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Jean-Gilles’ Story

Sunday, February 24, 2019

When he was nine years old, Jean-Gilles, an otherwise healthy child, developed an intense fever. Blood tests revealed he had leukemia.

Van’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

When Van was eight months old, his family noticed he wasn't growing or developing like he should. At 10 months, Van was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).

Sammi-Jo’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

Sammi-Jo was born a seemingly healthy baby, but right from the start something just wasn't right, with many visits to the emergency room for flu-like symptoms.

Ryland’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

At just five weeks old, Ryland was diagnosed with aqueductal stenosis, a blockage in the brain that makes him dependent on a shunt in his head to stay alive.

Natalie’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

During one of her dance classes, 14-year-old Natalie began to feel pain throughout her body that made it difficult for her to move. An MRI revealed that she had a tumour.

Joey’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

It was devastating news when four-year-old Joey was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, meaning he had years of tough treatment sessions ahead of him.

Hudson’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

Hudson's parents were concerned about unusual episodes of eye rolling, injuries and frustration that Hudson had been experiencing since he was a toddler.

Gianna’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

While pregnant, Gianna's mom developed preeclampsia, a condition where the mother’s blood pressure is extremely high. This led to Gianna being born severely prematurely.

Geoffrey’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

A few years ago, Geoffrey started experiencing high fevers, no appetite or energy and weight loss. Soon after, he was diagnosed with hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH).

Eric’s Story

Friday, February 15, 2019

On a family camping trip, Eric didn’t feel quite right. This led to a visit with his paediatrician, and then to CHEO, who diagnosed him with type 1 diabetes.

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