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Share Your StoRyIn the ICU with Dr. Hussein Kanji
Dr. Hussein Kanji is the Medical Director of the High Acuity Unit at VGH, the…
After VGH saved his life, Garry Walker is giving back
One day, Garry Walker noticed he was so weak he couldn’t climb the stairs from…
Father saved battling cystic fibrosis
Father thankful for specialized care after a lifelong battle with cystic fibrosis
COVID-19 Response Fund established to support health care workers during global health pandemic
Donations surpassing $400,000 from Metro Vancouver’s Chinese-Canadian community are being used to jumpstart VGH…
Mary’s Story
Mary Salas was saved from the brink of death after her immune system began attacking her brain
Together, we raised an incredible $113,391 on Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday, we raised a record breaking $113,391 for health care, thanks to YOU!
$500,000 Gift from Local Family Supports COVID-19 Response at Vancouver Hospitals
The Conconi Family Foundation has committed $500,000 to support COVID-19 response funds launched by St.…
COVID-19: We are all in this together
The collective response to the COVID-19 emergency has been extraordinary, and our health care heroes…
Remembering James (Jim) Eccott, Enthusiastic Philanthropist
It is with great sadness that we announce our dear friend, supporter, Patrons’ Council member…
Dr. Thalia Field nominated for YWCA Women of Distinction Award
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is proud to announce stroke neurologist and clinician-researcher Dr. Thalia…
Remembering Robert (Bob) H. Lee, CM, OBC, A Visionary Community Leader
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of an extraordinary community leader,…
Ryan’s Story
Ryan’s heart stopped for 35 minutes but new technology gave him his life back
Honouring health care philanthropist Stephen Sander
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that our friend and…
Lorraine’s Story
“I remember the car rolling, and then it was quiet. I was upside-down, and I…
Local philanthropists raise $3 million to transform surgical care
Vancouver, BC – Local philanthropists from the Chinese-Canadian community in Vancouver joined together on Saturday,…
