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Meet Our 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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Joe Robichaud, CycleAbility Founder

CycleAbility Challenge

Do you remember the fun you had as a child riding your bike, and the sense of freedom it gave you? I sure do, because at the age of 12 I lost the ability to ride when I had to have my leg removed.

Breagh MacKinnon, Classified, and David Myles with Dorado, accredited Facility dog

Classified, David Myles, and Breagh MacKinnon

In his recently released single, “Powerless”, Juno award-winning Canadian rapper, Classified, says “I wish I could do more than just write a song.” And, his actions are speaking louder than words.

Breagh MacKinnon, Classified, and David Myles with Dorado, accredited Facility dog

Classified, David Myles, and Breagh MacKinnon

In his recently released single, “Powerless”, Juno award-winning Canadian rapper, Classified, says “I wish I could do more than just write a song.” And, his actions are speaking louder than words.

Breagh MacKinnon, Classified, and David Myles with Dorado, accredited Facility dog

Classified, David Myles, and Breagh MacKinnon

In his recently released single, “Powerless”, Juno award-winning Canadian rapper, Classified, says “I wish I could do more than just write a song.” And, his actions are speaking louder than words.

AJ, IWK patient

AJ

AJ was only hours old when his heart started to fail.

Born with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH), AJ’s stomach and bowels were pushed up into his lungs and his heart was displaced.