You Made 2024 a Record-Breaking Year
From inspiring strength to creating moments of hope, every wish makes a difference. Together, we make more wishes come true.
2,011 wishes
granted to children with critical illness across Canada
745 communities
impacted by the power of a wish
45% increase
in wishes granted compared to last year
Tax receipt extension update
The government has announced an extension to the tax receipt deadline for donations eligible for the 2024 tax year. You now have until February 28, 2025, to make your contribution and receive a tax receipt that can be used in either 2024 or 2025. Your support today can help brighten the future for a child in need. Learn more about how you can help.
A Wish Creates Memories That Last a Lifetime
Imagine children facing critical illnesses getting the chance to step away from hospital rooms and treatments to experience pure joy and be kids again. Wishes provide the hope and emotional healing they need, lifting their spiriting and giving them strength. Your support makes these life-changing moments possible.

Wishes Improve Health Outcomes for Sick Children
We reached 45% more children last year—the most wishes granted in our history! This achievement is a direct result of the compassion, generosity, and dedication of our supporters.

The Power of a Wish
Why We Are Essential
Wishes are treatment and are essential to improve the health outcomes of children battling critical illnesses
Wish Research
Medical providers overwhelmingly agree that the wish experience contributes substantially to physical, mental, and emotional health
40 Years of Wishes
For over 40 years we have helped to provide sick children with the strength they need to face their illness by granting them a wish
Donate Now
You are helping to grant more wishes and are giving hope to children with critical illnesses.

Wish Impact Statistics
90%
of wish parents said that a wish is an essential and necessary part of a child’s medical journey
90%
of wish kid alumni said their wish experience improved their overall quality of life
88%
of medical practitioners said a wish improves a child’s overall physical and emotional well-being
100%
of medical providers said the wish experience helps a child feel significantly more joyful
Other Ways to Support
In addition to donating directly to our mission, there are many other ways to support Make-A-Wish Canada and help grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.
Volunteer
Join our dedicated and passionate volunteer team and make dreams come true—whether through wish granting or inspiring events. Your impact starts here.
Events
Get in on the action coast to coast! Join our exciting virtual and in-person events and help make more wishes come true with Make-A-Wish Canada.
Leave a Legacy
Build a lasting legacy! Your support today will ensure that wishes keep lighting up lives for generations to come.
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