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Sara's Story
December 15, 2016
“My angel is Dr. John Fleetham and the team at the Sleep Disorders Clinic for giving me my life back.”
Tom Lee Music Angels Concert
December 5, 2016
Celebrate VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation’s Angel Campaign with the Tom Lee Music Angels Concert taking place…
Angus the Hero Dog Snuffs out Superbug with a Sniff
December 4, 2016
Angus is Canada’s first certified superbug sniffing dog and is trained to track C. difficile at VCH.
Barbara Grantham named a WXN 2016 Canada's Most Powerful Women
December 1, 2016
Barbara Grantham of VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation named a WXN 2016 Canada’s Most Powerful…
Giving Tuesday
November 26, 2016
On Giving Tuesday Nov 29, donate in honour of your angel and your gift will be matched.
Darla's Story
November 21, 2016
Darla’s life began anew at age 24 after a successful liver transplant surgery that saved her life.
First Hybrid Operating Room Opens at VGH
November 21, 2016
A new hybrid operating room that combines advanced imaging and surgical equipment in one room.
Preview of VGH’s First Hybrid Operating Room
November 8, 2016
Staff at VCH and donors were invited to preview the completion of Vancouver Coastal Health’s first…
Sleep Shop raises Funds for UBC Hospital’s Sleep Disorders Program
November 8, 2016
Sleep disorders are a major health concern affecting 40% of adult Canadians. Left untreated,…
Lakh's Story
November 4, 2016
Lakh’s son was saved by the doctors, nurses and specialists at VGH and GF Strong Rehab Centre.
Ruth & Brian's Story
November 4, 2016
“Ruth wouldn’t be here today without her incredible support team at VGH and the dedication they have to saving lives.”
New Centre to Empower Women with Vulvar Disease
November 1, 2016
“Our vision is to improve awareness and access to care for those affected by vulvar disease.”
New Partnership Benefits Transplant Research in BC
November 1, 2016
Transplant Research Foundation’s goal is to find a cure for organ failure, and ultimately eliminate the need for organ transplantation.
Treating Disease from the Inside Out
November 1, 2016
Imagine killing cancer through a small needle without surgery or restoring blood flow to critical organs or limbs.
Mental Health Speaker Series Shatters Stigma Around Mental Illness
October 31, 2016
Hearing another’s story is a powerful way to show life with mental illness can be full of joy and success.
Renovated Gathering Space Designed to Empower Youth at GF Strong
October 31, 2016
The revitalized youth space at GF Strong provides a social and learning environment.
Mobile Device Delivers Liver Disease Screening in Communities
October 31, 2016
Mobile Device Delivers Liver Disease Screening in Communities
Supporting Growth and Recovery Through Art
October 31, 2016
A unique space in Vancouver has become an artistic haven for youth and adults with mental illnesses.