete the sentence, "It wouldn’t be Christmas without ________"?
Family and friends
Anything else that you would like to share?
Tha k you for helping my family during our struggles the last few years. We are so greatful and blessed to live where their is a wonderful organization like yours to help during these hard and trying times. Much love, the Nelson Family
