In the early evening of February 8, 2026, the Fortuna family’s life was forever altered by a devastating and senseless accident.

Victoria, a 21-year-old student at MacEwan University, and her father, Paul Fortuna, 53 years old, were the innocent victims of a horrific and tragic vehicle accident that occurred in Edmonton, Alberta. Sadly, her father Paul succumbed to his injuries on scene and Victoria has been left with catastrophic, life threatening and life altering injuries. She is currently fighting for her life and receiving critical medical care at the University Hospital in Edmonton.

This GoFundMe, created in partnership with her family, is being established to help ease the inconceivable financial hardship they are facing.

The initial $100,000 fundraising target will help cover immediate expenses, including lodging in Edmonton for Victoria’s mother, Colleen (Cousens) Fortuna, and 16-year-old sister, Ariana, both from Calgary. This will also allow Colleen to take necessary time away from work during this period of immense hardship and profound change to focus on Victoria’s medical journey and to help her daughters through the unimaginable grief of the sudden, tragic loss of their father.

In the days, months and years ahead, Victoria will require additional surgeries, extensive rehabilitation, specialized leg prosthetics, intensive mental health support and enduring general medical care. The financial impact will be significant and ongoing, with future fundraising goals evolving as a result of these needs.

The family is deeply grateful for the kindness, prayers, and support they have already received. Your generosity, through a donation or by sharing this page, will allow them to focus on supporting their beloved Victoria through her long recovery journey. It takes a village and EVERY donation counts.

Thank you for standing with them during this unimaginably difficult time.