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Join us for a coffee and chat with Mike and Lea Stelter from The Ben Stelter Foundation.

Mike and Lea are two phenomenal human beings who have persevered through losing a child to cancer. Like many parents, they never thought this would happen to their family until, one day, it did.

Their son Ben was diagnosed with Glioblastoma (brain cancer) at the age of five; their world became The Stollery Children's Hospital, and Ben underwent treatments, all while continuing to try to live their everyday lives with their other children, Dylan and Emmy.

Their story became known worldwide after the community rallied to create a car parade for Ben's birthday. The word got out, and it quickly snowballed from a few cars to a significant car parade with over a hundred vehicles and news stations.

Through this harrowing journey, Ben was supported by his family and the community, including the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid.

Ben passed away in August of 2022, and as the family struggled with their new world without him, their fight was not over. Mike was diagnosed with sarcoma in 2023 and had to travel to the States to receive proton therapy treatment, something he could not get in Canada.

From something so devastating, Mike and Lea started The Ben Stelter Foundation to continue the legacy of Ben’s big heart and generosity. Their goal is to help children fight Glioblastoma and other cancers. They help provide magical experiences, medical equipment, and advanced research, and they are working to bring Proton Therapy to Canada.

To learn more and to donate to this fantastic cause, visit:
Helping Families Who Have Kids With Cancer - Ben Stelter Foundation