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Children’s Health

Connor Poplar, IWK Patient

Connor Poplar

In July of 2015, Connor's parents knew that something was wrong with their son. He wasn't interested in his usual activities, and his face was swollen near his eyes.

Mackenzie Joy, IWK patient

Mackenzie Joy

Ten year old Mackenzie Joy of Middle Sackville, Nova Scotia, has a unique view of the world and has discovered a way to share it – through the lens of her camera. After receiving a Nikon camera for Christmas, Mackenzie quickly mastered its settings and started capturing images.

Sacred Temple Tattoo

Sacred Temple Tattoo

Jamie MacKay and his wife, Cara, have been giving to the IWK for more than a decade, but about six years ago the Havre Boucher, NS, couple decided they would do a bit more for the special place that cared for their children in incredible ways.

Isaac Fraser, IWK Patient

Isaac Fraser

Isaac's mom became concerned that something was wrong when, as a baby, he was not reaching typical developmental milestones.

Ella Powell, IWK Patient

Ella Powell

Ella may be tiny, but she has proven she is mighty. The care she received from the IWK Health Centre began before she was even born. Mallory and Mike Powell suffered a loss when one of their unborn twin babies passed away in utero.