FAQs
Find quick answers to common questions about fundraising, registration, incentives, and more.
Sweepstakes
Is the Sweepstakes exclusive to TD?
No. The Sweepstakes is a national campaign open to participants in all provinces except Quebec.
When does the Sweepstakes run?
The Sweepstakes runs from February 18, 2026 to March 25, 2026.
What are the prizes for the Sweepstakes?
There are multiple Early Bird prizes and one Grand Prize.
Early Bird Draws
- February 25: Five (5) winners of $100 Mr. Sub gift cards
- March 4: Five (5) winners of $100 Amazon gift cards
- March 11: Five (5) winners of $100 A&W gift cards
- March 18: Five (5) winners of $250 COBS Bread gift cards
- March 25: One (1) winner will receive two (2) Economy Class return tickets with Air Canada to any Air Canada scheduled destination within Canada
Grand Prizes
- $10,000 in PC® gift cards
- Around the World With Air Canada
- Tropical Getaway at Sea Breeze Beach House - Barbados
- Executive Suite Experience: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators:
- Raptors Game Night Getaway
- Fairmont Banff Springs
- MOLLY MAID $2,500 Gift Certificate
- Shark PowerDetect™ Ultimate Cleaning Duo
- HelloFresh 6-Month Subscription
- HelloFresh 6-Month Subscription
- HelloFresh 6-Month Subscription
- Weber 30" Slate Rust-Resistant Griddle
- Shark CryoGlow™ & Glam™ Styling Duo
- Ninja SLUSHi™ & Swirl™ Frozen Treat Set
- SMEG Breakfast Bundle
- Kilne Cookware Set
- Milwaukee 6-Tool Combo Kit
- Nintendo Switch OLED
How do I enter the Sweepstakes?
To enter the Sweepstakes, simply purchase a ticket through www.secondharvestsweeps.ca.
- $10 for 1 entry
- $25 for 5 entries
- $50 for 20 entries
- $100 for 50 entries
Truck Pull
How much do teams need to raise to participate in the Truck Pull?
Teams must raise a minimum of $2,500 to participate. Team leads must also register for the Truck Pull here in advance to ensure a truck is available for them to pull.
What are the important dates for the Truck Pull?
The Truck Pull takes place on May 13, 2026 at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto.
Key dates include:
- April 1, 2026: Participant waiver registration required for each puller
- May 1, 2026: Teams must have raised the $2,500 minimum
- May 13, 2026: Truck Pull event day
How many people from my team can pull the truck?
Ten (10) people from each Team are required to pull the truck during the event.
50/50
What is the timeframe for the 50/50 Raffle?
The winner will be drawn on May 15, 2026.
Is the 50/50 Raffle exclusive to TD?
No. The 50/50 Raffle is not exclusive to TD.
How do I purchase a ticket for the 50/50 Raffle?
Tickets can be purchased online via your unique team link. Tickets start at just $10.
When will the 50/50 draw take place and how will the winner be notified?
The winning ticket number will be shared on the 50/50 platform, and the winner will be contacted by Second Harvest. An email will also be sent to all ticket purchasers.
Food Sorts
How does my Team sign up for a Food Sort and is there a maximum number of participants?
Food Sorts are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To sign up, please contact Lily Bernard at lilyb@secondharvest.ca.
Each Food Sort has a maximum of 25 participants.
Food Sort Dates and Times
Location: Second Harvest main warehouse at 120 The East Mall, Etobicoke ON
- Tuesday, April 7, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Thursday, April 23, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 29, 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 5, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Does my Team need to raise money to participate in a Food Sort?
No. Second Harvest has donated four complimentary Food Sorts for TD participants.
Donations
Will my donors receive a tax receipt for donations made to Individual/Team fundraising pages? What about tax receipts for the Sweepstakes and the 50/50 Raffle?
For any in-person donations taken by a Moneris machine, please contact Lily (lilyb@secondharvest.ca) prior to the event to coordinate.
Tickets purchased for the Sweepstakes and 50/50 draws are not eligible for tax receipts.
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