County of Simcoe Paramedic Services Food and Toy Drive donations accepted at three locations in Severn

Midhurst/November 26, 2025: County of Simcoe Paramedic Services officially kicked off its 23rd annual Food and Toy Drive on November 21, continuing a proud tradition of giving back to the community.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of residents, the drive has already collected 304 toys, 372 pounds of food, and $2,807.50 in monetary and gift card donations, making a meaningful difference for local families in need.

Donations can be made online, or by dropping off new, unwrapped toys and non-perishable food items at locations across Simcoe County until December 21, 2025. 

Local drop off locations

There are three donation drop off locations in Severn, including:

1. Township of Severn Administration Office, 1024 Hurlwood Lane
2. Severn Fire Station 3 | Coldwater Paramedics Station, 1 Firehall Lane, Coldwater
3. Washago Community Centre, 4361 Hamilton Street

For full details and County-wide drop-off locations, visit simcoe.ca/toydrive.

About the County of Simcoe

County of Simcoe is composed of 16 member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit the County of Simcoe website at simcoe.ca. 

Contacts

Brandon Maron
Public Relations Consultant
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-903-7882 (mobile)
Brandon.Maron@simcoe.ca

Collin Matanowitsch
Manager, Public Relations
County of Simcoe, Service Simcoe Department
705-734-8386 (mobile)
Collin.Matanowitsch@simcoe.ca 

Received by the Township of Severn from the County of Simcoe via email on November 21, 2025.