Awareness on the Rise – One story at a time.
The individuals listed below are polio survivors. We are deeply grateful to those who have generously shared their personal stories and journeys of living with polio and post‑polio syndrome. Their willingness to share helps raise awareness and provides meaningful insight into the lived experiences of polio survivors.
These stories are shared to offer an opportunity for connection with others who may have similar experiences. Thank you for taking the time to read and reflect on the stories of polio survivors.
Personal Stories
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Patti Idenouye, Hamilton, Ontario
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Pauline Montigny, North Bay, Ontario
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William (Bill) Montgomery, Thunder Bay, Ontario
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Samuel B. Taetz, Surrey, British Columbia
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Sandy Rutherford
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Jan Nichols
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Richard "Ty" Tyler
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Mario Fagnan, Sorel-Tercere, Quebec
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Sally Larter, Prince Edward Island
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Doris Benson, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Helen Ann MacPherson, Calgary, Alberta
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Ronald G. Chisholm, Noonan ,New Brunswick
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Shelby Jennison
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Joy Anne Jury, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Louise Magid, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Marie Lavallee, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Annelise Borloz
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Joanie Hill
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Robert A. Hunt, Ste. Anne, Manitoba
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Harvey Buckmaster, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Jacquelyn Barker, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Jacqueline McKenzie, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Doug Mackie, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Agnes Clutchey
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Muriel Bond, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Francis Casper, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Shirley Potton Penner, Petersfield, Manitoba
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Marie Therese Sarrasin, Winnipeg, Manitoba
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Judy Zwanko, Kirkland Lake, Ontario
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David Wilson
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Marjorie Audas
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Barbara Bondar
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Bud Ireland
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Catherine Campbell
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Dorothy Cormier
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Globe and Mail Polio Stories
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