Christmas Assistance Application 2025

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Our Christmas applications are now closed.

We are at capacity for the season.
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This application is for The Salvation Army Next Steps Resource Centre located in Saanich at 4030 Douglas St. Victoria BC. V8X 5J6

The Christmas Giving Network is a group of agencies and food banks in Greater Victoria who work together to deliver Christmas in the community.

The Network shares application information, within the network, to best serve everyone. Apply to ONE agency only. If you have already applied to another organization in the network, your application will be denied.
- CFAX Santas Anonymous
- Connection Point Church and Resource Centre (The Salvation Army)
- Goldstream Food Bank Society
- High Point Family Services (The Salvation Army)
- The Mustard Seed
- Next Steps Resource Centre (The Salvation Army)
- 1Up Victoria Single Parent Resource Centre
- Saanich Peninsula Lions Food Bank
- Saint Vincent de Paul
- Sooke Christmas Bureau
In order to process your application, please ensure that the phone number, mailing address and email address are correct. If we cannot contact you, we cannot provide a hamper.
{applicantName}, your application to receive Food (gift card) assistance from Next Steps Resource Centre has been approved!

Pickup is at 4030 Douglas St (Located off of Mckenzie Ave.)

You MUST bring government issued identification for yourself, and any other adults in the household. Photocopies on paper, or a photo on your phone are acceptable.
Examples of accepted ID: driver's license, BC Services card, passport, birth certificate, citizenship card.

If your address is DIFFERENT than what is on your ID, you MUST bring additional proof of address.
Examples of additional proof of address: a phone bill, a utility bill, or other mail you've received through Canada Post.

Failure to arrive at your appointment time and/or failure to bring ALL required proof of ID will result in the need to reschedule, IF there is space.

On the following page you will choose your pickup time. Please record your chosen time into your own schedule at home. Reminder emails will be sent the week before, and the day before your pickup time.
{applicantName}, your application to receive Toy and Food (gift card) assistance from Next Steps Resource Centre has been approved!

Pickup is at 4030 Douglas St. (Located off of McKenzie Ave.)

You MUST bring government issued identification for EVERYONE in the household, including yourself, any other adults, and all children. Photocopies on paper, or a photo on your phone are acceptable.
Examples of accepted ID: driver's license, BC Services card, passport, birth certificate, citizenship card.

If your address is DIFFERENT than what is on your ID, you MUST bring additional proof of address.
Examples of additional proof of address: a phone bill, a utility bill, or other mail you've received through Canada Post.

Failure to arrive at your appointment time and/or failure to bring ALL required proof of ID will result in the need to reschedule, IF there is space.

On the following page you will choose your pickup time. Please record your chosen time into your own schedule at home. Reminder emails will be sent the week before, and the day before your pickup time.
{applicantName}, before proceeding with your application for Christmas Assistance we would like to verify the information provided. We are requesting to see the identification and proof of income for each member in your household.

You can choose to send a copy of the requested documentation electronically, or meet with us in person. Please, make your selection on the next page.

Next Steps Resource Centre serves the following communites including: Brentwood Bay, Central and North Saanich, Cook Street Village, Cordova Bay, Gordon Head, Oak Bay, Quadra Village, Royal Oak, Saanich and Sidney. Please only apply if you live within one of these communities.

Call 778-676-1761 if you are unsure if your address is within our catchment.

High Point Resource Centre serves the following communities including: Downtown Victoria, Esquimalt, The Gorge, James Bay, and Vic West. If this is your area please apply here .

Connection Point Resource Centre serves the following communities including: View Royal, Langford, Colwood, Metchosin, East Sooke, Port Renfrew, Malahat, Mill Bay and Shawnigan Lake. If this is your area please apply here .

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

It is our pleasure to assist the most vulnerable in our communities.

Currently we are accepting applications for Christmas Food Gift Cards and Gifts for Children (0-17).

While The Salvation Army endeavours to meet the needs of everyone coming to us for assistance, the size of the demand has exceeded our capacity. For this reason, we are introducing new eligibility criteria.

Who is Eligible?

The Salvation Army exists in three communities across the Capital Regional District. The Salvation Army location closest to your living address will be The Salvation Army to serve you. Applying to a unit outside of your area, may result in your being redirected to a more appropriate location. Proof of address will be required at the time of pickup.

You are eligible for assistance if your combined annual gross family income is at or below the following income levels (line 150 of most recent tax assessment of all family members).

# in Household	1	2	3	4	5	6	7+
Combined Income	$30,526	$38,003	$46,720	$56,724	$64,336	$72,560	$80,785

These numbers are determined by the Statistics Canada low-income threshold.

Below, you will be asked to declare your combined household income. Please note, you may be asked to provide proof of income for all members of your household before your application is approved.

Households with an income level higher than that outlined may be considered for assistance, on a case-by-case basis. Please be prepared to share why you are applying for assistance if your income is above the low-income threshold.

The purpose of this assistance is to ensure individuals and families have the means to provide a special meal at Christmas as well as a gift for each of their children. The Salvation Army acknowledges the significant expenses individuals and families juggle, and it is our hope to alleviate some of that pressure for those most at risk.

How many income earning people live in your household, as claimed on your 2024 taxes.*
What was your combined family income (add up line 150 of everyone's 2024 taxes)?*
You have indicated that your household income level is higher than eligibility guidelines. Approval will be considered on a case-by-case basis, you may continue on to complete this application. Please share why you are applying for assistance.*

2- Adult's Name (not yourself) **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
2- Gender*
2- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
3- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
3- Gender*
3- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
4- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
4- Gender*
4- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
5- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
5- Gender*
5- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
6- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
6- Gender*
6- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
7- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
7- Gender*
7- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
8- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
8- Gender*
8- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
9- Adult's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
9- Gender*
9- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear

1- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
1- Gender*
1- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
1- Child's Age on Christmas Day
2- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
2- Gender*
2- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
2- Child's Age on Christmas Day
3- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
3- Gender*
3- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
3- Child's Age on Christmas Day
4- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
4- Gender*
4- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
4- Child's Age on Christmas Day
5- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
5- Gender*
5- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
5- Child's Age on Christmas Day
6- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
6- Gender*
6- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
6- Child's Age on Christmas Day
7- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
7- Gender*
7- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
7- Child's Age on Christmas Day
8- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
8- Gender*
8- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
8- Child's Age on Christmas Day
9- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
9- Gender*
9- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
9- Child's Age on Christmas Day
10- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
10- Gender*
10- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
10- Child's Age on Christmas Day
11- Child's Name **Exactly as it appears on their ID *

First NameLast Name
11- Gender*
11- Birth Date*

MonthDayYear
11- Child's Age on Christmas Day

Gift Card Pick Up Time*
Toys and Gift Card Pick Up Time*

Please Select:*

I will upload my 2024 Notice of Assessment belowI will bring in my 2024 Notice of Assessment in person to Next Steps Resource Centre
If you choose to bring your 2024 Notice of Assessment in person, please bring it as soon as possible, your application will not proceed without this step.

Our hours are:

Monday 9:00am-3pm
Tuesday 9:00am-3pm
Wednesday 9:00am-3pm
Thursday 9:00am-3pm
Friday 9:00-3pm
Upload your 2024 Notice of Assessment here:*

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Additional Comments/Special Considerations:
By submitting my application, I confirm:*

I have not applied for help from any other Christmas Network agency.I will bring identification for all household members (including children) to my pickup appointment. Photocopies on paper, or a photo on your phone are acceptable. (Examples of accepted ID: driver's license, BC Services card, passport, birth certificate, citizenship card.)All information provided in this application is correct. If my address is DIFFERENT than what is on my ID, I will bring additional proof of address. (Examples of additional proof of address: a phone bill, a utility bill, or other mail you've received through Canada Post.)
You must agree to all statements to apply.
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Our Christmas applications are now closed.