Nova Scotia Buzz
In the wee hours of this morning, the first Dreams Take Flight plane from Atlantic Canada since 2019 took off from Halifax Stanfield International Airport. There were 144 children facing challenges from across Atlantic Canada aboard as they departed for a 24-hour trip to Disney World in Orlando Florida.
The flight was supported by Air Canada employee volunteers, with support of the Air Canada Foundation and the work by the Dreams Take Flight organization.
“Dreams Take Flight Halifax takes children from all of the Atlantic provinces, which is something that makes our chapter very unique”, said Allison Sinnott, President of Dreams Take Flight Halifax. “It’s difficult to describe what this trip means for them and what it’s like to witness their joy as they make unforgettable memories with new friends. None of this would be possible without our national and local sponsors, so we cannot thank them enough.”
Air Canada is a major sponsor to the cause and have donated an aircraft for the 24-hour trip of a lifetime. The adventure gives children the chance to escape their day-to-day reality while allowing them to know their worth, develop self-esteem, and independence.
