The Bracebridge BIA, in partnership with the Town of Bracebridge, is continuing a Christmas tradition that gives back to the community.
Meters in downtown Bracebridge have been bagged and have a note requesting shoppers make a donation in lieu of paying at the meter.
BIA Administrative Coordinator Tracy Larkman says donations are collected for the ongoing community program Out of the Cold.
Larkman says since 2009 the BIA has assisted in collecting $10,000 for this program.
Red collection boxes can be found in many of the businesses in town.