Over $6 million has been raised to help children and families in need in Hamilton, since the Christmas Tree of Hope campaign was launched in the 1970's.

This kicks off the biggest fundraising campaign for the CHML, Y108, and Fresh FM, Children’s Fund which distributes money to over 40 children’s charities all over the greater Hamilton area 12 months of the year.

900 CHML kicks off the season of giving Friday with the lighting of the Christmas Tree of Hope at Hamilton's Gore Park.