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Share Your StoRyThanks to all our angels
Thank you. Together, we raised over $680,000! It takes an entire community to transform health…
Time to Shine Gala Aims to Close $60M Campaign to Transform Surgical Facilities
Vancouver, BC, January 9, 2020: VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation aims to close its…
David’s Story
When David’s knees buckled and he was suddenly unable to speak – he was having a stroke
Grizzly bear attack puts hiker in the fight of his life
One morning in July 2019, Colin Dowler was returning to his boat parked at a…
Thalia’s Story
After suffering a serious concussion, Thalia’s mental and physical health started declining.
Dr. Jacqueline Saw, Canada’s leading expert on SCAD
Dr. Jacqueline Saw is a leader through and through. Her incredible body of work in…
Remembering VCH Leader, Ida Goodreau
It is with great sadness that we share that former Vancouver Coast Health (VCH)…
Together, we raised a record-breaking $84,200 on Giving Tuesday
On December 3, we watched our philanthropic community come together once again to celebrate Giving…
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation announces appointment of next President & CEO
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is delighted to announce that internal candidate and the Foundation’s…
Brain aneurysm survivor leaving a legacy for all
In 2012, Kathy Jenkins suffered a terrifying burst brain aneurysm. It was quickly determined she…
Barbara Grantham receives 2019 AFP Lifetime Achievement Award
Barbara Grantham, President & CEO of VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, is the 2019 recipient…
A tradition of giving: BC’s Ismaili Muslim community awarded for leadership in philanthropy
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is proud to announce the Ismaili Muslim Community of BC…
Night of a Thousand Stars gala raises vital funds for Brain Breakthroughs in BC
Vancouver, BC – VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation’s 2019 TELUS Night of a Thousand Stars…
Losing Linda to Alzheimer’s disease
Linda was only 53 when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease
Emily’s Story
Emily was losing herself and VGH was the only place equipped to help.
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation announces appointment of next President & CEO
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation is delighted to announce that internal candidate and the Foundation’s…
