This holiday season, Sur-Flo had the pleasure of joining Wood’s Homes in making the season a bit brighter for children and families in need. As part of the Wood’s Homes for the Holidays campaign, Sur-Flo bought and wrapped gifts for two families and one program, bringing joy and much-needed support during a time of the year that can be stressful for many.

Wood’s Homes, a children’s mental health center operating throughout Alberta, supports over 20,000 at-risk and vulnerable children, youth, and their families every year. Their programs provide crucial services, from outreach and live-in programs to mental health support and counseling. This year, Wood’s Homes is bringing hope to over 700 people across its many programs in Calgary, Strathmore, Lethbridge, and Fort McMurray.

Sur-Flo was proud to deliver gifts to the Parkdale campus, ensuring that two families and the U12 Collingwood Program would experience the magic of the holidays. The families we supported are part of the William Taylor Learning Centre, a school that helps children with emotional regulation and school engagement. These families, facing financial challenges, were touched by the support, receiving items carefully chosen to meet their unique needs.

For the first family, a mother and her two children, Sur-Flo provided thoughtful gifts to bring comfort and joy during a challenging time. After facing the financial strain of a recent job loss, this caring and connected family is working hard to regain stability. The gifts aimed to ease their burden and add a sense of warmth and holiday magic to their season.

The second family, supported by a grandmother caring for her grandson and two uncles, received gifts that were both practical and heartfelt. A particularly touching gift we were able to give was Lavender candles in memory of the child in the family’s mother. The Sur-Flo team is excited to give these gifts that will help make the holiday season special for this family after a trying year full of changes and adjustments.

For the U12 Collingwood Program, which provides a safe and supportive environment for six young children awaiting their next homes, Sur-Flo delivered a thoughtful selection of gifts to bring joy and comfort. Items such as Lego sets, baking kits, and makeup kits were among the surprises that brightened the children’s holiday season, offering them moments of creativity and fun during their transition.

The gifts, delivered with care and wrapped with love, symbolized more than just holiday cheer—they brought hope and a reminder that these families and children are not alone. Sur-Flo is honored to contribute to this meaningful initiative and to be a Miracle Maker this holiday season.

Thank you to Wood’s Homes for giving us the opportunity to participate in this incredible cause. We look forward to continuing our involvement and helping make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Together, we are spreading joy and hope to the holiday season.

This past weekend, the Sur-Flo team laced up and hit the pavement for the CIBC Run for the Cure—and wow, what an incredible morning it was! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. The weather was on our side, the energy was electric, and our team, decked out in our brightest gear, joined thousands of others across the country in raising funds and awareness for breast cancer.

And when we say “big,” we mean BIG. This year’s Run brought together 55,000 participants nationwide, raising an astounding $15 million for breast cancer research and programs! It was amazing to be part of such a huge event, knowing that our steps were helping drive change and support those affected by breast cancer.

At Sur-Flo, we’re all about community—and there’s no better feeling than giving back while having a great time with the team. We had so much fun and are already planning to come back next year with even brighter costumes, louder cheers, and bigger smiles!

A massive thank you to everyone who cheered us on and contributed to this incredible cause. Together, we’re making strides (literally!) towards a future without breast cancer. Let’s do it again next year!