Yes, you read it right. We believe that photography shouldn't be expensive and everybody should be able to save memories professionally. If you have followed us, you may already know we have volunteered several times. We refuse to profit from Children's beliefs; when we bill on other kinds of photoshoots, we ask for peanuts.
This Christmas 2024, we want to offer free photos with Santa Claus and the Grinch to the all people of Cornwall, Ontario (and surrounding areas).
Some useful links to the event:
The photo is free, you are only required to bring cans of non-perishable food or personal care items. These items will be donated at the end of our campaign. Please read the Frequently Asked Questions for more details.
Official Invitations
Schedule
- Nov. 16th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm; bring your friendly dog!
- Nov. 17th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm; bring your friendly dog!
- Nov. 23rd from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm
- Nov. 24th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm
- Nov. 30th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 4 pm; bring your friendly dog!
- Dec. 1st from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm; bring your friendly dog!
- Dec. 7th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm CANCELLED DUE ILLNESS
- Dec. 8th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm ONLY HALF DAY
- Dec. 14th from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm
- Dec. 21st from 11 am to 2 pm & 3 pm to 5 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to book?
No! Just walk in within the scheduled hours. From November 17th to December 21st, from 11 am to 5 pm with a pause between 2 and 3 pm. We highly recommend following us on the Facebook Event or our Facebook Page as we will put updates if the schedule changes. - Will Santa Claus and the Grinch be together?
Sadly no, they don't get along (joking). We can't have them together as the space we are using is small. - What happens if I don't bring a can of food or a personal care item to donate?
We will ask you to buy one. We are not taking money. - How many items should I bring?
At least one item. We do not have a rule for that (nor a judgment), just use your common sense based on the number of family members you are coming with. - May I bring my dog?
Yes, you can! We have pet day on specific days. Your furry friend must be friendly and get along with kids and other dogs. Please bring dog poop bags in case you need them. - How will I get the photo? How long is the turnaround?
We will hand you a small piece of paper with a link and QR code that will forward you to the gallery where you will be able to download your photos. We aim to have the photos ready before the next Friday. - What happens if I lose the access paper?
You will have to return any day to get a new one. If the photo campaign has ended and you can't get another one, you won't be able to access it. We won't make any exceptions on this. - I want a hard copy (print). Do you sell them?
Yes, there are two ways. You can buy it from the portal (not recommended as it is expensive) or you can contact us directly. We can locally print 6x4, 11.5x8, 17x11 and 19x13; the price will be to cover the cost of the materials. - What happens with the items we donate?
They will be donated to the AGAPE at the end of the campaign. They have already been contacted. - I am a high school student. Do you need volunteers?
You are very welcome to volunteer with us. Ask your school if we qualify, if we do, we will be happy to have you. You must wear an elf (or other character) costume. Contact us. - I am a business, may I tag along?
Yes, you can, but there is a catch about this. You can not sell anything. You can set your table up and give freebies displaying your brand. - If this is free, why the GoFundMe campaign?
The short answer is that we are spending a lot of money setting this up. Your help to the campaign is totally optional and well appreciated. It is just to help us to run even with all the expenses we have been doing. - How many photos are taken?
Of course at least one. Depending on the line, we can take more minutes to do different things. - May I use my cellphone and not your camera?
No, please respect our efforts. The main photo must be taken by us. You can stand behind the photographer if you want to take a photo with your mobile but you won't get the best shoot. If you still do it, please tag us and share it so more people come. - Do you do home visits?
We are so sorry, but this campaign won't. The people who are Santa and the Grinch are volunteers and we can not ask them for more than all the time they are already giving for free. If a home visit is so important to you, contact us and without promises, we will see if we can; this won't be for free. - How may I help you?
If you are an adult (18+) you can help us here. If you are underage, we need authorization from your parents. Another way to help us is to let know your friends about this; an easy way is just showing interest in the Facebook Event and inviting your friends. - Does Santa accept letters?
Yes, he does. Your kid may bring a wish list to Santa and at the end of the photo, we can return it to you. - Is there any reason you may cancel a day?
Snowstorms and health issues. Our Santa doesn't live in the city, if there is a snowstorm and he can't drive, we will have to cancel. If Santa or the Grinch have health issues, we will keep tabs on them and see if they can make a specific date. - Where do I park my car?
Please follow this map as it suggests different places.
Green areas: it is safe to park on Saturdays & Sundays. We have a driveway that will have 1 car space, if the space is free when you arrive, you can use it. If you are not bringing an elder, please try to use the street.
Yellow areas: use these areas only on Sundays.
Red areas: never use these areas. You will get a parking ticket for sure.
