Apr122024 by Scott PerleyNo Comments
Volunteering at Stampede 2024!

Volunteering at Stampede 2024!

Fundraising, Volunteer
Volunteer at Stampede 2024 with our Kinsmen partners! Looking ahead into our 2024 season. We are blessed to be given the opportunity to be apart of the Kinsmen Million Lottery Booths at the Calgary Stampede for the 2024. That being said we are looking for volunteers to fill various shifts at the booths. It is important for us to fill as many shifts as possible, to continue the wonderful partnership we have with The Kinsmen Club. Added Bonuses for each volunteer: If you sign up before May 15th, will be entered into a draw to win some wonderful prizes! A light lunch/dinner will be provided for your shift You’ll have free entry into Stampede Park for the day More info on will be provided after sign up and closer to…
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Dec32023 by Scott PerleyNo Comments

2023 Global Cookie Sale – Success!

Friends, Fundraising
A huge thank you to all the Calgary Chefs who came out to support the Magic of Christmas in raising over $55,000!  AND they did it in about an hour! There are so many people we want to thank for making this event a success including Leslie Horton at Global News Calgary Chef Liana Robberecht at Trico LivingWell Jason McKay with Modern Rentals JP Gerritson, Di Wensel and Erin Rainey at ATCO Blueflame Kitchen Also a big shout out to the vendors who donated eggs, butter and flour for the chefs to make the cookies! Ardent Mills - https://www.ardentmills.com Burnbrae Farms - https://burnbraefarms.com Calgary Co-op - https://www.calgarycoop.com Sysco Calgary - https://www.sysco.ca We've shared the list of amazing chefs so that people can visit them to experience all their offerings! Restaurant/Organization Chef…
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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    
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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
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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…
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