For the third year in a row, Matthew Fernandes, a sales rep with Sutton Group – Realty Systems in Toronto, made a big contribution to the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish toy drive.

Fernandes set up donation boxes at the office and a local bakery, then promoted his toy drive by mailing out postcards, creating social media posts and directly contacting clients.

“I really wanted to find a way that I could give back to the community, especially during Christmas,” he says. “It is a time to reflect and appreciate the past year and to try and help out those who may be less fortunate.”

On Dec. 23 he delivered the toys to the charity’s head office. From there, items were given to various organizations and churches in Toronto for distribution directly to families in need.