{"id":41,"date":"2024-07-17T18:23:44","date_gmt":"2024-07-18T01:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mercyships.onpressidium.com\/?page_id=41"},"modified":"2026-09-28T13:11:15","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T20:11:15","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<h2>Bringing Free, Life-Changing Surgeries to Africa<\/h2>\r\n<p>Mercy Ships Canada is part of a global movement delivering essential surgical care through hospital ships.<\/p>\r\n<p>Powered by over 2,500 volunteers, we bring hope and healing to communities in need-completely free of charge.<\/p>\r\n<p>To carry out these missions, we use a fleet of civilian hospital ships: the <em>Africa Mercy<\/em> and the <em>Global Mercy.<\/em><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/how-we-help\/\" target=\"_self\"> Discover Our Mission <\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2>Medical Care That Changes Lives<\/h2>\r\n<p>Mariama, Sira, Awa, Amadou\u2026 and so many others who can smile again thanks to the health care and surgeries performed by Mercy Ships volunteer crews.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/MGE251014_FANIRISOA_MGE09956_VONJY_AFTER_JC002_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Clubfoot\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>Clubfoot: How Training Shaped Two Brothers&#8217; Futures<\/h3>\r\n<p>Both Fanirisoa and Vonjy were born with clubfoot, a congenital condition that causes a child&#8217;s feet to twist inward and downward.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/SLG241221_MUSU_SLG09363_AFTER_TUIJL_DOCK_TT013_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Musu\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>Reaching New Heights: A Healed Arm and Rekindled Joy<\/h3>\r\n<p>After a severe burn left her arm contracted, young Musu received life-changing surgery aboard the Global Mercy. Now healed, she&#8217;s back in school, full of confidence and hope for the future.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/MGD240703_ARMELLA_MGB08107_BEFORE_JC001_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Armella before surgery\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>A Mercy Ships Christmas Miracle: Armella&#8217;s Healing Ignites Hope<\/h3>\r\n<p>The day of Armella&#8217;s birth was a celebratory occasion, but a growth behind her ear became a cause for concern. This Christmas, fill a tiny heart with love!<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/SLG250221_MARION_SLG08356_AFTER_VERANDA_MVP002_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Umbilical Hernia\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>Umbilical Hernia: Marion&#8217;s Story<\/h3>\r\n<p>Marion was born with an umbilical hernia; a condition that had grown more severe overtime. Learn more about her transformation!<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/SLF240416_MAMADOU_SLF30193_AFTER_HOMEVISIT_AB018_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Mamadou, ophtalmic patient\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>New Vision and New Life for Mamadou<\/h3>\r\n<p>For Mamadou, receiving a free surgery changed his life as he could see things so clearly for the first time.<\/p>\r\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/SLF231001_CATHERINE_ALY_REUNION_TT024_HI-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Aly Hall and Catherine Conteh together in front of the Global Mercy after not seeing each other for 30 years.\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h3>Let&#8217;s Make a Difference With Generosity and Gratitude<\/h3>\r\n<p>Join us today and be part of a global generosity movement! Every act of generosity counts.<\/p>\r\n<h2>We&#8217;ve seen firsthand the challenges that arise when people don&#8217;t have access to safe and timely healthcare. It weakens communities and leaves individuals vulnerable.<\/h2>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"featured-image-ueber-uns-crew-vor-africa-mercy-senegal\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/featured-image-ueber-uns-crew-vor-africa-mercy-senegal.jpg\" alt=\"Volunteers\" width=\"552\" height=\"477\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Mercy Ships has been offering free healthcare for over 45 years.<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Two surgical ships, the\u00a0<em>Global Mercy<\/em>\u00a0and the\u00a0<em>Africa Mercy<\/em>.<\/li>\r\n<li>Over 2,500 qualified volunteers from all over the world serve annually.<\/li>\r\n<li>Mentorship and training programs support local medical professionals in achieving long-term success.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/en\/about-us\/our-mission\/\" target=\"_self\"> Learn More <\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2>Mercy Ships, a Heartfelt Story<\/h2>\r\n<p>Since 1978, Mercy Ships has been providing medical care, surgeries and<br \/>dental treatment to people in need in Africa. More than 5 million people do not have access to basic health care,<br \/>even though this should be a right for every human being.<\/p>\r\n<p>This situation is not inevitable.\u00a0<strong>You can help by:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"1 SQ200\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-SQ200.png\" alt=\"1 SQ200\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Making a Donation<\/h3>\r\n<p>Every contribution counts. Every donation is a step in the right direction, making a difference in the life of someone in need of basic medical care. There are many options to donate and create positive change.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/en\/donation\/options\/\" target=\"_self\"> Make a Donation <\/a><\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"2 SQ200\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-SQ200.png\" alt=\"2 SQ200\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Becoming a Volunteer<\/h3>\r\n<p>Would you like to do more than just make a donation, and join us in helping those who need it most? Become a volunteer and join our crews who work on the ground every day.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_self\"> Become a Volunteer <\/a><\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"3 SQ200\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3-SQ200.png\" alt=\"3 SQ200\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<h3>Talking About Us<\/h3>\r\n<p>Are you unable to help us with a donation or by becoming a volunteer but still feel moved by our mission? Support us by spreading awareness of our activities to others.<\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/engagement-opportunities\/\" target=\"_self\"> Support Us <\/a><\/p>\r\n<h2>Your support allows medical care, among other things\u2026<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>To give back a smile and a taste for life to the people treated<\/li>\r\n<li>To help them find self-confidence after months or even years of suffering<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>To help them take their place in the community and be respected by those around them<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>To give children the opportunity to return to school or go to school for the first time<\/li>\r\n<li>To have as normal a life as possible, quite simply<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>At the same time, we develop care systems\u00a0for local health professionals and invest\u00a0in the medical infrastructure where we work.<\/p>\r\n<h3>Thank You to Our Donors and Volunteers<\/h3>\r\n<p>Since 1978, thanks to them, we have been able to:<\/p>\r\n<h3>Perform<\/h3>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<h2>0+<\/h2>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<p>surgeries on board our hospital ships<\/p>\r\n<h3>Carry Out<\/h3>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<h2>0+<\/h2>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<p>dental procedures<\/p>\r\n<h3>Train<\/h3>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<h2>0+<\/h2>\r\n<!-- Comment to fix spacing issue\r\n\t-->\r\n<p>professionals in their area<br \/>of expertise<\/p>\r\n<h3>Today, We Are Counting on You to Continue Our Mission<\/h3>\r\n<p>How would you like to help us?<\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ms-icon-gen_Give\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ms-icon-gen_Give.svg\" alt=\"ms-icon-gen_Give\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/en\/donation\/options\/\" target=\"_self\"> Make a Donation <\/a><\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ms-icon-gen_Volunteer\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ms-icon-gen_Volunteer.svg\" alt=\"ms-icon-gen_Volunteer\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/volunteer\/\" target=\"_self\"> Volunteer <\/a><\/p>\r\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" title=\"ms-icon-gen_Gift\" src=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/ms-icon-gen_Gift.svg\" alt=\"ms-icon-gen_Gift\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" \/><\/figure>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mercyships.ca\/en\/donation\/options\/\" target=\"_self\"> Support Us <\/a><\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bringing Free, Life-Changing Surgeries to Africa Mercy Ships Canada is part of a global movement delivering essential surgical care through [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":12429,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"More than 5 million people do not have access to basic medical care. 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