Board member Richard Lindsey and five-year-old son Michael shared some giggles after dinner.

Christina Brake (right) won the grand prize of a trip for two to Victoria and a stay at the Empress Hotel courtesy of Thomas Cook travel.

"Good food," was the vote from Ashley Foulds (from left), six-year-old Zachary Hannah, mom Tammy and little sister Kayce.

They're angels of mercy and local keepers of the faith. Representing the true spirit of Christmas is founder David Foster and his wife Emiko.

They've got a feel good beat and a message worth hearing. "Pneuma" has entertained at the dinner for three years.

Keith Whitaker and Gina Nalewajek were volunteering as servers for the first time.

Volunteer Patt Uren welcomed two-year-old Ryan Mousavi and his mom Mahrnaz for a special dinner.

Santa was on hand alongside project chairman Rob Arthurs to give out gifts to the kids.

Six year-old Brandy McDonalds (from left) dined with her dad Les and her seven-year-old sister Ayisha.

Nine-month-old Jaylene Chambers and her mom Valerie are looking forward to spending her first Christmas together.

Where did all the turkey go? Kitchen workers Scott Ewart (left) and Terry Jensen made sure everyone got full helpings.

A&W Root Bear mascot Ryan Vertegaal donned his bear costume to entertain all the kiddies.