For more than thirty years the Saskatoon Firefighters have climbed aboard their "sleigh" for one day each year and sang carols in exchange for donations to Denny Carr's Secret Santa Campaign.  This year the Caroling Firefighters were able to raise over 28,000 thanks to the generosity of Saskatoon citizens.  The picture shows a brand new float constructed this year by a few of the members, with generous sponsorship from a number of businesses.  The money raised by the firefighters is added to many other donations to help provide food and toys for 600 Saskatoon families.  Members of the Caroling Firefighters also lent a hand on December 22, when the families come to pick up their hampers.

The Secret Santa Campaign was created over 30 years ago by late radio personality Denny Carr, and everyone involved today is very proud to carry on his vision year after year.  One of the highlights of the day for the Caroling Firefighters is to visit the statue of Denny Carr.  They sing Denny a carol and place the red sweatshirt on his statue, showing that he is and always will be a member of the team. 

Photo Courtesy Greg Pender, Saskatoon Star Phoenix