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Saskatoon father matched with daughter for kidney transplant
kidney walk.But because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s event was done in a virtual format. That didn’t stop those who have been participating yearly or take away from how important it is to those dealing with kidney issues or trying to be donors.Bridge City participants gather at Lakeview Park for the walk.Suzanna D’Aprile, Saskatchewan branch coordinator for the Kidney Foundation of Canada, says kidney walk is a time to come together to celebrate, honour and advocate for our kidney and transplant community.“When I hear of people stepping up to be a living donor, I think it’s an amazing gift,” said D’Aprile, who is a kidney transplant recipient.“It’s the gift of life.