Living with cystic fibrosis meant a life in and out of hospitals for Miranda Frigon, a young mother whose radiant smile fills every room. Day-to-day tasks were a huge struggle. Decreasing lung function meant Miranda’s ability to enjoy time with her son was significantly affected. Two years ago, that all changed when Miranda received a...
The first ever Celebrate Transplant Research Event was a resounding success! The evening brought together a wide range of individuals including health care professionals, the public, transplant patients and financial donors. Everyone had their own reason for attending but it was evident that everyone shared an interest in and passion for transplant research. After the...
Fall is usually a time for transition and an opportunity to take stock of the year’s bounty. Here at the TRF, we are reflecting on a busy and productive spring and summer. Not only did we enjoy the sun and beauty of BC, but we were also busy doing what we do best – funding...
There is a section on our family blog titled “Daddy’s Diary.” When my wife Elaine started documenting our journey with transplant after our newborn daughter Addison underwent a heart transplant, I thought I would be interested in writing as well. I think so far in six years I have written one post. I used to...
There is no job more difficult than being a mother. There is also no job as rewarding. And though I am not one to celebrate Hallmark occasions, Mother’s Day has many layers of importance to me. On my first Mother’s Day – May 8, 2011 – my newborn baby girl received a new heart. Just...
VANCOUVER, September 20, 2016 – Dr. Jagbir Gill is often the bearer of bad news for his patients who desperately need a kidney transplant because the wait times can be upwards of eight years, especially for certain ethnic communities. “While South Asian and Chinese Canadians make up nearly 20% of all British Columbians, they account...
Venture Grants Research Program Your donations at work making a difference to transplant patients A second chance at life through organ transplantation is an incredible gift – one that has become an effective treatment for end-stage organ failure. But, transplant is not a cure. At least not yet. This is where the Transplant Research Foundation...
Message From The Chair Welcome to the first edition of our new quarterly Newsletter. Fall always seems to be a great time for new beginnings and it very much feels that way here at TRF! Our exciting new partnership with VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is up and running. Long in the planning, this partnership brings both added...