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Meet Our Heroes

IWK Heroes

Meet some of our IWK heroes— courageous patients, exceptional caregivers and generous supporters— who know the value of the IWK to the Maritime community. They inspire us to ensure the IWK can continue providing the specialized care it's known for every day.

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Sarah Irving, Irving Oil

Irving Oil’s Fuel the Care

For many IWK families Irving Oil’s Fuel the Care program has become a bright spot during tough times.

Joshua Mazerolle, IWK patient

Joshua Mazerolle

Since birth, eight-year-old francophone Joshua Mazerolle of Beresford, NB has been traveling to the IWK every four to six months for care.

Andrea Crowe

Andrea Crowe Trust

One’s life is not measured in number of years lived, but by the impact they have had while living. There is no truer statement to describe the life and legacy of Andrea Crowe.

Katie Hallett, IWK patient

Katie Hallett

It’s not uncommon to hear patients say that the IWK is like a home-away-from-home. For eight-year-old Katie Hallett from Shelburne, NS it was her very first home where she lived for the first 630 days of her life.

A mother holding a baby boy with a soother in his mouth. The words Heart Warrior overlay the image.

Colton Jacque

When Colton Jacque was born, his parents Brandy and Fred anticipated meeting their happy, healthy baby.