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When Bro-tober ends, The Bro Initiative will be complete and so will end the Foundation's first surgical power tool campaign and men's facial hair growing fundraiser.
We have been fortunate to have wonderful support from sponsors and to have enjoyed great events held for the campaign by local businesses. This week alone has been a Bro's dream with great food on the menu. Pizza Pino in Ajax donated funds from pizza purchases Tuesday and today Lick's Homeburgers in Pickering is holding a Bro Family Night from 4-9 p.m. in our honour. I recommend you make this your dinner destination this evening!
And if you are a fan of pub fare, there are Celebrity Bartender events coming up that you will not want to miss. Look for all of the details in the events section of this edition of Community Giving and I hope you will join our awesome Rouge Valley surgeons at one of two spots tomorrow, Oct. 24, at Magwyers Pub in Ajax or Jack Astor's in Scarborough.
Best regards, 
Chad Hanna, President & CEO, Rouge Valley Health System Foundation
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E V E N T N E W S
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 Dreary day brightened by Boot Drive donors
On October 19, the Pickering Professional Firefighters were joined by Rouge Valley Health System Foundation volunteers, for their annual boot drive. Held at various malls throughout the City of Pickering, firefighters collected donations to support the Foundation and the effort to purchase a Green Light Laser for the men's health program at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Pictured: A Pickering Firefighter provides a sticker to a donor to the Boot Drive on October 19.
Read more about the event and find a link to all of the pictures here.
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 A little help from Lil' Friends
Lil' Friends Childcare Centre recently held a pancake fundraiser to support the Paediatric Unit of Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. They raised $360 to support children's care at their community hospital!
Pictured: From left, Donna Friend and Donna Heasman of Lil' Friends Childcare Centre presented the donation to Danielle De Luca of the RVHS Foundation.
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B R O I N I T I A T I V E N E W S
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 Pizza, burgers and pub fare this week
It's a big week for the Bro Initiative campaign, with food, fun and drinks on the menu to support the campaign. Today, Oct. 23, come to Lick's Homeburgers in Pickering (780 Kingston Rd.) from 4 to 9 p.m. for the best burgers around. The Boss Bro sponsors are donating 25% of proceeds during this time to The Bro Initiative. And thank you to Pizza Pinos in Ajax for their Oct. 22 promotion for the Bros. The great pizza makers donated a portion of pizza sales to the campaign!
On Thursday, Oct. 24, the Bro Initiative celebrity bartender events will be a big highlight of the campaign. In Ajax, come to Magwyers Pub from 4 to 7 p.m. where Dr. Joel Lobo, Dr. Mark Porte and Dr. Scott Donaghue are pouring pints. Magwyers is located in the No Frills plaza at 105 Bayly Street W.
In Scarborough, also on Oct. 24, head to Jack Astor's, near the Scarborough Town Centre at 580 Progress Avenue, where a party is planned from 5 to 9 p.m. with a Flair Bartending competition. See Dr. Jon Hummel, OR nurse Annette Peddle, and Dr. Michael Chang trying their hands at mixing 'Surgeon Virgin' drinks in the competition.
Want to know what it means to be a Bro? Check out the RVHSFoundation YouTube channel to see videos of how a Bro gets the job done. Visit the Bro fundraising site here to register to fundraise or to find a Bro or Bro Team to sponsor with a donation to help purchase new medical power tools for Rouge Valley.
Pictured: Miguel at Pizza Pinos in Ajax served up great pizza for the campaign on Oct. 22.
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P L A N N E D G I V I N G
| Expert advice offered at free seminars
Attend a free Will and financial planning seminar next month to learn about the most important points you need in your Will.
The Planned Giving committee of the RVHS Foundation is proud to offer this opportunity to learn how to minimize your taxes and leave more money to your heirs. Space is limited so call today to reserve your spot at one of two locations. There will be informative handouts to take away and dessert, refreshments and good company are included!
Both locations are wheelchair accessible.
November 13, 2013 - In Scarborough - 701 Milner Avenue (Milner & Markham Rd), 3rd floor. Parking behind building. Parking pass will be provided at end of seminar.
November 19, 2013 - In Ajax - McEachnie Family Centre, 20 Church Street North. Free parking.
For more details or to register to attend, call Mary Slavik at 416-281-7342 or email at mslavik@rougevalley. ca.
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F O U N D A T I O N N E W S
|  Surgical Program focus of 2013 Board Retreat
The Rouge Valley Health System Foundation Board of Directors Retreat was held October 19 at the Ajax Convention Centre, with a majority of directors on hand for a series of presentations from the hospital's surgical program leaders.
Michael Gregory, Senior Economist and Head of Canadian Rates Strategy, and Managing Director of BMO Capital Markets, provided an economic outlook overview. As a senior member of the Economic Research department, he manages the team responsible for the firm's forecasts on global interest and exchange rates, along with the North American economies.
Pictured: Dr. Jon Hummel, Chief of Surgery at Rouge Valley Centenary hospital, provided a report to the directors about some of the many 'surgical stars' who operate in many different fields at RVHS.
Read more about the event and find a link to more photos here.
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| F U N D R A I S I N G E V E N T S |
Click here to see all upcoming events, including those listed below:
For information on the following activities call 416-281-7342 or 905-683-2320 x 1501. Email: foundation@rougevalley.ca
October
(Tonight!) Lick's Bro Family Night
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Time: 4 to 9 p.m.
Lick's Homeburgers, 780 Kingston Rd, Pickering
Boss Bro sponsor Lick's is donating 25% of the proceeds from this event to The Bro Initiative.
Celebrity Bartending on October 24th
Magwyers Pub
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Surgeons from Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital are the celebrities pulling pints for tips for The Bro Initiative.
Come out to support the amazing surgeons like Dr. Joel Lobo, Dr. Mark Porte and Dr. Scott Donaghue!
Celebrity Bartending on October 24th
Jack Astor's Scarborough
Thursday, October 24, 2013. Time: 5 to 9 p.m.
580 Progress Ave., Scarborough
Surgeons from Rouge Valley Centenary hospital are the celebrities, competing in a Bartender Olympics for The Bro Initiative.
Come out to see some of the surgeons of Rouge Valley, like Dr. Jon Hummel, OR nurse Annette Peddle and Dr. Michael Chang try their hand at Flair bartending, alongside some of the best Flair bartenders around! Prizes, raffles and more available throughout the evening.
Suggested entry fee is only $5!
Run the Lake
Sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Ajax and Pickering
Saturday, October 26, 2013. 9 a.m. start
5 and 10 km Run
Ajax Rotary Park
Download the registration form and full details here.
Jack Astor's Pickering Halloween Bro Night
Thursday, October 31, 2013. Time: 8 p.m. until closing
1355 Kingston Rd Pickering, at Pickering Town Centre
Surgeons from Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital are the celebrities, competing in a Bartender Olympics for The Bro Initiative.
Come out to see some of the surgeons of Rouge Valley try their hand at Flair bartending, alongside some of the best Flair bartenders around!
Prizes, raffles and more available throughout the evening. This special Halloween Bro Party is just $10 to attend! Tickets available in advance at Jack Astor's or at the door, but space is limited, so buying in advance is recommended.
November
Attend a FREE Will and financial planning seminar. Learn about the most important points you need in your Will. Learn how to minimize your taxes and leave more money to your heirs. To register, c all Mary Slavik at 416-281-7342 or email at mslavik@rougevalley. ca. November 13, 2013 - in Scarborough 701 Milner Avenue (Milner & McCowan Rd), 3rd floor. Parking behind building. Parking pass will be provided at end of seminar. November 19, 2013 - in Ajax McEachnie Family Centre, 20 Church Street North. Free parking.
City of Pickering Mayor's Gala (Sold Out!) Saturday, November 23, 2013
Pickering Recreation Complex
Cocktails at 5:30 p.m.
Learn more at www.mayorsgala.com.
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