COVID-19 Response
We hope you are your family are doing well during these strange and difficult times. The COVID-19 pandemic presents unprecedented challenges to us all. We want to assure you that we are taking all possible actions to protect and support children in our foster homes in Lesotho, and support our new initiative – bringing healthcare […]
The end of AIDS and the FUTURE WE WANT, the future they deserve!
I am one person. I can see the future we want. I can also see the future that my children and my grandchildren will end up with if we do not take action. I can see the effect it has on our children’s mental and emotional health when they realize that we are not doing […]
World AIDS Day Gala 2019
Our World AIDS Day Gala is dedicated to raising awareness about the global AIDS pandemic, particularly about how the AIDS pandemic affects those living in Lesotho. It is an opportunity for the people of Guelph and surrounding communities to engage in the UNAIDS visionary goal to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
Beers for Bracelets 2019
June 15th, 2019: Make this Father’s Day a hoppy one! Grab Dad and stop in at the LCBO on Speedvale Avenue in Guelph and wet your whistle with a wide array of samples from these 12 Ontario Craft Breweries.
Women to Women 2019
June 1st, 2019: This year will mark the 5th annual Women to Women pop-up boutique featuring a carefully curated collection of new and gently used clothing and accessories donated by women from all around the community.
How Our Programs Work Together
At Bracelet of Hope, we are committed to seeing the end of the HIV pandemic in Lesotho. We believe the best way to do this is to take a holistic and multi-disciplined approach. HIV is so persistent in Lesotho, not only because of inadequate access to healthcare, but also because of profound poverty. In order […]
Yoga for Hope 2019
This year we will be hosting our 4th annual Yoga for Hope fundraising event, which is a day-long yogathon comprised of four yoga classes, healthy snacks, lunch, draw prizes and more! Running alongside the classes, are complimentary health and wellness services and activities such as massages, aromatherapy treatments and guided meditation. Our goal is to raise $10,000 to support our projects overseas while giving over 100 participants a fantastic day of relaxation, rejuvenation and time to self-reflect.
One Ride
One home closer to one country AIDS free Recently, the decision was made to relocate one of our rural foster homes due the problems and difficulties faced by the family because of its remote location on the side of a mountain. Our foster mother was forced to descend hundreds of meters to the nearest well […]
90-90-90
The UNAIDS Goal of 90-90-90 is setting out to ensure that, by 2020, 90% of all people living with HIV know their HIV status, 90% of all people diagnosed with HIV receive regular treatment, and 90% of all people receiving HIV treatment have viral suppression. Bracelet of Hope is taking a cue from the UN […]
World AIDS Day Gala 2018
Join us for Bracelet of Hope’s 7th annual World AIDS Day Gala on Saturday December 1st, 2018.
Designated on December 1st of every year, World AIDS Day, is a day dedicated to increasing awareness of HIV/AIDS issues worldwide as we support the UNAIDS visionary goal to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
Annual World AIDS Day Gala
Designated on December 1st of every year, World AIDS Day is a day dedicated to increasing awareness of HIV/AIDS issues worldwide as we support the UNAIDS visionary goal to end the AIDS epidemic by 2030.
Yoga for Hope
Yoga for Hope is a day-long yogathon for any and all ages and skill levels. It’s an opportunity for our supporters to relax, rejuvenate and self-reflect, all while contributing to the cause that they’ve committed to.
It’s one of our favourite events because we get to show our supporters some love. Attendees are pampered with complimentary massages, aromatherapy treatments, conscientious nutrition and we send them home with a bag of goodies.
Our yogathon has been made a success year after year solely through the mobilised efforts of individuals and organizations in our community.
Women to Women
The women in our community have worked closely with the women of Lesotho over the past decade and there is a deep, and very cherished bond between the two groups. Our event, Women to Women, is a fundraiser that was created with them in our hearts. Our Women to Women team collects donated new and […]
Khotso Mangali
I am three weeks late in writing this tribute to Khotso. I am not one to procrastinate but for many, deeply, painful reasons, I have. I give you my apologies for that. Khotso deserved better. He deserved so much better. Bracelet of Hope has made a commitment to 39 foster children we support and care […]
Don’t Let Your Arms Get Tired
Time to fly! Almost ten years to the date I set out on a journey to broaden my horizons, see the world and change my perspective on life. I travelled to Kenya by myself to meet up with a team from Habitat for Humanity from September-October 2006. It is Friday, August 26, 2016 at 2:40am […]
McMaster Medical School Graduate and Bracelet of Hope founder recognized by Ottawa for Work in Africa
Guelph/ June 24, 2016 – Family physician, Anne-Marie Zajdlik has been honored with the Meritorious Service Medal. The medal is granted by the Governor General of Canada to recipients at a ceremony held at Rideau Hall. This year there are 17 recipients of the award. Created by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Meritorious Service Decorations […]
Global Best Award awarded to Bracelet of Hope
Bracelet of Hope was presented with the Global Best Award recognizing outstanding community partnerships with significant impact. The Global Best Awards are supported by The Conference Board of Canada and the International education business Partnership Network. A bi-annual event, the Global Best Awards celebrate outstanding and effective business, education and community organization partnerships that have […]