The Town of Collingwood's annual Gift It Forward campaign returns on November 16, 2026, giving residents and visitors of Collingwood an opportunity to support local families during the holiday season while resolving eligible parking tickets.
From November 16 to December 4, 2026, individuals who receive an eligible parking ticket may pay the fine by donating a new unwrapped toy or non-perishable food item instead.
The campaign has become a popular holiday tradition in Collingwood. In 2025, the community exchanged 127 parking tickets for more than $5,200 worth of toy and food donations, helping support local families in need during the holiday season.
Gift It Forward is a great example of how a small inconvenience can become a positive community contribution. The generosity shown by residents each year helps ensure local families have extra support during the holidays.
To qualify:
- For eligible parking tickets issued in the Town of Collingwood between November 16 and December 4, 2026
- The value of the donation must be equal to or greater than the set fine amount of the parking ticket
- Include a purchase receipt for the donated item(s)
- Bring the donation in person to Town Hall, 97 Hurontario St., no later than 12:00 p.m. on December 4, 2026
Please note that parking tickets issued for accessible parking violations and fire route violations are not eligible for the program. All donated toys and food items will be distributed locally to support families and individuals in need during the holiday season.
Please review the eligibility requirements before making a donation. For complete program details, visit the parking page on the Town's website.