Two moms. Two diagnoses. One unbreakable bond.
When their babies were diagnosed with leukemia weeks apart, Veronica and Lynn found friendship in a hospital hallway. They recently sat down together to reflect on motherhood, resilience and the strength they found in supporting each other through their hardest moments.
Wishes Are Medicine
We are redefining what it means to support sick children. Wishes aren’t just nice—they’re a critical part of a child’s treatment plan, delivering real health benefits and renewed strength.
See the Impact You Made in 2025
Discover stories, milestones, and the meaningful difference your support made in our annual impact report.
The Power of a Wish
Research shows that wishes help children build resilience, reduce stress and anxiety, and help improve health outcomes. Wishes provide hope—an essential part of healing. Read the inspiring stories of those touched by the power of a wish.
Big Wins, Bigger Impact!
Big prizes, exciting draws, and even more chances to win — this is your moment! Enter by August 27 for your chance to win $25,000 cash or round-trip WestJet flight for two with a Fairmont Mountain Collection multi-stay package, plus early entry perks like $1,000 bi-weekly cash draws and exclusive early bird prize packs. Enter early for more chances to win, all while helping grant life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Wish Research
9 out of 10
medical providers saw a wish increased compliance with treatment
8 out of 10
wish kids reported that their wish gave them the strength to fight their critical illness
2.5x
Kids who had a wish fulfilled are 2.5x less likely to have an unplanned hospital visit
Help Fill Life-Changing Prescriptions
Wishes Are Medicine, and your gift today will help fill more prescriptions for sick children across Canada.
Other Ways to Support
In addition to donating directly to our mission, there are many other ways to support Make-A-Wish Canada.
Become a Monthly Donor
Your monthly gift provides steady, reliable support that helps us grant life-changing wishes all year long.
Fundraising Events
Our events bring communities together across the country to raise funds and celebrate the power of wishes.
Shop WishGifts
These symbolic gifts have real impact. Whether it’s a Gift of Connection or a Gift of Creating Memories, each purchase brings strength to a child when they need it most.
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