Lest We Forget: Honouring Heroes, Stitch by Stitch on VE Day
Today, on the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, we remember the profound sacrifices made for peace. As we […]
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Spreading Smiles!
Celebrating Gill, a member of “Carol’s Angels”! These delightful Izzy Doll creations were made by the talented Gill Granger from
Join “Carol’s Angels”!
Have you reached the incredible milestone of donating 100 Izzy Dolls? You can join “Carol’s Angels”, the 100+ Izzy Doll
Threads of Remembrance: Izzy Dolls connect Canada & France at Vimy Ridge
On April 24th, Lise Galuga, Executive Director of the Izzy Doll Initiative, and Colonel J.T. Galuga, Canadian Defence Attaché to
Blast from the past!
Throwback to August/September 2017 when the “Our Canada” magazine shared the moving story behind the Izzy Doll Initiative. This article
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Dear Izzy Doll Community, We have fantastic news to share today – our new Izzy Doll Initiative website has officially
Beyond Silent Comfort: The Power of a Smile!
Master Corporal Mark Isfeld’s mother Carol’s original Izzy Dolls were created without eyes, nor mouths. This was meant to symbolize
Izzy Doll Info Sheet Now Available in Ukrainian!
We understand the importance of clear communication, especially when sending love and comfort across borders. That’s why we’re so proud
Juno Beach Centre welcomes the Izzy Doll
Fifteen Izzy Doll shadow boxes, crafted by volunteers as symbols of comfort and solidarity, were recently delivered through the “80 Izzy
Carol’s Angels – Have you reached the 100 Izzy Doll Milestone?
We are honoured to recognize Vicky Zwiers from Portland, Ontario. Vicky has embodied the spirit of Carol Isfeld’s “Angels” by
An Izzy Doll for Canada’s CDS
A special presentation today in Paris! Lise Galuga, Executive Director of the Izzy Doll Initiative, briefed General Carignan, Canada’s Chief
Izzy Doll Initiative Info Sheet
Every Izzy Doll carries a powerful story of hope and comfort. Let’s make sure that Master Corporal Mark Isfeld’s story
To tag or not to tag? That is the question!
We often get asked about tagging Izzy Dolls – is it necessary? What information should be included? The short answer
Izzy Doll Drive at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
During the month of November, the Canada Aviation and Space Museum Izzy Doll drive collected over 650 dolls for donation!
Izzy Doll Initiative Enters a New Chapter
After 20 years of dedicated service, Shirley O’Connell, the beloved “Izzy Doll Mama,” will step down from her day-to-day leadership
Izzy Doll Mama Inducted into the Order of the Pukka Sapper
On 15 August 2024, the Colonel Commandant. Major General D. Benjamin, CMM, CD (Ret’) hosted, Mrs Shirley O’Connell, at a
Izzy Dolls Featured on Haptic & Hue Podcast
In June 2024, we commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings, a moment of reflection on the lasting peace
Izzy Dolls for D-Day Anniversary
Access the CTV News story describing how Eastern Ontario volunteers knit 80 peacekeeper ‘Izzy Dolls’ to support the 80 Izzy Dolls for the 80th anniversary of D-Day Project. CTV’s Katie Griffin reports.
In The Mood For Peace
In The Mood For Peace is a book written by Phillys Wheaton which tells the story of the Izzy Doll and explains how a grieving family coped with the death of their soldier son and inspired friends and strangers.