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Greetings!
The final touches in preparation for this weekend's City of Pickering Mayor's Gala are almost complete, and it promises to be a milestone event for the Image is Everything campaign. The Gala is set to reach its amazing pledge amount of $250,000 toward the $5 million campaign goal that has brought an MRI to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. 
This annual black-tie affair will once again be held at the Pickering Recreation Centre, which will be transformed by this year's theme, "Reflections in Time". With Pickering celebrating its bicentennial in 2011, the gala organizers took this opportunity to incorporate Pickering's proud past into the special event.
The Image is Everything campaign is one of four fortunate local charities to benefit from the Gala and we would like to express our great appreciation to Chair Diana Hills-Milligan and Mayor Dave Ryan and all of the organizing team for their hard work and dedication to a fundraising effort that exceeds all expectations each year.
Best regards,
Chad Hanna, President & CEO Rouge Valley Health System Foundation
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V O L U N T E E R S T O R I E S
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Bevy of Baskets 
enjoys another
successful year
Gail Snyders and her team of volunteers had another successful year of selling raffle tickets for her Bevy of Baskets fundraiser.
The winners were drawn on November 7 at the Pickering Town Centre and they have all been notified of their prize, Gail reports.
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Image is 
Everything
returns to
Santa parades
On November 12, an enthusiastic group of volunteers accompanied the Image is Everything float in both the Ajax and Pickering Santa Claus parades.
The Pickering parade held during the day, enjoyed perfect weather which continued into the evening for the Ajax parade, better known as Santa's Magical Parade of Lights.
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D O N O R S T O R I E S
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Rotary Club of Ajax reach
10,000 donated
toys at RVAP
It can be a stressful time for a child when they need to visit the hospital, so it is important to have a way to comfort them. A community group that truly understands this is the Rotary Club of Ajax. Thanks to a special delivery this November they have reached 10,000 stuffed animals donated to Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital over the years.
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Bowmanville
Legion gives
to Image is
Everything
On October 27, Myrna Picotte of the Image is Everything campaign community committee and Tracy Paterson, Vice-President of Development for RVHSF, visited the Bowmanville Royal Canadian Legion to accept a cheque for $2,000 from Branch #178 President Rick Saunders.
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H O S P I T A L S T O R I E S
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Heathcare
Award for RVHS
Rouge Valley's commitment to creating a healthy workplace for its 2,800 staff, physicians and volunteers has been recognized with a Gold Quality Healthcare Workplace Award, which was presented by the Ontario Hospital Association and the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care - HealthForceOntario. Click here to read the full story at www.rougevalley.ca. |
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Click here to see all upcoming events, including those listed below:
NOVEMBER
SPECIAL OFFER
Boston Pizza in Ajax and Bowmanville,  and two Scarborough locations (Scarborough Town Centre and Morningside) are offering a special deal to support the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation. When you visit one of these locations, just write the words 'RVHS Foundation' on the back of your receipt and Boston Pizza will donate 10 percent of the bill amount to the Foundation. For more information, contact the Foundation at 905-683-2320, ext. 1501 or email foundation@rougevalley.ca.
SPECIAL OFFER
Looking for a great Christmas gift for family, friends, teachers etc.? Spa Sedona in Pickering Village is offering you the chance to save more than 60 per cent on spa services, PLUS support the Image is Everything campaign at the same time! Normally valued at $210, choose from any three retreat packages for just $79 plus HST. $20 of each certificate goes toward Image is Everything campaign. To purchase your certificate, please call 905-686-4955. To see all of the deals, click here.
7th Annual City of Pickering Mayor's Gala (SOLD OUT!)
Date: Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011. Reception at 5:30 pm For: Rouge Valley Ajax a nd Pickering hospital, The Children's Wish Foundation of Canada, Footprints, and Epilepsy Durham Region.
What: An evening of dining, music and dancing
Where: Pickering Recreation Complex, 1867 Valley Farm Rd. (one block east of the Pickering Town Centre) Dress: Black Tie Contact: Visit www.mayorsgala.com to learn more.
DECEMBER
SPECIAL OFFER
Crabtree & Evelyn one-day special event
Date: Saturday, Dec. 3, 2011.  Location: Crabtree & Evelyn in the Scarborough Town Centre Coupons: Download your coupon here: 15% of the proceeds from your purchase, with coupon, will be donated to the Heart of it All campaign
Centennial College hosts 'A Night of Pajama Fun'
A night of music, dancing, a midnight snack buffet and various themed fundraising activities such as a silent auction and "Who are you sleeping with?" picture station.
Date: Friday, Dec 2, 2011
Location: Centennial College Residence and Conference Centre
Tickets: $20
Deer Creek fundraising pledge 'Wrap it Up' Event
Date: Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011. 6:30 p.m.
Location: Deer Creek Golf & Banquet Facility
Tickets: $75, which includes three-course meal, wine and live entertainment all night.
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