“We Walked for Hope”: How One Family’s Trek Across Madagascar Changed Everything
From their quiet, palm-thatched village in rural Madagascar, the journey to healing spanned more than 275 kilometres.
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A Life-Changing Experience: My Journey with Operation Smile in Honduras
Ryan, a dedicated Operation Smile Canada ambassador and Johnson & Johnson employee, actively volunteers and fundraises to support our mission. His efforts earned him the opportunity to attend a surgical…
Smiles in the Making in Tanzania
At first glance, baby S looks like any other beautiful little girl. But behind her sweet smile lies a hidden challenge—she was born with a cleft palate, a gap in…
Training Tomorrow’s Surgeons in Africa, Today
In many parts of Africa, access to safe surgery is not just limited, it’s nearly out of reach. There’s a critical shortage of specialized surgical professionals, doctors and nurses. That…
A Parent’s Journey: Hope and Healing in Bolivia
You wake up before dawn, your heart racing with nervous anticipation. Today is the day. Clutching your child’s tiny hand, you step into the cool morning air and make your…
Bringing Smiles, Building Futures: Surgical Care and Training in Bolivia
From March 22 to 28, 2025, a dedicated team of volunteer medical professionals will come together to provide life-changing cleft surgeries and comprehensive care to children and adults in need.
A Fresh Look, Same Mission: Explore our Website Updates
The redesigned Operation Smile Canada website is your go-to destination to experience the impact you’ve made, learn about cleft conditions, and explore how you can get involved. It’s packed with…
Janat’s Journey from Days to Live to a Brighter Future
From the moment Janat was born, no one could have foreseen the physical and emotional trials that awaited her and her family. Reflecting on the first time she saw her…