Mr. Speaker, on November 12, the 28th annual holiday heroes toy and food drive was officially kicked off by York Regional Police. Over the years, it has helped over 100,000 Canadians in need by collecting donations of cash, gift cards, toys, non-perishable food items and children's clothing.
I thank the Newmarket Soccer Club for hosting, and I thank the York Regional Police. I thank the partners, the Salvation Army and Victim Services of York Region, which play a key role in distributing these items throughout the community. I thank, also, our community. We live in a place I am proud to call home. I am proud of how we support each other and of our willingness to give.
To quote Dr. Seuss, “Christmas Day will always be just as long as we have we”.