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September 8, 2021
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How the Lisa Huus Bursary is helping this BC student become an advocate for those with complex needs
In speaking with university student Ella, her determination and passion for making an impact become immediately clear. At only ...
September 3, 2021
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2021 Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Week benefitting Children’s Health Foundation
Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign is back! From Monday, September 13 to Sunday, September 19, stop by one of the participating ...
August 19, 2021
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Island kids / Stories
How Bear Essentials supports the mobility and independence of Island kid Payton
Island mom Shannon has big hopes and dreams for her eldest daughter, Payton. The outgoing and energetic four-year-old loves swi...
July 16, 2021
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Ask the expert: Caring for families at Jeneece Place and Q̓ʷalayu House
On July 15, 2021, CEO Veronica Carroll was joined by Christina Peacock of Jeneece Place for episode 4 of “From the heart: Small...
July 12, 2021
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Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island opens Q̓ʷalayu House
After years of preparation, Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island CEO, Veronica Carroll, cut the ribbon to officiall...
June 29, 2021
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When pigs fly radiothon nets over $62,000 for Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island’s Q̓ ʷalayu House
Children’s Health Foundation of Vancouver Island set its When pigs fly radiothon fundraising goal at $50,000, but the Campbell ...
June 17, 2021
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Island kids
How Bear Essentials has helped this Island family overcome isolation
To say the Stuckenbergs are a busy family would be an understatement. Between their newborn son, Louis, two-year-old daughter, ...
June 7, 2021
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Ask the expert: Cultural safety with Kathi Hemphill Camilleri
On June 7, 2021, CEO Veronica Carroll was joined by Kathi Hemphill Camilleri, Cultural Safety Consultant, for episode 3 of “Fro...
June 4, 2021
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Island kids
Meet the Thompsons: The importance of a home away from home in Campbell River
Already parents of two boys, Courtenay-based couple John and Melissa felt well prepared as their daughter’s due date approached...
May 25, 2021
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'Ask the expert'
Ask the expert: How Bear Essentials is a lifeline for families of children with complex needs
On May 20, 2021, CEO Veronica Carroll was joined by Susan Fox of Outreach Therapy for episode 2 of “From the heart: Small talk ...
May 19, 2021
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Meet Marco: How this BC student channeled his complex health challenges into his career purpose
For Lisa Huus Bursary recipient Marco Dixon, artistic expression is a way of life. Brought up by a fashion designer and a music...
May 12, 2021
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Island kids / Stories
Meet Lucas: How Bear Essentials is a lifeline for families of Island kids with complex needs
Island kid Lucas is a happy little guy. Like many other five-year-olds, he loves learning at school, playing with his brother, ...
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