Stories
Stories
We are privileged to share people’s stories. Patients, researchers, health care workers, family members, donors, Albertans.
Stories shared through our Leap magazine, blog and videos inspire hope for people facing cancer, and their families. They also raise awareness of the groundbreaking research and world-class patient care that is currently underway in Alberta, as well as the leading-edge work that is yet to come.


Mike Zurawell was your everyday Albertan. But three little words – You have cancer – changed everything.
Nothing can prepare you to hear the words, “You have cancer”. In November 2022, that became the reality for Mike Zurawell. He went through months and months of treatment, including


Katrina Orfanel’s cancer journey
The day before her wedding, Katrina Orfanel received the devastating diagnosis of stage 4 Hodgkin’s lymphoma. The days, weeks, and years that followed were marked by beautiful moments she will


Honouring Geoff Hollis-Haynes: The Ring of Fire Fundraiser
In June of 2017, Geoff Hollis was diagnosed with colon cancer at the age of 34. Kassia Haynes, Geoff’s beloved fiancé, took on the caregiver role without hesitation. The four
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