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 عاجل: ساعدوا طفلاً صغيراً في الحصول على العملية التي يحتاجها

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 طفل مرهق تحت سن 18 يعاني من آلام شديدة ويحتاج إلى مساعدتكم بشكل عاجل.

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Every Donation Brings Hope – Help Save a Life

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<div>Hi, I'm Steve Beckow, editor-in-chief of the Golden Age of Gaia, a lightworker blog. Recently a young woman, with her friendly pitbull companion, Jupiter, put up a tent in the park in front of my apartment.
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Bring Andy In Out of the Cold

<div>Il y a quelques jours à peine, la vie a basculé pour Julie, son conjoint Jean-Christophe et leurs fils Clément (11 mois) et Émile (5 ans).
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<div>Julie a reçu un diagnostic de leucémie agressive nécessitant des traitements immédiats et une hospitalisation prolongée. Pour protéger sa santé déjà fragilisée, elle a été placée en isolement complet. Du jour au lendemain, elle a dû être séparée de ses deux enfants, un bébé de 11 mois et un enfant de 5 ans, sans savoir quand elle pourra les serrer de nouveau dans ses bras.
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<div>À cette épreuve humaine s'ajoute une importante pression financière. Julie ne bénéficie pas d'une assurance salaire et avait déjà pris un congé parental au cours de la dernière année pour accueillir leur plus jeune enfant. Cette réalité a un impact considérable sur les revenus disponibles pour la famille au moment même où les dépenses et les besoins augmentent.
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<div>Ensemble, entourons Julie, Jean-Christophe et leurs enfants d'un immense élan de solidarité, d'espoir et d'amour.
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Une leucémie fulgurante a frappé Julie. Soutenons sa famille

<div>My name is <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeXg0xjPBSs/?exln=MTFlMzM2dnE3Z2Q3aQ==" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Taye Hastings</a>. I’m 21, and I have stage 4 colon cancer. After 2 months of Chemotherapy, I learned that my cancer type is resistant, and the treatment that could give me a real chance costs more than my family could ever pay on our own. So I’m asking for your help.
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<div>On June 29, 2026, at 20 years old, I was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic colorectal cancer. It started in my colon and had already spread to my stomach, lungs, liver, kidneys, and a major lymph node. Even my doctors have said how rare and confusing this is at my age. I had no warning signs, nothing that made me think something was wrong, until it was already at its worst. In a matter of moments, my whole world changed.
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<div>One of my favourite Bible verses that I’ve leaned on throughout this fight is Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
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<div>A note from Taye’s family and organizer; Taye’s sister, Mya. I’m managing this fundraiser for my little brother. Every dollar goes directly to Taye’s treatment and the costs that come with it:
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<div>De manière fulgurante en seulement 24 he, ce soir 7 novembre Alexis nous a quitté paisiblement à la maison entouré de ses parents et de son frère et sœurs. Vous aviez été nombreux et très rapidement à vouloir nous venir en aide pour aider Alexis à recevoir un traitement à Chicago et nous vous en remercions sincèrement. Si vous le permettez, le go found me servira à lui préparer des obsèques à sa hauteur. Pour tout ceux qui souhaiteront un remboursement, il nous fera plaisir de vous l'offrir. Vous n'aurez qu'à communiquer avec moi en privé . Encore une fois, merci sincèrement d'avoir voulu nous aider. Cela nous a énormément touché.
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<div>Bonjour, je m'appelle Misty et on a découvert, en 2025, un sarcome synovial à l'épaule de mon fils de 16 ans. Pour avoir accès à un IRM j'ai dû payé de ma poche au privé car les médecins disaient que mon fils n'avait rien. Ce qui a vraiment compliqué son traitement car le cancer a vraiment progressé pendant ce temps perdu.
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<div><strong>At just 36 years old, Sonia has been diagnosed with stage IV Leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of soft tissue cancer that has spread to her liver and several lymph nodes throughout her body. Following her 23rd chemotherapy treatment, Sonia developed Capillary Leak Syndrome, a potentially life-threatening complication that may lead to heart failure. </strong>Given the risk of this complication recurring, her doctors have advised discontinuing her previous chemotherapy regimen and switching to <strong>Trabectedin, a medication specifically used to treat advanced soft tissue sarcomas.</strong>
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<div>Sonia has been through a difficult journey while working towards fulfilling her dreams. Coming from a small Indigenous community in Bangladesh, she moved to Canada with her husband and two-year-old daughter in July 2023 to pursue higher education and build a better future for her family. She balanced her studies, raising her daughter, and working part-time. Then, in January 2026, during the final year of her studies, she received the devastating diagnosis of advanced cancer.
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Help Sonia Fight Cancer and Stay with Her Little Daughter

<div>Le 25 octobre 2026, à Drummondville, le temps s'est arrêté lorsque notre frère a subi un accident vasculaire cérébral fulgurant. À 42 ans, père célibataire de 4 garçons, cet événement vient bouleverser sa vie et celle des siens.
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<div>On October 25, 2026, in Drummondville, time stood still when our brother suffered a sudden, severe stroke. At 42 years old—a single father to four boys—this event has completely upended his life and the lives of his children.
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Aidons Christophe à la suite d’un AVC qui a tout bousculé

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<div>Our hockey and local community are rallying around a truly exceptional 15-year-old boy, Alex Bonitatibus, who was recently blindsided by a diagnosis of Parameningeal Rhabdomyosarcoma.
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<div>For anyone who knows Alex, you know he is a boy who is full of life and has a passion for everything he does. If you’ve spent time around a local hockey rink, you’ve likely seen Alex on the ice. He is currently a proud member of the Mississauga Terriers AA team, and before that, he spent many years as an Oakville Ranger. Through both of these incredible organizations, Alex has built deep roots, making wonderful friends, teammates, and memories.
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<div>On the ice, Alex is the definition of grit and determination. He plays with his whole heart and never, ever gives up on a game, no matter the score. Off the ice, that same "all-in" attitude defines who he is. Whether he is challenging himself to learn how to ski, mastering his golf swing, or tackling any obstacle in front of him, Alex never shies away from a challenge. Alex has also channelled his precision and focus into becoming a self-taught barber. He loves cutting hair and has become the go-to stylist for his teammates, friends, and family, bringing people together and making them look and feel their best.
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<div>Let's show Alex the power of his community and the many friends he has made along the way. He has never given up on a game, and we are not giving up on him.
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Help Phil and His Family Through His Road to Recovery ❤️

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Relief Fund for Angelica Mocanu’s Medical Bills

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Help James and His Family While James Is In ICU!

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Help Pilar Recover After A Devastating Collision

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A Sister’s Plea for Sherwin: Help Us Keep Hope Alive

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Jason Herron-Jacobs and his family need our help

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Lori Townshend's Cancer Journey

<div>Hello friends and neighbours, this GoFundMe is to try and raise money to help Denman Shoe Repair forgo having to close, while the owner recovers from emergency eye surgery.
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<div>Daniel Kim, the current owner of Denman Shoe Repair, and before him his father HeungSeo Kim, have been operating their family business on Denman Street since 2011, with Daniel running the business since his father retired a few years ago. Over the past 15 years, the Kim’s have provided a needed service to the West End with a friendly approach and affordable pricing.
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<div>Businesses like this are so important to a thriving local economy, and essential to maintaining a sense of connection in a community and neighbourhood like the West End.
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<div>My name is Kevin, and I’ve been going to Denman Shoe Repair since I moved to the West End in 2019. Over the years Daniel and I have struck up a friendship, and I have come to deeply appreciate the service that he provides to this community.
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<div>Daniel texted me on the morning of Friday August 21 to let me know that he was going to be having emergency eye surgery for a detached retina, later that morning. Thankfully the surgery went well and Daniel is now resting and in recovery mode.
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<div>In addition to running the business, Daniel has two young daughters, aged 8 and 2, and is also a Pastor at a Korean church in Burnaby. During his recovery period he will need to step down from both of his work roles.
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<div>At this point, Daniel doesn't know how long he will have to be off for his recovery, and he is very worried they may lose the business while he’s unable to work. His father will be able to help at the shop a little bit through this period, but HeungSeo is retired and has his own capacity limitations.
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<div>Denman Shoe Repair is a family run business, the loss of which, after losing the convenience store on the corner of Denman and Barclay a while back, would be a real hit to this community, so let’s help keep this local business going.
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<div>We’re hoping that the West End community will pitch in to raise enough funds so that the Kims can cover their business costs for at least the next two months, as Daniel recovers.
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<div>Our immediate goal is to try and raise $16,000, which sounds like a lot, but is what’s needed to cover the costs of the business and keep it from closing for a couple of months.
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<div>All proceeds from this GoFundMe will go towards the costs of the business during Daniel's recovery from surgery. <strong>Please pitch in if you can</strong>, to help keep this cherished family business open, any amount is welcome.
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<div><strong>Please also share this GoFundMe with others who live in the West End.</strong>
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<div><strong>With thanks, Kevin Millsip, (on behalf of the Kims)</strong>
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 We’re reaching out today to ask for help for our loved one, Keith, who is facing a difficult journey after having a below-the-knee amputation due to complications from Type 1 diabetes.
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Help Keith get the Prosthetic he needs!

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 Assalamu Alaikum and thank you for taking the time to read the story of Brother Fath Elrahman Ali, Sister Eltagwa, and their two young children, ages 7 and 10.
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 This Calgary family is going through an extraordinarily difficult time, with both parents facing serious medical conditions at the same time. We are coming together as a community to help give them some financial stability while they focus on their health, recovery, and children.
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 Brother Fath Elrahman is living with advanced Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a progressive disease that damages the nerves responsible for controlling voluntary muscles.
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Help Fath Elrahman & Eltagwa Through a Medical Crisis

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 On the morning of October 21st, our sister Brooke, her husband Derrick, and our two nephews, Rhys and Roy, lost their family home in Tsawwassen to a devastating fire.
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Support after the Findlay home fire

<div>Eric Hauser was an essential and much-loved presence in the Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts community for 25 years, lending his expertise to many departments but leaving an indelible impression on the music department. He always worked closely with the choir conductor and guided countless students, encouraging them to believe in themselves and helping them give their very best to the school and the community.
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<div>In addition to his time as a Carter teacher, as Julia's husband and as proud father to Francesca and James, Eric has spent decades contributing to the music ministry of various church communities: St Justin Martyr in Markham, Blessed Trinity, St Edward the Confessor, St Bonaventure, St Patrick's, Precious Blood and many more.
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<div>His musical talent is only matched by his kindness; he is always willing to lend a hand in whatever way is needed. He is quiet and gentle by nature, always giving so much of himself to others, whether through his teaching, his family, his music, his church or his many friendships. Countless weddings and funerals all over the GTA have been enriched by Eric's talent and personality.
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<div>Sadly, ALS brings enormous challenges, not only for the person diagnosed, but for their entire family. As the disease progresses, specialized equipment, home modifications, caregiving and additional support can become increasingly costly. Eric's condition is progressing faster than anticipated and he is in need of many medical devices and home accommodations that are not paid for by OHIP or insurance plans.
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Help Eric Hauser

<div>**<strong>Mise à jour</strong> : des nouvelles de Mathéo**   29 octobre 2026
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<div>Depuis la création du GoFundMe en août dernier, plusieurs personnes nous demandent des nouvelles de Mathéo. Nous prenons donc un moment pour vous donner de ses nouvelles et vous raconter les dernières étapes de son parcours. 
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<div>Après plusieurs discussions avec les oncologues et les spécialistes, des décisions déchirantes ont dû être prises concernant la suite des traitements, avec un objectif en tête : gagner du temps précieux auprès de Mathéo. Nous savons que sa tumeur est incurable, mais tant qu’il y a de l’espoir, nous continuons d’y croire. Qui sait, un miracle peut arriver. 
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<div>Mathéo a donc reçu un traitement de 30 séances de radiothérapie à Ottawa. Des traitements difficiles, qui ont demandé beaucoup de courage. Il n’a pas été facile de trouver la bonne combinaison pour limiter les effets secondaires et lui permettre de traverser cette étape du mieux possible.
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<div>Mathéo a été accepté dans un essai clinique à Toronto pour recevoir un médicament expérimental qui n’est pas encore offert sur le marché. Cet essai représente une nouvelle lueur d’espoir pour lui et sa famille.
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<div>Le traitement vient tout juste de commencer, mais, malheureusement, les nouvelles ne sont pas bonnes pour le moment. Mathéo est très malade et son corps a besoin de reprendre des forces. Les traitements doivent donc être mis sur pause afin de lui permettre de récupérer et de recommencer à s’alimenter. Un médicament contre les nausées plus puissant sera prescrit, dans l’espoir qu’il puisse mieux tolérer le traitement et poursuivre cet essai.
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<div>Tout au long de ce parcours, nous continuerons d’accompagner Mathéo avec tout notre amour et de respecter ses décisions, ses besoins et son rythme. Nous suivrons ses choix à chaque étape, en mettant toujours son bien-être et ce qui compte le plus pour lui au cœur de nos priorités. ❤️
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<div>Aujourd’hui, nous demandons à toute la communauté de continuer à envoyer à Mathéo tout l’amour, la force et les ondes positives possibles. Que chacun de vos messages, de vos pensées et de vos gestes lui rappelle qu’il est entouré et qu’il n’est pas seul dans ce combat. ♥️
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<div>Nous voulons également prendre un moment pour remercier sincèrement toutes les personnes qui pensent à Mathéo, qui prennent de ses nouvelles et qui ont contribué au GoFundMe. Chaque geste, chaque pensée et chaque marque de soutien comptent énormément pour sa famille.
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<div>Un immense merci également à toutes les équipes de hockey qui ont choisi d’inscrire le nom de Mathéo sur leur équipement. Ces gestes de solidarité sont magnifiques et nous rappellent que Mathéo et sa famille ne sont pas seuls dans cette épreuve.
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<div>Merci d’être là. Merci de continuer à croire avec nous. Merci de faire partie de cette grande vague d’amour et d’espoir qui entoure Mathéo.
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<div>On continue d’y croire, un jour à la fois, en respectant son rythme et ses choix, et en l’entourant de tout l’amour possible.
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<div>Mathéo est un jeune garçon de 13 ans, entouré d’une famille aimante : sa mère, Mélissa Cyrenne, son père, Étienne Osborne, et son frère, Laurier. Il aura 14 ans le 17 août prochain. Sa maman partage également sa vie avec Mathieu et ses trois enfants, Eloi, Violette et Lambert, qui font eux aussi partie de cette grande famille qui entoure Mathéo. Quant à son papa, il partage sa vie avec Véronique et ses deux enfants, Mathéo et Olivia. Aujourd’hui, cette famille traverse une épreuve inimaginable et nous aimerions leur permettre de traverser les prochains mois avec un peu moins de poids sur les épaules.
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<div>Tout a commencé pendant un beau voyage en famille en Gaspésie. Mathéo ressentait un engourdissement au niveau de la joue gauche. Après quelques jours, ses parents ont décidé de consulter. On leur a alors expliqué qu’il pouvait s’agir d’un nerf coincé et de revenir consulter si l’engourdissement se rendait jusqu’à l’œil.
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<div>Le lundi 20 juillet 2026, l’engourdissement s’était effectivement propagé jusqu’à l’œil. Ses parents se sont donc rendus au CHEO afin que Mathéo soit évalué.
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<div>Les médecins ont rapidement pris la situation au sérieux et ont effectué une IRM.
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<div>La tumeur se trouve malheureusement à un endroit qui la rend inaccessible à la chirurgie. Les médecins leur ont expliqué qu’ils n’avaient jamais vu une situation semblable.
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<div>Comment est-ce possible? Pourquoi lui? Pourquoi notre enfant?
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<div>Le mercredi 29 juillet, après plusieurs heures d’attente et d’angoisse, une biopsie a finalement été réalisée avec succès. Les médecins ont réussi à retirer un petit morceau de la tumeur afin de pouvoir l’analyser.
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<div>Le jeudi 6 août, on nous a annoncé que les résultats étaient enfin disponibles. Une rencontre avec l’oncologue était prévue pour le lendemain, à 13 h.
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<div>Une attente interminable.
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<div>Puis, le vendredi 7 août, la famille a reçu la nouvelle que personne ne voulait entendre :
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<div><strong>La tumeur de Mathéo est incurable. Il s’agit d’un gliome de la ligne médiane de grade 4.</strong>
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<div>Il est difficile de mettre des mots sur une telle douleur. Il n’existe pas de mots assez grands pour décrire ce que vivent Mathéo, ses parents et tous ceux qui les aiment.
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<div>Dans les prochains temps, la famille devra faire face à une réalité qu’elle n’aurait jamais imaginé vivre.
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<div>Nous savons que l’argent ne peut pas guérir Mathéo. Il ne peut pas enlever leur peine ni changer cette terrible réalité.
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<div>Merci du fond du cœur à toutes les personnes qui contribueront, partageront la collecte, enverront un message ou penseront simplement à Mathéo et à sa famille.
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<div>Hi everyone, my name is Rosita, and I am reaching out on behalf of my family to ask for your help during a sudden and challenging time for our family.
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<div>Cualquier ayuda cuenta y cada contribución significa el mundo para nosotros. Si en este momento no pueden donar, les pedimos que por favor oren por él.
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<div>Les agradecemos de todo corazón por su bondad, generosidad y apoyo.
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<div>Some people spend their lives caring for others, always showing up when someone needs a helping hand. Frantcheska is one of those people, and now, she and her family are the ones who need our support.
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<div>Let's come together to support Frantcheska, James, and their little girl. Let's remind them that they are not alone, that people care deeply about them, and that they have a community standing beside them through this incredibly difficult time.
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<div>From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for reading their story, for your kindness, and for any support you can offer. Every act of generosity means more than words can express. ❤️
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<div>Hi my name is Lisa Pijuan-Nomura and I am starting a GoFundMe for my friend Ben Bowen, aka the beloved “Mr. Ben.”
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<div>Bonjour, je m'appelle Ilias Hadjeb, j'ai 19 ans et je lance cette campagne de collecte de fonds pour aider mon oncle, atteint d'un cancer en phase 4 terminale, à payer ses médicaments mensuels. Il s'appelle Mehand A<span>bersi et a 39 ans. Il travaille au Canada en tant que travailleur temporaire depuis deux ans. Malheureusement, alors qu'il était en pleine procédure d'immigration, on lui a diagnostiqué un cancer du poumon métastatique en phase terminale.</span>

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<div>Après des examens médicaux, les médecins et les professionnels de santé nous ont informés qu'ils ne pouvaient pas établir de pronostic vital précis, car le cancer se propage très rapidement. Nous avons tenté la radiothérapie et la chimiothérapie, mais le cancer n'a pas répondu aux traitements et a développé une résistance à ceux-ci. Nous essayons actuellement notre ultime recours, notre dernier espoir médicamenteux : le Rozlytrek (Entrectinib).


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<div>Hey, my name is Ilias Hadjeb, I am 19 years old, and I am doing this fundraising campaign to help my uncle, who has terminal-stage cancer to help pay for his monthly medication. His name is Mehand Abersi, and he is 39. He is a temporary worker in Canada and has been for the past 2 years. Unfortunately, as he was in the process of immigrating, he was diagnosed with terminal-stage 4 <span>metastatic lung cancer.</span>
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Help Kimber Recover After Brain Cancer Surgery

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Aidons Jeanne dans son combat contre le cancer du sein!

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Support Sam King and His Family Through His ALS Diagnosis

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Supporting the Sue Family Through Rachel's Cancer Journey

<p>Our Story: Putting the Pieces Together ️ 
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<p>Sometimes life changes in the blink of an eye, leaving you trying to figure out how to put all the pieces back together. Recently, I was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and our world has been turned upside down in ways we never could have imagined. I went to the ER for what we thought was a sprained ankle, and before we knew it, everything changed. Things happened so quickly, and we’re still trying to process it all while learning to navigate this new and uncertain chapter of our lives. 
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<p>In May 2025, we experienced the heartbreaking loss of our sweet son, Theodore. Losing him changed our lives forever, and he will always hold a special place in our hearts. After experiencing such a profound loss, we were slowly beginning to look forward to the future again. Sebastian and I recently got engaged, and we had started talking about growing our family again and dreaming about the life we wanted to build together. We never imagined that, so soon, we’d be facing another life-changing challenge. 
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<p>The emotional and mental toll of this diagnosis has been overwhelming for both of us. Physically, I’m facing the challenges of AML and the treatment ahead, while Sebastian is trying to balance continuing to work with being there for me through all of this. We’re doing our best to take things one day at a time, slowly putting the pieces of our lives back together and holding on to hope through all the uncertainty. 
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<p>Unfortunately, along with the emotional and physical challenges, there’s also a significant financial burden. We live approximately three hours from Winnipeg, where I need to be for treatment, and we’re unsure how long I’ll need to be there. Depending on how my treatment progresses, we may need to make frequent trips back and forth or arrange accommodation closer to the hospital. 
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<p>The costs of this journey go beyond treatment itself. Donations will help cover gas, meals, parking, potential accommodation, and other day-to-day expenses while I’m receiving care away from home. We’ll also need to purchase additional items for our home to help us prepare for my return between treatments and make things as comfortable as possible while I recover. On top of these added expenses, our regular household bills and living costs continue to add up, along with the possibility of lost income while I’m unable to work. 
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<p>With so much uncertainty surrounding my treatment and how long this journey will last, these expenses are difficult to plan for. We’re trying to prepare for the unexpected while navigating everything that comes with this diagnosis. Every donation will help ease some of that financial pressure and allow us to focus on what matters most: my treatment, my health, and getting through this together. It will also help make it possible for Sebastian to spend as much time by my side as he can during this incredibly difficult time. 
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<p>As difficult as it is to ask for help, we’ve created this GoFundMe because we know we can’t predict what the months ahead will look like, and we’re doing our best to navigate this journey one day at a time. Any support we receive will mean more to us than we can express, helping us manage the financial challenges ahead while allowing us to focus on my treatment and recovery. 
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<p>We also encourage anyone who is eligible to consider donating blood. Blood transfusions are an important part of treatment for many people with AML, and your donation could make a lifesaving difference for someone like me. 
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<p>If you’re able to donate, we would be incredibly grateful. If you’re unable to donate, sharing our story means just as much. Every donation, share, kind message, and bit of support reminds us that we aren’t alone in this. 
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<p>We never imagined this would be our journey, but we’re doing our best to face it together, one day and one piece at a time. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for standing beside us and supporting us through one of the hardest chapters of our lives. Your kindness, generosity, and love mean more to us than words can ever express. ️ 
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Emily's Fight Against Acute Myeloid Leukemia

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Ron's Double Lung Transplant

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Help Husena Beat The Battle

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GoFundSabrina and her life-saving cancer treatment

<div>For those who do not know me, I am Teanna, Trevor’s niece.
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<div>On behalf of Trevor’s family, we are reaching out to our family, friends, and community for any support they can offer during his medical emergency and the recovery stages ahead.To help off set some of the added financial burdens and to make sure his family can be with him at this time, without having to worry about the world around them. 
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<div>On October 13th, Uncle Trevor’s life took an unexpected turn. He became quite unwell and was not acting like his usual self. Aunty Christy found Uncle Trevor incoherent in their home in Fairview after he had been sick with what they thought was the flu or a bad case of food poisoning since Sunday afternoon. She then took him to the Peace River Hospital, where he remained confused and unsure of his surroundings and what was happening around him.
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<div>While at the Peace River Hospital, the medical team administered multiple CT scans, bloodwork, and a spinal tap to help determine what was wrong. After receiving some of the test results, they discovered that he had some kind of infection attacking his heart and parts of his brain. His blood pressure and heart rate were unstable, and there was a significant amount of blood in his urine. At this time, they still did not have the results of the spinal tap.
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<div>As of October 20th, Uncle Trevor is nowhere near out of the woods yet and will require a lengthy recovery process.
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<div>For those who know our family or know my Uncle Trevor personally, you know that we do not usually ask for much. However, given the difficult circumstances and challenges that my uncle and our family are facing, we are reaching out for help!
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<div>All donations will go directly to Uncle Trevor and his family to help cover travel expenses, hotel stays, meals, and time off work. Even though the world seems to stop around us, the expenses unfortunately do not.
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<div>Thoughts, prayers, and monetary donations are all deeply appreciated. We are truly and deeply grateful for any support you can offer during this incredibly difficult time. Every little bit helps!
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<div>Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, generosity, and support. ♥️
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Support Trevor Skoyen and his medical journey.

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<div>Hi, my name is Maria, and I’m fundraising for my mom, Monica.
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<div>In April 2026, Monica was diagnosed with breast cancer, and after surgery and months of appointments, we learned that the cancer had metastasized to her bones, making it stage 4.
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<div>Since her diagnosis, Monica hasn’t been able to work, and she’s also had to put her beloved art aside. Without an income and no extended health benefits, money has become a daily worry on top of everything else she's navigating. She is also pursuing some treatments in Mexico, as she wants to explore other options to further support her treatment here in Canada; this has come at a real financial cost.
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<div>Asking for help has never been easy for my mom. But right now, we want her to focus on her health rather than on financial worries.
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<div>More than anything, this is about giving my mom room to breathe and helping her feel supported through this uncertain chapter.
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<div>There is no pressure to donate. If you can’t contribute financially, sharing this page or keeping Monica in your thoughts means more than we can say.
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<div>Hola, me llamo Maria y estoy recaudando fondos para mi mamá, Mónica.
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<div>En abril de 2026, a Mónica le diagnosticaron cáncer de mama. Después de la cirugía y de meses de citas médicas, supimos que el cáncer había viajado a los huesos, lo cual lo convierte en etapa 4.
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<div>Desde su diagnóstico, mi mamá no ha podido trabajar y ha tenido que dejar a un lado su arte. Sin ingresos y sin beneficios de salud complementarios, el dinero se ha vuelto una preocupación diaria, además de lo que esta enfermedad implica. Ella también está buscando algunos tratamientos en México, que representan un costo real, porque quiere explorar otras opciones para complementar su tratamiento aquí en Canadá.
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<div>A mi mamá nunca le ha resultado fácil pedir ayuda. Pero en este momento queremos que pueda concentrarse en su salud y no en las preocupaciones económicas.
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<div>Si tenemos la fortuna de recaudar más de lo que ella necesita por ahora y si se siente lo suficientemente bien como para viajar, nos encantaría ayudarla a cumplir un sueño de toda la vida: visitar Italia. Mi mamá ve el mundo con ojos de artista, y conocer Italia ha sido su sueño desde que era niña.
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<div>Más que nada, se trata de darle a mi mamá espacio para respirar y ayudarla a sentirse acompañada en esta etapa tan incierta.
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<div>No hay presión para donar. Si no puedes contribuir económicamente, compartir esta página o tener a Mónica en tus pensamientos significa más de lo que podemos expresar.
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<div>Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de leer esto. Estamos muy agradecidos.
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