Coquitlam RCMP invites you to Cram the Cruiser

Coquitlam, Public Alert

2023-11-23 13:23 PST

Coquitlam RCMP has partnered with the Share Society and are inviting the public to help Cram the Cruiser on December 2, 2023. As we approach the holiday season, food banks and food hubs are under increased pressure to provide support for people who experience food insecurity.

RCMP Safety Bear with the Share Society Bear standing in front of a marked RCMP vehicle

We need your help!

Join us to Cram the Cruiser with donations for people in our community.

Date: Saturday, December 2, 2023
Time: 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Locations: Safeway located at 580 Clarke Road in Coquitlam and Safeway located at 2850 Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam

All donations are collected in partnership with Share Family and Community Services Society to help support people in the community over the holiday season and beyond.

To learn more about the Share Society, visit SHARE: Family and Community Services

The demand on local food banks has never been higher, especially with the extra pressure that the holiday season can cause for families, said Media Relations Officer, Corporal Alexa Hodgins of Coquitlam RCMP. This is our way to give back and show our support when they need it the most.

Every month the SHARE Food Bank serves over 5,000 people who are struggling to make ends meet," said Claire MacLean, Chief Executive Officer, SHARE Family and Community Services Society. "Seniors on fixed incomes, newcomer and refugee families weighed down with expenses, single mothers trying to provide for their children, and families who just can’t earn enough to keep up with the cost of housing, gas, groceries and more. By donating funds or food to SHARE, you are helping the magic of the holiday season reach every home in our community. Thank you for your support – together we can SHARE the joy.

If community members wish to donate and are looking for specific ideas for donations, some of the items in greatest need are: