2023 CIBC Survivor Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Childhood Cancer Canada CIBC Survivor Scholarship Program.

Each year, 1500 children are diagnosed with cancer. Thanks to research and advancement in treatment, approximately 85% of children with the most common types of cancer will survive and live healthy lives. These survivors want the same as everyone else: to build a future and live to see it.

The CIBC Foundation proudly supports the Childhood Cancer Canada CIBC Survivor Scholarship Program, providing 100 young Canadians impacted by cancer with $1,500 to support their post-secondary education. Meet some of the recipients below.

Fallyn from London, Ontario

Program: General Arts and Science
Diagnosed with neuroblastoma at 3-months old

“Thank you for all of the burdens you’ve lifted off kids and parents
shoulders. Thank you for the lives you have changed and the opportunities
you have gifted. Thank you for putting food on the table and a book in our hands. Thank you CIBC.”

Stephanie from Vancouver, British Columbia

Program: Bachelor of Arts at the University of British Columbia
Diagnosed with Anaplastic Ependymoma at age 3

“With your generous contribution, I will be able to focus more on my studies and achieving my dream to become a teacher. This would not have been possible without your help and I am forever grateful for all your continuous support.”

Harkeerat from Brampton, Ontario

Program: Social Science, University of Toronto
Diagnosed with Granulosa Germ Cell Tumor age 13

“I am an eighteen-year-old, two-time cancer survivor who is determined to pursue my academic goals despite the adversities I have faced. Thank you for choosing me as the recipient of this wonderful scholarship. This is going to be a tremendous help in achieving my academic and career goals. I am grateful for the opportunity to receive this scholarship.”

Ilya from Ottawa, Ontario

Program: Computer Systems Technician — Networking, Algonquin College
Diagnosed with a Brain Tumor at 8 years old

“Thanks to the scholarship I am getting closer to fulfilling my career aspirations. Your belief in my potential and investment in my future has inspired me to work even harder each day to achieve my academic and career goals.”

Justin from Richmond Hill, Ontario

Program: Speech and Language Sciences, York University
Diagnosed with Medulloblastoma at age 4

“As a cancer survivor, my earlier academic years were fraught with tremendous challenges, which not only strengthened my character but also ignited a fiery passion within me to make a difference in the world. I am determined to use this scholarship as a steppingstone to pursue my dreams and aspirations, making a lasting impact on both my life and the lives of others.”

Alison from Winnipeg, Manitoba

Program: Bachelor of Science, University of Winnipeg
Diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at age 3

“Thank you very much for this scholarship as it will help greatly for funding of my education this year. With this scholarship my goal became even more attainable. Thank you for your generosity and support as it impacts not only me but the other winners of this scholarship as well in an extremely positive way.”

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2023 Childhood Cancer Canada CIBC Survivor Scholarship Program

Fallyn from London, Ontario

Stephanie from Vancouver, British Columbia

Harkeerat from Brampton, Ontario

Ilya from Ottawa, Ontario

Justin from Richmond Hill, Ontario

Alison from Winnipeg, Manitoba

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