Friday marked the launch date for Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund’s annual campaign to provide Christmas hampers to the less fortunate during the holiday season. People enjoyed roast beef, cole slaw, cake and refreshments, all in support of the campaign to fill the hampers. For those needing a Christmas hamper, applications are being accepted Nov. 26 to Dec. 8 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre, 1171-101st St, North Battleford. As has been the case in previous years, Nutrien is matching all donations up to $500,000 to food banks throughout Saskatchewan. Also, Nov. 24, the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre was accepting used winter clothes as part of the SaskEnergy “Share the Warmth” campaign to provide coats for kids. Photos by John Cairns
