SASKATCHEWAN, Thursday, March 13, 2025 — Every two hours in Canada, a child is diagnosed with a critical illness.
Meet nine-year-old, Harlyn. Harlyn loves swimming, gymnastics, friends, and staying up late. Harlyn’s lives with a nervous system disorder and was diagnosed when tumours were discovered on her optic nerves. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she underwent 18 months of weekly chemotherapy. The success of these treatments stopped the tumour growth and allowed her to reduce MRI visits while still maintaining specialist appointments.
Harlyn’s wish to visit West Edmonton Mall took place in late 2023 and following the experience, she declared, “It’s the best birthday ever!” At the World Waterpark, she enjoyed the wave pool and the popular Tropical Typhoon waterslide. She also had the chance to explore the enormous mall and found her favourite gummy bears and sour candies at the sweet shop, IT’SUGAR.
Harlyn’s parents, Kara and Alan, said the entire wish experience was special and even the smallest details were customized for their daughter. For the first time in a long time, the wish allowed Harlyn to delight in life as a child. “She is a strong, confident, inspirational girl, and we are very proud of her,” Kara said.
Buy your tickets for the Make-A-Wish Presented by The Clients of Babin Investment Management 50/50 raffle and help support Make-A-Wish Canada!
Congratulations to the winner of our second early bird prize, Tanya Briere from Regina!
Funds raised will help grant the wish of every child battling critical illness in Canada, bringing hope and joy to their lives and the lives of their families.
Single tickets can be purchased for $20, 10 tickets for $50, 50 for $100 and 250 for $250. The raffle is open to Saskatchewan residents over the age of 18. For more information, visit makeawish.ca/events/make-a-wish-saskatchewan-50-50-lottery-presented-by-clients-of-babin-investment-management-cibc-wood-gundy/
Childhood critical illness is devastating and can take so much from a family. All the hope, joy and wonder of childhood is replaced by fear and loneliness. Together, we can help grant more heartfelt wishes that bring hope and joy to families during their most challenging times!
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