The Rotary Club of Pickering prepares Christmas packages for the children of the Neskantaga native reserve in northern Ontario.  Rotary also supports the HIP (Honouring Indigenous People) organization, providing assistance to help them fulfill their mission to support Indigenous Peoples’ education vision in addition to promoting understanding and awareness of Indigenous challenges. HIP’s activities are initiated by First Nation communities. The Indigenous children are provided with winter clothing to make it safe for them to attend school and nutritional food that allows them to focus on learning. Sports equipment and programs are provided to promote healthy living and encourage youth to stay in school, achieving their full potential.  Books, technology and school supplies are also provided to inspire and encourage learning. HIP is instrumental each year in successfully delivering over 180 pallets, an estimated $650,000 worth of food, clothing, school supplies, technology, hygiene products and sports equipment, to 20 First Nation communities.