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Running For Nijel's Light!

By Shenea Austin Join Me

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$25,000

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Tuesday 11th August 08:00 - 09:45
1132 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M3C 3L8, Canada

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Thursday 18th Jun
Every donation, share, and act of support helps keep Nijel's memory alive while making a difference for other children and families facing unimaginable challenges.

💜 Donate
My long-term goal is to raise $25,000 in Nijel's name, which would allow him to be honored with a plaque at SickKids Hospital. More importantly, every dollar helps support the incredible care, programs, and resources that SickKids provides to children and families during some of the hardest moments of their lives.

📲 Share on Social Media
Not everyone is able to donate, and that's okay. Sharing my fundraiser with your friends, family, coworkers, and social media networks helps spread awareness and can make a huge impact.

👥 Join My Fundraising Team
You can become part of Running for Nijel's Light by joining my fundraising team through the SickKids website. Whether you raise $10 or $1,000, every contribution helps us get closer to our goal while honoring Nijel's memory together.

🏃‍♀️ Join Me at the Puma Women's 5K
On August 22, 2026, just two days before Nijel's third birthday, I'll be running the Puma Women's 5K in his honor. Women can participate and compete for awards in their age categories. Men are also welcome to join the event and run alongside us, although they are not eligible for category awards.

Whether you choose to run, walk, cheer from the sidelines, or meet us at the finish line, your support means the world to me.

Together, we can celebrate Nijel's life, support families who need SickKids, and create something beautiful from a story that began with heartbreak.

✨ Thank you for helping keep Nijel's light shining.

In Memory of Nijel

Wednesday 17th Jun
On August 22, 2026, just two days before what would have been my son Nijel's third birthday, I will be running the PUMA Toronto Women's 5K in his honour.

Losing Nijel was the most devastating experience of my life. His loss brought me to some of my darkest moments and changed me in ways I never could have imagined. There were times when grief felt impossible to carry, and I struggled to find my way forward.

At the same time, Nijel's light continues to inspire me every day. His memory has pushed me to become stronger, more resilient, and more intentional about the life I live. He motivates me to be the best version of myself and to find purpose even in the most difficult circumstances.

One of the ways I have found healing is through running. What started as a challenge has become an important part of my mental health journey. Running has given me an outlet for my grief, helped me build confidence, and reminded me that I am capable of doing hard things. Every step I take in this race will be for Nijel.

I am also fundraising for SickKids, an organization that played a significant role in our journey. The care, compassion, and support provided by the SickKids team meant so much to our family during an unimaginable time. Their work extends far beyond medical care - they support children, parents, and families through some of the hardest moments of their lives.

My goal is to honour Nijel's memory while helping SickKids continue providing exceptional care and support to other children and families who are facing challenges of their own. Thank you for supporting this cause and helping me turn my grief into something meaningful.

For Nijel. Always. 💜

Thank you to my Donors

$100

Love Papa Love You Buddy Boy Austin Rest In Peace💙

For Buddy

$75

Nana

My gift to Nijel 💙💙💙💙

$50

Kelly Coucke

$50

Luciano Becevello

beautiful cause, your an inspiration

$36

Anonymous

$25

Ramia

$25

Priscilla M

Keep your head up queen! So much love to you

$25

Summer

So proud of you <3

$25

John Clemens

$15

Anonymous

I love you 💙 I’m so proud of you

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