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The Compassionate Committee for the Homeless in North Bay is producing Backpacks of Love filled with donated essential items.  

We need the community of North Bay’s generosity!

Donated items will be accepted at the Pro-Cathedral of the Assumption, 480 McIntyre St. W. (at the garage location across the street from the church) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025.

New items needed include:

Sturdy backpacks/duffle bag                       6 pk of socks - light & heavy        
Silver emergency blanket (not regular        Sun hats/ball caps
blankets)                                                        Flashlights
Deodorant                                                     Sunscreen (cream only)    
Small hairbrushes (not combs)                   Travel size shampoo/conditioner in one
Tarp                                                               Feminine hygiene products
Toilet paper                                                   Insect repellent (cream only)    
Towelettes/wipes                                         Rain poncho        
Toothbrush                                                   Toothpaste
Lip balm                                                        Travel size body wash        
Hair elastics for ladies    
                            

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted by cash or e-transfer at email address: CompassionNorthBay@gmail.com.

For more information about the Backpacks of Love, please contact Leah at CompassionNorthBay@gmail.com.