Late Tuesday evening, July 7, 2026, Isla began experiencing severe lower back pain prompting her parents, Danielle Shaw and Chris Corbett (Archie), to take her to the emergency department. It quickly became clear that she was seriously unwell, and she was airlifted to BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver.

She has since been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), a cancer of the blood and bone marrow.

Isla has begun intravenous chemotherapy and will remain in hospital while her response to treatment is closely monitored. Her oncology team anticipates she will require treatment for the next two and a half years, with ongoing care at BC Children's Hospital.

A little about Isla:

She is a smart, silly, and otherwise healthy, active 6-year-old who loves gymnastics and soccer. As the youngest of the family, she shares a special bond with her brother, Lincoln (19), and her sister, Ariel (12). She recently completed Grade 1 at K’ak’ot’lats’i School and was looking forward to the summer filled with camping, swimming, and making memories in her traditional homelands, ’Wuìkinux̌v, Rivers Inlet.

Isla is an incredibly strong and resilient little girl, and we remain hopeful as she begins this journey.

Isla’s family lives in Coal Harbour (Port Hardy), BC, and will be spending an undetermined amount of time in Vancouver, followed by ongoing travel to and from BC Children's Hospital for her care. As a result, their ability to work will be significantly impacted throughout Isla's treatment.

As self-employed small business owners, any donation is greatly appreciated and will help ease the financial burden of travel, accommodations, meals, living expenses, Isla's medical costs not covered by MSP, and other unexpected expenses throughout her treatment.

The family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love, support, kindness, and patience they have already received in these first days as they focus on Isla’s care.

Wuàlas ǧiànakaci - thank you very much for your generosity and support.