Riley is 6 and he has leukemia, take a listen to an amazing boy and family.

Riley Griffin is a very bright six-year-old from Halifax. The budding scientist learned a lot about blood cells during his stay at the IWK.

That’s because Riley had leukemia, and his care team was able to teach him about his illness, and his own treatment, through the use of special toys and tools.

As you’re about to hear from Riley’s mom, Wendy, when a child receives a diagnosis such as leukemia, the resulting treatment is about far more than just cancer.




Thanks Riley and Wendy. The number again, 1-800-595-2266 or visit C100fm.com to make an online donation now.

We are looking for new members of the IWK Superstar program – monthly donors who want to ensure the IWK receives funding above and beyond what the government can provide. The IWK – and children like Riley – need your help.

Speaking of above and beyond, we heard Riley’s mom, Wendy, mention that Riley was shown his own bone marrow in the lab, so he could better understand why he was having blood drawn so often.

That, without a doubt, is the type of “above and beyond” patients receive each day at the IWK. It is part of the magic of this place, and it is why so many Maritime families say they actually LOVE it here. Ironic, isn’t it, that people LOVE a hospital?