July 2017
When wish parents Donny and Christina Cosic learned that their daughter, Olivia, had epilepsy, it changed their world. “After Olivia turned one, we started having concerns about her development,” Christina says. “Something didn’t seem right and at first we thought it was cerebral palsy.”
July 2017
Make-A-Wish Canada is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Barb Hambly as chair of the wish-granting organization’s National Board of Directors. Ms. Hambly succeeds past chair, Kenrick Sproul, in this new role. Current board member, Peter Noonan, was appointed to the position of vice-chair, succeeding Eileen Uyede.
About Barb Hambly
July 2017
May 2017
May 1, 2017, OTTAWA – Just in time for World Wish Day® on April 29 and Canada’s 150th celebration, Thursday, April 27 marked the launch of 150wishes.ca, an engaging campaign which aims to raise $1.5 million so 150 wishes can be granted. The campaign is inspired by the kind heart and selfless spirit of former wish child, Dominique.
May 2017
Victoria B.C., May 15, 2017— In a perfect example of a ‘player vs. environment’ gaming move, where players team up against enemies rather than each other, Make-A-Wish® British Columbia & Yukon, ASUS Canada and Best Buy Canada Ltd. have come together to grant the computer gaming wish of nine-year-old Kenny. The common enemy everyone is trying to defeat?
April 2017
Make-A-Wish® offices worldwide thank “wish granters” of all kinds on April 29
March 2017
Toronto, Canada March 16, 2017: Sinking Ship Entertainment is wrapping season two of ODD SQUAD, the Emmy Award-winning kids’ series. ODD SQUAD is produced by Sinking Ship Entertainment and The Fred Rogers Company for TVOKids and PBS. The live action-comedy series for kids 4-8 now airs on major broadcasters worldwide and is a top-rated show around the globe.
February 2017
New video celebrates 10 years of WestJet Cares for Kids
January 2017
Top fundraisers will have a chance to win an exotic trip to Costa Rica
Jan. 12, 2017, TORONTO – Are you interested in making an adventurous resolution this year that makes a difference in your community? This is the event for you! Take on an extraordinary challenge and register for Make-A-Wish®Rope for Hope, Presented by Canadian Western Bank, the national signature fundraising event for Make-A-Wish® Canada.