Salvation Army Christmas Hamper program begins Thursday

Salvation Army Christmas Hamper campaign kick-off CTV London’s Gerry Dewan was there as the doors opened for the campaign, and finds there’s still a big need for toy donations.

Hundreds were lined up for the first day of the Salvation Army Christmas Hamper program.

The lineup had already begun to take shape the 9 p.m. on Wednesday.

Hampers were handed out starting at 9 a.m. and the Western Fair Agriplex, and the program lasts until Dec. 19^th.

The Christmas Hamper Program provides 5,200 families and individuals with a bag of potatoes, carrots, onions and a box of food containing the items needed to prepare a traditional Christmas dinner.

There is also a grocery store gift card and a bag of toys for children ages 12 and under.

The Salvation Army says they are in need of donations especially girls toys for the age range of 9-12 years old.

Those in need of Hampers will need to bring ID for all household members, proof of income from all sources and proof of address.