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Manitoba & Nunavut Chapter

Welcome to Make-A-Wish Canada’s Manitoba & Nunavut Chapter! We’re dedicated to granting life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses. Through grassroots initiatives and community events, we unite generous individuals and businesses to inspire hope and joy. Together, we create cherished memories that make a lasting difference for sick kids.

How to Get Involved

There are many ways to support Make-A-Wish Canada and help grant life-changing wishes to children with critical illnesses.

Events

Join one of our many events across Manitoba and Nunavut.

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Volunteering

We are always looking for passionate and energetic people to join our volunteer team. 

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Start a fundraiser

Whether you’re an individual, organization, or community group, bring your fundraising vision to life.

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Donate to our mission

Your generous tax-deductible donations help to grant wishes to children battling critical illness.

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Get in touch

Send us a message, we love to hear from our community!

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What’s Happening in Your Local Chapter

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Fundraise For Wishes

National

February 22, 2023 – December 31, 2030

Bring your fundraising vision to life! Fundraise for Wishes allows for easy fundraising.

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Hilary Druxman – Be A Shining Star

Help support Manitoban local jeweller Hilary Druxman and the Make-A-Wish Manitoba & Nunavut Chapter by purchasing a Shining Stars necklace! Proceeds from the sale of the Shining Star necklaces will be donated to the Make-A-Wish Manitoba & Nunavut, enabling the starlight of your gift to shine on children with critical illnesses and their families in our community.

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The Power of a Wish

Wishes have the power to transform the lives of children battling critical illness, their families, and their communities. Here are the heartfelt stories from those whose lives have been changed by a wish.

I wish to have a shopping experience

Wish Story

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I wish to go to my favourite theme park

Wish Story

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I wish to give to my local children’s hospital

Wish Story

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Why Helping Others Feels Good

Blog

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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

Wish Story

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November is Make A Will Month 

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Raising Kind Kids: How ECHOage Teaches the Joy of Giving

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Tara’s Legacy: A Wish That Lives On 

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Wishes Granted in Manitoba & Nunavut Last Year

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Meet the Team

Nuala Nazarko

Chapter Director

Manitoba

Melanie Johnston

Development Officer

Manitoba

Chapter Advisory Board

Kristie Pearson

Chair

Randy Steinsvik

Past Chair

Dylan Bromley

Member

Heather Falk

Member

Jeff Penner

Member

Keith Cruise

Member

Lana Maidment

Member

Maxine Diamond

Member

Rob Geswin

Member

Sandy Sinclair

Member

Dr. Val Brulé

Member

Logan Binda

Member

Pam Sigurdson

Member

Contact us

Our doors are always open, and we invite you to stop by and say hello. Whether you’re dropping by to share your experiences, learn more about our mission, or simply connect with fellow members of our community, we love having visitors. Your presence enriches our journey and reaffirms the impact of our collective efforts.

If you need to contact our chapter or have any questions by email or phone, our dedicated Donor Care team is here to help. To streamline communications, all inquiries are channeled through this team. They will either assist in resolving your query directly or guide you to the relevant department.

Donor Care

Telephone: 204.945.9474
Toll Free: 1-888-822-WISH (9474)
Fax: 204-945-9479
Email: [email protected]

Phone Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 7:00 pm CT

Manitoba & Nunavut Chapter Office

350 St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 3J2
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm CT

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