Ostomy Canada Society
Explore the May 2026 issue of Ostomy Canada Connects! Find inspiring stories, helpful tips and resources, and upcoming events for the Canadian ostomy community.
A mother shares her daughter’s journey living with OEIS syndrome, an imperforate anus, and an ostomy. This heartfelt story explores resilience, caregiving, medical challenges, and the quiet strength families discover while navigating life with complex health conditions.
Holly shares the moving story of her son Easton, who was born with an imperforate anus and lives with an ostomy, and how a classroom presentation helped his peers better understand his body and medical experiences. This heartfelt blog explores disability representation, inclusion, and the importance of open conversations that help children with medical differences feel seen, accepted, and less alone.
An ostomy does not mean giving up the activities you love. Hannah shares practical tips, recovery advice, and her personal journey rebuilding confidence with exercise after ostomy surgery.
Finding balance as a busy mom with an ostomy is possible. In this heartfelt blog post, Nadia of Gutsy Girl Diaries shares practical tips, personal insights, and encouragement for managing motherhood, self-care, and ostomy life with confidence and resilience.
Many people assume that once they find an ostomy routine that works, it will always stay the same. Erika Kana, RN explores why ostomy needs can change over time, the signs your routine may need reassessing, and practical adjustments that can help restore comfort and confidence.
It’s that time of year again! Birthdays, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas – the holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate! For those living with an
Explore the April 2026 issue of Ostomy Canada Connects! Find inspiring stories, helpful tips and resources, and upcoming events for the Canadian ostomy community.
Sean Currie shares his journey with Crohn’s disease, surgery, and life with an ileostomy—alongside his role as a photographer for Ostomy Canada Youth Camp and Calgary Ostomy, and finding freedom beyond illness.
