Stories

The CPT for CHEO Foundation Stories.

  • Parker’s Unstoppable Drive

    Parker is a ten-year-old multi-sport athlete and motivated cancer warrior. After a painless lump sent him to CHEO in August 2022, it was discovered through…

  • Nadine’s Radiant Resilience

    Six-year-old Nadine has had a medical journey unlike any other. After prenatal tests showed that she had a rare congenital heart defect, a surgical intervention…

  • Helen’s Inspiring Spirit

    Born prematurely and with multiple health issues, Helen has gone through a lot in her 17 years. Diagnosed with Down Syndrome, Helen also had multiple…

  • Flo’s Early Triumphs

    Flo arrived in our world a month earlier than expected and needed CHEO’s help. Born with a cleft lip and palate she spent a few…

  • Lu’s Journey to Hope

    Thirteen-year-old Lu was always an anxious child, but in 2022, things got worse. The stress of moving to Canada, dealing with bullies at school and…

  • Aviyah’s Artistic Strength

    CHEO became a staple in 11-year-old Aviyah’s life when her polycystic kidney disease turned into a cancer diagnosis. A surgery to remove one kidney was…