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Northern Alberta & NWT Chapter

Welcome to the Make-A-Wish Canada Northern Alberta & NWT Chapter! We are dedicated to granting life-changing wishes for children battling critical illnesses across our vast region. Through grassroots initiatives and community events, we unite caring individuals and local businesses to bring hope and joy to these brave children and their families.

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 Northern Alberta & NWT.

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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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Heroes Challenge Edmonton 2026 – presented by WEM Toyota

Northern Alberta & NWT

April 30, 2026

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Make-A-Wish Golf Classic presented by Cooperators Western Region & Boston Pizza

Northern Alberta & NWT

June 3, 2026

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Wishes Granted in Northern Alberta & NWT Last Year

162

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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Meet the Team

Cathy Gabucci

Vice President, Western Canada

Northern Alberta & NWT

Jen Garden

Chapter Director

Northern Alberta & NWT

Kathryn McLean

Manager, Development

Northern Alberta & NWT

Patricia Snow

Manager, Development

Northern Alberta & NWT

Laurie Gawlicki

Development Officer

Northern Alberta & NWT

Chapter Advisory Board

Russell Keddie

Chair

Tanya Zurock

Member

Adam Merrick

Member

Alastair McKenzie

Member

Alyson Hodson

Member

Barry Murphy

Member

Ian Stephenson

Member

Jason Weiss

Member

Matt Siminiuk

Member

Patrick Kickham

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: 780.444.9474
Toll Free: 1-888-822-WISH (9474)
Fax: 780-489-9477
Email: [email protected]

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

Northern Alberta & NWT Chapter Office (Edmonton)

16007 118 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB, T5V 1C7
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm MT

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