Question 1

Does my card have to be store bought?

Accepted Answer

No! We welcome both store bought and handmade cards. Let your creativity run wild!   If you want to save money but are having trouble making a handmade card, this website is a good online card and envelope maker! Just make sure to handwrite the actual message though! You can also purchase a card from our Redbubble Store.

Question 2

Is there a minimum size requirement for my cards if I am handmaking them?

Accepted Answer

You should be able to create no more than 2 cards from one standard sheet of paper!

Question 3

Can I receive volunteer hours for writing a card?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can gain volunteer hours for writing cards to Seniors! Please sign up as a volunteer here and please read our instructions very carefully!

Question 4

Can I send my cards through a courier such as FedEx?

Accepted Answer

No. Cards must be sent through a federal postal service, such as Canada Post!

Question 5

Where should I send the card?

Accepted Answer

All cards can be sent to our P.O. Box at:    45017- 81 Lakeshore Rd E Mississauga, ON L5G 1B0 Canada

Question 6

If I want to send multiple cards, can I send them in one large envelope or do they have to be sent one card per envelope?"

Accepted Answer

We would prefer for multiple cards to be sent in one large envelope or box!

Question 7

If I am sending my cards in one large envelope/box, should I put the cards in individual envelopes?"

Accepted Answer

If you are sending your cards in one large envelope, it is up to you whether you have individual envelopes for each of your cards. We will accept them either way!

Question 8

If I am sending my cards in one large envelope/box, should I seal the individual card envelopes?"

Accepted Answer

If you have individual envelopes for each of the cards you send in one package, please leave them unsealed as we have to check that the card's message is appropriate!

Question 9

Can all my cards have the same message or design?

Accepted Answer

Up to five cards can have the same message or design.

Question 10

Do I have to put a return address on the envelope?

Accepted Answer

No, you do not have to put a return address on the envelope if you don't feel comfortable including it!

Question 11

Will I get any confirmation that you have recieved my card?

Accepted Answer

If you want confirmation that we have received your card, you may add a separate slip of paper in the envelope with your name and email. We’ll then contact you when we have received your card!

Question 12

Will I receive a card in return?

Accepted Answer

The cards will only be sent to Seniors in care facilities. You will not receive a response. However, we do have a pen pal program! Click here for more information on our pen pal program.

Question 13

Do I have to write my card in English?

Accepted Answer

No! In addition to English, we accept cards written in French, traditional Chinese writing, and simplified Chinese writing.

Question 14

How do I start the card?

Accepted Answer

When starting your card, we suggest using openers such as "Dear friend", "Greetings", "Hello" and "Hi there".

Question 15

What should I write in the card?

Accepted Answer

For inspiration on what to write in your card, please visit the Card Writing Help section of our website!

Question 16

How do I end the card?

Accepted Answer

We suggest using sign-offs such as "Love", "Your Friend", "Take Care" or "Warmly", followed by your first name! If you don't feel comfortable writing your name, feel free to write "Anonymous"!

Question 17

Where are the cards going?

Accepted Answer

All of the cards will be distributed to various care facilities across Canada!

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