Dalhousie Building Smiles Society (DBSS)

The main purpose of the Dalhousie Building Smiles Society is to create positive and lasting change in youth undergoing chemotherapy at the IWK health centre. We plan events and fundraise in order to create custom support/comfort baskets for youth to bring smiles to their faces during times of difficulty, including teddy bears, reading books, bracelets, etc. In doing so, we also raise awareness about paediatric cancers and their effects on the community. 

We have organized events with SPINCO and the Dalhousie Dance Society to promote health and wellbeing in the Dalhousie and greater community, while also supporting our worthy cause. In the past, we created and sold rose/candy grams during Valentine's Day, supporting local organizations and uniting students on campus. The society further engages community volunteering through various outreach initiatives throughout the year, including Phoenix Youth Programs Cooking and events hosted through the IWK, encouraging Dalhousie students to give back to their community in a meaningful way.

Joining our team provides you with volunteer opportunities, health advocacy and collaborative skills, and leadership experience. We promote an inclusive and safe space for all our members and hope to brighten the day of other students and youth suffering from cancer.