Media Advisory - Goats, Alpacas and Sheep, Oh My!

The Meaningful Gifts Pop Up Shop

TORONTO, Dec. 17, 2014 /CNW/ -

WHAT:	How do you fit a goat, alpaca and sheep into holiday stockings this season? Find out at the Meaningful Gifts Pop Up, where you will meet goats, alpacas, and other livestock that are available in the World Vision Gift Catalogue.
	Guests will also hear a special live performance by award-winning artist Luke McMaster, who is donating the proceeds from the download of his new single, Raise A Glass, to World Vision.
	Experts can speak about: Their Top Picks for meaningful gift options Ways Canadians can make gifts meaningful by making personalized choices for the person they are giving to How people can give themselves a break from the long shopping lineups and crowds of the season and still get the perfect gift for that special someone  What makes these gifts meaningful
WHO:	Alicia Pereira – Gift Giving Expert, World Vision Canada
	Paula Schuck – Online and Social Media Community Manager and Founder of Thrifty Mom Media
	Luke McMaster – Award-winning Singer / Songwriter
WHEN:	Wednesday, Dec. 17, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
	** Luke McMaster to perform Raise A Glass at 11:15am
WHERE:	St. James Cathedral Church (65 Church St. East, Toronto)
	** Major Intersection: King St. East and Church St. East
VISUALS:	Live animals interacting with children and the community as they learn about charitable gifts
	Live performance by award-winning artist Luke McMaster
	Table-top displays with sample gift items and World Vision Gift Catalogues
	Community children and families enjoying Christmas treats with Santa

World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. World Vision serves all people regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender. Visit our News Centre worldvision.ca

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SOURCE: World Vision Canada

FOR INTERVIEWS CONTACT: Angel Cheng - cell: 647-271-4752, [email protected]; Alicia Pereira - cell: 647-291-2520, [email protected]