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Happy New Year From Make-A-Wish Canada!

Thank you for being part of an incredible year of granting wishes. We couldn’t have done it without your support. Let’s start 2026 stronger than ever! Your kindness can help fill a life-changing prescription for a sick child. 

A Year Shaped by Your Support 

1,835 Wishes Granted

That’s 1,835 moments of healing, courage, and transformation

697 Communities Reached

Canadians came together to improve health outcomes for sick children

603,818 Canadians Connected

Wish kids. Families. Volunteers. Donors. Friends. Every one of them impacted by a wish.

Our 2025 Wrapped

As we welcome 2026, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the unforgettable moments and milestones our supporters helped create last year. Their generosity empowered communities, lifted families during their hardest days, and brought comfort to sick children when they needed it most. Watch our year-wrapped video to see their support in motion.

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.

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Share a Dose of Hope

A few kind words can mean the world to a sick child. Share a message of encouragement—it’s a simple way to deliver a dose of hope when it’s needed most. Plus, for each message you share, you’ll be entered for a chance to win $500 Visa gift card!

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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.

I wish to have a shopping experience

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I wish to go to my favourite theme park

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I wish to give to my local children’s hospital

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I wish to be a celebrity

Wish Story

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I wish to go to my favourite theme park

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I wish to become a princess

Wish Story

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I wish to ride a rollercoaster

Wish Story

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I wish to swim with dolphins

Wish Story

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I wish to be a YouTuber at the biggest Halloween convention

Wish Story

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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

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Donate to Fill a Prescription 

Wishes Are Medicine, and your gift today will help us 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.

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Fundraising Events

Our events bring communities together across the country to raise funds and celebrate the power of wishes.

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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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