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Hi! We’re Emery & Sophia. We’re siblings collecting empties to give back to Roger Neilson Children's Hospice in Ottawa.
At just 14 months old, Emil passed away peacefully at Roger Neilson Children's Hospice
As heartbreaking as that time was, the hospice gave our family something we desperately needed: the chance to simply be a family again.
For the first time in months, we could be together under one roof. We shared meals. We watched movies. We celebrated what would become our final Christmas with Emil in the middle of August. We were simply a family, focused on loving Emil and creating as many memories as we could.
When you’re living through something like that, you realize a place like Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice isn’t just a building. It’s comfort. It’s compassion. It’s a place where families are given the priceless gift of time together, when time is the one thing they can’t have more of.
So every time you donate an empty can, know that it’s not just recycling.
It becomes hope.
It becomes support for another family.
It helps create more moments together.
And that’s something incredibly powerful.
Thank you for your support!
‼️ Do you have empties? 🍻🍾
We’re collecting beer cans, liquor bottles, pop cans, water bottles, and other refundable containers.
Send us a private message, we’ll pick up in Cornwall and the surrounding area.
All proceeds go to Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, a cause that’s very close to her heart because of the incredible care and support they provide to children and families during life’s most difficult times.
Every empty makes a difference. Thank you for your support! 💙
07/06/2026
Young siblings Emery and Sophia Lascelle are continuing their Cans for Cause fundraiser in memory of their brother Emil, who died from Alpers syndrome, a rare mitochondrial disease. The campaign raises money for the Roger Neilson Children's Hospice, which supported their family during Emil's illness. After collecting more than $6,000 in their first year, the pair is aiming to surpass $10,000 in 2026, with a recent bottle drive in Cornwall adding about $1,000 to the total.
07/01/2026
🇨🇦 Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦
Save your empties and stay hydrated in this heat!
Don’t forget, we also collect water bottles, so please set those aside for us as well.
06/29/2026
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who volunteered with Cans for Cause at DevFest. We truly couldn’t have done it without you!
Our 50/50 raffle was an incredible success! Together, we raised over $4,000 for Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, while another $4,000+ went home with one very lucky winner. A true win-win!
A special thank you to DevFest for welcoming us and for their generous donation. We are incredibly grateful to be part of such a caring and supportive community. The enthusiasm of everyone who stopped by our booth, took part in the raffle, and cheered us on helped make the day a tremendous success.
If you missed DevFest this year, you missed an amazing day! There were fantastic live bands, delicious food, and plenty of shady spots to sit back, relax, and enjoy all the incredible entertainment.
Thank you again to everyone who volunteered, participated in the 50/50 raffle, and supported Cans for Cause. Your support helps us continue making a difference for the children and families at Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice. 💙
06/27/2026
We’re excited and grateful to be at DevFest. Have you gotten your tickets yet? Come out, enjoy an incredible day of live music, and support a fantastic cause. We would love to see you there!
🎉 Can For Cause is Heading to Dev Fest This Saturday! 🎉
Be sure to stop by our tent and say hello!
We’ll have an incredible raffle basket featuring generous donations from many wonderful local businesses in our community, as well as a 50/50 draw supported by the Ottawa Senators Foundation.
Every donation and every ticket purchased will go directly toward supporting our cause. We are incredibly grateful to Devfest for collaborating with Can For Cause and helping us move closer to our goal.
This year, all proceeds will be donated to Roger Neilson Children’s Hospice, an organization that holds a very special place in our hearts. We are fundraising in memory of our late brother, Emil, whose journey continues to inspire our commitment to giving back and supporting families in need.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has donated, supported, and helped make this possible. Together, we can make a meaningful difference.
We look forward to seeing you at Dev Fest! 💙
Devfest
The Strumbellas
The County Lads
The Trews
Ottawa Senators
Roger Neilson Children's Hospice
06/24/2026
Who already has their tickets for DevFest? 🎶
Cans for Cause will be there (not the kids, but the parents and grandparents). What a wonderful collaboration and opportunity.
Come out, support local, and enjoy this amazing music festival! We can’t wait to see everyone there. ❤️🎵
🎶BIG NEWS IS COMING…
DEVFest 2026 at Dev Hotel & Conference Centre in Cornwall Ontario just keeps getting better
On Thursday, May 1st, we’re dropping TWO exciting announcements you won’t want to miss:
🍕 A brand new Friday Night addition — something special and built for Cornwall
❤️ Our official charity partnership for DEVFest 2026
This year is about more than music… it’s about making a difference and creating something unforgettable together.
Trust us — you’re going to love what’s coming.
📅 Thursday, May 1st
Stay tuned… 👀
06/21/2026
What an incredible day! 🎉
Our Cans for Cause drop-off event at Freshco Cornwall was a huge success, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the amazing support of our community.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who dropped off cans, volunteered their time, stopped by to say hello, or made a donation. Your generosity and encouragement made all the difference.
Together, we raised approximately $1,000 for a truly great cause! We’re so grateful to be part of a community that comes together to make a positive impact.
Thank you all for your support. We couldn’t have done it without you!
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