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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.

Meet 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.

Meet 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!

Meet 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.

Meet Stephanie

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

Meet 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.

Meet 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.

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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.

THANKS 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.

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.

When 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.

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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.

Every 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.

The 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.

Giving 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.

At the Foundation

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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.

Meet 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.

Steps 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.

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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.

Investing 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.

School 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.

Trending: 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.

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Stollery Story Squad

Meet Daxton

Meet Okimasis

Meet Savannah

Meet Tristan

Partner features

Meet Anne

Meet Stephanie

Meet Simon

Meet Angela and Melanie

Our supporters

The beauty of making a difference for Stollery kids

THANKS A MILLION: Spencer Berezowski Memorial Golf Tournament

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

When giving is personal

Where your money goes

Improving pain management at the Stollery

Every second counts

The power of interconnection and Indigenous health research

Giving Comfort to kids and families

At the Foundation

Celebrating our supporters on National Philanthropy Day

Meet our new President & CEO

Steps toward ReconciliACTION

In the news

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

Investing in the future with pediatric research

School fundraising for the Stollery

Trending: The power of research & our journey towards a new Stollery

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