Awarded for a second consecutive term, reaffirming JMCC’s commitment to quality, safety, and excellence in service The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) is proud to announce it has once again been awarded Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada—the highest level of accreditation possible. This marks the second consecutive time JMCC has […]
$117,500 Raised in Support of the John McGivney Children’s Centre The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) is thrilled to announce that this year’s Brad and Joanne Stannard Memorial Pie Auction held August 29th at the Harrow Fair has raised a record-breaking $117,500. These funds will directly support the Centre’s mission […]
The Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation has donated $200,000 to the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC). “We are so thrilled about this incredibly generous donation,” said Jennifer Jovanovski, JMCC CEO. “It will go towards supporting our highly-specialized rehabilitation and childhood development programs and services.” The Stephanie and Barry Zekelman Foundation […]
Breanna Williams has qualified for the Canadian Special Olympics Team and will be competing at the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games (Calgary 2024) from February 27 – March 2, 2024. Ms. Williams is 15 years old, and the only one from Windsor-Essex to qualify. Ms. Williams, a long-time client of […]
On November 21, 2023 the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) was presented with a cheque for $10,000 from Caesars Windsor Cares. The donation will go towards covering the cost of translation services for JMCC families. “We are committed to providing family-centred services and it is crucial for family members and […]
A special ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on November 2, 2023 where the John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) was presented with a new outdoor bench, along with a cheque for $5,000. The Demeter and Thibert families donated a bench for the Play McGivney Playground. Denise Westlake thanked everyone for coming to […]
The Doerksen family held a fundraiser as a way to give back to the John McGivney Children’s Centre. Oakley was diagnosed with Limb Body Wall Complex and given a 2% chance at survival, if he made it through to the end of pregnancy. He is now almost three years old. […]
The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) has received a $90,000 grant from the Solcz Family Foundation for its new Family Support Fund. “It can cost up to four times more to raise a child with a disability,” says Jennifer Jovanovski, Director of Client Services at JMCC. “And for children with […]
The John McGivney Children’s Centre (JMCC) was presented with a cheque from the Windsor Essex and Tilbury McDonald’s restaurants during the JMCC Superhero Fun Day on June 17, 2023. The $53,000 will go towards JMCC’s Summer Camp Program, and to new Outdoor Learning Space. “Camp McGivney” summer camps are specifically […]
After a three year hiatus, Superhero Fun Day is back at the John McGivney Children’s Centre. Superhero Fun Day welcomes children of all abilities and their families to enjoy a free day of outdoor fun, food and drinks. Everyone is invited to dress as their favourite superhero, enjoy our accessible […]