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IWK Patients

IWK patient, Jeric, holding a stuffed toy with a "survivor" banner.

Jeric

When Barb received the heartbreaking news that her six-year-old son, Jeric, had acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), a fast-growing blood cancer, she was shocked. 

IWK patient, Peter from Nova Scotia, with his dog

Peter

For many Maritime children, the IWK will fortunately be a place they’ll only ever know by name. However, for many others, it can become an integral part of their lives, marked by frequent visits, medical procedures, tests, and treatments.   

Jenna, IWK patient

Jenna

“Your life doesn’t need to be defined by your illness.”

Corinne

Corinne

At 15 years old, Corinne was a witty, full-of-life teen who loved to dance and had her entire future ahead of her. But on a winding road in a small, rural Nova Scotia town, Corinne’s life took an unexpected turn.  

Fiona

Fiona

Rachel was in her third trimester when the care team at her local hospital discovered her unborn baby wasn’t growing as expected. “At 37 weeks, Fiona was born, and within 48 hours, we were back at our local emergency room. She wouldn’t eat. She was just so lethargic.”