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Media relations @ Holland Bloorview | Storyteller. Communications. Fundraiser for good. Asker of many questions, lover of words & sandwiches with no crust.

Joined August 2009
Thanks for coming to @HBKidsHospital to cover this amazing full-circle story @TheNoorIbrahim.
‘Full circle:’ Former patient at Holland Bloorview returns as social worker. In a twist of fate, the Toronto woman ended up working on the same unit as one of her former caregivers. Now, she says her turn has come to give back. READ/WATCH: globalnews.ca/news/10245542/…
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What a privilege to celebrate this incredible partnership today and the life-changing impact it's having for some of our province's most vulnerable kids & families. This is the "why" behind @HBKidsHospital's work & a powerful reminder that we're stronger together.
Thank you @RobinMartinPC @PBethlenfalvy @MichaelParsa for Ontario’s support of the Extensive Needs Service administered by @CHEO @mch_childrens and @HBKidsHospital Learn More: bit.ly/3M9LiUV (1/2)
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ICYMI: @HBKidsHospital's brain computer interface clinical program was on the front page of the @TorontoStar. Thrilled to have been a part of bringing this incredible story to life! thestar.com/news/canada/2023…
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Happy Pride! 🌈
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Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is the first to use brain computer interface (BCI) in children with disabilities, opening up possibilities for independence, autonomy and interaction with those around them. trib.al/esqnqZN
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#DearEverybody – Whelp, it’s official. I’m thrilled to share that I’ve accepted a full-time position as Senior Media Relations Specialist @HBKidsHospital.
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As I’ve said many times to my colleagues (*and anyone who will listen): “This is my place and these are my people.” I can’t wait to continue my journey @HBKidsHospital to amplify the incredible stories of compassionate care and ground breaking research.
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Together we're working on building an equitable, inclusive and barrier-free future for kids and youth with disabilities. Let’s GOOOOO….. #disabilityinclusion
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What a gorgeous piece of reporting @AmandaMoMorris. Your article had me crying, laughing...and everything in between. What a testament to the transformative power of #AI to be a force for good for people with #disabilities who have been able to get their voices back.
I’ve been working for months on this story and I’m so proud to see it published today. I could not be more grateful to the people I interviewed with ALS, who let me into their lives and trusted me to tell their stories. washingtonpost.com/wellness/…
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Congrats to all the recipients - and a special shout-out to my incredible @HBKidsHospital colleague @LouiseKinross. 👏 We are so lucky to benefit from your powerful storytelling and advocacy for members of the disability community.
Congratulations to the 2023 @EmpoweredKidsON Tribute Award Recipients & our presenter @lornecoe. Your contributions to the #ChildDev sector are impactful, numerous, and leave a true legacy. Learn about our recipients: empoweredkidsontario.ca/news… #EKOSS23 #Ontario
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This interview should stop you in your tracks. It should stop all of us. The sheer grace, courage and resolve of this bereaved mother will take your breath away. Let her words sink in and, please, demand better from our elected officials to bring about change. @CBCTheNational
Her teenage son was killed by a stranger at a subway station and she’s speaking out in hopes that something will change to end the violence.
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Congrats @AmanSium! @HBKidsHospital is incredibly lucky to benefit from your leadership, vision and kindness.
We are thrilled to announce @AmanSium as Holland Bloorview's Vice-President, Experience, Transformation and Social Accountability. Congratulations Aman! Read more: bit.ly/3U0M89u
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Can vouch: have worked with both of these incredibly-talented comms/media pros during my time @HBKidsHospital. I’m signed up and I hope you will too! @Megan_Ogilvie @Anick_Losier
SPARK: Live webinar- Still time to register! Learn from comms experts @Anick_Losier & @Megan_Ogilvie on the importance of building a trusted relationship with media & facilitating solutions-based stories on child health in times of crisis and beyond. bit.ly/42gqIsB
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I miss the rains down in Africa. 🎶 #Toto #Kenya #bucketlisttrip
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“Ldome” — Elephant in Samburu. 🇰🇪🐘
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Can’t believe it’s been exactly 3 years since ⁦@WHO⁩ declared #COVID19 pandemic. (*and so grateful that I don’t need to wash my bananas 🍌 and Lysol wipe my groceries anymore — or was that just me? 😜)
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This is so awesome! Breaking down silos between orgs and meeting kids with complex needs (and their families) where they’re at. 👏
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Yes, that was ME driving to work this morning full-on ugly crying 😭 after hearing this incredible song on @metromorning letting kids & youth struggling with #mentalillness know they’re aren’t alone. Great work @KidsHelpPhone! 👏
We’re happy to share the video premiere of “What I Wouldn’t Do (North Star Calling)” by Artists for Feel Out Loud, featuring 50 artists from across Canada. Produced by Bob Ezrin and executive produced by Randy Lennox. Join us in the #FeelOutLoud movement. bit.ly/3KQbUe0
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