Celebrate 150 years of SickKids

April 3 is our 150th Birthday. That’s because April 3, 1875 is when Elizabeth McMaster and a group of Toronto women opened The Hospital for Sick Children. From humble beginnings, SickKids has grown to be the #1 publicly funded children's hospital in the world! In honour of 150 years of achievement at SickKids, we’re asking everyone to donate $150.

DONATE $150 FOR SICKKIDS 150

SickKids Birthday Balloons

Be on the lookout for 150 SickKids 150th Birthday Balloon Sculptures. You’ll find them in Toronto, across Canada, and beyond. Each one celebrates a milestone – from medical discoveries to strategic global partnerships – that has made SickKids the hospital it is today. Check out some significant milestone moments below.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE FULL 150

To explore all 150 of our balloon sculptures, click the link below to visit the content hub created by our friends at Toronto Star.

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Its our birthday. And you’re invited.

Mark your calendars: Saturday, June 7. Join us at Nathan Phillips Square to celebrate 150 years of impact, innovation, and excellence at SickKids, presented by PCL Construction. This is one birthday bash you won't want to miss!