You’re invited to share acts of kindness — whether your own or those of others — that have made life a little kinder, and your community could win a $100,000 donation.

NOV 12 2025 - JAN 1, 2026

Step 1: Nominate Your Community

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Step 1: Nominate Your Community

Kindness is contagious, and every story has the power to inspire. Share the acts of compassion happening in your community to help spread kindness across Canada — and watch your hometown rise on the Kindness Community Leaderboard.

January 19, 2026

Step 2: From Kindness to Finalists

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From Kindness to Finalists

Step 2: From Kindness to Finalists

In early January, we’ll spotlight the Top 10 communities per capita whose kindness shone the brightest. From there, our panel of judges will carefully review the stories and select the finalists, before ultimately crowning Canada’s Kindest Community.

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Step 3: Awarding $100,000

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Step 3: Awarding $100,000

One community will be crowned Canada’s Kindest and awarded a $100,000 donation to uplift their hometown by empowering a local non-profit.

Get Inspired: Your Stories of Kindness

Nominate your community and then enjoy some stories of Kindness from across Canada!

I started a "Soup Sunday" in my community, cooking a big pot of soup each week to share with anyone in need. Neighbours joined in, bringing bread or desserts. It became more than just a meal—it was a time for people to connect, share stories, and support each other. A small act of kindness brought warmth to our whole neighbourhood.


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After seeing how lonely some seniors in our neighbourhood were, my mom started hosting monthly game nights at the local community center. It gave them a chance to socialize and feel included. Soon, younger neighbours joined in too, creating bonds across generations. What began as a simple event blossomed into a regular gathering of laughter and connection.

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Our local grocery store owner organized a "Kindness Box" in store, where people could leave non-perishable items for those in need. The response was overwhelming—shoppers began filling it with food, toiletries, and kind notes. It became a simple, ongoing way for our community to take care of each other.


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Meet Jarvis, Ontario: Last Year’s Coca‑Cola Canada’s Kindest Community Winner

Jarvis, Ontario became the first ever winner of Canada's Kindest Community with heartfelt stories that reflected its deep spirit of generosity and kindness.

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The Coca‑Cola® Holiday Caravan is Coming Your Way!

Don’t miss out on all the festive fun! Find a Holiday Caravan stop near you to enjoy a truckload of holiday magic, including a visit from Santa.

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*Canada’s Kindest Community 2025: No purchase necessary. Open to legal residents of Canada, 13+, w/ parental permission if a minor. Ends 11:59 pm ET on 1/1/26. Grand Prize (1 total) ARV: CAD$100,000. The Community of Jarvis is not eligible to win this Contest. For Official Rules, available on 11/12/25, click here.