As Canada’s national museum of military history, the Canadian War Museum safeguards the country’s military history for current and future generations, but we need your help.
We rely on support from people like you to advance research, to acquire and preserve artifacts, to develop on-site and travelling exhibitions, and to create educational resources — all of which help make connections to personal stories and critical moments from Canada’s military history.
Your donation makes military history accessible to Canadians right across the country. Most importantly, your support will help preserve a proud, collective memory of our past.
Your support can take many forms — make a one-time gift, become a monthly donor, donate in honour of a loved one, or make a gift through your estate.
Make a one-time gift
When you make a donation of any amount, you are making it clear that you believe Canada’s military history matters. That the stories of the people that served, and who were affected by war, must be preserved and shared – lest they be forgotten. That students should be able to see the faces, hear the voices, read the words, and touch the objects of those who served our country. That artifacts must be preserved, research advanced, and our military history shared through on-site exhibitions and exhibitions that travel far and wide.
We need your help to do all of this. When you become a loyal donor — contributing an amount with which you are comfortable — you are helping bring our military history to life on behalf of our veterans and their families, and for all Canadians.
For more information, please contact Kim Strydonck at 819-776-8640 or kim.strydonck@warmuseum.ca.
Become a monthly donor — the Contributors’ Circle
Monthly donors are a select group of people who choose to make an affordable contribution every month, adding up to a generous donation by year’s end. Together, as a special community of loyal supporters, the Contributors’ Circle has an even greater impact. Their ongoing monthly donations provide a dependable revenue stream to help preserve and share Canada’s military history.
For more information, or to join the Contributors’ Circle, please contact Kim Strydonck at 819-776-8640 or kim.strydonck@warmuseum.ca.
Join the Partners’ Circle
As a member of the Partners’ Circle, you will be part of an important and dedicated group whose support is vital in presenting the stories of Canada.
By donating $1,000 or more per year, Partners’ Circle members help our Museum deliver dynamic exhibitions and programs, undertake exceptional research and preserve significant artifacts. With your support, we can promote and share Canada’s legacy of exploration, resilience, service and achievement.
Throughout the year, you will receive updates on how your donations are being used, information about Museum resources available to you, and invitations to exhibitions and special events.
In appreciation of your support, we will send you a beautiful Museum pin and will recognize your generosity in our Annual Report and our Kudos! newsletter. We will also give you two free admission tickets a year, to share with family and friends.
We invite you to step into the story of Canada and make your mark on history. Join the Partners’ Circle today and help us create a legacy for future generations.
To join the Partners’ Circle, please contact Megan Ollivier, Senior Fundraising Officer, Partners’ Circle at 819-776-8336 or megan.ollivier@warmuseum.ca.
Plan a gift via your estate
Our past informs our future — create your legacy today.
A gift to the Museum via your estate makes a significant difference toward safeguarding and sharing the story of Canada’s history for future generations.
Please contact Megan Ollivier at megan.ollivier@warmuseum.ca to learn how your bequest can help the Museum.
Make a gift of securities
Publicly traded securities eligible for donation to the Museum include mutual-fund units, as well as shares, bonds, warrants, options, and futures that are traded on any prescribed stock exchange. You receive a tax receipt reflecting the full fair market value of the securities, but pays only half the usual tax on any capital gains. The resulting tax credits can far outweigh the tax incurred.
For more information, please contact Linda Kincaid at 819-776-8272 or linda.kincaid@warmuseum.ca.
Donate an artifact
The Canadian War Museum regularly receives, through donations or bequests, objects that reflect our Canadian heritage. For more information, please see: Donating an artifact.
Online
If you wish to make a donation, you can do so with your credit card.
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By Phone
Please call us at 1-800-256-6031 or 819-776-8639.
By Mail
Development Branch
Canadian War Museum
1 Vimy Place
Ottawa, ON K1A 0M8
In Person
Please call us at 819-776-8639 during your next visit. We would be delighted to meet with you.
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