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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.

The beauty of making a difference for Stollery kids
The beauty of making a difference for Stollery kids

For Shirley Ibe, fundraising for the Stollery Children’s Hospital isn’t just about the dollars raised – it’s about the beauty of sharing your story and inspiring others. Even small businesses can make a huge impact on kids’ health.

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World-class equipment for world-class surgical teams
World-class equipment for world-class surgical teams

Surgical teams at the Stollery Children’s Hospital have the expertise needed to perform operations on an incredible array of patients: from babies the size of a cellphone to teens weighing as much as an adult. Their world-class skills require equipment that can meet the unique challenges of pediatric care.

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How national partners make it easy for you to support Stollery kids
How national partners make it easy for you to support Stollery kids

On this month’s Spotlight on the Stollery, Development Officers Angela and Jodaye sat down with our friends at Global Edmonton to chat about how national partners contribute to the world-class care at the Stollery.

In the news
Funding the future of children's health care research
Funding the future of children's health care research

Through your investment in children’s health research, you’re helping support programs such as the postdoctoral fellowship program through the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute.

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Ben Stelter’s legacy continues to revolutionize research
Ben Stelter’s legacy continues to revolutionize research

May is Brain Tumour Awareness month, and we want to highlight the continued work of Women and Children's Health Research Institute (WCHRI) researcher, Dr. Liana Nobre.

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Meet Stephanie
Meet Stephanie

Stephanie has worked at the Stollery for four and a half years as Clinical Nurse Educator specializing in mental health.

Partner features
My son has beaten all the odds — thanks to the Stollery and YOU!
My son has beaten all the odds — thanks to the Stollery and YOU!

Okimasis’ family was told he would never walk or talk. Today, he is a happy young boy who loves to play hockey and cheer on the Edmonton Oilers. Below is a letter from his mom, Sakawiskwew, to the Stollery and its supporters.

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'Bear Hunt': Healing and hope through the arts
'Bear Hunt': Healing and hope through the arts

Thanks to donations by Darren Durstling and Doug Udell, along with funding support from the Awasisak Indigenous Health Program, Dean Drever's 'Bear Hunt' is now on display at the Stollery Children's Hospital.

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