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Nova Scotia

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.  

Oliver

Oliver 

When 16-year-old Oliver, a star quarterback for his high school football team, discovered a lump under his arm in February 2024, he never expected he’d have to tackle what came next.

Hugh, IWK patient

Hugh

Michele and Matthew were eager to grow their little family and give their one-year-old son, Dean, a sibling. So, they were delighted in early summer 2024 when they discovered Michele was pregnant. 

Jody, IWK patient

Honouring Jody

We are heartbroken to share that Jody Ross passed away on February 6, 2025, at 42. We had the honour of knowing Jody and watching her grow into an incredible woman, mother and friend.