Dreams Come True

Throughout our history, we’ve been inspired by people that we’ve been able to help live out their perfect dream.

Here are a few stories of Dreams Come True. Click on each title to be inspired.

 

Frederick & Sons at the Game READ MORE

Frederick’s dream was to gather with family and friends while he was in Edmonton with his wife and kids.
To turn this gathering of loved ones up a notch, Oneday Dreams arranged for Frederick and his boys to attend an Edmonton Oilers game!
After the dream, Frederick shared that, while the entire experience was fantastic, the most meaningful aspect of it was the memories he was able to create for his boys. Special thanks to the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation for donating tickets to the game!
Nhu & The Mountains READ MORE

Nhu’s dream was to go on a road trip with her husband Hoang and their two young daughters, Angelina 11 and Julia 8 years old, to create memories and experience parts of Canada that she’s never seen.
Nhu and her family spent two days at the River Cree Resort & Casino near the West Edmonton Mall. They spent time as a family enjoying the attractions at the mall, then drove to the Banff Caribou Lodge with a one night stay to sightsee and explore the Rocky Mountains.
Special thanks to West Edmonton Mall for donating VIP passes to the attractions and River Cree Casino Resort for donating hotel accommodations for a two night stay.
Don's Banff Adventure READ MORE

Don’s dream was to travel to the Banff National Park with his friend JoAnne. Don loves the mountains and spending time in nature has been an important part of his life, so this dream experience was very meaningful to him. Don and JoAnne spent two nights by the park and took a gondola tour, ending the dream with a special dinner.
Thank you to Irwin’s Mountain Inn for a discount on the rooms.
Normand's Family Christmas READ MORE

The holiday tradition in Normand’s family included gathering together to play cards and board games, open gifts, and enjoy a delicious turkey dinner with all of the trimmings. His dream was to celebrate Christmas with his wife Rosemarie, joined by their four children and their spouses, four grandchildren, and eight great grandchildren. Oneday Dreams supplied the family with gift cards to cover the costs of their holiday meal and Christmas presents for the entire family. When asked what his favourite moments from the day were, Normand stated it was “having the family together for a family feast, saying grace together, and seeing the adult children and grandchildren together with smiles on their faces.” We’re honoured to have been able to make the holidays brighter for Normand and his family.

Gail & her Son's Graduation READ MORE

Gail’s dream was to travel to Winnipeg and attend her son’s graduation. Oneday Dreams made it possible.
Together with her son, niece, and niece’s daughter, Gail was able to celebrate with dinner and spend quality time visiting her son in Winnipeg. Gail told us what it meant to her, “Sharing this moment was the world to me. I was worried I wouldn’t make it – it was my most meaningful dream. It helped me know he will be okay. Amazing just how proud I am of my son.”
Thank you to our friends at Canad Inns Destination Centre Grand Forks for providing a complimentary hotel stay for Gail.
Sharon's Niagara Family Trip READ MORE

Sharon’s wish was to spend 2 nights in Niagara Falls, with her children, Jan, Charlie and Jimmy, and two grandchildren, four and 11 years old. Visit the Butterfly museum and the Falls and tour local attractions. Part of her wish to have a nice family dinner together at The KEG.
“This time away with my family would be so precious and it may be the last time we could all be together as a family and have a real mini-vacation”.
Sharon’s daughter expressed; Dinner at The KEG was fantastic. The meal and the service were amazing and most of all having had a reserved table by a window overlooking the falls was spectacular. It meant so much for our Mom to have spent a few days in Niagara Falls with her children and grandchildren and share an incredible family meal.
Eugene's Montreal Reunion READ MORE

Eugene’s dream was for his family to travel to Montreal and have a family reunion with their extended family, see some tourist sites, and have a family dinner party.
Oneday Dreams was able to fly Eugene and his family to Montreal complete with a downtown hotel stay, cake for the family party, and some gift cards for tourism attractions.
Eugene’s Mother, Arcel, sent us a thank that goes out to all of our volunteers, donors and partners. “Thank you for making this all possible for my family and most especially for Eugene. We had an amazing time with our family… To all staff, organizers and sponsors, you make a difference in people’s lives…Huge thank you to all from us.
Aquilino & The Raptors READ MORE

Aquilino is a huge fan of the Toronto Raptors. Him and his family would gather around and watch the Raptors games even when he was in the hospital. Aquilino’s dream was to receive an official Raptors jersey that he could wear when he watches the games. With the help of the MLSE and the Toronto Raptors we were able to not only give an official Raptors Jersey but a signed one from his favourite player Spicy P, Pascal Siakam. All of us at Oneday will join Aquilino in cheering on the Raptors this upcoming season.

Allison's Girls night at Shania Twain READ MORE

Allison’s Dream was to see the sold out Shania Twain in concert in Halifax with 6 of her closest girlfriends; Danielle, Wanda, Courtney, Nikki, Amanda and Emma. When we told her we had secured the tickets, she was elated: “I am screaming and crying!!! Thank you so much, this means the world to me.”
After the dream concert, she wrote to us the next day. “Amazing seats! I was not expecting that! It was the night I needed, thank all of you SO much”.
Erin's East Coast Adventure READ MORE

Erin’s dream was to take a vacation with her daughter Shayna to the maritimes. Erin told us what was most important to her when applying, “just being present & front & center in one another’s lives for a brief period of time, really having the opportunity to relax and enjoy the simple things, laugh & be silly!”.
Oneday provided a trip that was in Erin’s words, perfect….“Absolute wonderful trip, not one thing we could think of that we would change, absolute perfection…A very happy, grateful and at peace recipient”

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