Ostomy Canada is gearing up for its 12th Step Up for Ostomy Campaign this year! Come join us on October 4, 2025, in cities, towns, parks, trails, and venues across Canada and show your support for those living with an ostomy, their friends and family. On that day we will walk, run, bike, hike, or whatever you like. Let’s all Step Up for Ostomy, to raise awareness, eliminate stigma and raise funds to help enhance Ostomy Canada Programs!

My passion lies with Ostomy Canada youth camp and Ostomy Canada magazine. Please join me in raising funds and awareness so everyone can talk openly about bowel/ bladder diversionary surgeries! I have lived well with my ostomy since the late 80’s, beginning with temporary resections until it had to be made permanent in order to save my life!