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Those whose lives are touched by Sunnybrook are vitally important to us: our donors, volunteers, patients and members of the Sunnybrook team.   Their stories tell more about the life-changing impact of Sunnybrook than we ever can.  We want to share those stories with you, and invite you to share your story.

Patient Stories
 

Enjoying Retirement

Leonard Thomas
Last November, Leonard Thomas woke up with a strange feeling of numbness in his right leg. The numbness quickly turned into excruciating pain leaving Leonard unable to walk. He and his wife knew this could be serious – Leonard’s family has a history of heart disease, and he had recently been discharged from Sunnybrook after having undergone cardiovascular surgery.

 

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Donor Stories
 

New Idea for Wedding Favours

Laura Cassiani and Jason Salisny
In July 2006, newlyweds Laura Cassiani and Jason Salisny incorporated many of the traditional elements to their outdoor summer wedding. However, they took a non-traditional approach when deciding on the ideal “wedding favours” for their guests.

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Sunnybrook Stories

Giving In Numbers
No matter where you are at Sunnybrook, you can always recognize a member of the Sunnybrook Volunteer Association (SVA) by their cobalt blue jacket or vest. Every year, more than 700 volunteers, ranging from high school students to retirees, spend more than 117,000 volunteer hours providing 60 services to our patients, residents and visitors.

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Volunteer Stories

Exceptional People Make Sunnybrook An Extraordinary Place

Dr. Sherry Cooper
If you speak to Dr. Sherry Cooper about her experience with Sunnybrook, you will hear nothing but praise for the exceptional people who make Sunnybrook an extraordinary place.

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