Salvation Army Captain Mark Braye and CHOK's AJ Reynolds at 47th Gift of Christmas Launch. Salvation Army Captain Mark Braye and CHOK's AJ Reynolds at 47th Gift of Christmas Launch.
Sarnia

Christmas Hamper Registration Extended

The Salvation Army is accepting last second applications for its Christmas hampers Tuesday and Wednesday.

Captain Nancy Braye says residents can stop into the Salvation Army's thrift store at 122 Christina St. in Sarnia between 9:30am until 3:30pm.

Anyone who applies needs to bring ID for everyone in the household and an income statement.

Braye says the hampers include a food box for Christmas dinner, extra groceries, and a gift card for a turkey.

She says Wednesday will be the last day to register.

You can also register Tuesday and Wednesday at the St. Vincent de Paul store on East St.

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