CIBC World Markets raised more than $10.1 million for children around the world.

CIBC World Markets sales and trading staff and CIBC Wood Gundy investment advisors gave all their fees and commissions from Wednesday, December 5 to the CIBC World Markets Children’s Foundation.

Miracle Day, as its called, generated more than $3.3 million in Canada that will support more than 400 local children’s charities focused on improving the health, well-being and education of children across the country.

“Our employees’ commitment to making a difference and the enthusiasm of our clients make Miracle Day a great success every year,” said Susan Storey, chair, CIBC World Markets Children’s Foundation and managing director, CIBC World Markets.

Miracle Day has raised more than $190 million for children’s charities since 1984. The first year the initiative brought in $163,935.

Money raised has been directed toward children’s hospitals; health research; emergency shelters; counseling; education and recreational opportunities; meal programs; and special programs for children in need.