Aug 31, 10


Written by: Christina Birmingham

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The summer Mitchell will remember!


Many of us are able to provide camp opportunities for our own families.  We wish this were true for every child; but it is not.  When we visit our children every week it is very clear that there are few opportunities available to them.  This is where City Kidz Summer to Remember program comes in.  Throughout the year, our City Kidz team builds relationships with not only our children but with churches, camps and organizations, and then we link the 2 together; matching the interests and dreams of the children to the camp opportunities that are available.  We then work with the parents in getting all required paper work together, arrange transportation, provide supervision and even in one instance pack for the child to go to camp!

Mitchell (age 10) is one of the over 270 children who had such an opportunity to go to camp this year. This is the impact on one child’s life….

When I found out I was going to camp, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to go.  When I ws at camp I was happy though because I met Braden, my counsellor, he became my friend.  We played the theme game together

I also had fun when we played in the water.  My friend John and I found clay and liked to play in it.  When I left camp I was sad because I was going to miss Brayden.  Before I left, he gave me a necklace.  I really like it, but it makes me miss  him more.

Thank you very much to the people who helped me to go to camp.  I will remember all the fun I had.  If I hadn’t gone to camp I woudl be sitting at home – I am happy I got to go to camp.



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January 31st

“An Evening Of Music” City Kidz Fundraiser.

An Evening Of Music in support of City Kidz.   The Winterberry Heights Salvation Army Band is hosting a fundraiser evening on Saturday February 18 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $8.00, with all proceeds going to City Kidz.  The guests are the Westmount Secondary School Glee Club and the Winterberry Heights band. Location: Winterberry Heights [...]

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December 19th

Insurance Brokers of Hamilton – Gift of Christmas Toy Donation

The Christmas Season is well underway at the City Kidz Toy Store.  We continue to receive toy donations from many individuals, families and companies within the Hamilton and surrounding area.  Just recently we received 120 toys from the Insurance Brokers Association of Hamilton who have consistently contributed to our toy drive for many years. Thanks [...]

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December 19th

Gift of Christmas – triOS College

The City Kidz Christmas elves were busy this December picking up a generous toy donation of over 1300 toys from the triOS College.  A great big thank you to our friends at triOS College and to all those who contributed. Your support will make a big difference in each of our children’s lives this Christmas.

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November 23rd

Creative & Design Intern Position Available

Looking to expand your creative & design skills, gain valuable experience, work in an awesome team environment, and make a positive impact on at-risk kids? Then we’ve got the perfect opportunity for you!

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November 18th

Starz on Sherman II was a Smash Hit

This red carpet event was full of entertaining and intimate moments. We honoured the leaders and volunteers, young and old, who give their time, talents and treasures consistently and faithfully. Tribute was also given to all our supporters and sponsors.

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Save the Date


February 12th

Miracle Sunday

Over 60 churches throughout Hamilton and surrounding area working together with City Kidz to transform Hamilton ~ one child at a time.


February 18th

An Evening Of Music

@ 300 Winterberry Drive, Stoney Creek, Ontario

The performing guests are the Westmount Secondary School Glee Club and the Winterberry Heights Band.


July 24th

IRC Golf Tournament

@ Heron Point Golf Links, 2787 Dunmark Road, Alberton, Ontario

Annual Charity Golf Tournament hosted by the IRC Group and held this year at Heron Point Golf Links in Alberton, Ontario.


November 3rd - 4th

Road 2 Hope Marathon

The race dates for 2012 have been set for November 3rd to  4th. The marathon course proved to be fast, it has now been ranked as the #1 fastest Boston Marathon qualifying course in Canada!

For more information visit www.hamiltonmarathon.ca


November 15th

Big Dream Banquet

Watch in amazement on Thurs, November 15th, as Carmen’s Banquet Centre rolls out the red carpet to welcome the who’s who of Hamilton and area for the City Kidz annual dinner. Tickets go on sale Aug. 13th.


Starting November 5th

Gift of Christmas Campaign

Help us give over 4,500 children the Gift of Christmas. Our campaign kicks off on November 5th.