Leona Lee, Author at The Magic of Christmas

Nov132022 by Leona LeeNo Comments

The Magic of Christmas cocktail by Burwood Distillery

Fundraising, News

This new and limited time offer cocktail features the pleasure of real espresso made by Phil & Sebastian's award-winning baristas combined with the warmth of Burwood Distillery's famed vodka in an espresso martini. Participating restaurants will donate $2 per cocktail and $1 per shot to The Magic of Christmas from November 15 to December 15. Check out these Calgary restaurants and bars that will be featuring The Magic of Christmas cocktail: Barcelona Pat & Betty Una pizza + wine - all four locations Modern Steak, Modern Ocean Makore Group Please Don’t Tell Please and Thanks Honey Lounge & Bar

Nov132022 by Leona LeeNo Comments

The Magic of Christmas Winter Chai Ale by Citizen Brewing Company

Fundraising, News

Giddy up! The Magic of Christmas has its very own beer. Thanks to the generosity of the popular Citizen Brewing Company for making this happen. Starting November 15th, The Magic of Christmas Winter Chai Ale will be available in the taproom for consumption and off sales. Santa has given his approval - it tastes delicious, looks great and we are all very excited about this beer! You can find this special beer at: Vine Arts Alberta Beer Exchange BK Liquors - Tuxedo location and more to come

Nov122022 by Leona LeeNo Comments

2022 Elfin’ Challenge – Create Believers

Fundraising, News

Calling all Magic of Christmas volunteers!! We are launching our 2022 Elfin' Challenge. We would like to challenge your team to raise the most money and be an even bigger part of making the Magic happen. Create a team for your reindeer bus, your warehouse crew, your costume room crew, or just because! How it works: Step 1: Select a team captain Step 2: Team captain creates the donation page Step 3: Share the team page link with everyone in your group and ask them to join your team. Step 4: Everyone on the team spreads the word – share your team link on social and email everyone you know and ask them to donate to your team to help you win the Elfin' Challenge. Winning the Elfin' Challenge The…

Nov192021 by Leona LeeNo Comments

The Magic of Christmas Updates its Formal Mission Statement

News

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS (MoC) announces that its elected Executive approved an update to its formal mission statement and renews its commitment to the community for 2021 and beyond. November 19, 2021 NEW MISSION: “Our mission is to deliver Christmas spirit into the homes and hearts of those who need it most and invite everyone to believe (again!) in the true spirit and The Magic of Christmas.” NEW VISION: “Every year, when Christmas-time comes, many Calgary families (for various reasons) struggle to find the joy of the season. In addition, Calgary seniors and others living in continuing care can feel especially isolated during the Holidays. The reasons vary, but we know all can benefit from a magical visit from Santa and the elves.” Last year, when other charities were unable to deliver their programs during the holidays, The Magic of Christmas persevered and found innovative ways to…

Dec172020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

Corporate Friends

4. Corporate & Community Friends

Corporate Friends The Big Guy (Donations of $5,000 and above) Teck Resources Limited Prosser Foundation Lecky Foundation Alberta Electrical Alliance AltaML CEO aka Chief Elf on Board (Donations with $2,500-$4,999) ATCO Calgary Whitehorn Office BentallGreenOak (Canada) LP Canadian Western Bank Cenovus Energy Inc. (Legal Team) Civeo Corporation CSN Lou's Auto Body Santa's Little Helper (Donations with $500-$2,499) Enerplus Corporation Equinox Engineering F45 Training Marda Loop Fortis Alberta Heater Sales & Service Midwest Surveys Sagium Health Sweep Holdings Ltd. Teamsters Canada Rail Conference CTY West Teine Energy

Dec12020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

e360s

3. Gift-in-Kind

As more deliveries are making their way to our warehouse, the amount of packaging and plastic bags also exponentially increase. Garbage disposal and recycling become a challenge. Big thanks to E360S who provided us with commercial-grade garbage and recycling bins in the busiest months. About E360S: Founded in 2018, Environmental 360 Solutions (E360S) provides environmental and waste management solutions to municipalities and commercial customers. Website: https://www.e360s.ca/

Dec12020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

Community Friends

4. Corporate & Community Friends

Community Friends Ian Anderson Ian Lock Real Foley Andrew Taws Ken Hillier Trevor Zacher Dianne Thomson Christopher Raes Ralph Cross Lisa Richards Blaine Holitzki Murray Acton Jeremy Methot Brent Laing Cameron Howey David LaBarre Sohan Fonseka Kim Schamp Debbie Weiss Shelly Eresman Tanya Kwan Brad Shackman

Dec12020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

Wi-Com Solutions

3. Gift-in-Kind

Since 2010, Wi-Com Solutions have been supporting us with two-way radios, speaker mics, and wireless internet hubs. It is an integral part of how we can run our BIG DAY, Christmas Eve, successfully. As you can imagine, communicating between the floor runner and the back office and coordinate 44 buses from 6am until sometimes 3am on Christmas morning is no easy task. About Wi-Com Solutions: Wi-Com Solutions is focused on providing quality sales and services through one-stop shopping for all your communication needs. Our products include cellular, data, satellite, two-way radio, PTT, video Surveillance, VoIP, IoT, intercom, and GPS solutions. Wi-Com is also an award-winning Bell Mobility Business Dealer in Western Canada and we believe in our products and services – holding ourselves to the highest standards. Website: https://wicom.ca/

Dec12020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

Econolith Press

3. Gift-in-Kind

Econolith Press has been helping print our donation box poster for many years. This year, we needed a refresh on the poster to reflect what we do now since the charity has grown. About Econolith Press: Since 1980, Econolith Press has been dedicated to making our best impression for their clients as a full service Commercial & Trade Printer. Like his father before him, the owner Jim is a Journeyman Pressman who oversees our talented production team to ensure the best quality. Website: https://www.econolithpress.com/

Dec12020 by Leona LeeNo Comments

Ink Engine

3. Gift-in-Kind

Having the MOC branded merchandise available for our volunteers to purchase is something the broad and committee members wanted to do for a long time. 2020 is year to remember for many of us. We thought to ourselves - why don't we make it happen this year. We are Ink Engine's first fundraising store as well. They've worked tirelessly to set up the online store to make it uber easy for everyone to place an order. They are super flexible to work with and provided few delivery option for everyone to get their order given the mandatory restriction. We will have our store up past Christmas. If you haven't gotten our branded merch, buy now at our store: https://themagicofchristmas.org/mocstore/ Based in Calgary, Ink Engine Shops allows artists, creators, brands, and…