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May 31, 2025

Telethon

The Enfant Soleil Telethon is the annual opportunity to rally Quebecers around a powerful wave of hope for sick children.

Everything you need to know

How it works

The Enfant Soleil Telethon is the culmination of a year of involvement and generosity, uniting everyone in our big solidarity network in a show broadcast live for over 9 hours.

Where

Watch the Telethon live on TVA or on the TVA+ online streaming platform. Also be sure to follow us on our social media accounts throughout the day to discover behind-the-scenes content and enjoy exclusive material.

When

For the very first time, the Telethon will take place on a Saturday! Join us on May 31, 2025, starting at 12:30 p.m.

How

We aim to rally Quebecers to provide children with the best care possible. We want to highlight the courage and resilience of the sick children, their family, and the medical teams caring for them. That’s why we invite as many people as possible to tune in to the Telethon, and to donate!

Frequently asked questions

Have questions about the Enfant Soleil Telethon? We have the answers.

  • From May and until the day of the Telethon, exclusive content will be presented on Enfant Soleil's social media, including live moments on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and of course, plenty of beautiful content to watch and rewatch.
  • To follow the Telethon online, visit the TVA+ platform.

  • Unfortunately, no. The space does not allow it, but we will feel all the warmth of the public watching from home.

  • We aim to raise as much money as possible to help sick children in Quebec. That's why we invite as many people as possible to watch the Telethon and donate! Every donation counts.
  • Last year, the final total showed a record amount of over $24 million.

The grand total includes:

  • All donations made on the day of the Telethon (phone, online);
  • The results of our year-long campaigns (e.g., Maison Enfant Soleil draw, Porte ton pyj in schools, etc.);
  • Contributions from all our corporate partners, groups, or individuals who conducted fundraising campaigns;
  • Donations from the 15,000 Parents Soleil who participate in our monthly donation program.

  • To date, nearly $320 million has been distributed across Quebec, making a concrete difference in the quality of care provided to all children in Quebec battling illness.

"The Enfant Soleil Telethon is thousands of people coming together for families dealing with a child’s illness, just like us. We support each other, help one anotherWe bring about change! THANK YOU!"

Manon St-Pierre and Tommy Ouellette

Parents of Payton, 3 years old, Enfant Soleil from the Côte-Nord region

"The Telethon reminds us how much our commitment matters. It’s an amazing moment in which we can see the impact of everyone’s generosity to ensure that, in the end, children get to stay children."

Annie Brocoli

Spokesperson for Enfant Soleil

Some memories

Relive some of the memorable moments from past Telethons

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  • Singer Olivier Dion in performance

    Singer Olivier Dion in performance

  • Enfants Soleil interview with host Josée Lavigueur

    Enfants Soleil interview with host Josée Lavigueur

  • Little Wulf, the child behind our 2024 Telethon poster, in interview

    Little Wulf, the child behind our 2024 Telethon poster, in interview

  • Mélissa Bédard, singer and Telethon host, receives flowers from Justine, Enfant Soleil

    Mélissa Bédard, singer and Telethon host, receives flowers from Justine, Enfant Soleil

  • Charles-Édouard, Enfant Soleil and brilliant electric guitar player, performing with comedian Pierre-Yves Roy-Desmarais

    Charles-Édouard, Enfant Soleil and brilliant electric guitar player, performing with comedian Pierre-Yves Roy-Desmarais

  • Enfant Soleil Mey-Lin's family interviewed by Annie Brocoli

    Enfant Soleil Mey-Lin's family interviewed by Annie Brocoli

  • Children play together before the Telethon

    Children play together before the Telethon

  • Testimony of Laurence, a devoted big sister

    Testimony of Laurence, a devoted big sister

Partners

Together, we can make small miracles happen! Across the province, hundreds of partners support the cause. Now it’s our turn to shine a light on them.

Major partners

Thank you to the volunteers who make the cause shine!

Every year, hundreds of people across Quebec volunteer in our call centres, contribute to the guest experience at the Telethon site, or take part in roadside collections. It’s thanks to your passion and dedication that the Telethon exists and changes the lives of children and their family members.

Do you want to help shine a light on the cause and support pediatrics in Quebec? Sign up for our bank of volunteers and join an inspiring community that cares about children’s health.