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Meet Our Heroes

Meet some of our IWK heroes— courageous patients, exceptional caregivers and generous supporters— who know the value of the IWK to the Maritime community. They inspire us to ensure the IWK can continue providing the specialized care it's known for every day.

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Isaac, IWK Patient

Isaac

Isaac's mom became concerned that something was wrong when, as a baby, he was not reaching typical developmental milestones.

Isaac, IWK Patient

Isaac

Isaac's mom became concerned that something was wrong when, as a baby, he was not reaching typical developmental milestones.

Ella, IWK Patient

Ella

Ella may be tiny, but she has proven she is mighty. The care she received from the IWK Health Centre began before she was even born. Mallory and Mike Powell suffered a loss when one of their unborn twin babies passed away in utero.

Ella, IWK Patient

Ella

Ella may be tiny, but she has proven she is mighty. The care she received from the IWK Health Centre began before she was even born. Mallory and Mike Powell suffered a loss when one of their unborn twin babies passed away in utero.

Aurora, IWK Patient

Aurora

For four years, IWK Health  has been Aurora’s home away from home. She relies on the IWK to help keep her seizure free.