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The War Amps

@thewaramps

Improving the lives of Canadian amputees since 1918 by providing essential funding for artificial limbs and advocacy for amputees’ rights. 🇨🇦

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linkhttps://www.waramps.ca calendar_today12-11-2009 18:46:28

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They are back! 2025 War Amps key tags are hitting mailboxes across Ontario — have you spotted yours yet? 📫🔑 If you've received yours, give us a ♥ or tell us if they have helped return your keys! #KeyTags #ON

They are back! 2025 War Amps key tags are hitting mailboxes across Ontario — have you spotted yours yet? 📫🔑

If you've received yours, give us a ♥ or tell us if they have helped return your keys!

#KeyTags #ON
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As an amputee, what are some of the most common questions you are asked or misconceptions you encounter? Hit reply and let us work together to break down barriers and build understanding.💬 Your voice can make a difference! 🧡 #LimbLoss #LLLDAM

As an amputee, what are some of the most common questions you are asked or misconceptions you encounter?

Hit reply and let us work together to break down barriers and build understanding.💬 

Your voice can make a difference! 🧡

#LimbLoss #LLLDAM
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Being born with a limb difference or experiencing amputation later in life can bring challenges, but no one should face them alone. The War Amps offers support, guidance & resources every step of the way. 👉 waramps.ca/ways-we-help/l… #LimbDifference #LLLDAM

Being born with a limb difference or experiencing amputation later in life can bring challenges, but no one should face them alone.

The War Amps offers support, guidance & resources every step of the way.
👉 waramps.ca/ways-we-help/l…

#LimbDifference #LLLDAM
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Wilder was interviewed on CBCOttawaMorning about growing up in the CHAMP Program as we celebrate its 50th anniversary! Wilder and his mom, Kelly, talked about his artificial arms and how he uses them to keep active and do everyday activities. Listen: cbc.ca/listen/live-ra…

Wilder was interviewed on <a href="/OttawaMorning/">CBCOttawaMorning</a> about growing up in the CHAMP Program as we celebrate its 50th anniversary!

Wilder and his mom, Kelly, talked about his artificial arms and how he uses them to keep active and do everyday activities.

Listen: cbc.ca/listen/live-ra…
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It's a pleasure to share this video showcasing our grant initiative with @CIMVHR, supporting research that improves care for seriously disabled veterans, including advances in artificial limbs, pain management, and quality of life. 🎥 Watch: youtu.be/1e44vKivR9A?si…

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Through the CHAMP Program, Olivia received funding towards artificial limbs for horseback riding and swimming. Now she’s mentoring younger Champs and giving back. Read more in the St Albert Gazette → stalbertgazette.com/local-news/war… #CHAMP50 #LimbDifference

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Yesterday, Gabriel laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on behalf of The War Amps alongside Canadian veteran and War Amps member Rick Rickard to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day. #VEDay80 #WWII #CanadaRemembers

Yesterday, Gabriel laid a wreath at the National War Memorial on behalf of The War Amps alongside Canadian veteran and War Amps member Rick Rickard to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

#VEDay80 #WWII #CanadaRemembers
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Ethan and his mom, Joanne, presented a $5,000 donation to The War Amps on behalf of ANAVETS Unit #3 at the #CHAMPSeminar in Winnipeg. Ethan, who was born without his right hand, grew up in the CHAMP Program, which is celebrating 50 years of empowering child amputees. Thank you!

Ethan and his mom, Joanne, presented a $5,000 donation to The War Amps on behalf of ANAVETS Unit #3 at the #CHAMPSeminar in Winnipeg.
Ethan, who was born without his right hand, grew up in the CHAMP Program, which is celebrating 50 years of empowering child amputees. Thank you!
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Proud Parent Moment! Earlier this month our daughter Calisi took the stage to share our story and raising awareness about War Amps and the incredible support they provide to families like ours. The War Amps Thank you to StBenedictRavens ❤️ #InspiringKids #MakingADifference

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📬 Albertans — your 2025 War Amps key tags are arriving now! These small tags do big things: They help return lost keys, and donations support amputees in Alberta and across Canada, all thanks to you! Learn more: waramps.ca/key-tag-servic… #KeyTags #FreeService #AB

📬 Albertans — your 2025 War Amps key tags are arriving now!

These small tags do big things: They help return lost keys, and donations support amputees in Alberta and across Canada, all thanks to you!

Learn more: waramps.ca/key-tag-servic…

#KeyTags #FreeService #AB
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For individuals living with upper limb loss, a variety of aids are available to assist with daily tasks. The War Amps has compiled a comprehensive resource, covering aids for the kitchen, bathroom, mobility, and more. Find the resource here: buff.ly/PUOu2RS #limbloss

For individuals living with upper limb loss, a variety of aids are available to assist with daily tasks. <a href="/TheWarAmps/">The War Amps</a> has compiled a comprehensive resource, covering aids for the kitchen, bathroom, mobility, and more.

Find the resource here: buff.ly/PUOu2RS

#limbloss
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At the recent CHAMP Seminar in Winnipeg, there were smiles all around as child amputees and their families gathered for a weekend of support, learning about the latest in artificial limbs, and celebrating 50 years of CHAMP. thespec.com/sponsored-sect… #CHAMP50 Hamilton Spectator

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🎉 Celebrating 50 years of empowering Canadian child amputees! From early childhood through to adulthood, the CHAMP Program has been there every step of the way. 👉 Explore CHAMP milestones: waramps.ca/champ50/ #CHAMP50 #LimbDifference

🎉 Celebrating 50 years of empowering Canadian child amputees! From early childhood through to adulthood, the CHAMP Program has been there every step of the way. 

👉 Explore CHAMP milestones: waramps.ca/champ50/

#CHAMP50 #LimbDifference
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Kendra Harper, a graduate of the CHAMP Program, gave an inspiring keynote to young amputees and their families at the Vancouver CHAMP Seminar. “My world has opened up because of my amputation, and it has given me an edge in everything I do.” Read more: theglobeandmail.com/life/adv/artic…

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This weekend, over 150 child amputees and their parents are attending the #CHAMPSeminar in Halifax. War Amps Regional Rep Tim shares a message that continues to resonate: “It’s what’s left that counts.” Read more from Hot Country 103.5: hotcountry1035.ca/2025/06/27/war…

This weekend, over 150 child amputees and their parents are attending the #CHAMPSeminar in Halifax. War Amps Regional Rep Tim shares a message that continues to resonate:
“It’s what’s left that counts.”

Read more from <a href="/HotCountry1035/">Hot Country 103.5</a>: hotcountry1035.ca/2025/06/27/war…
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Thank you to @GlobalHalifax for stopping by the #CHAMPSeminar this weekend to help us mark 50 years of the CHAMP Program, and for highlighting its impact and the meaningful connections made at this milestone event. 🎥 Watch here: globalnews.ca/video/11266207… #CHAMP50 #Halifax

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#CHAMP50 🎉 | We want to hear from you! What does the CHAMP 50th anniversary mean to you? We look forward to reading your comments below, and encourage you to share any photos you may have!

#CHAMP50 🎉 | We want to hear from you! What does the CHAMP 50th anniversary mean to you?

We look forward to reading your comments below, and encourage you to share any photos you may have!