Stollery Story Squad
Meet Daxton
Daxton is a goofy boy who keeps his family on their toes. He loves volcanoes, creating with LEGO® and blocks, and chasing his four sisters around. Born with chronic kidney disease, Daxton spends three afternoons a week receiving Stollery care so that he can keep bringing smiles to the faces of everyone he meets.
Read moreMeet Okimasis
Okimasis comes from a close, traditional Indigenous family from Onicikiskwapowin, Saddle Lake Cree Nation. He loves spending time with his family and being part of ceremonies, and he enjoys oskapew – being a helper. Thanks to the team at the Stollery, Okimasis has been able to beat the odds and look at every challenge as an opportunity.
Read moreMeet Savannah
Savannah doesn’t shy away from the spotlight! She’s a triple-threat who loves performing, crafting and spending time with her family. While she visits the Stollery Children’s Hospital regularly for infusions to manage her diseases, Savannah has an amazing attitude and a zest for life!
Read moreMeet Tristan
Tristan loves beatboxing, breakdancing and ninja obstacle training! While he visits the Stollery Children’s Hospital regularly for burn scar releases and grafting surgery, Tristan radiates strength and resilience.
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Meet Anne
Anne is a Nurse Practitioner with Pediatric Neurology at the Stollery Children's Hospital. She is part of the inpatient Neurocritical Care Service and also sees patients in the Neurology Clinic.
Read moreMeet Stephanie
Stephanie has worked at the Stollery for four and a half years as Clinical Nurse Educator specializing in mental health.
Read moreMeet Simon
Dr. Simon Urschel has worked at the Stollery Children's Hospital for 17 years. As a Pediatric Cardiologist, and now as Director of Pediatric Cardiac Transplant, he has saved hundreds of lives.
Read moreMeet Angela and Melanie
As Certified Child Life Specialists, Angela and Melanie's jobs are to help children cope with hospitalizations and reduce medical trauma. Soon, an exciting four-legged addition will be joining their expert team: a facility dog! As handlers, Angela and Melanie will work with the new facility dog to help patients meet specific, individualized goals.
Read moreOur supporters
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.
Read moreTHANKS A MILLION: Spencer Berezowski Memorial Golf Tournament
When a loved one passes away, it’s important to find comfort in the things that brought them joy while they were with us. That’s exactly what Jason Knapton, President of Great Canadian Roofing, Siding and Windows did when his good friend Spencer Berezowski passed away in 2005.
Read moreMy 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.
Read moreWhen giving is personal
Sarah Coenen joined the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation's monthly donation program, the Bear Hug Club, before her family ever needed the Stollery. When her daughter was born, she saw first-hand the difference donations like hers make.
Read moreWhere your money goes
Improving pain management at the Stollery
In collaboration with the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute, the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation, Alberta Health Services, Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP) and other partners, the Pediatric Emergency: Advancing Knowledge (PEAK) Research Team works to improve care for young patients visiting the Stollery Emergency Department and beyond.
Read moreEvery second counts
More than 35,000 sudden cardiac arrests happen in Canada each year, affecting both kids and adults. Being able to react and respond properly can save lives.
Read moreThe power of interconnection and Indigenous health research
As part of our ongoing commitment to the health and wellness of Indigenous kids and youth, we're proud to invest in programs such as the Ispimihk Awâsisak Program.
Read moreGiving Comfort to kids and families
The Patient and Family-Centered Care program supports Stollery kids and their families in many different ways throughout their health-care journey.
Read moreAt the Foundation
Celebrating our supporters on National Philanthropy Day
National Philanthropy Day is celebrated worldwide every year on November 15. We have the privilege of nominating several members of our Stollery community who have made an impact this year.
Read moreMeet our new President & CEO
Karen has more than 30 years of experience spanning the corporate and charitable sectors, leading teams through organizational change and transformational campaigns. Karen has dedicated more than a decade to advancing kids’ health as the Foundation’s Chief Operating Officer and most recently as the Interim President & CEO.
Read moreSteps toward ReconciliACTION
In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, our staff participated in a smudging ceremony, led by Foundation board member, Stollery mom, member of the Enoch Cree Nation and elected Councillor, Amanda Morin.
Read moreIn the news
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.
Read moreInvesting in the future with pediatric research
On this month’s Spotlight on the Stollery, Lonnie Zwaigenbaum, Associate Director and Academic Lead for the Women and Children’s Health Research Institute, sat down with our friends at Global Edmonton to chat about how research is driving the future of kids' health forward.
Read moreSchool fundraising for the Stollery
On this month’s Spotlight on the Stollery, Karen Schultz, proud Stollery supporter and teacher at Donnan School, joined us as we sat down with Global Edmonton to talk about how your school can make a life-changing difference in the lives of thousands of Stollery kids through the school fundraising program.
Read moreTrending: The power of research & our journey towards a new Stollery
On this month’s Trending, Chelsea Bird stops by Dr. Todd Alexander's research lab at the Women and Children's Health Research Institute to learn more about the vital connection between research, the specialized care offered at the Stollery Children's Hospital and how the Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation is bridging the two.
Read moreMore stories that matter
Learn more about where donor dollars go, the families we serve and the supporters that help us give all kids the best chance to live a long and healthy life.