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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In 2023, Brigitte and Christopher were settling into their life together in New Brunswick with their two daughters, Jeanne and Jhanna, after moving from the Philippines to Canada. Christopher arrived in Canada in 2019, and after four long years apart, the family was happy to be together again.
DSSSC—a network of Dalhousie students passionate about supporting children who need pediatric care—has proudly partnered with the IWK Foundation by volunteering their time and talents to support events, campaigns, and initiatives that support the IWK.
At Esther’s 20-week ultrasound, doctors discovered Elena had Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH), a rare and life-threatening condition that can leave babies with small, underdeveloped lungs.
The IWK 250 at Riverside International Speedway was co-founded by Steve Lewis and John Chisholm in 2007, combining the excitement of stock car racing with the power of community giving.
For the past 38 years, the Charlotte County IWK Fundraising Committee—a group of dedicated working moms—has been proudly supporting the IWK through various fundraising initiatives, raising an incredible $400,000 to date.
