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CRAM-A-CRUISER | DECEMBER 5, 2025

Join us on Friday, December 5, as the Town of Barrhead Peace Officer teams up with Barrhead & District FCSS and the Pembina West Co-op to support local families during the holiday season. We're inviting the community to help fill a Peace Officer SUV with non-perishable food, hygiene items, warm winter wear and new toys to ensure Barrhead families have what they need this winter.

event details

  • Friday, December 5
  • 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Pembina West Co-op

Drive-up and walk-up donations are welcome. Cash and electronic payments will also be accepted.


what to bring

Non-perishable food items such as:

  • Canned vegetables, fruit and soup
  • Canned meat
  • Pasta, rice, boxed meals
  • Kraft Dinner
  • Peanut butter, jams, cereal
  • Baby formula and baby food
  • Shelf stable juice
  • Syrup, pancake mix
  • Noodles, pasta sauce
  • Condiments
  • Oatmeal
  • Cat food

Hygiene items such as:

  • Shampoo
  • Toothpaste, toothbrushes
  • Deodorant
  • Soap 
  • Feminine hygiene products

Toys:

  • New toys and unused in original packaging for younger children
  • Items for teens (e.g., headphones/ear buds, portable chargers, Bluetooth speakers, phone cases, LED room lights/light strips, gift cards for apps, Google Play, Apple Music, Spotify)
  • Sporting goods (e.g., various sports balls, hockey sticks, baseball bats, baseball gloves, skateboards, etc.)

Warm Clothing & Wearables:

  • Hoodies
  • Beanies/Toques
  • Sport Socks
  • Warm gloves/mitts
  • Jackets & Coats
  • Scarves


why it matters

Cram-a-Cruiser is a tradition in many communities that brings neighbours together and strengthens community spirit. Your donation - big or small - helps ensure Barrhead families have access to essential items at a time of year when local needs increase.


stay connected

Follow the Town of Barrhead on Facebook, Instagram, and X for updates throughout the day, including photos, progress on filling the cruiser, and final totals.

Thank you for helping make the season brighter for families in Barrhead.

Together, we can fill the cruiser!