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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Within 24 hours, William went from being a playful and active 19-month-old to fighting for his life.
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.
Three-year-old Rory loves to draw and watch Peppa Pig and Blue’s Clues. As a child, his days should be filled with play and fun, but sadly, that wasn’t his reality in April 2023.
For Melanie and Neil, from Prince Edward Island, needing the IWK was something they never anticipated. But in May of 2019, their second youngest daughter, Georgia, began showing signs of illness. At first, it seemed like nothing out of the ordinary.
