For over two years, Starlight mom, Alexandra, stood by her daughter Adriana’s side as she bravely fought cancer. Diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), their world quickly turned into a cycle of hospital visits, treatments, and uncertainty.
No child should have to miss out on simple joys like playdates and birthday parties because of time spent in hospital rooms. But for Adriana—and for Alexandra—that became their reality. And in their toughest moments, Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada became their lifeline.
“Starlight creates moments of pure joy—times when, even just for a little while, we can step away from the hospital walls, the fear, and the exhaustion, and simply be together,” shared Alexandra. “Those moments are priceless. They remind us that childhood is still meant to be magical, even in the midst of illness.”
Alexandra and Adriana’s story is one of many. Across Canada, thousands of other families are navigating their own journeys—like Aneesa and her daughter, Leena.
Aneesa and Leena are another Starlight family who understand just how powerful hope can be. At just 3 years old, Leena has endured more than most people will in a lifetime: 6 rounds of chemotherapy, 1 resection surgery, 2 stem cell transplants, 12 rounds of radiation, and 8 rounds of immunotherapy. Living with stage 4 neuroblastoma, the journey has been long and isolating—but with the support of Starlight Canada and Tocara, their journey is made a little brighter.
“The best gift I could receive is seeing my daughter laugh and smile and just get to be a ‘normal’ kid,” said Leena’s mom, Aneesa. “Starlight has given us an opportunity to watch our daughter experience life outside the hospital and just enjoy being a child.”
This spring, Tocara, known for creating jewelry that helps people shine their brightest, is using that same philosophy to uplift families like Aneesa and Leena’s. With their exclusive Starlight Collection—complete with a stunning necklace, earrings, ring, and bracelet featuring their radiant Star DiAmi jewel—Tocara is celebrating the beauty of hope and strength that shine within Starlight families everywhere.
“Tocara’s Starlight Collection is a symbol of hope, resilience, and the joy that Starlight Canada brings to families like ours,” said Alexandra.
Until May 31, 10% of proceeds from every purchase are being donated to Starlight Canada, helping bring comfort and healing to children and families facing serious illness.
You can give a gift that sparkles just as bright as a Starlight child’s smile. Shop the Starlight Collection today at tocara.com/order/starlight, and help bring joy and relief to families who need it most.
A heartfelt thank you to Tocara’s incredible team and customers for helping light the way for Starlight families across the country. Together, we’re turning challenges into cherished memories—and that’s a gift worth giving.