For over 40 years, The Snowsuit Fund has been supporting Ottawa children from low-income families for whom winter clothing is an unaffordable luxury. While typically providing 17,000 snowsuits each year, last season saw an extraordinary demand, with more than 19,500 snowsuits distributed - and demand is expected to be even greater this year. 

A snowsuit offers more than just warmth. It allows children to play outdoors, promotes health, builds self-esteem, and fosters a sense of inclusion that strengthens families and the wider community. 

A grassroots organization with no government funding, The Snowsuit Fund relies entirely on the generosity of individuals, groups, and volunteers who give their time, money, and talents to ensure every child in need can stay warm and thrive during Ottawa’s harsh winters.