Seafarers may not get home for Christmas and may not even be in a port during Christmas. They are one of our “Lifelines”, bringing to the Thunder Bay goods we need and improve our economy by taking away goods being exported to foreign countries. Seafarers on ocean-going ships are away from home for six to twelve months to a year.
One way to express our appreciation to these dedicated individuals is by sharing a little of our Christmas Spirit with them through the tradition of gift giving. This may help to make it a little less lonely for them.
Once again we are appealing to you for donations so that this outreach program can be continued. Suggested items you might choose to donate are:
- mittens/gloves
- toque
- socks
- neck warmer
- playing cards, hand-held games/puzzles
- small tools – flashlight, screwdriver
- tooth brush
- tooth paste
- disposable razors
- other toiletries are not needed
- Chap Stick;
- Individually wrapped chocolate.
Donations may be given to your Mission to Seafarers representative or brought to the Seafarer’s Centre (Keefer Terminal, 100 Main Street) no later than November 17, 2025.