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Greetings!
As we enjoy a beautiful start to June, we here at the Foundation are very excited about the upcoming celebrations planned this month for the 25th Anniversary of the grand-opening of the Margaret Birch Wing of Rouge Valley Centenary hospital. We are especially appreciative of the opportunity to welcome The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, who will be on hand for a special celebration on June 23.
This occasion will also be a celebration of Mrs. Birch's 90th Birthday, with a strawberry social planned. We hope you will join us in the Margaret Birch Wing lobby for these two special events, from 2:45 sharp, to 5 p.m. on June 23. RSVP to 416-281-7342 or foundation@rougevalley.ca by June 15 if you would like to attend.
As you may already be aware, after reading our last Community Giving email, these milestone occasions are also an opportunity to promote the Buy a Bed campaign at RVC. So, as part of this exciting week, we are lucky to have our friends at Breakfast Television returning for a special Bed, Breakfast and Beyond 'Bed-a-Thon' on the morning of Monday, June 20.
Read more about that event in the Fundraising Events section of this edition of Community Giving.
Best regards, Carole Chabot, CFRE Vice President, Development Rouge Valley Health System Foundation
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| Alternatives available for making donations during postal disruptions
Due to the uncertainty of the mail system in the days ahead, as postal workers take work action and a possible strike looms, the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation would like to offer alternatives to any donors concerned about mail delays. Please note that you can use our secure online donation website or call the Foundation office at 905-683-2320, ext. 1501, or 416-281-7342 to talk to one of our staff and make your donation by phone. Donations made online will receive an immediate electronic tax receipt. Please note that receipts for other donations may be delayed as postal disruptions continue. We would like to express our appreciation to all of our generous donors who make it possible to purchase leading-edge medical equipment for both hospital sites of the Rouge Valley Health System. |
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Improved, expanded patient services highlight Rouge Valley's 2011 AGM
Rouge Valley Health System's 13th Annual General Meeting of Members celebrates a year of innovation and increased patient services for the community. The meeting, which is open to the public, takes place at the Scarboro Golf & Country Club, 321 Scarborough Golf Club Road, on Tuesday, June 28, at 7 p.m. Read more at www.rougevalley.ca. |
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New laser helps children with serious skin condition
Eight-year old Duncan Rutherford loves getting his "spots." Every two months, the Grade 2 Toronto student undergoes a 20-minute laser treatment at Rouge Valley Centenary hospital campus. A new laser in Rouge Valley Health System's (RVHS) paediatric laser program is helping to improve the quality of care for patients like Duncan, who are treated for hemangioma or port wine stains. Read more at www.rougevalley.ca.
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 Legion proud to support Image is Everything campaign
The Ajax Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion became the latest branch to support the Image is Everything campaign by presenting a $10,000 gift last week. The gift was presented during the Legion's June 1 meeting. The President of the Branch, Bruce Sharpe, along with members of the executive, spoke of the importance of having an MRI for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering, during the meeting. For more, visit our blog, Foundation Chat. |
Legion is all heart!
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 614 paid a special visit to Rouge Valley Centenary hospital on June 3 to bring support to the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation Heart of it All campaign. Branch 614 in Scarborough dedicated $4,000 from its Poppy Fund to the campaign, to purchase new echocardiogram machines for the Cardiac Diagnostic Units at both RVHS sites. For more, visit our blog, Foundation Chat. |
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Image is Everything campaign well received at Durham Region Council
Volunteers were in the audience giving moral support to Image is Everything campaign members as they presented at Durham Regional Council on May 25. Making a request for $1.5 million in the 2012 budget, to support both the Image is Everything campaign and cardiac diagnostics at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, Drs Romas Stas, Mark Prieditis and Joe Ricci received support from council members. For more, visit our blog, Foundation Chat.
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A pillow fight to the finish
Thank you to all of the participants, sponsors and supporters for joining Rouge Valley Centenary's Corporate Bed Race on May 27 at Scarborough Town Centre. Funds raised reached more than $36,000 thanks to the enthusiasm and generosity of everyone involved. See all the pictures of the winning teams, sponsors and volunteers contributing at www.flickr.com/photos/rvhsf/sets/. To see even more of the fun, watch a video of the event on the Foundation's YouTube channel. Also, read more at our blog, Foundation Chat.
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Exciting Bed Races return to Highland Creek on June 18
The Buy a Bed campaign committee has its eyes set on Saturday, June 18, and the return of the Highland Creek Heritage Festival Bed Races.
There is still room for a few more teams and sponsors to support this fun event. This time out the races have several sponsors lined up already. We extend our appreciation to Teamsters Joint Council No. 52, Karl Marshall of State Farm Insurance, East-Court Ford Lincoln, Toronto Community News, Centenial College and Mittman Carriers for their ongoing support as sponsors.
For more information or to register a team for June 18, contact Ros Sagar-Lal, at 416-281-7463 or via email at rsagar-lal@rougevalley.ca.
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26th Annual Highland Creek Heritage FestivalDate: June 18, 2011 For: RVC Buy a Bed campaign Featuring: Our amazing Bed Race! Locations: Old Kingston Road and Morrish Road Contact: Ros Sagar-Lal, 416-281-7463, rsagar-lal@rougevalley.ca Run the Lake Date: June 18, 2011, 9 a.m. start For: Image is Everything campaign Location: Starts at Rotary Park with 1K, 5K, 10K runs and a 5 K walk. Register online: www.events.runningroom.com/Bed, Breakfast and Beyond! The Great Margaret Birch Wing 'Bed-a-thon' Featuring: Breakfast Television! Date: June 19, 20, 2011 For: RVC Buy a Bed campaign Location: Rouge Valley Centenary Contact: Carole Chabot, 416-281-7462 Margaret Birch Anniversary/Birthday Open HouseDate: June 23, 2011, 2:45 to 5 p.m. For: RVC Buy a Bed campaign Location: Rouge Valley Centenary Contact: Carole Chabot, 416-281-7462  Dr. Craig Jones Memorial Golf TournamentDate: Monday June 27, 2011 For: Image is Everything campaign Location: Scarboro Golf and Country Club Contact: Heather Montague, 905-683-2320 x1501 Silent Auction MRI Fundraiser Montana's Cookhouse Date: July 7, 2011 Time: 5 to 9 p.m. Location: 268 Kingston Road East, Ajax Presented by: Precious Memories Wedding & Event Coordination Contact: Maureen Dowhaniuk905-683-2320 ext. 1212
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