After marching in the Hyack Christmas Parade of Lights, cadets and volunteers of Fraser Sea Cadets spread out across Delta and New Westminster to collect donations for the Greater Vancouver Food Bank.
It was the corps' third annual food drive, which sees 1,000 paper bags delivered to homes with a letter requesting donations.
"We drop the bags off on a Thursday during our normal training and return for donated food about a week later," said Chief Petty Officer Alex Berkovets.
"The food drive is a highlight of our year as we are able to help local families and those in need."
"Fraser collected 90 boxes of food weighing over 2,000 pounds in a little over two hours tonight," raved Lieut. Bryan Watson.
"We have been extremely successful over the years and are thrilled to have donated over 6,000 pounds of food since 2009."
Watson is the executive officer of the corps of 50 youth and is completing his bachelor of commerce degree at Royal Roads University.
Fraser Sea Cadets is celebrating 70 years serving the cities of Delta, New Westminster and Burnaby.
Cadets ages 12 to 18 take part in citizenship, leadership and physical fitness training at their facility on Annacis Island. Cadets also have opportunities to attend summer camp, learn to sail, travel on international exchanges and meet new friends with no cost to sign up or participate.
Those interested in joining are encouraged to visit www.joinseacadets.ca.
