Christopher Mavrikos with The Dahlia Society joins Hillside Centre’s Michelle Paget during this year’s Canstruction event, when food and cash are collected for the Mustard Seed Food Bank. But there are numerous other charities out there that seek donations and volunteers, especially during the holiday season. Courtesy The Dahlia Society

Christopher Mavrikos with The Dahlia Society joins Hillside Centre’s Michelle Paget during this year’s Canstruction event, when food and cash are collected for the Mustard Seed Food Bank. But there are numerous other charities out there that seek donations and volunteers, especially during the holiday season. Courtesy The Dahlia Society

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