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Southern Alberta Chapter

Welcome to Make-A-Wish Canada’s Southern Alberta Chapter! We’re devoted to granting impactful wishes for children facing critical illnesses. By fostering community engagement and hosting local events, we connect compassionate individuals and businesses to inspire hope and joy. Join us to create unforgettable moments for kids who need it most.

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 Southern Alberta.

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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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February 22, 2023 – December 31, 2030

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Our Local Partners

Wishes Granted in Southern Alberta Last Year

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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

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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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Why Helping Others Feels Good

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I wish to be a celebrity

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I wish to go to my favourite theme park

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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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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: 403.228.3666
Toll Free: 1-888-822-WISH (9474)
Fax: 403-246-0946
Email: [email protected]

Phone Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 6:00 pm MT

Southern Alberta Chapter Office (Calgary)

Suite 5, 2308 24 Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2T 5H8
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MT

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Meet the Team

Simona Lupas

Chapter Director

Southern Alberta

Amanda Horricks

Manager, Development

Southern Alberta

Katherine Simunkovic

Manager, Development

Southern Alberta

Chapter Advisory Board

Andrew Ramsay

Chair

Jennifer Geggie

Vice-Chair

Scott Lovett

Member

Stephanie Stimpson

Member

Alykhan Ladha

Member

Candice Bjornson

Member

Rita Dube

Member

Tyler Malden

Member