Making children smile. Helping families cope. Faire sourire les enfants. Aider les familles à faire face à la maladie.
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Geoffrey and Starry are racing through the aisles on a mission to spread holiday cheer! 🎁💫 This season, every donation made at checkout during @toysruscanada's 27th Annual Star Campaign supports Starlight Canada's programs that bring comfort, laughter, and hope to families.
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@toysruscanada turned their Sherway store into 7-year-old Abby’s playground – racing through the aisles with her family during her very own 3-Minute Dash, grabbing every toy she could dream of in three minutes. 🛒✨
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This Thanksgiving and every day, we are thankful for you — our supporters, donors, and volunteers — for making moments of light possible for seriously or chronically ill children like 8-year-old Grayson. From all of us at Starlight Canada, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving! 💛✨
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13 Starlight families, 2 days, 1 @rmountaineer train… countless smiles! 🏔️💫 On this #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re reminded of the power of joy and connection — and how magical experiences like these make the world of difference for families with seriously ill children.
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A heartfelt thanks to @rmountaineer for warmly welcoming our adventurers. As well, thank you to the @AirCanada Foundation and @aeroplan for providing flights that helped make this dream trip a reality. Together, the magic you created on this journey will be cherished forever. ✨
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Starlight families are embracing every moment on board the @rmountaineer. 🛤️✨ Thank you, #RockyMountaineer, for creating hope that will last far beyond the tracks. And to the @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan for bringing these families together with round-trip flights. 🌟
Battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) for the second time in her young life, 8-year-old Eva has spent more time in hospital rooms than in classrooms. But on this once-in-a-lifetime trip with @rmountaineer, Eva and her family are experiencing moments they’ve long dreamed of.
A warm thank you to @rmountaineer for giving children like Eva an adventure to remember, and to the @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan for providing the round-trip flights that helped families like hers reach new heights. 💫
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ALL ABOARD THE @rmountaineer! 🚂💫 13 families with seriously ill children are off on an adventure to remember, ready to discover not only the beauty of the Canadian Rockies, but the beauty of childhood itself. #RockyMountaineer
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This life-changing journey has been made possible with round-trip flights from the @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan. And with the caring support from our friends at Sofina Foundation and Sofina Foods Canada, adventure, hope, and childhood magic await! 🌟
13 Starlight families are packing their bags, ready for a breathtaking journey with @rmountaineer — where laughter and excitement await. And with round-trip flights made possible by @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan, the sky is the limit! ⛰️💫
➡️ NEXT STOP: BANFF, ALBERTA!
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On National Day for Truth And Reconciliation, we reflect on the intergenerational impacts of residential schools and honour the Indigenous communities affected by this painful history. #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #EveryChildMatters
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Meet Emma, one of 13 Starlight kids embarking on an unforgettable @rmountaineer journey! With flights made possible by @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan, Emma is embracing the adventure ahead — and we can’t wait to take you along for the ride. 💫 Stay tuned! #RockyMountaineer
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Living with a chronic lung disease, mitochondrial disease, and sensory challenges, fear and anxiety often shape her world — but at Starlight events, Leinah’s world lights up. 💫
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Thanks to our friends at @rmountaineer, 13 seriously ill children and their families will soon travel together on a once-in-a-lifetime train experience through the mountains, with round-trip flights made possible by the @AirCanada Foundation and @Aeroplan. ⛰️💫 #RockyMountaineer
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The first day of school is a milestone most families take for granted—a backpack at the door, shoes tied, a quick photo before heading out. For Nolan’s parents, it was one they feared they’d never see.
Read Nolan’s back-to-school journey here: bit.ly/3HHwTk1. 💫
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Lights out, and away we go! 🏎️🚥 More than 130 seriously ill children and family members gathered for a special Show & Shine, as the Vancouver car community transformed the Landmark Theatre parking lot into a striking grid of 19 luxury cars. ✨
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At the 5th Annual Starlight Open, over $300,000 was raised to brighten the lives of families with seriously ill children—driven by the generosity of community champions, corporate partners, and philanthropic leaders who came together for a day of purpose. ⛳💫
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“I hope this helps kids just be kids for a little while when they’re in the hospital,” shared Frank Dalphond of @SekureExperts. Inspired by his two healthy daughters, Frank donated a Starlight Handheld in their honour. 💫Read his story: bit.ly/46sMEVX
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This #DisabilityPride Month and beyond, we’re celebrating the power of strength, individuality, and inclusion of children like Sophia who deserve to feel seen, supported, and proud of who they are. 💜✨
Donate at give.starlightcanada.org.
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After spending the last 8 weeks at Alberta Children's Hospital and undergoing a second surgery, Ollie—and his little brother Will—were in serious need of a pick-me-up. Luckily, the 501st Badlands Garrison answered the call, bringing with them the full power of the galaxy. 🌌🌟
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From hospital rooms to hometowns across the country, we’re celebrating what makes Canada shine brightest—compassion, connection, and community. ❤️🍁
#HappyCanadaDay from all of us at Starlight! 💫
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Give kids like Eammon the tools to fight boredom, feel connected, and find joy within the hospital walls. 💫 Choose your gift, select your hospital, and know exactly where your donation goes at starlightcanada.org/hospital…. 🎁
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