Children's Health Foundation

Pot of Gold 50/50 Raffle
2025-02-21
Our Pot of Gold 50/50 raffle is back for another year, giving you the chance to win BIG while supporting kids in your community!
Tickets will be available from February 21 until March 17, 11 am. The draw will be at noon on March 17, and we’ll announce the winner shortly after.
The bigger the pot, the more kids we can support. So help us spread the word!

Raffle details

Ticket sales open: February 21

Ticket sales close: March 17 at 11 am

Draw date: March 17, 2025 at noon

Ticket prices

1 for $10.00
3 for $25.00
10 for $50.00
50 for $100.00
150 for $200.00

The more tickets sold, the larger the jackpot—and the more support for Island kids and families.

Know your limit, play within it. Must be 19+ to play.
Raffle License 159185

Smile Cookie Week
2025-05-04 | Greater Victoria, Canada
Tim Hortons’ Smile Cookie Week is back! For the 12th year in a row, we’re teaming up to spread smiles (and cookies!) in partnership with 22 Tim Hortons stores in Greater Victoria.
From April 28 to May 4, when you buy a Smile Cookie from any of the participating Tim Hortons locations, you’ll be supporting Jeneece Place—a Home Away From Home for Island families who need to travel for their child’s health care. Located next to Victoria General Hospital, Jeneece Place offers welcoming, affordable accommodation for families so they can focus on what matters most – their child’s well-being.

How You Can Support

Buy a Smile Cookie in person at participating Tim Hortons locations (see map below).
Pre-order in bulk for your workplace, school, or community group.
Order online through Tim Hortons’ website for pickup or delivery.

Find a participating store near you

We’re incredibly grateful to Tim Hortons franchisees and customers for their support over the past decade. Since 2014, Smile Cookie Week has sold more than 300,000 cookies and raised $512,000 for Jeneece Place, providing support for thousands of Island families.

McHappy Day
2025-05-08
Join us Thursday, May 8 for McHappy Day. A portion of all proceeds from participating McDonald’s restaurants in Greater Victoria goes directly to Jeneece Place. You’ll be supporting this Home Away From Home for Island families who need to travel for their child’s health care.
Located next to Victoria General Hospital, Jeneece Place offers welcoming, affordable accommodation for families so they can focus on what matters most – their child’s well-being.
Order in-restaurant, at the Drive-Thru, via the McDonald’s app, or with your delivery app.

How you can support

Order anything off the menu: Grab a coffee, your favourite combo, or a sweet treat and support Island families.
Round up for Jeneece Place: Round up your order total to the nearest dollar to donate the difference.
Buy Socks & Hearts: Pick up a pair of McHappy Day Socks or make a donation for a Heart ($2, $5, or $10). Available in-store, at the drive-thru, or on the McDonald’s app.
No McDelivery Fee: Enjoy $0 delivery fee on all McDelivery orders made through the McDonald’s app.

Participating Locations

Esquimalt – 1149 Esquimalt Rd
Saanich – 3465 Saanich Rd
Saanich – 3460 Saanich Rd (Uptown Walmart)
Saanich – 1567 Cedar Hill Cross Rd
Langford – 854 Langford Pkwy
Langford – 860 Langford Pkwy (Walmart)
Langford – 2445 Millstream Rd
Colwood – 681 Allandale Rd
Colwood – 1742 Island Hwy
Sooke – 6661 Sooke Rd

Why it matters
Since 2013, McHappy Day helped raised more than $100,000 for Jeneece Place. Every dollar raised helps ensure families can stay close to their child. Your donation stays right here on Vancouver Island, supporting families in your own community.

Capital Iron’s 90+1 anniversary celebration
2025-05-08 - 2025-05-11
We’re proud to have been selected as one of three charities of choice for Capital Iron’s 90+1 Anniversary Event. This four-day celebration is packed with deals, exciting activities, and a chance to give back.
From May 8 to 11, enjoy exclusive discounts, all while supporting Island kids. Capital Iron is donating 1% of all sales on those dates and 100% of proceeds from special activities to local charities.

How you can support
Shop and Save
Enjoy discounts on select items throughout the store. A portion of your purchase will go toward helping children with complex health needs.
Grab a bite
Enjoy a delicious BBQ hot off the grill. Your donation gets you a tasty meal — and it helps Island families.
Bid on the silent auction
Get great deals on high-end items like BBQs, appliances, and more.
Join the 50/50 Raffle
Take a chance and win big — while giving back to your community.

When Pigs Fly Radiothon
2025-06-13 06:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver)
Join us for 12 hours of live radio, community, and heartwarming stories—all in support of our Homes Away From Home: Q̓ʷalayu House and Jeneece Place. We’re rallying to raise funds to support Island families who must travel for their children’s health care.
Come visit us in person
Stop by our live-on-location tents in Campbell River and Courtenay. Spin the prize wheel, meet our team, and enjoy the festivities! You can also make a donation in person. Enjoy our BBQ Lunch in Campbell River. Our friends from the Campbell River Daybreak Rotary are joining us again as our BBQ lunch specialists!

Campbell River: Save-On-Foods, 1400 Dogwood Street
Courtenay: Coast Courtney Hotel, 2605 Cliffe Ave

Tune in all day
Listen live from 6 am to 6 pm via our partner Vista Radio – even if you’re not in town!

Support

Sunset Cinema
2025-07-22 18:00 - 20:00
Coastal Community Credit Union’s Sunset Cinema series is back this July, offering free family-friendly movies on a giant 3-story screen in communities across Vancouver Island.
All concession sales will go towards the Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island, raising vital funds to support Island kids and their families.
Even though the movies start after dark, attendees are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot. Bring blankets, pillows, or lawn chairs.
Check out the complete schedule below and click here for more information
Thursday, July 17 – Duncan
Friday, July 18 – Nanaimo
Saturday, July 19 – Parksville
Sunday, July 20 – Port Alberni
Monday, July 21 – Courtenay
Tuesday, July 22 – Campbell River

Orbus Business Networks Summer BBQ
2025-08-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Strathcona Hotel, 919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 2C2, Canada
Orbus Business Networks is hosting its annual Summer BBQ. Proceeds from the event will support Jeneece Place, our Home Away From Home for families travelling to Victoria for their child’s health care.
The Summer BBQ includes :

A delicious dinner at the Strathcona Hotel

Prizes & raffles

Networking with members and guests

An opportunity to support Island families on their health care journeys

Event Details
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Time: 6-9 pm
Location: Strathcona Hotel Rooftop Patio
919 Douglas Street, Victoria, BC V8W 2C2

2025 Annual General Meeting
2025-09-25 18:00 - 20:00
Join our upcoming online Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, September 25 at 6:00 pm.
Learn about the impact that donors like you make on the lives of thousands of Island kids. Your contribution is invaluable, and our work wouldn’t be possible without you.
Members who donated $15 or more between April 1, 2024 and March 31, 2025 are eligible to vote.
Please register by Tuesday, September 23:

If you have any questions, please email info@islandkidsfirst.com or call us at 250-940-4950.

Estate Planning Seminar
2025-10-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Royal Colwood Golf Club, 629 Goldstream Ave, Victoria, BC, Canada
Join us for a free seminar on Monday, October 6, from 5 to 7 pm.
Discover practical tips to protect your family and create a meaningful legacy. Learn from experts about the importance of a will and common pitfalls to avoid. Advisors will share the latest trends in charitable giving and strategies to reduce taxes while maximizing impact. With real-life examples, you’ll see how planning today can shape a lasting tomorrow.
Click on the button below to register.

Royal Victoria Marathon
2025-10-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Victoria
Join us for the Royal Victoria Marathon weekend, October 11-12, in downtown Victoria! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, there’s a race for everyone. You can choose a distance that suits your level: the full marathon, half-marathon, 8K, or 5K.
We’re proud to be one of the selected organizations in the CHEK Charity Pledge Program. Grab your friends, lace up your runners, and join us as we run for Island kids.
Register for your race here and select Friends of CHFVI as your team.
Not running? You can still support the cause by donating to our team here.

365 Nights Launch Event
2025-10-30 15:00 - 18:00 | île Sauvage Brewing Co, 2960 Bridge St, Victoria, BC, Canada
Join us on October 30 as we launch 365 Nights—a campaign uniting local businesses to ensure Island families have a welcoming, affordable place to stay when their children need hospital care.
When care takes them far from home—sometimes for weeks or even months—Jeneece Place in Victoria and Q̓walayu House in Campbell River provide families with comfort, connection, and the chance to stay close during some of their hardest moments.

Enjoy an inspiring evening of:

✔ Food and drinks from Pizzeria Primastrada and Île Sauvage Brewing Company
✔ Hearing about how our Homes impact the lives of Island families
✔ Learning how your business can help keep families together when it matters most
✔Connecting with other community-minded local business leaders

Please note that the parking lot may be limited. Please consider nearby street parking.

Pancakes & Pajamas
2025-12-07 09:00 - 14:30 | Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville St, Victoria, BC, V8V 1X3, Canada
Save the date! Tickets go on sale on November 1
This December, Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island, in partnership with the Hotel Grand Pacific, invite you to Pancakes & Pajamas, our beloved annual holiday fundraiser supporting Island families.

Event Details

Date: December 7, 2025
Time: Seatings at 9:00 am and 12:30 pm
Location: Hotel Grand Pacific, 463 Belleville Street, Victoria
Dress code: Pajamas or festive wear encouraged

Ticket info

$90 (13 years old +)
$30 (3-12 years old)
$450 Hotel Package
Free for children under three

Exclusive hotel packages
Turn Pancakes & Pajamas into a weekend getaway in the heart of Victoria! Kick off your holiday season with a cozy night’s stay, then join us for a magical morning of festive fun.
Hotel package rate: $450
Includes:

A cozy one-night stay in a beautiful room at the Hotel Grand Pacific on Saturday, December 6
Admission to Pancakes & Pajamas for 4 (maximum 2 adult tickets, ticket value up to $240)

Don’t miss out – hotel packages are only available until November 23, and quantities are limited!

Questions?
Please email events@islandkidsfirst.com with any questions regarding this event.

Thank you to the Hotel Grand Pacific for generously hosting this event and being a key supporter since 2001!

Holiday Raffle for Island Kids
2025-12-17 00:00 - 23:59
Introducing our first-ever Holiday Raffle for Island Kids — a fun new way to make a difference for Island children on their health care journeys.
You could win big — while giving back to your community.
There are two ways to play!
50/50 raffle: Half the jackpot goes to one lucky winner, and the other half supports Island kids and families.
Prize raffle: Win a round-trip flight for two to any regularly scheduled and marketed WestJet destination

Raffle details
Ticket sales open: November 19
Ticket sales close: December 17 at 3 pm
Draw date: December 17 at 4 pm

50/50 ticket prices:
Single ticket for $10;
3 -ticket pack for $25;
10 -ticket pack for $50;
50 -ticket pack for $100;
150-ticket pack for $200

Prize raffle ticket prices:
Single ticket for $10;
3-ticket pack for $25

Know your limit, play within it. Must be 19+ to play.
BC Gaming event licenses #166752 and #167293
