November 19–21, 2026 | Parkland Mall, Red Deer
For 26 years, Red Deerians have been filling buses, sharing smiles, and showing what happens when a community comes together for a good cause. This November, Stuff-A-Bus returns to Parkland Mall, and we're ready to make year 26 another wonderful celebration of generosity!
In partnership with the Red Deer Christmas Bureau, the Red Deer Food Bank invites you to join us for three days of giving, goodwill, and holiday cheer. We're collecting non-perishable food, new unwrapped toys, and financial donations to help make the season a little brighter for our neighbours across Central Alberta.
Why Your Support Matters More Than Ever
While the holidays are a season of celebration, they're also a time when many families feel the financial squeeze.
According to Food Banks Canada's HungerCount 2026, food banks recorded more than 2.35 million visits in a single month, an increase of nearly 117% since 2019. Meanwhile, a recent Ipsos survey for Second Harvest found that 89% of responding food charities experienced increased demand, with more than one-third reporting they had to turn people away because of limited resources.
Behind those numbers are real people, including families, seniors, and working neighbours doing their best to make ends meet.
And that's why traditions like Stuff-A-Bus matter. Every can of soup, box of cereal, donated toy, and financial gift represents something bigger: a community that cares.
Three Days of Giving and Holiday Fun!
November 19–21 at Parkland Mall, we're making it easy to give back!
Drive-Thru Donation Mornings: Thursday and Friday, 8–10 a.m. Drop off food or financial donations on your way to work and enjoy a hot coffee or chocolate!
Family Fun: Bring the kids and enjoy special holiday visitors, including story time with Mrs. Claus.
Give Together: Rally your coworkers, friends, neighbours, or family to collect food, toys, or funds and make a difference together.
Whether you bring one item or a whole shopping cart, your generosity counts.
Let's Fill the Bus — and Fill More Tables!
For 26 years, Stuff-A-Bus has reminded us that the spirit of the holidays isn't about what's under the tree. It's about what we can do for one another.
The need is growing. But so is our determination to meet it.
Come out, bring a donation, share a smile, and help us make this year's Stuff-A-Bus one to remember.
Because when Red Deer comes together, good things happen.