Yonge Street Mission Toy Market
During his visit to the Yonge Street Mission Christmas Toy Market, the Governor General helped a mother select gifts for her family.
Sat, 12/17/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0770-001
The Yonge Street Mission Christmas Toy Market is an annual charity event. It allows parents affected by poverty to choose free Christmas gifts for their children.
Sat, 12/17/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0770-002
During the Toy Market, volunteers like Ruth Pentinga (on the right) become personal shoppers.
Sat, 12/17/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0770-003
The Governor General enjoyed lending a hand at the Toy Market by becoming a personnal shopper for a community member. Apparently, he made great suggestions!
Sat, 12/17/2011 - 12:00 MCpl Dany Veillette, Rideau Hall GG2011-0770-004