Looking to spread holiday cheer
Shannon LeClair
Time Reporter
Christmas can be a tough time of year if money is tight. You want to take part in the festivities and purchase gifts and a turkey and all the fixings, but to do so may mean not paying a bill, or living off Kraft Dinner for a few weeks.
The Quality Canine Center is hoping to spread some holiday cheer this year by helping out a family in need.
“We are asking people to nominate a family in the area that could use some Christmas cheer. We will be accepting nominations until Dec. 1. After nominations close we will choose the winner and begin shopping for them,” said Melissa David who co-owns the Quality Canine Center.
“On Dec. 24 we will deliver some Christmas cheer to their doorstep including gifts and all the fixings to make a Christmas dinner.”
When David and her family were discussing the upcoming holiday season they all agreed they did not feel the need to exchange gifts. David said she had also been thinking about the amazing support she has had from the community over the past year with the expansion and new location.
“I thought this is a great way to tie the two together. I spoke to the staff and everyone was really excited to help out and be apart of this,” said David.
“There are people and families out there who are unable to enjoy this time of year. It is especially heartbreaking when there are children who have to go without. We want to help as much as possible.
“If we can help one family celebrate the season, who normally would not be able to, that is a gift enough for us. We intend on providing something for the whole family including any pets.”
David said she has received donations from her parents and brother’s family who are foregoing personal gifts to donate to this project. She said she welcomes any person or business that would be interested in partnering with the canine center or donating to the family.
“I know it will be difficult choosing a winner, but in the end I think we are looking for the nomination of the family that has stayed strong through their hardships and who really, truly deserves a little good fortune,” said David.
Nominations should include why your chosen family deserves to win, and can be sent to quality.grooming@hotmail.com or can be dropped off at the Quality Canine Center (207, 5 Bayside Place, Strathmore) by Dec. 1. Please include your contact information because if your nomination is chosen the Quality Canine Center will need to get in touch to find out some details on the family such as children’s ages and hobbies.