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As one volunteer shared: “I am truly grateful to be a part of Philip Aziz/Emily’s House. I never imagined how much these experiences would mean to me. It’s hard to describe what sort of impact being a volunteer here has been on me, but I firmly believe that my life is…

It is with hearts full of love and deep wonder that we remember the birth of our Emily 33 years ago today!  Little did we know how the years would unfold, a journey from being a thriving and energetic young girl to suddenly being diagnosed at the age of 10…

Matthew was a big fan of Frank Sinatra. When he lived at Emily’s House children’s hospice during his final days, he was always requesting Frank Sinatra music. Many dance parties were held, and everyone would wear a fedora to add to the fun. His family has continued to be active…

Community hospice care brings compassion right into homes, and provides respite for caregivers. Volunteers are needed to support isolated adults in our community. The volunteer experience is very rewarding for both client and volunteer.  Check out some of the testimonial impacts from the archives. Please help reduce the waitlist.  …

Don’t wait another minute to buy your tickets for the fundraiser, Fly Me to the Moon, with proceeds to Emily’s House Children’s Hospice. Tickets purchased on or before midnight, March 1st are eligible to win this stunning Swarovski Tennis Necklace donated by Evangelos Fine Jewellery of Stouffville, valued at $425. …

Learn from a real estate agent, mortgage broker, and real estate lawyer while supporting Emily’s House Children’s Hospice. For event info:  Click Here…

The Emily’s House Anonymous Client Survey 2025 yielded informative, practical and encouraging feedback from Emily’s House families about the care their child received at our children’s hospice, and how well their family felt supported. Here are a few representative excerpts from parent caregivers of our children and youth with complex…

Fly Me to the Moon – A Fundraiser for Emily’s House Children’s Hospice Saturday, March 7, 2026. 7:00pm – 11:00pm The volunteer event committee has been preparing silent auction items for the March 7th fundraiser for Emily House children’s hospice. A couple of the fun items include: A guitar from Long &…

“There were highs and lows along the cancer journey – kayaking, canoeing, brain radiation, chemo, big birthday parties and celebrations with friends – until the chemo and radiation did not work.” World Cancer Day is an international day marked on 4 February to raise awareness of cancer and to encourage…

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On the weekend, Bruno (volunteer) from our Family Advisory Council and Danielle from our Recreation team staffed an information table at Emily’s House programming/referral partner Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Eligible families are invited to register for fun and interactive children’s recreation programming at Emily’s House children’s hospice, including day…

The annual Emily’s House Family Holiday Party is always a terrific success. Like last year, we had two parties in one day, to allow our team and volunteers to spend more time and activities with each child and family. The fun included face painting, seasonal crafts, decorating gingerbread houses, shared…