By rdnewsNOW staff

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Holiday Smile Cookies raise about $35,000 for central Alberta groups

Dec 2, 2024 | 11:09 AM

Last month’s Holiday Smile Cookies campaign at Tim Hortons locations across North America raised $10.7 million for 600 charities.

That includes $15,261 from Red Deer and Junction 42 locations in support of The Lending Cupboard.

Other local charities that benefited include:

Rimbey/Ponoka: Ponoka County Regional Fire Services – $4,152

Lacombe: Lacombe Family and Community Support Services – $3,496

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Blackfalds: Blackfalds Optimist Club – $2,442

Sylvan Lake: C.P. Blakely Elementary School – $3,248

Stettler: Stettler Community Hamper Society – $4,062

Penhold: Penhold Elementary School – $1,308

Innisfail: Innisfail Christmas Bureau – $2,190

Bowden: Lions Club of Bowden – $911

Olds: Olds and District Christmas Angels Society – $3,566

In two years of Holiday Smile Cookies, more than $20.5 million has been raised, with money also supporting Tim Hortons Foundations Camps.

“We are incredibly grateful to Canadians for their overwhelming support during Holiday Smile Cookie week. Every Cookie purchased is more than just a sweet treat — it’s a powerful way to make a real difference in the lives of those in our communities,” said Caroline Barham, restaurant owner and president of Tim Hortons Foundation Camps.

“Together, we’re creating lasting change and spreading joy.”

The camps have supported more than 320,000 youth over the last 50 years.