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Share Your StoRyHealthy Heart Program saves lives
In February, close to 200 people attended the annual “Have a Healthy Heart” fundraiser hosted by the VGH Centre for Cardiovascular Health.
Promising new research at VGH
Dr. Thalia Field is on a mission to spare families from the pain that comes from strokes and dementia.
Help fund a CT scanner VGH's Emergency Department
Every year, tens of thousands of patients at VGH and UBC Hospital undergo a computerized tomography (CT) scan – trauma patients who have been in devastating accidents, cancer patients who are undergoing surgery, patients who are suffering from broken bones, and so many others. In fact, our hospitals conduct more than 50,000 CT scans per year – an average of 140 per day.
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation raises more than $1.3 million at inaugural De Beers Time to Shine Gala
The Gala represents the Foundation’s first Asia Pacific event, and drew together nearly 400 community leaders at the Fairmont Pacific Rim Hotel, Vancouver.
Hundreds of angels honoured!
2014 Angel Campaign raises over $425,000 to support hospitals’ most urgent needs.
CT Scanner
Every year, tens of thousands of patients at VGH and UBC Hospital undergo a computerized…
Serving hope in every cup
Located in the Willow Pavilion at VGH, the Willow Bean Café is a social enterprise that operates a business not to turn a profit, but to transform lives.
De Beers Jewellery Time to Shine Gala
The Time to Shine Gala will draw together 400 guests, many of whom have roots in Asia Pacific countries, and will feature a live auction, special entertainment, and an extraordinary culinary experience.
$1 million donation from Bell Let’s Talk caps fundraising for new mental health centre at VGH
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation and Bell today announced a gift of $1 million from Bell Let’s Talk to support the new Joseph & Rosalie Segal Family Health Centre.
Inaugural gala to raise $1 million for CT scanner at VGH
Vancouver, BC, January 15, 2015 – Guests gathered today to get a taste of what they can expect on February 21, 2015, during the inaugural De Beers Time to Shine Gala, benefitting VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation.
Health and Mobility
The Centre for Hip Health and Mobility delivers research solutions to prevent, detect, and treat bone and joint problems.
2014 Holiday angel giving campaign – a success!
Thank you to all of our donors who supported our Angel campaign. Thousands of donations…
Volunteer Harri Jansson Gives More Than Directions at Info Desk
Harri Jansson has been an important member of the VGH community for more than a…
