On February 28, 2024, we lost an important pillar of our community: Stephanie Carlson. From the moment Stephanie became involved with BC Children’s Hospital Foundation over three decades ago, she left an indelible mark on everything she touched.

“We are determined to optimize the care we provide, ensuring that everyone who requires it receives the support they need.” — Dr. Sharon Smile

Whether it’s the sharp sting of a needle, acute discomfort that follows surgery or the persistent aches of chronic migraines, pain is a common experience for many children who visit the hospital.

When a child is diagnosed with cancer, they embark on a journey with their family filled with fear and uncertainty. It’s in these darkest moments that the dedication of their health care team shines brightest, bringing hope when it’s needed most.

Hospitals can be intimidating for a sick child. That’s where Child and Youth Therapeutic Services come in, supporting patients through programs like child life , music therapy, pet therapy and therapeutic clowning

Last fall, something remarkable took place at BC Children’s: for the first time in Canada a tiny, modified pacemaker was placed inside a newborn’s heart.

Inside the quest to unravel the mysterious world of the immune system

Learn how the innovative Pediatric IV Outpatient Therapy (PIVOT) program is bringing life-saving care to the comfort of home for patients like Navy.

Since the Digital Lab at BC Children’s Hospital launched seven years ago, it’s been bringing patient-centered care to entirely new heights.

As part of an ongoing commitment to reconciliation, a mural was commissioned to welcome visitors to campus—and to signify BC Children’s unwavering commitment to Indigenous children and families.