Variety BC
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Variety – the Children’s Charity of BC steps in where healthcare ends providing vital support to children with disabilities and complex health needs. variety.bc.ca
“Autism is based on a spectrum; each child represents a unique part of the spectrum," Alex’s mom Leyla says. "Don't give up and work with your child’s strengths in adapting to new situations." We're thrilled to help Alex thrive through an autism assessment and equine therapy.
November 28, 2025 at 6:06 PM
“Autism is based on a spectrum; each child represents a unique part of the spectrum," Alex’s mom Leyla says. "Don't give up and work with your child’s strengths in adapting to new situations." We're thrilled to help Alex thrive through an autism assessment and equine therapy.
Whether you’ve received support, donated, volunteered or have nostalgic memories of telethons past—we would love to hear about your connection to Variety. Would you take two minutes to fill out our short survey?
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November 27, 2025 at 12:54 AM
Whether you’ve received support, donated, volunteered or have nostalgic memories of telethons past—we would love to hear about your connection to Variety. Would you take two minutes to fill out our short survey?
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Raya is bright, curious and full of determination. Through a Variety grant, she receives weekly speech therapy. She's learning new sign language, and each word is expanding her world. “It’s such a blessing,” her mom Melody says. “I’m so thankful for Variety.”
November 25, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Raya is bright, curious and full of determination. Through a Variety grant, she receives weekly speech therapy. She's learning new sign language, and each word is expanding her world. “It’s such a blessing,” her mom Melody says. “I’m so thankful for Variety.”
Did you know Variety covers funding gaps in PharmaCare deductibles for continuous glucose monitors, insulin pumps, and some types of insulin?
So far in 2025, we’ve helped 89 kids with diabetes in 43 communities across BC, with more than $101,000 invested in essential supplies.
#WorldDiabetesDay 💉🧃
So far in 2025, we’ve helped 89 kids with diabetes in 43 communities across BC, with more than $101,000 invested in essential supplies.
#WorldDiabetesDay 💉🧃
November 14, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Did you know Variety covers funding gaps in PharmaCare deductibles for continuous glucose monitors, insulin pumps, and some types of insulin?
So far in 2025, we’ve helped 89 kids with diabetes in 43 communities across BC, with more than $101,000 invested in essential supplies.
#WorldDiabetesDay 💉🧃
So far in 2025, we’ve helped 89 kids with diabetes in 43 communities across BC, with more than $101,000 invested in essential supplies.
#WorldDiabetesDay 💉🧃
We’re honoured to witness the work of Indigenous nations and communities we partner with; they’re creating more inclusive futures for the next generation.
#indigenousdisabilitymonth #disabilityjustice
#indigenousdisabilitymonth #disabilityjustice
November 13, 2025 at 8:17 PM
We’re honoured to witness the work of Indigenous nations and communities we partner with; they’re creating more inclusive futures for the next generation.
#indigenousdisabilitymonth #disabilityjustice
#indigenousdisabilitymonth #disabilityjustice
Thank you BC! Through your generosity, we're excited to announce we raised over $1.9 million dollars during Variety Week! Enough to provide more than 652 grants so kids can access essential resources, services and medical equipment.
November 5, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Thank you BC! Through your generosity, we're excited to announce we raised over $1.9 million dollars during Variety Week! Enough to provide more than 652 grants so kids can access essential resources, services and medical equipment.
Variety is seeking a Partnerships Officer who can cultivate corporate and community partnerships that will help us help more BC kids than ever. Apply now or share with someone who might be interested!
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November 3, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Variety is seeking a Partnerships Officer who can cultivate corporate and community partnerships that will help us help more BC kids than ever. Apply now or share with someone who might be interested!
www.charityvillage.com/job/partners...
www.charityvillage.com/job/partners...
Happy Halloween from our granting team superheroes! 🦸🏻♀️🦸🏻♀️🦸🏼♀️
October 31, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Happy Halloween from our granting team superheroes! 🦸🏻♀️🦸🏻♀️🦸🏼♀️
Donation matching extends to the end of October! There’s still time donate and spread the word. Let’s keep closing the gaps for kids with complex health needs. Missed a story last week? Find them here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TLT...
October 27, 2025 at 9:36 PM
Donation matching extends to the end of October! There’s still time donate and spread the word. Let’s keep closing the gaps for kids with complex health needs. Missed a story last week? Find them here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TLT...
Our final Variety Week story belongs to Esperanza, a young girl with many creative passions, including dancing and art. She’s currently using a back brace to readjust her spine due to early onset scoliosis. Learn more about Espey’s journey today on Global BC.
October 26, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Our final Variety Week story belongs to Esperanza, a young girl with many creative passions, including dancing and art. She’s currently using a back brace to readjust her spine due to early onset scoliosis. Learn more about Espey’s journey today on Global BC.
Gaps in access to care create limitations and increase stress and isolation. Replacing these barriers with inclusion and wellbeing is a community effort. Would you help us close healthcare gaps for more kids today? https://varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/VarietyWeek25
October 26, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Gaps in access to care create limitations and increase stress and isolation. Replacing these barriers with inclusion and wellbeing is a community effort. Would you help us close healthcare gaps for more kids today? https://varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/VarietyWeek25
This Variety Week we’re aiming to provide essential services and equipment for at least 580 more kids. Thanks to the incredible generosity of donors and partners, we’ve already raised enough to support over 300 more kids. Help us go further: varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/Variety...
October 24, 2025 at 6:53 PM
This Variety Week we’re aiming to provide essential services and equipment for at least 580 more kids. Thanks to the incredible generosity of donors and partners, we’ve already raised enough to support over 300 more kids. Help us go further: varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/Variety...
We're honoured to support Sara with ongoing funding for physio and occupational therapy, and are excited to share her story and how she's pursuing her passions.
Sara's story airs on Global BC today, or you can find it on our YouTube channel!
#earlyintervention #cerebralpalsy
Sara's story airs on Global BC today, or you can find it on our YouTube channel!
#earlyintervention #cerebralpalsy
October 23, 2025 at 11:28 PM
We're honoured to support Sara with ongoing funding for physio and occupational therapy, and are excited to share her story and how she's pursuing her passions.
Sara's story airs on Global BC today, or you can find it on our YouTube channel!
#earlyintervention #cerebralpalsy
Sara's story airs on Global BC today, or you can find it on our YouTube channel!
#earlyintervention #cerebralpalsy
When she was around two years old, Noreen's parents noticed she wasn’t responding to her name or picking up new words. With funding from Variety for a private autism assessment, she now has access to more supports to help her thrive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vynDrr6toGs
October 22, 2025 at 6:45 PM
When she was around two years old, Noreen's parents noticed she wasn’t responding to her name or picking up new words. With funding from Variety for a private autism assessment, she now has access to more supports to help her thrive. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vynDrr6toGs
During #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek we celebrate parents, self-advocates, & healthcare providers who challenge stereotypes & push for kinder, more inclusive communities for all. ❤️
October 21, 2025 at 6:32 PM
During #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek we celebrate parents, self-advocates, & healthcare providers who challenge stereotypes & push for kinder, more inclusive communities for all. ❤️
Variety Week begins today! We're excited to kick off a week of storytelling on Global BC. Spread the word and donate to help more BC kids get the supports they need. ❤ Right now, all donations will be matched!
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#ChildHealthMatters #disabilityawareness
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#ChildHealthMatters #disabilityawareness
October 20, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Variety Week begins today! We're excited to kick off a week of storytelling on Global BC. Spread the word and donate to help more BC kids get the supports they need. ❤ Right now, all donations will be matched!
varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/Variety...
#ChildHealthMatters #disabilityawareness
varietybc.donorsupport.co/page/Variety...
#ChildHealthMatters #disabilityawareness
From October 20-26, tune in to Global BC to discover how our funding fills crucial healthcare gaps, witness the stories of families we support, and watch interviews with parents and healthcare professionals.
Get involved: www.variety.bc.ca/news/variety...
Get involved: www.variety.bc.ca/news/variety...
October 17, 2025 at 10:41 PM
From October 20-26, tune in to Global BC to discover how our funding fills crucial healthcare gaps, witness the stories of families we support, and watch interviews with parents and healthcare professionals.
Get involved: www.variety.bc.ca/news/variety...
Get involved: www.variety.bc.ca/news/variety...
Together, we have the power to build stronger systems of care where kids can heal and grow. Let’s listen, share stories, learn from each other, and reach out when we need help. www.variety.bc.ca/news/closing-gaps-in-childrens-mental-health-care/
#worldmentalhealthday
#worldmentalhealthday
October 10, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Together, we have the power to build stronger systems of care where kids can heal and grow. Let’s listen, share stories, learn from each other, and reach out when we need help. www.variety.bc.ca/news/closing-gaps-in-childrens-mental-health-care/
#worldmentalhealthday
#worldmentalhealthday
“We are so grateful to Variety for supporting Raya’s speech therapy. Every week she's learning new skills, & each word she learns gives her more confidence & opens up her world.” It's great to hear how Raya is growing & learning. Thanks to her mom Melody for sharing this update!
October 9, 2025 at 2:00 AM
“We are so grateful to Variety for supporting Raya’s speech therapy. Every week she's learning new skills, & each word she learns gives her more confidence & opens up her world.” It's great to hear how Raya is growing & learning. Thanks to her mom Melody for sharing this update!
At 16, Dilnaaz is a goofy, opinionated teen who loves to dance, meditate & joke with his mom. He also has autism, epilepsy and limited vision. With help from Variety, he’s accessing therapies that build his health and independence. Learn more: https://www.variety.bc.ca/support/
October 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
At 16, Dilnaaz is a goofy, opinionated teen who loves to dance, meditate & joke with his mom. He also has autism, epilepsy and limited vision. With help from Variety, he’s accessing therapies that build his health and independence. Learn more: https://www.variety.bc.ca/support/
Equine therapy has expanded Alex’s confidence and eased his anxiety. His mom, Leyla, says, “He seems more grounded and calm after the therapies, and his empathy and patience have increased.” Learn more about equine therapy: https://www.variety.bc.ca/news/equine-therapy-helps-with-development/
October 2, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Equine therapy has expanded Alex’s confidence and eased his anxiety. His mom, Leyla, says, “He seems more grounded and calm after the therapies, and his empathy and patience have increased.” Learn more about equine therapy: https://www.variety.bc.ca/news/equine-therapy-helps-with-development/
Waitlists, financial costs, and systemic barriers can make it harder for kids to access critical therapies, medical equipment, or diagnoses. But together, we can close those gaps. 👊 All month long, every donation will be matched, doubling your impact for kids across BC. 🫶🙌
October 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Waitlists, financial costs, and systemic barriers can make it harder for kids to access critical therapies, medical equipment, or diagnoses. But together, we can close those gaps. 👊 All month long, every donation will be matched, doubling your impact for kids across BC. 🫶🙌
The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation's new bus ensures kids and youth can take part in local gatherings and is just one example of their commitment to inclusion and passing on their traditional values to younger generations.
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡
September 30, 2025 at 4:02 PM
The Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation's new bus ensures kids and youth can take part in local gatherings and is just one example of their commitment to inclusion and passing on their traditional values to younger generations.
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡
#NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡
Clair used to dread school. Then she found Fawkes Academy where shorter days, breaks, and a personalized learning program fit her needs. Thanks to a Variety tuition grant, Clair now loves school. 💛📚 Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/support/tuition-tutoring/
September 26, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Clair used to dread school. Then she found Fawkes Academy where shorter days, breaks, and a personalized learning program fit her needs. Thanks to a Variety tuition grant, Clair now loves school. 💛📚 Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/support/tuition-tutoring/
Imagine going from feeling like you just can’t do school to feeling smart, capable, and understood. A psycho-ed assessment can help make that shift—opening the door to tailored learning strategies and school resources.
Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/news/psychoe...
Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/news/psychoe...
September 19, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Imagine going from feeling like you just can’t do school to feeling smart, capable, and understood. A psycho-ed assessment can help make that shift—opening the door to tailored learning strategies and school resources.
Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/news/psychoe...
Learn more: www.variety.bc.ca/news/psychoe...