Improving Care For People in our Communities
Earl’s Story
Earl Boutilier was diagnosed with CMT-Charcot Marie Tooth Disease 51 years ago and is also diabetic. Also known as Charcot–Marie–Tooth neuropathy, CMT is a genetically inherited disorder of the peripheral nervous system characterized by progressive loss of muscle tissue and touch sensation across various parts of the body. Currently incurable, this disease is one of the most common inherited neurological disorders. Read more →
Neila’s Story
Neila MacGean has Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension which means that she has to be on an oxygen machine with 8 litres high pressure every day. Neila was a nurse at Northside General Hospital for 6 years and later an occupational health nurse at Devco. Read more →
Brianna’s Story
Thirteen-year-old Brianna Murphy doesn’t allow diabetes to run her life. Brianna has Type 1 Diabetes and visits the Diabetic Clinic at Northside General Hospital regularly. Her condition doesn’t stop her from playing basketball and soccer or from competing in dance competitions. Brianna is able to enjoy sleepovers thanks to an insulin pump that she received three years ago. Since she had her pump she can spend more time with her friends and she doesn’t have to carry needles with her- it has really changed her life for the better. Read more →
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Daniel’s Story
As the Chair of the Northside/Harbourview Hospital Foundation, Daniel McKeough would rather be visiting the hospital for his regular board meetings but instead, he sometimes needs to use the services of the hospital. Daniel was diagnosed with Diabetes at age thirteen and has spent the last fifteen years of his life with an insulin pump. Read more →
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Community Engagement class for their generous donation of $962.15 to the Wig Bank!
Through bake sales and carnival games, these students worked hard to raise funds in support of individuals in our community who rely on the Wig Bank during difficult times. Their efforts were so inspiring that one family was moved to match what the class raised—making an even greater impact.
And as promised, their teacher, Mr. Curtis Young, kept his word—if they reached their goal, he would shave his head! True to his promise, he followed through, adding a fun and memorable moment to an already incredible fundraising effort.
This wonderful act of fundraising shows compassion, leadership, and the incredible power of young people making a real difference in their community. Every dollar raised helps ensure that someone in need can access this important support without financial burden.
Thank you to this amazing class for choosing to make a difference. Your kindness will touch lives in ways you may never fully see, but it will always be deeply appreciated.
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So awesome! Thank you so very much!!
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