Testimonials
A world of increased equity, access, and inclusion is what we work toward, but it’s the people whose lives we touch that we work for.
Get to know the people and families impacted by our partners’ work, and read about the personal stories of triumph and growth made possible by donor support.
Scarlett
I’ll never forget that moment. About halfway through my pregnancy with Scarlett, an ultrasound revealed something wasn’t right. Our baby had a serious heart defect. After more...
Dimitrios
Camp Massawippi isn’t just a place I go in the summer—it’s where I’ve grown into myself. I can’t imagine a summer without it. Since I was young, it’s been the place where I can...
Marie-Hélène
I’m Marie-Hélène, an Orientation and Mobility Specialist at the MAB-Mackay. Each year, I’m proud to work with people who are blind or visually impaired, helping them learn how to...
Enza
Enza, seen here demonstrating the orientation and mobility training she received from Marie-Hélène When I was a teenager, I dreamt of being an artist. I loved painting,...
Emma
Emma is five years old, a bubbly little girl with a smile that can light up any room. She adores Disney princesses, music, desserts, colouring, and her beloved cat, Skyla. But as charming and bright as she is, Emma’s journey has been filled with challenges most of us could never imagine.
Jennifer
Imagine for a moment not being able to read this letter or see the colours in my picture It was a cold winter morning about four and a half years ago, and I was getting ready to...
Juliette
Juliette is 12 years old. She’s a very playful and sociable child. She was also born with a rare genetic disorder, of which there are only around a hundred cases worldwide. Some of her favourite camp activities are group campfires, singing, dancing and crafts. We’re very happy to be able to offer Juliette this moment of pure pleasure.
Zachary
The MAB-Mackay has been there for Zachary and his family since he was a toddler and his family discovered he was profoundly deaf. Zachary is now eight years old – read how the MAB-Mackay has supported him in his own words.