American singer Nick Jonas has teamed up with Duracell to launch its Powering Holiday Smiles campaign in Canada.

The initiative donates a year's supply of batteries to hospitals across the country to power lifesaving medical devices, and toys and games for children and families during the holiday season. Duracell will also donate 20 cents to Children's Miracle Network for every pack of Duracell Quantum and CopperTop batteries bought from Walmart stores. Jonas commented 'I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when I was young and spent a few days in hospital. It was a life changing experience that motivated me to try and make a difference. I’m glad that I can be here to help support a great cause and power a few smiles along the way'.