About the Charities
The proceeds of the 2nd (2026) annual Canadian Adventure Lottery will be distributed among these seven registered Ontario charities, which have been approved by the AGCO:
RVH Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
RVH has a plan to grow, including expanding its current hospital and building a new healthcare facility in Innisfil. The future RVH will be a two-site, integrated healthcare system offering advanced diagnostics and personalized treatments by skilled specialists in our community.
Expanding regional programs like cancer, cardiac, and trauma care will allow us to treat more patients with specialized services. We’ll provide more types of treatments, minimally invasive procedures, and advanced imaging to detect diseases earlier.
Expect shorter wait times, fewer trips to the GTA, and less hallway medicine — all leading to better health outcomes and world-class care close to home.
Easter Seals Barrie
Adaptable. Remarkable. Unstoppable.
For us, disabled will never mean unable. That’s why Easter Seals Ontario is dedicated to helping children, youth, and young adults with physical disabilities carve their own path into the world, with assurance and autonomy.
We believe that every child, no matter their abilities, should have the chance to achieve their dreams. We believe that great adults come from empowered children. We also believe that the hardest limitations aren’t physical, and with the right resources and support, anything is possible. It’s these convictions that inspire each of our initiatives.
For over 100 years, we have been a leading provider of programs and services for young people with physical disabilities in Ontario. At the core of our enduring legacy is our unwavering commitment to improving the lives of these individuals, nurturing their potential, and creating a more inclusive and accessible future for all. The remarkable generosity of our dedicated community of donors, sponsors, and volunteers enables our team to continue breaking down barriers and working toward a society that sets goals, not limits, for individuals with disabilities.
County of Simcoe for Barrie Cares
The County of Simcoe is working with Barrie Cares to create a “Campus of Care” at 113 Tiffin Street in Barrie. The project includes a 40-bed modular supportive housing facility that will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help address homelessness. The initiative is supported by $250,000 in capital upgrades and will offer emergency shelter, mental health and addiction support, and bridge-to-housing services.
Key aspects of the project include:
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Phase 1 (Immediate): A temporary 40-bed facility providing round-the-clock on-site support, specialized services, and meals.
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Facility Features: The site will include a kitchen, dining area, warming space, and urgent care rooms designed to assist people experiencing homelessness.
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Long-Term Goal (Phase 2): Plans call for a permanent Campus of Care with 50 beds by 2028, offering ongoing stabilization and comprehensive care.
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Collaborative Effort: The partnership involves the County of Simcoe, the City of Barrie, and local community organizations, with the aim of reducing dependence on temporary shelters.
The initiative supports the County’s broader efforts to enhance services and expand housing options for vulnerable residents in the region.
Youth Haven Barrie
As Simcoe County’s only youth shelter, Youth Haven provides a second chance to approximately 1000 teens annually. Some people believe that many of these kids should simply go home, that they have a safe place awaiting them with a warm bed, or that they are rebelling against parental authority.
However, in our more than 30 years of experience, we know that this misconception cannot be further from the truth.
The plain truth is that if a youth is staying at Youth Haven, they truly have nowhere else to go. In fact, 80% are fleeing domestic violence, neglect, physical or sexual abuse. Numerous situations arise where police officers, parents, concerned citizens, teachers or guidance counsellors refer youth to our shelter asking for our help, not knowing where to turn.
YMCA of Simcoe/ Muskoka
The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is a charity dedicated to building healthy communities.
We serve 1 in 5 people throughout Simcoe County and the District of Parry Sound and Muskoka. In keeping with our commitment to inclusiveness and accessibility, the YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka offers financial assistance to those unable to afford program fees, including thousands of children and youth who experience YMCA camps and programs each year.
We are dedicated to fostering spaces of acceptance and inclusivity for every person who connects with our Y and look forward to opening our newest YMCA in Barrie in 2027.
For more information, please visit www.ymcaofsimcoemuskoka.ca.
Shelterbox Canada
We work with disaster-affected communities to provide emergency and transitional shelter, essential items, and training to support families in the process of rebuilding their lives.
Every disaster is different, so we have a flexible approach. We listen and learn from the communities we work with to make sure we are providing exactly what they need, and nothing they don’t.
Before disaster strikes, we make sure we’re ready to help. We store aid in strategic locations around the word so we can get it to families as quickly as possible.
We work closely with local partners, Rotary, and a network of global volunteers who are ready to help at a moment’s notice.
We go further to reach communities that are overlooked by others in hard-to-reach areas. Our teams travel by foot, plane, boat, helicopter, and even tuk-tuk – whatever it takes to get to the people who need us most.
ShelterBox is Rotary International’s official project partner in disaster relief.
Rotary Foundation of Canada
The Rotary Foundation (Canada) (TRFC) is a registered Canadian charity and an associate foundation of The Rotary Foundation. It supports Rotarians in promoting world understanding, goodwill, and peace. The foundation funds sustainable initiatives focused on health, education, and poverty reduction. In 2024–25, contributions exceeded US$569 million, including substantial support for polio eradication efforts.
Key details about The Rotary Foundation (Canada):
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Purpose: Its mission is to “do good in the world” by supporting both international and local projects, including disease prevention, access to clean water, maternal health, and education initiatives.
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Structure: Established in 1967, it is a federally chartered Canadian corporation that manages donations from Canadian contributors and provides tax benefits to donors.
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Impact: It supports PolioPlus (with over US$18 million contributed since 2015) and has funded hundreds of community and global projects.
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Donations: Funding comes from voluntary contributions by Rotarians and supporters, including options such as securities donations and online giving through its official website.
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Operations: TRFC serves as the Canadian channel for The Rotary Foundation internationally, distributing grants to Canadian Rotary districts and clubs.