The Back-to-School Drive is a community initiative in partnership with Markham Public Library that collects and distributes school supplies to students and educators in need. Your support helps ensure that every child has access to the tools they need to learn, grow, and succeed.
EXPANDING ACROSS
York Region
In 2026, our Back-to-School Drive is planned to take place in Markham. These communities are only the beginning. By 2030, our goal is to expand the initiative across York Region so that more students can begin the school year with the supplies and confidence they need to succeed.
How The Drive Works
We Collect
We collect new or gently used school supplies through community drives, independent donors, and corporate partners.
We Sort
Volunteers carefully organize and pack each donation so that every item can make a meaningful difference.
We Distribute
Supplies are distributed to students and educators who need them most, helping them start the school year prepared.
.png)
.png)
Dates & Locations
School supply pickups will be available at three different locations to make the Back-to-School Drive more accessible to families across the community. Participants can choose the location that is most convenient for them.
August 22, 2026
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Milliken Mills Library, Program Room, 7600 Kennedy Rd #1, Markham, ON L3R 9S5
Our Impact
1,500+
Students Supported
5,000
Supplies Distributed
100+
Volunteers Engaged
Last year's Drive!
Thank you to our Partners
.jpg)
.png){kind=small}
