Alberta Health Services is spreading holiday cheer with its Toys for Tickets campaign. This initiative gives Lethbridge residents, who’ve recently received an AHS parking ticket, the opportunity to donate a new, unwrapped toy instead of paying their fine.
“Last year, we collected more than 870 toys province-wide, nearly doubling the donations from the previous year,” says Nick Ternovatsky, director of AHS Parking. “We are thrilled to continue this tradition, which brings joy to children and families – while making the holidays brighter for so many.”
Parking Services will accept toy donations in lieu of fines for tickets issued between Nov. 8 and Dec. 20. Toys must be new, in their original packaging, suitable for ages newborn to 17 and valued at $25 or more. Donations will be accepted at AHS parking offices during regular office hours from Nov. 16 to Dec. 20.
Recommended items include books, art supplies, science kits, electronics, headphones, Lego sets, baby toys, journals, activity books, crayons, colouring books and gift cards for grocery stores and restaurants (for families).
All donations will be distributed to children’s foundations and charitable organizations across the province, ensuring the gifts reach children in need this holiday season.
