Fueled by Philanthropy

With the support of generous community champions, the Owerko Centre creates a space where cross-disciplinary researchers can work together and foster the next generation of researchers.

“We know that brain-related illness can be devastating for families. We want to ensure that brilliant scientists have the resources they need to increase knowledge about the brain and develop new treatments to help children in our community and around the world.”

Stan Owerko


The Owerko Centre was made possible thanks to a generous $10-million gift from Calgary philanthropists Stan and Marge Owerko to the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation. Their gift allowed for the creation of a research space based at the Child Development Centre, giving researchers and scientists the technology and space to collaborate and work with families and children. 

 

Stan and Marge Owerko

Stan and Marge Owerko

In 2024, Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation continued the legacy created by the Owerko Family with a $9.9-million commitment to support the future growth and impact of the Owerko Centre. 

exterior photo of Alberta Children's Hospital