March of Dimes Canada is a 2-star charity. It has an average demonstrated impact, and a B results reporting grade. Its funding reserves are within Ci’s reasonable range and can cover 3 months of program costs. For every dollar donated to March of Dimes, 28 cents are available to go to the cause, which is outside Ci’s reasonable range.

March of Dimes Canada is a national charity founded in 1951 that supports people living with a wide range of disabilities. This includes physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries, stroke effects, and other chronic conditions. The charity works to address the social, economic, and accessibility barriers faced by people with disabilities, like social isolation, discrimination, and unemployment. The unemployment rate for people with disabilities in Canada is 13.5% higher than for those without disabilities.

In 2020, March of Dimes consulted nearly 1,000 people with disabilities, caregivers, and families across Canada. The charity found that 82% of participants said Canada has major gaps in disability services and resources. Another 88% said social barriers and isolation are major problems. In addition, 66% said financial concerns make living with a disability harder.

The organization runs programs across Canada, with major operations in Ontario and British Columbia. Its programs include Community Support Services, Skills Development and Employment Programs, Home and Vehicle Modification Programs, Research and Evaluation, and Advocacy and Campaigns. In F2025, March of Dimes Canada spent $154.2m on its programs.

Community Support Services was March of Dimes’ largest program in F2025. It cost $120.3m, equal to 78% of its program spending. The program provides supports that help people with disabilities live independently. This includes attendant care for daily tasks, supportive housing with on-site assistance, specialized rehabilitation services, after stroke recovery programs, and northern medical clinics that improve access to care in remote communities. March of Dimes reported that 14,475 people used these services in F2025.

Skill Development and Employment Programs represented $16.9m or 11% of total program spending in F2025. It helps people with disabilities build practical skills and find employment. This includes programs that support children and youth during developmental periods, skill courses, barrier assessments, employment placement services, and technology training to improve workplace accessibility and digital skills. More than 15,000 people used these services in F2025.

Home and Vehicle Modification Programs accounted for $16.0m or 10% of its program spending in F2025. This program provides government-funded grants that support accessibility renovations to homes and vehicles. This allows people with disabilities to travel more safely and live more independently. March of Dimes reported that 5,500 people received new devices or modifications in F2025.

Research and Evaluation cost $551k in F2025 and accounted for less than one percent of program spending. It involves conducting studies to better understand the experience and needs of people with disabilities.

Advocacy and Campaigns represented $421k or less than one percent of program spending in F2025. It focuses on promoting an inclusive society through policy advocacy and public awareness. In F2025, the charity reported sending 16,192 advocacy messages to elected officials across Canada.

March of Dimes Canada’s audited financial statements follow activity-based costing which is a best practice. This means its expenses are clearly defined between program, administrative, and fundraising categories.

March of Dimes had total revenues of $177.2m in F2025. It received $6.3m in donations, equal to 4% of its revenue, and $128.0m in government funding, amounting to 72% of its revenue. It received $39.1m in fees for service, or 22% of total revenue. Investment income was $3.9m in F2025.

The charity spent $154.2m on its programs, which is 87% of its revenue. March of Dimes recorded a surplus of $3.3m in F2025.

Administrative costs were $15.7m, representing 9% of revenue (excluding investment income). March of Dimes Canada reported $3.9m in fundraising costs in F2025, representing 63% of donations. Total overhead spending was 72%. For every dollar donated to March of Dimes, 28 cents are available to go to the cause. This is outside of Ci’s reasonable range.  

March of Dimes held $39.0m in reserve funds (cash and investments) in F2025. These reserves can cover 3 months of annual program costs. This is within Ci’s reasonable range.  

This is a charity update that has been sent to March of Dimes Canada by Neela Jalilian on May 25, 2026.