Support Ryan & Ozzy Brodziak’s Medical Care

On Tuesday, August 13th, Ryan Brodziak was on one of his regular walks (his favourite part of his day) through his quiet Sherwood Park neighborhood with his 11-month-old son Ozzy strapped to his chest and his puppy Gouda on leash. In a sudden and tragic moment, an out-of-control vehicle sped onto the sidewalk, striking Ryan, Ozzy, and Gouda simultaneously.

Ryan and Ozzy were rushed to the emergency room and quickly transferred to the ICU with severe injuries. Gouda was also taken to the emergency vet for care.

Ryan has suffered a significant spinal cord injury, resulting in multiple fractures to his spine. As of now, he remains paralyzed and is awaiting emergency surgery. Ozzy sustained a skull fracture and a fractured left arm and is currently under close observation in the Stollery.

Ryan’s surgery will involve removing bone from his back to relieve swelling and placing metal rods and screws in an attempt to stabilize his spine. It is uncertain if Ryan will regain mobility. Meanwhile, Ozzy continues to be monitored at the Stollery and is in stable condition.

We are grateful to share that Gouda has been released from the emergency vet and is now in the care of family.

For those who don’t know Ryan, he is a pillar of the Edmonton community. As the former owner and operator of beloved local restaurants like The Local Omnivore, Gravy, and Gorilla, Ryan has touched many lives. He is a loving husband, a new dad, and one of the kindest souls you could ever meet. Ryan co-organizes an annual Bikeathon to raise funds for Edmonton’s unhoused community and is always the first to lend a hand or donate to someone in need.

Now, Ryan, his wife Bailey, their baby Ozzy, and Gouda need our help. Regardless of the long term prognosis, the road to recovery will be long and challenging for the Brodziak family.

This GoFundMe has been created to allow our community to come together and support the Brodziaks while Ryan is unable to work and Bailey remains on maternity leave.

If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this link or keeping the family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your support.