Stories
Stollery stories
At the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation we raise money in support of the Stollery Children’s Hospital, educate the community on the Hospital’s needs and thank our donors for their generosity. Meet Stollery kids from backyards across Alberta and learn how donor dollars have been making a difference at the Stollery below.
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Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation launches $1 billion campaign with announcement of new hospital location
Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation launches $1 billion campaign with announcement of new hospital location
The Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation is celebrating a historic milestone for kids’ health with the Government of Alberta’s announcement of a land location for a new, stand-alone Stollery Children’s Hospital on the University of Alberta's South Campus.
Meet Jacob
Meet Jacob
Jacob is a risk-taker who has big dreams of becoming a professional soccer player when he grows up. Born with microtia and atresia, a smaller than average ear, Jacob’s team at the Stollery is doing everything they can to support his hearing and development.
Meet Cecily
Meet Cecily
Cecily’s days are full of adventure and imagination! When she’s not playing with her little sister, Lena, or puppy, Max, you’ll find her being goofy and bringing a smile to your face. After receiving the ultimate gift of life at just two months old, Cecily’s future is bright.
Meet our No Bounds Co-chairs
Meet our No Bounds Co-chairs
Behind every transformational movement are people who believe deeply in what’s possible and who are willing to help lead the way. For Stollery No Bounds, that leadership comes from two couples whose long-standing commitment to children’s health runs deep: Erin and Richard Kirby and Lisa and Marshall Sadd.
Canada's first dedicated Child Life Services Facility Dog
Canada's first dedicated Child Life Services Facility Dog
The Stollery Children’s Hospital is proud to introduce its newest Child Life Services team member: Pumbaa, a professionally trained, internationally accredited Facility Dog who comforts and supports children and families during their hospital stay.
Appreciating our supporters on National Philanthropy Day
Appreciating our supporters on National Philanthropy Day
National Philanthropy Day is celebrated worldwide every year on November 15. Once again this year, we have the privilege of nominating several members of our Stollery community who have made an impact.
Meet Tara
Meet Tara
Pediatric rheumatologist and pain medicine physician at the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Dr. Tara McGrath is also the assistant professor of pediatrics and adjunct professor of anesthesiology and pain medicine at the University of Alberta.