Be the Light that Guides them

out of the Shadows

Cast aside, children with untreated cleft conditions often live a life in darkness. You have the power to help a child like Lexxi right now. Let your light shine this spring.
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We believe every child born with a cleft lip or palate deserves exceptional surgical and comprehensive care, no matter where they are born.

Together, we create health that lasts a lifetime.

The Journey to a New Smile

Our comprehensive care covers Nutrition, Surgery, Psychosocial Care, Speech Therapy, Oral Health, Education and Training.

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Laura Camila Gonzalez Alvarez with her mom

You Make Children Smile

These children, and so many more, received free cleft surgery thanks to the kindness and generosity of caring Canadians like you. Every gift creates a lasting impact in the life of a child.

Inspiration & Insights

You’re Changing and Saving Lives Across the Globe

Dayana Aracely from Quatemala holding a photo of her before her surgery
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Create Smile after Smile by Joining our Monthly Giving Family

Spread Smiles by Getting Involved

Explore volunteer opportunities, employee and student programs, personal fundraising, fitness challenges, and more – leading to more new smiles!

Canadian Volunteers
Outstanding Operation Smile Student Programs volunteers Quinn Henry and Teah Popatheodorou were selected to serve as team leaders during Operation Smile's 2022 International Student Leadership Conference