October 2026 Issue Out Now!

By Kathryn McBurney

Each day families turn to the Rehabilitation Centre for Children for support and equipment that can enhance their child’s health, independence, and participation in daily activities.

The impact of giving to the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation can be seen in the life of three-year-old Ava. Born with cerebral palsy, Ava’s parents were told she would never walk or talk.

“Your mind wonders about the future, what will life look like for my kid?” shares Ava’s mother Katherine.

Thanks to the generosity of donors, Ava received a funded Rifton Pacer, a specialized mobility device that has transformed what her family once believed was impossible. With the support of this equipment, Ava took her very first steps.

For Ava’s family, these steps represented far more than mobility. It is a powerful reminder of what can happen when children have access to the right supports.

By becoming a monthly donor, you can help make milestones like these possible all year long. You’ll join a dedicated community committed to creating opportunities for children and families across Manitoba.

Ava is just one example of the impact your donation can have on a child’s life. Many other children are still waiting for opportunities to participate more fully in the world through access to specialized equipment, participate in inclusive programming and continue to receive in expert clinical care in prosthetics, orthotics and assistive technology and other clinics.

There is a need to support these children as they develop and grow. Monthly donors help ensure the area of greatest need at the Rehabilitation Center for Children can be met. When you #ChooseChildrensRehabilitation for your monthly gift, you’ll not only provide lasting support, but you’ll be part of community of changemakers for children with disabilities.

To learn more about becoming a monthly donor to help kids thrive, please visit crf.mb.ca/monthly-gift.

With gratitude.

Kathryn McBurney is the Executive Director of the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation.