What We Do
Since 1981, Ronald McDonald House Charities® Toronto has served as a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment.
Why RMHC Toronto?
The financial and emotional burdens can be overwhelming on families with a seriously ill child. Since 1981, Ronald McDonald House Charities® Toronto has served as a place to call home for families with seriously ill children undergoing treatment.
65%
of Canadians live outside of a city with a children’s hospital
40 years
of supporting families at RMHC Toronto
71%
of our funding comes from generous donors
The impact of your donations
In 2022, donor support made the following possible:
Meet some of our families
Help keep families together
When you support RMHC Toronto, you are giving families what they need most: each other.
Let’s Get Social
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What an incredible start to the school year at RMHC Toronto School! As we wrap up the first month, our …students have already embarked on their first field trip to the aquarium! They participated in a captivating kelp talk and explored fascinating exhibits, with one student calling it “The best day ever!” 🐠💙
We also held our first school fair of the year. Students from kindergarten to grade 11 showcased their amazing projects on habitats, speech writing, space, programming, and chemistry to their Parents and siblings.
We’re so proud of our students and grateful for the community support that makes these enriching experiences possible.
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It's #WishlistWednesday!
Help us bring comfort to RMHC Toronto families by stocking up on …essential dental supplies 🦷
We are in need of:
-Toothbrushes (adult and kid-sized)
-Travel-sized mouthwash
-Dental floss
These simple supplies can make a significant difference in the well-being of critically ill children during their stay. ❤️
To donate, contact us at giftsinkind@rmhctoronto.ca to arrange a drop-off at the House. 🏡 Prefer to give online? Visit our Amazon Wishlist: bit.ly/3QSnis6
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Celebrating Heidi Vlahantones, our Front Desk Associate, who has been honoured with RMHC Toronto's …peer-nominated employee award, the Anita Price Award of Excellence! 🎉
Heidi embodies the spirit of compassion, teamwork, and resilience that the Anita Price Award represents. Her infectious positivity, genuine care, and dedication make RMHC Toronto a welcoming place for everyone. Thank you, Heidi, for being the sunshine on a rainy day and uplifting us all with your bright energy.
"Heidi always goes out of her way to brighten everyone’s day. She takes a genuine interest in people, remembering details about their lives, what they like, and what they have coming up. She is warm, encouraging, and makes people feel truly valued.”
Join us in congratulating Heidi on this incredible achievement and read the full blog article here:
https://rmhctoronto.ca/news-stories/heidi-shines-bright-recipient-of-the-anita-price-award/
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⚾️ Take me out to the ball game! ⚾️
RMHC Toronto families hit a home run on September 14, …spending an unforgettable afternoon cheering on the Toronto Blue Jays!
A huge thank-you to our National Mission Partner, WestJet, for knocking it out of the park with their incredible generosity – from gifts of flight for families who need to travel for medical appointments to this fun-filled family outing.
Thank you for always stepping up to the plate for RMHC families across Canada! 🧢
#RMHC #RMHCToronto #RMHCNationalPartner #KeepingFamiliesClose #WestJet #Bluejays
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Today, on #NationalDayofTruthandReconciliation, we take a moment to reflect, learn, and honour the …experiences of Indigenous children, families, and communities. At RMHC Toronto, we are committed to listening, understanding, and contributing to the healing journey of those impacted by the history of residential schools in Canada.
We acknowledge the deep and lasting harm caused by the residential school system and the importance of amplifying Indigenous voices. Today, and every day, we stand with Indigenous communities, renewing our commitment to reconciliation through meaningful action, education, and support for families.
At RMHC Toronto, staff, families and volunteers can explore the suggested reading list for #OrangeShirtDay, curated by our Early Childhood Educator, Lish, which can be found in our library on the 4th floor of RMHC Toronto.
We are also pleased to distribute Every Child Matters pins, ordered from The Silver Moccasin, a 100% Indigenous-owned business. Connie, the owner, who is of Ojibway, French, and Irish descent, created this business to celebrate Canada’s Indigenous history and culture.
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As we celebrate 20 years of RMHC Toronto School, students like Alister continue to thrive, learn, form new …friendships, and stay on track with their studies.
Alister's dad, Alex, shares: "We always tell Alister that he’s so lucky to attend this unique school. Every month, the school hosts a fair where parents get to see what their kids have been learning and creating in the classroom. He’s keeping up with his peers and making great progress."
Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Back to School Campaign so far. If you haven’t yet, please consider donating today to help ensure children can continue making memories at RMHC Toronto School.
Donate: https://rmhctoronto.ca/help-children-thrive-at-rmhc-toronto-school/
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A big thank you to Subaru Canada for their incredible donation of a 2025 Outback to RMHC Toronto! 🚗
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For families staying with us, especially while caring for a seriously ill child, reliable transportation can make all the difference. Thanks to ongoing generosity, families without a vehicle now have access to our house car, offering a sense of ease and relief during their stay. 💙
We’re truly grateful for donors like Subaru Canada who help us provide the vital comfort that families need when it matters most.
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We’re celebrating 20 years of the Happy Meal Program, 1 billion Happy Meals sold, $100M raised for RMHC …Canada Chapters and Mississauga being named the Happiest City in Ontario! ❤️🎉
To continue highlighting the importance of this milestone, we want to share the story of the Resmer-Thyriar family, who relied on the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Credit Valley Hospital when their twins, Zayn and Zarya, were born prematurely at just twenty-eight weeks.
"To be able to warm up lunch seems like such a simple thing,’ says dad Ryan, ‘but when you’re stressed and emotionally exhausted from the overload of information about your children’s medical conditions and the terrible ups and downs of life in the NICU, a friendly smile, a microwave, and somewhere to sit down and eat or take a nap took a massive burden off our shoulders. I honestly feel the help we got saved my sanity and allowed me to be strong for my babies."
Read more here: https://rmhctoronto.ca/news-stories/mississauga-named-the-happiest-city-in-ontario/
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Thanks to communities across Canada and our Founding and Forever Partner McDonald's Canada, we are …celebrating 20 years of the Happy Meal program, which has raised $100 million for Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) across Canada since 2004!
With over 1 billion Happy Meals served, the program has helped create smiles and provide vital services that strengthen families when children need healthcare most.
To mark this milestone, McDonald’s Canada is highlighting the "Happiest Cities & Towns" that have sold the most Happy Meals since 2004, making a meaningful impact on families with critically ill children.
Mississauga, you've been named the Happiest City in Ontario! We were thrilled to celebrate this milestone at our Ronald McDonald Family Rooms at Credit Valley Hospital with donated Happy Meals and McCafe baked goods for our families to enjoy.
A huge thank you to our Family Room staff and volunteers, Mississauga-area Owner/Operators, and the Mississauga community for making a difference for RMHC families.