Children's Health Foundation

Victoria Royals game in support of Island kids
2026-02-27 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre, 1925 Blanshard St, Victoria, BC, V8T 4J2, Canada
We’re honoured to be the charity of choice for the Victoria Royals game on February 27, as they take on the Portland Winterhawks.
We will receive the proceeds from that night’s 50/50 raffle, so every ticket you buy will support Island kids and their families.
As a supporter, you can also enjoy exclusive discounted tickets. Join us at the game and make a difference for Island kids!

TC 10K
2026-04-26 07:00 - 12:00 | Victoria
We’re proud to be a charity of choice at the TC10K this spring— and we hope you’ll join our team!
From the downtown start line to the stunning oceanfront views along Dallas Road, the TC10K course winds through James Bay and Fairfield.
Whether you run or walk, or take part in the 1.5K Family Run, the TC10K is all about community, connection, and moving forward together.
Register and show your support by choosing to fundraise for us. Not participating on race day? You can still make a difference by supporting us with a donation.

Smile Cookie Week
2026-05-03 | Greater Victoria, Canada
Tim Hortons’ Smile Cookie Week is back! For the 13th year in a row, we’re teaming up with 22 Tim Hortons locations across Greater Victoria to turn a simple cookie into something meaningful.
From April 27 to May 3, when you buy a Smile Cookie from any of the participating locations, you’ll be supporting Jeneece Place — our Home Away From Home next to Victoria General Hospital.
Jeneece Place offers welcoming, affordable accommodation for families who need to travel for their child’s health care.
Grab a bulk order for your friends, your team at work, or your whole family. A box of Smile Cookies goes a long way — for the people you share them with, and for the children we support together.

Ways to support

Find a participating store near you

McHappy Day
2026-05-06 | Greater Victoria, Canada
Join us on Wednesday, May 6, for McHappy Day! By enjoying your favourite menu items all day, you’ll make a positive impact on Island kids.
A portion of all proceeds from participating McDonald’s restaurants in Greater Victoria goes directly to Jeneece Place — our Home Away From Home next to Victoria General Hospital.
Jeneece Place offers welcoming, affordable accommodation for families who need to travel for their child’s health care.
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, a combo meal, 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: 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 or on your favourite delivery app.

Oak Bay Half Marathon
2026-05-24 08:00 - 12:00 | Oak Bay
We’re proud to be a charity of choice for the 2026 Oak Bay Half Marathon — one of BC’s most scenic and best-loved running events.
Whether you’re taking on the half-marathon, the 10K, or bringing your children to the Kids 1K, every step supports the health care journeys of Island kids and their families.
Starting at beautiful Windsor Park in Oak Bay, the course winds through the heart of the village and follows the stunning seaside route along Beach Drive.
Want to make it a team effort? Grab your friends and split the course in the 4-person relay, where teammates each run approximately 5 km of the route. It’s a great way to experience the race together.

Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball game day
2026-06-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Serauxmen Stadium, 745 Third St, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
We’re partnering with the Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball club this season. Together, we’re bringing fun and meaningful ways to get involved.
Sunday, June 7, is our game day! Join us at Serauxmen Stadium in Nanaimo and support Jesse’s House. Sheri Shanahan, Jesse’s mom, will be throwing out the opening pitch — with CEO Veronica Carroll on hand to officially kick off the day.
Tickets start at just $10, making it a great opportunity to enjoy a fun day at the ballpark and support Island families.

WestJet Ticket Raffle
2026-08-05
Introducing our first-ever WestJet Ticket Raffle with the Nanaimo NightOwls in support of Jesse’s House.
Enter for your chance to win one round-trip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination*.
Every ticket sold goes towards Jesse’s House — our future Home Away From Home in Nanaimo for families travelling for pediatric and neonatal care.

Know your limit, play within it. Must be 19+ to play. BC Gaming Event Licence #173264

Raffle details
Ticket sales: May 15, 2026 – August 5, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Draw: August 5, 2026, at 8:00 pm at Serauxmen Stadium during the Nanaimo NightOwls’ final game of the season.
Ticket prices:

1 ticket for $10
3-ticket pack for $25

Grand prize
One (1) round-trip flight for two (2) guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination*
*Things to know about the gift of flight:

Fees, taxes, and surcharges are the responsibility of guests travelling and must be paid for at the time of booking with a valid credit card.
Does not include optional fees such as checked baggage or cabin upgrades.
Valid on any regularly scheduled WestJet marketed and operated flight.
Voucher is not valid for redemption on WestJet Vacations’ or Sunwing Vacations’ packages, flights operated by codeshare partners, charters, or any interline flights.
All bookings and travel must be completed within one year from the date of the event.
Voucher is limited and subject to promotional space availability of eligible fare options and flight schedule. Not all flights have promotional space.
Flights must be round-trip to and from the same locations. All guests must travel together on the same itinerary, dates and flights.
The voucher cannot be used on some dates, including statutory holidays and peak travel dates.

Know your limit, play within it. Must be 19+ to play. Raffle License # 169736

Highland Pacific Golf for Jeneece Place
2026-08-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Highland Pacific Golf, 450 Creed Rd, Victoria, BC, V9B 6C9, Canada
Join us on Wednesday, August 5, for the 2026 Highland Pacific Men’s Night for Jeneece Place.
This 9-hole Texas Scramble brings together teams of four and individual players for an evening of golf, great food, and community support. The shotgun start begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by a delicious Prime Rib buffet dinner catered by The Keg Victoria.
The best part: proceeds from the event will support Jeneece Place, our Home Away from Home in Victoria for Island families travelling for their child’s health care.
When a child requires critical medical care away from home, the emotional and financial strain on a family can be overwhelming. Jeneece Place provides a welcoming place to stay just steps from the hospital.
Every registration helps Island families when they need it the most.

Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball game day
2026-08-05 18:30 - 21:30 | Serauxmen Stadium, 745 Third St, Nanaimo, BC, Canada
We’re partnering with the Nanaimo NightOwls Baseball club this season. Together, we’re bringing fun and meaningful ways to get involved.
Wednesday, August 5, is the NightOwls’ final home game! Join us at Serauxmen Stadium in Nanaimo and support Jesse’s House.
Tickets start at just $10, making it a great opportunity to enjoy a fun day at the ballpark and support Island families.
WestJet Ticket Raffle

Introducing our first-ever WestJet Ticket Raffle with the Nanaimo NightOwls in support of Jesse’s House.
Enter for your chance to win one round-trip flight for two guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination*.
Every ticket sold goes towards Jesse’s House — our future Home Away From Home in Nanaimo for families travelling for pediatric and neonatal care.
Know your limit, play within it. Must be 19+ to play. BC Gaming Event Licence #173264

Raffle details
Ticket sales: May 15, 2026 – August 5, 2026 at 7:30 pm
Draw: August 5, 2026, at 8:00 pm at Serauxmen Stadium during the Nanaimo NightOwls’ final game of the season.
Ticket prices:

1 ticket for $10
3-ticket pack for $25

Grand prize
One (1) round-trip flight for two (2) guests to any regularly scheduled WestJet destination

Mid Island Co-op's Fuel Good Day
2026-09-15
We’re honoured to be the beneficiary of Mid Island Co-op’s Fuel Good Day this year, with proceeds supporting Jesse’s House.
There are two big ways you can get involved with Fuel Good Day:
Fuelling Up
On Tuesday, September 15, all Mid Island Gas Bar locations donate 10¢ for every litre of gas sold. No special steps, just fill your tank. Plus, you could win your fill! Enter inside with your fuel receipt and you could win your entire fuel purchase back.
Donation Squares
From September 1-15, purchase donation squares at any Mid Island Gas Bar, Liquor Store, or Food Store. Round up your purchase total or add on a few dollars; you can choose the amount to donate. Don’t forget to fill out your square and tell us what makes you “fuel good”!

2026 Annual General Meeting
2026-09-24 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on Thursday, September 24 at 6:00 p.m. to 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, 2025 and March 31, 2026 are eligible to vote.
Please register by Tuesday, September 22:

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

Royal Victoria Marathon
2026-10-10 - 2026-10-11 | Victoria
Join us for the Royal Victoria Marathon weekend this October in downtown Victoria! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, there’s a race for everyone. Choose a distance that suits your level: the full marathon, half marathon, 8K, 5K, or Kids Run.
Events will be capped for 2026. When the block number is reached, prices will increase. In 2025, the marathon and half marathon both sold out in July.
Saturday, October 10: Kids Run and 5K — start and finish at Willows Park in Oak Bay.
Sunday, October 11: Marathon, Half Marathon, and 8K — start and finish in downtown Victoria.
Grab your friends, lace up your runners, and join us as we run for Island kids.

Island Kids Art Showcase
2026-10-14
Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2027. To mark this special milestone, we’re inviting Island kids and youth to create art pieces for our Virtual art gallery and our 2027 Children’s Art Calendar.
This year’s theme is Celebration. We encourage young artists to interpret this theme in their own creative way. The artwork might celebrate friends or family, birthdays, animals, nature, holidays, or any joyful moment.
Submitted pieces will be displayed in an online gallery at islandkidsfirst.com, and 12 will be featured in our Calendar. Plus, selected pieces will also be displayed in one of our facilities.
Deadline to submit: October 14
