Mercy Ships Canada was named one of Circle Act's Absolute Top 99.5% Charities in Canada who bring high-impact positive change and is Imagine Canada certified. Mercy Ships provides free surgeries and medical training in Africa using hospital ships. Each year more than 1,200 volunteers from around the world join Mercy Ships to donate their time and skills. Mercy Ships has worked in more than 56 nations, providing services and treatment to more than 2.68 million individuals. As a faith based Christian charity, Mercy Ships Canada supports surgical and medical projects that align with the global organization’s core values and goals.