Smithers Community Services Association (SCSA) is pleased to announce the launch of its 2026 Christmas Hamper Program, continuing a longstanding community tradition of bringing hope, kindness, and essential food support to individuals and families across Smithers and Telkwa.
As rising food prices and living costs continue to place financial pressure on households, the Christmas Hamper Program remains an important part of SCSA's commitment to helping vulnerable community members meet their basic needs, particularly during the holiday season.
This year, SCSA is introducing a new three-day distribution schedule to improve accessibility and convenience for recipients. Gift cards will be available for pick-up on Thursday, December 17, followed by Christmas hamper pick-up on Friday, December 18, and home deliveries on Saturday, December 19, 2026. This change will provide greater flexibility for families while allowing staff and volunteers to coordinate distribution more efficiently.
SCSA is also grateful to the Town of Smithers for generously providing the former Heartstrings Building at 3761 Third Avenue, Smithers, as this year's Christmas Hamper depot. This valuable community partnership will provide a dedicated space for organizing, preparing, and distributing hampers to local households.
In 2025, SCSA distributed 224 Christmas hampers, including 72 sponsored by local donors, businesses, and service groups. The campaign also brought together 31 volunteers and raised $52,075 to support families in need.
