Childhood Cancer

• How this young cancer survivor overcame ‘dark ‘ and ‘challenging’ days

  After a cancer diagnosis, many young adults and children might struggle more with maintaining friendships, coping with losses, and facing the potential loss of fertility.

  Health

  Apr 29
  
• Young Edmonton Oilers fan gives precious heart valve gift

  The parents of Karter Bourgeault, a young Edmonton Oilers fan who died after a battle with cancer, made the tough decision to donate his heart valves to two babies.

  Health

  Apr 22
  
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• For 80% of childhood cancer survivors, serious health risks follow: study

  By the age of 45, more than 80 per cent of childhood cancer survivors will grapple with serious or life-threatening effects stemming from their treatments.

  Health

  Mar 11
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• ‘Strong Like Sloane’ team runs for childhood cancer

  When young Sloane Masikewich was diagnosed with cancer, the family decided to fight back. Their team "Strong Like Sloane" is raising money and awareness for childhood cancer.

  Health

  Feb 15
• Epic solo run across Canada brings hope to those battling cancer

  A New Zealand man is embarking on a solo and unsupported run across Canada. Inspired by his family's battle with cancer, Jon Nabbs is spreading hope and positivity every kilometre.

  Features

  Jan 10
• Neighbours provide ‘heartwarming’ support for 10-year-old brain cancer patient

  Neighbours are coming together behind a brave Calgary boy and showing their support through festive decorations in the true spirit of the season.

  Features

  Dec 21, 2023
• Calgary boy’s brave battle with brain cancer

  September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. While one Calgary boy and his family take on the battle of a lifetime, his school has stepped up to support them all the way.

  Canada

  Sep 28, 2023
• Oilers Fanfare for the Cure raises over $10K in honour of 6-year-old boy with terminal brain cancer

  An Edmonton boy who has been diagnosed with a rare form of terminal brain cancer called DIPG was given some incredibly special memories on Wednesday.

  Canada

  Jun 1, 2023
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• Calgary man who survived cancer and multiple strokes tells story of longboarding across Canada

  The story of Brandon's Harrison's life has been all about dodging death -- both on a longboard and in hospitals.

  Features

  May 22, 2023
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• Edmonton Oilers’ Mega 50/50 will boost Ben Stelter Fund: ‘This is huge’

  A Mega 50/50 with the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation and Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation will support the Ben Stelter Fund. 

  Canada

  Feb 8, 2023