Meet Ashton!
The three-year-old Ashton’s cancer diagnosis left his family in shock. His leukemia diagnosis came with a demanding 3 year treatment plan, requiring his mother to be by his side throughout. Facing the challenge of living on a single income, the family turned
to food banks and sought assistance to secure essential items for their household. Fortunately, TRF stepped in to cover their rent payments, helping the family regain stability. TRF is committed to ensuring that Ashton’s family can focus on supporting him without the added stress of monthly bills.
Meet Hassan!
The Vahanvaty family moved to Canada in 2019 to build a better life. They achieved stability in their careers and became Canadian citizens, eventually buying a home. However, in the summer of 2025, their son, Hassan, was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor, impacting the entire family. His mother left work to support him, while his father managed remote work and hospital visits. TRF provided support by helping cover mortgage payments so that the family could remain by Hassan’s side. They remain hopeful for Hassan's recovery.
Meet Nova!
Nova was diagnosed with Medulloblastoma in October 2022, just before her 5th birthday. After brain surgery and chemotherapy, she
focused on relearning her motor skills. In September 2025, her family learned of a relapse, prompting renewed treatment. Through her original diagnosis and now her relapse, TRF has remained by Nova’s side. Despite her challenges, Nova maintains a positive attitude, supported by her loving family and friends, especially her sisters, and is determined to chase after them again soon.
Meet Trytin!
At age 11, Trytin experienced leg pain while playing soccer and had a tumor removed, which was later identified as Ewing Sarcoma. He underwent 9 months of chemotherapy
and 2 surgeries, with another one needed to address growth in his right leg, followed by 1.5-2 years of physiotherapy. TRF is assisting Trytin and his single dad with monthly bills and travel costs in their fight against cancer, as Trytin's courage inspires those around him.
Meet Ben!
Four-year-old Ben's leukemia diagnosis shocked his family, TRF provided a Signature Grant to cover monthly bills while his parents supported him. They faced a 200km journey to Sick Kids Hospital in Toronto for appointments, often hindered by winter conditions. To ensure timely and safe travel for Ben's early morning visits, TRF also offered a Travel Grant, allowing them to attend appointments together. Ben continues to fight with his family and TRF by his side.
Meet Abby!
After a diagnosis of relapsed Neuroblastoma, Abby was in and out of the hospital throughout 2025 and in December her family and medical team decided her little body needed a break from treatment. Her family chose to spend December enjoying one another and making memories. Through the TRF Family Fun Grant they were able to travel to Niagara Falls and stay at Great Wolf Lodge. Abby and her family continue to fight and TRF will remain to be by their sides.
Meet Olive!
Olive relapsed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and underwent aggressive chemotherapy, but still had significant leukemia in her bone marrow, necessitating a bone marrow transplant. Aware of the months of hospital isolation that would follow, her family utilized a TRF Family Fun Grant to travel to Ottawa, allowing Olive to spend quality time with her family and enjoy just being a kid. Since her transplant TRF has continued to be by her side as her body recovers.