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We would like to express our deep appreciation for every donor, volunteer and patient who shares a story with us. Your stories are an inspiration to our readers.
Kerry McLeish,
RVHSF Communications Officer |
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H O S P I T A L S T O R I E S | RVHS Cardiac Care team first in Canada to implant new device
The Cardiac Care team at Rouge Valley Health System has implanted the first new, more advanced, smaller defibrillator in Canada, from St. Jude Medical. Patient John Devere says he was glad to be the first person to receive the defibrillator. "I feel excellent. It's exciting to be on the cusp of new technology," says the Whitby resident. MORE |
| D O N O R S T O R I E S |  Racing to bring an MRI to RVAP
On Sunday August 15th, Ajax Downs and the Quarter Racing Owners of Ontario teamed up to host a Free Family Fun Day at the Races. The event was funded entirely with corporate donations by themselves and event sponsors, to support our " Image is Everything" Campaign to bring an MRI to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital.
Over a thousand community members came out to enjoy the day at the races, many of whom were dressed in the bright MRI campaign colours of sky blue and lime green! Activities and food were free to children, who enjoyed an exciting day filled with such crowd-pleasers as face painting, and new experiences like the Try the Track Run.
Try the Track winners received the same ribbons as they quarter horses later that day. Photo by Kerry McLeish |
 20th Annual Golf Classic a Hole-in-One
Thank you to all of the golfers and volunteers who donated with as much passion as they played during the 20th Annual Golf Classic on August 5th. The event raised $30,000 for our Rouge Valley Centenary Buy a Bed campaign, through sponsor and individual donations. Toronto City Councilor and campaign co-Chair Paul Ainslie spoke during the dinner on the importance of restoring comfort and health, one bed at a time. "If you find yourself needing hospital services, it's crucial that the bed helps to provide that care and comfort during your visit." And after such a long and satisfying day, it's no doubt that everyone in attendance knew just how important a bed can be.
Photos from the tournament can be viewed online on our Photo Gallery.
Paul Ainslie (far left) and Jim Ward, RVHSF Chair (far right) are joined by the sponsors to present the big cheque. Photo by Kerry McLeish |
 Stayin' Alive with Culture at the Guild Inn
On August 7 and 8, The Guild Alive with Culture welcomed community members to come and enjoy a weekend of arts and entertainment in the beautiful Guild Inn Gardens in Scarborough. Not to be out-sung by their local community, volunteers came out to promote the hospital, the Foundation and the Rouge Valley Centenary Buy a Bed campaign. Volunteers in attendance included Derek Dodd, Millie Tavener, Lorraine Walker, Yvonne Snider and Festival Chair Councillor Paul Ainslie. Thank you to the community who donated to our coin boxes placed at our booth!
Photos from the weekend can be viewed online on our Photo Gallery.
(L-R) RVHSF Chair Jim Ward, Susan Hanna, RVHSF President Chad Hanna and Buy a Bed campaign Co-Chair Paul Ainslie. Photo by Ros Sagar-Lal |
 New Legacy of Care Society to honour planned giving donors
The Legacy of Care Society has been created to acknowledge the generosity of steadfast donors with a number of exclusive benefits. If YOU have designated a bequest, life insurance or charitable annuity, please contact Carole Chabot, VP Development, at 416-281-7462. We'll send you a special invitation to join us next month at the inauguration of the Legacy of Care Society honouring our Planned Giving donors. |
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 Amazing volunteer support for Free Family Fun Day at the Races A special thank you to all the volunteers who came out and supported the Free Family Fun Day at the Races. All their hard work made the day a success! It was a family day even for the volunteers. The owners of event sponsor L an D Mowing (pictured above), a family-run business, volunteered alongside their children. Monique Vavala from the Quarter Racing Owners of Ontario and her daughter sold tickets at the raffle booth.
The success of an event depends on the support of volunteers. Without your support, these achievements would not be possible! Photo by Jennifer Collins |
| P A T I E N T S T O R I E S |  When an image is everything
In February 2009, Bill Manners' MRI diagnosis confirmed brain cancer. The image of four tumours enabled doctor's to begin treatment to save his life.
"Having an MRI makes a big difference in your life when you have cancer," says Bill. "It's the true gauge of your progress and having an excellent result can be a great emotional boost."
Bill's experience inspired him to create a charity golf tournament, and this year he has generously chosen to donate half the proceeds from September's tourney to our "Image is Everything" MRI Campaign. Living across the street from RVAP and unable to drive, Bill agrees that it's a must for his local community hospital.
"Someone in your family is going to need it. We've got to have it."
To find more details about his tournament, see the listing under Fundraising Events below.
Bill with daughter Amy at last Sunday's Free Family Fun Day at the Races. Photo by Kerry McLeish |
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 Celebrity Bartender Cocktail Hours
A number of well known and local volunteers and politicians have agreed to be "celebrity bartenders" to raise money to bring an MRI to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. By attending one of these great locations and leaving a "tip" for the celebrity bartender, you will be supporting our Image is Everything Campaign. All "tips" are being donated by the host bar and celebrity bartender to the Campaign.
Dates/Locations:- August 25 - Councillors from the City of Pickering, Winston Shagwell's Bar & Grill, Kingston Rd, Pickering
- September 1 - Diana Hills-Milligan (Veridian) and Michael Angemeer (Veridian), Casey's Bar & Grill, Kingston Rd, Ajax
- September 15 - Joe Dickson, MPP & Tom Bachelor (Tom's No Frills), Magwyer's Pub, Bayly St W, Ajax
- September 22 - Richard Lewis, O'Hara's Irish Times, Bayly St, Pickering
- September 29 - Ian McCutcheon (ServiceMaster of Durham) & Terry Johnston (CKDO Radio), The Royal Oak, Taunton Rd E, Whitby
Scarborough Fair Condominiums BBQ
Date: August 21, 2010Time: 12 - 3 PM For: Rouge Valley Centenary Contact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 x1501
West Rouge Community Day
Date: September 18, 2010
Come by our booth for information and give-aways. Time: 9 AM - 4 PM For: RVC Buy a Bed campaignLocation: West Rouge Community Centre, 270 Rouge Hills Drive Contact: Ros Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463
 15th Annual Mayors' Charity Golf Classic
Date: September 14, 2010
For: RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLEContact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 x1501 Legacy of Care Society Inaugural Event
Date: September 22, 2010For: Honouring Planned Giving Donors of Rouge Valley Health System Foundation Location: Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, 225 Confederation Drive, Scarborough, ON Contact: Carole Chabot, 416-281-7462
Bill Manners Charity Golf Tournament
Date: September 24, 2010
For: Partial proceeds to RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Four Season Golf and Country Club, 1900 Eighth Concession, Claremont, ON Contact: Jennifer Collins, 905-683-2320 x1227
 3rd Annual Bryson Pumpkin Giveaway
Date: October 16, 2010
For: RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: Bryson Insurance, 541 Bayly St. E., Ajax Contact: Jennifer Collins, 905-683-2320 x1227
 Boot Drive 2010Date: October 23, 2010Hosts: Pickering Professional Firefighters Association For: RVAP MRI Image is Everything campaign Location: various locations around Pickering Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk, 905-683-2320 x1212
 2nd Annual FASHIONShow
Date: November 7, 2010
Time: 1:00 PM For: RVC Location: Momiji Centre, 3555 Kingston Road, Scarborough Tickets: $60 each or two for $100 Contact: Ros Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463 |
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