- Q: How does Barrier Breaking Gifts work?
A: Barrier Breaking Gifts help change the lives of individuals and families affected by a neuromuscular disorder. You can even purchase your Barrier Breaking Gift in honour of a loved one, or special event, like a birthday. Once you have completed your online order, we will send you an order confirmation email that includes your tax receipt. (Please check your Junk or Spam folder if you do not see this email in your inbox.)
- Q: How do you calculate the cost of each Barrier Breaking Gift?
A: The costs are based on an average. The prices of specific items vary based on the individual needs of the recipient. For example, orthotics are a custom medical device fitted to the wearer. The final price of which can vary depending on the individual specifications, and the amount of provincial assistance or personal insurance coverage available. For these reasons, the actual cost of the item may be more than the donation listed on our website. In these instances, Muscular Dystrophy Canada funds the difference from other sources, to ensure that the item is procured and delivered.
- Q: Who receives the gifts I purchase?
A: Muscular Dystrophy Canada has thousands of registered clients who rely on a variety of programs, supports, and services to help them in their day-to-day lives. All funds received through Barrier Breaking Gifts will support these individuals, families and caregivers.
- Q: Who can purchase a Barrier Breaking Gift?
A: Everyone! At Muscular Dystrophy Canada we encourage everyone to break down barriers and make a difference for the neuromuscular community.
- Q: Are Barrier Breaking Gifts available all year round?
A: Yes. You can purchase Barrier Breaking Gifts at any time of year.
- Q: Do you guarantee that my money will be directed to the gift donation I’ve chosen?
A: Everything you see on this website is an actual product or service that Muscular Dystrophy Canada provides to Canadians affected by a neuromuscular disorder. We’re committed to both honouring your generosity in the most effective way and supporting the neuromuscular community with their highest priority needs. Your donation will be undesignated, and used to provide assistance where it is needed most, providing tangible solutions to meet the needs of people affected by a neuromuscular disorder.
- Q: Will I get a tax receipt for my Barrier Breaking Gift purchase?
A: Yes. Whether you buy a gift in your own name or on behalf of someone else, all gifts purchased through this website will automatically receive a tax receipt.
- Q: Can I pay over the phone?
A: Yes, to purchase a gift by phone, contact our toll-free number (1-800-567-2873) between 9:00am and 5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday. Please note, if you're placing your order by phone or on our website, we can only accept credit card payments.
- Q: Will I get confirmation that my gift has been received by an Muscular Dystrophy Canada client?
A: You will receive an email message after your donation has been made confirming that your gift has been received, but you will not receive confirmation that your support has been distributed to someone affected by a neuromuscular disorder. Unfortunately, that would be too costly and time-consuming for our staff and would violate the privacy of our clients. Rest assured that your gifts will be used to provide life-changing assistance to members of the neuromuscular community who need it most.
