The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada’s Visionaries of the Year is an intense 10-week philanthropic competition between top leaders in communities across Canada.

The challenge takes place in B.C./Yukon, Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada

The Campaign Kickoff takes place late March 2025 to officially mark the beginning of the fundraising period. 

A Midpoint Meetup in May 2025 gathers candidates to recognize their progress and rally their efforts for the final stretch. 

The Grand Finale takes place early June 2025 featuring the much-anticipated announcement of the national Visionaries of the Year and regional winners in each city.

Candidates have just 10 weeks to raise funds, beginning in March. Winners will be announced at a Grand Finale celebration in June.

Honoured Heroes are local blood cancer survivors who help inspire the candidates. Meet the Honoured Heroes here.

If you’re interested in more details about becoming a candidate, please get in touch with us here.

It’s truly an honour to be nominated. If you have the perfect candidate in mind, please nominate them here and we’ll be happy get in touch with them.

Yes! Anyone is welcome to help you fundraise. The more committed and driven team members, the better! All funds raised by you or your team will count toward your total.

Yes, we offer personalized support and materials to suit your unique strengths and network. If you are registered as a candidate or a team member, you’ll have access to a Resources section when you log into your Participant Centre.

If you need additional help, please connect with us here.

Funds raised help propel critical research, provide services, and advance advocacy efforts for people with blood cancer and their families. Visit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Canada’s website to learn how your dollars are making a difference in the lives of those affected by blood cancers.

Visionaries of the Year is a competitive and SECRET competition. No candidate will know, at any point in the competition, where the other candidates stand in terms of dollars raised. All results are shared at the Grand Finale celebration at the end of the campaign.

Tax receipts in the name of the donor will automatically be issued for all donations of $25 or more (or for any amount on request). Online donors will receive tax receipts by email, immediately after making their contribution. (If you don’t see the tax receipt in your inbox, please check your spam folder—the email will come from [email protected].) Offline donors will receive receipts within three weeks of the funds being received.

Note that funds collected from a fundraising activity or event are not typically eligible for charitable tax receipts, in compliance with Canada Revenue Agency guidelines. Please confirm with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada whether contributions are eligible for receipts prior to committing to donors and participants. Requests for tax receipts must be submitted within 30 days of your event and are subject to approval. If you have any questions about your specific situation, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or by phone at 1-833-222-4884.

The easiest and fastest way to collect donations is by sharing your fundraising page link. Donations received on your participant page will be automatically credited toward your fundraising goal.

The simplest method is to keep the cash you collect and charge that amount to your credit card as a donation: 

• Go to your personal fundraising page (it is not necessary to log in) 
• Click on the red “Donate to [Name]” button in the upper-right hand corner, just below the photo 
• On the “Make a Donation” page, enter all information: 
  • Donation Amount: The amount you collected in cash 
  • Donor Information: The name, address, email, and other details for the person who gave you cash) 
  • Credit Card Information: Your credit card information 
  • Click “Process” 
• To ensure your donors are credited for their contribution and receive a tax receipt (if applicable), be sure to complete this page separately for each donor 

The simplest method is to keep the funds you collect and charge that amount to your credit card as a donation: 

• Log in to your Participant Centre 
• Scroll to “Personal Donations” at the bottom of the page 
• Click on the “Add” button 
• The “Add Non-Tax Receiptable Donations Below” screen will appear 
• Enter the event name, total funds collected, and credit card information 
• Click “Add” to submit 

Note that funds collected from a fundraising activity or event are not typically eligible for charitable tax receipts, in compliance with Canada Revenue Agency guidelines. Please confirm with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada whether contributions are eligible for receipts prior to committing to donors and participants. Requests for tax receipts must be submitted within 30 days of your event and are subject to approval. If you have any questions about your specific situation, don’t hesitate to contact us.