Stories

Sophie loves musical theatre, swimming, biking and volleyball! After being told she would never walk or talk, Sophie’s team at the Stollery has helped her beat the odds.

Cadence was born to entertain! She loves singing, acting and her school’s theatre program. Since visiting the Stollery regularly since she was a baby, Cadence has always felt welcomed and truly part of the Stollery family.

Beau loves animals, lights and his sisters! After being born with a rare genetic disorder, Beau’s life is filled with appointments at the Stollery – appointments that he always shows up for with a brave smile and the sweetest giggle.

Ariannah loves her brother, sister and puppy! She also loves music and watching videos on her tablet. After a number of seizures, surgeries and diagnosis of a global developmental delay, Ariannah works hard to learn new things and enjoys living her best life.

Dominic loves being outside – skating, bike riding, puddle jumping – you name it! After being born with a rare skin condition, having a stroke and needing both neurology and cardiac care, Dominic loves to see his Stollerific doctor and nurse friends who remind him how brave he is!

Finley loves to sing, make art, play board games and snowboard! After being born with cystic fibrosis and later being diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver, Finley received a liver transplant at the Stollery that saved his life.

Isabella loves dancing, gymnastics, skiing and biking! After being born with a rare congenital heart defect, Isabella has had multiple open-heart surgeries, with her first one at just six days old.

Maverick loves downhill skiing, playing with his cousins and friends, wall climbing and sports of all kinds! Since beginning his life being airlifted to the Stollery, Maverick has continued to defy the odds thanks to the support of his family and his Stollerific team.