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Last week the Mayors' Charity Golf Classic was a total success. Although a little chilly, we were fortunate the rain held off and in all, 148 golfers enjoyed a great day on the course at Cherry Downs.
You will read below how we topped all expectations and raised an outstanding total this year, but I would like to take a moment to thank everyone who made it possible. The organizing committee for this event is a dynamic group who put a lot of time and effort into making the Classic better every year. The volunteers, Foundation staff and the people at Cherry Downs all did a great job to make it a wonderful day for our guests. And finally, the sponsors and hospitality hosts at various holes contributed to making this one of the best Classics we've ever held.
To each and every person involved, thank you for your generous support. Thanks to you, Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital will soon have a new C-arm portable scanner to help provide the best care to our patients.
Sincerely,
Chad Hanna, President & CEO, Rouge Valley Health System Foundation
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 Truly a
classic
The orthopaedic and plastic surgeons of Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital are well on their way to new technology that will change the lives of many patients thanks to the 2014 Mayors' Charity Golf Classic, with $150,000 raised this year toward a C-arm portable scanner.
Event co-chairs, Jim Witty and Bill Collier, announced the Classic has now reached a total of more than $2.7 million raised for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital, in 19 years.
There were a number of tributes in honour of Mr. Collier who stepped down from the organizing committee, having been with the group since he helped found the tournament 19 years ago.
See more pictures from the event here.
Pictured: From left, Mayors' Charity Golf Classic Co-Chair Bill Collier, Chairman Roger Anderson, Regional Councillor Shaun Collier, RVHS Foundation Chair Judith Barker, RVHS Chair Joan Wideman, Classic Co-Chair Jim Witty, Mayor Dave Ryan and RVHS Foundation President & CEO Chad Hanna.
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The late Ron Halliday named
to Howard Sokolowski award
 The Mayors' Charity Golf Classic is also an opportunity for the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation to announce the recipient of the Howard Sokolowski Award, presented annually to an individual who has shown great dedication to health care in the community.
This year's recipient is the late Ron Halliday, who up until his death in April of this year, had been a dedicated and generous volunteer and supporter of countless Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital activities and fundraising campaigns. Created in 2001, the award honours Howard Sokolowski and his long and distinguished history of volunteer service for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Accepting on behalf of Mr. Halliday was his wife Carole.The Mayors' Charity Golf Classic
Pictured: Jim Witty presented the award to Carol Halliday. |
On track for fun!
The 2014 Free Family Fun Day at the Races held on August 17 at Ajax Downs attracted thousands of people and featured hockey great Wendel Clark, along with popular children's movie characters and a long list of kids' activities and fun.
Ajax Downs and the Quarter Racing Owners of Ontario, Inc. (QROOI) hosted the annual free community event to support Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Along with all of the fun of kids running out of the starting gates in the 'Try-the-Track' event and getting up close and personal with the jockeys, horses and many other animals in the petting zoo.
Their goal is to help the Rouge Valley Health System Foundation bring leading-edge equipment to the children's health program at Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital.
See all of the pictures from the day here.
Pictured: Wendel Clark posed for pictures with his fans.
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Kia gift makes
new vital signs
monitor possible
Representatives from Bessada Kia Pickering visited Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital to see how their donation was used to purchase a new vital signs monitor for the maternal and newborns unit.
The funds were raised through the annual Drive Change event and Kia is a big supporter of children's programs at their community hospital.
Pictured: Marcelle and Misty Bessada pull the ribbon off the new monitor while their colleagues, Dan Porter and Toney Alexander look on.
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Fall planned giving seminar
Learn how to reduce your taxes this year through your investment portfolio, at the fall planned giving seminar. Are you also thinking of updating your Will? Learn the top 10 tips for planning your Will as well as the top 10 tips your executor should know. In fact, bring your executor!
The seminar will be offered in two locations:
Wednesday, November 5, 2014 - 10 am to Noon
McDougall and Brown Funeral Home, 2900 Kingston Rd, Scarborough
Wednesday, November 12, 2014 - 10 am to Noon
McEachnie Family Centre, 10 Church St. North, Ajax
Reserve your space today by calling Mary Slavik, Director, Planned Giving at 905-683-2320, ext. 1956 or mslavik@rougevalley.ca.
Refreshments provided.
October Donor Appreciation Events
Rouge Valley donors have helped improve patient care to thousands of people in our community. In October, we will be holding two special donor appreciation events at the Gates of Guildwood condominium to say a personal thank you to the many donors who live here.
Friday, October 3, 2014, 1 to 3 pm, 10 Guildwood Parkway
Guest speakers: Cardiologist Dr. Saleen Kassam
and Clara Tsang, Nurse Practitioner, GEM.
Friday, October 10, 2014, 1 to 3 pm, 20 Guildwood Parkway
Guest speakers: Dr. Zaid Yasser, surgical oncologist
and Clara Tsang, Nurse Practitioner, GEM.
For more information on this event, or, to inquire about holding an event for your community group, please contact Mary Slavik, Director, Planned Giving at 905-683-2320, ext. 1956, or mslavik@rougevalley.ca.
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What to expect 
when expecting
Rouge Valley Health System wants parents-to-be to know what to expect when having a child at Rouge Valley. So a series of videos gives you a glimpse into the lives of a few new parents and their experiences.
Check out the videos for yourself at www.rougevalley.ca.
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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:
Pickering Professional Firefighters Assoc. Boot Drive
Saturday October 4, 2014
Various plazas throughout Pickering
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (volunteers needed)
Help support our local firefighters to raise money
for Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital.
Contact: Emily at 905-683-2320 x1501 or emoorhouse@rougevalley.ca.
Legacy of Care Society Recognition
Wednesday, October 8, 2014, at Cedar Ridge Creative Centre, 225 Confederation Drive, Scarborough, ON. Honouring the Planned Giving Donors of Rouge Valley Health System Foundation. All are welcome to attend, but please RSVP by calling Mary Slavik at 905-683-2320, ext. 1956 or by email to mslavik@rougevalley.ca.
Run for Rouge Valley!
Sunday, October 19. Join Rouge Valley physicians, staff and friends at the 2014 Scotiabank Waterfront Run and help raise funds for the Surgical Program. With three distances to choose from - marathon, half-marathon and 5k - you'll have no problem running or walking across the finish line, but really it's our patients who will be the real winners. If you would like to join the team, contact Jennifer Collins in the RVHS Foundation office, jcollins@rougevalley.ca or call 416-281-7342 x4274, to receive the discount code you need to register for the run. Or, you can sponsor the team and help Rouge Valley runners reach their $5,000 goal by visiting the website.
Jack Astor's Pickering Halloween Party
Friday, October 31, 2014, 9 p.m. until closing at 1355 Kingston Rd Pickering, beside the Pickering Town Centre. This annual Flair bartending event features prizes, raffles and more available throughout the evening. This special Halloween Party is just $10 to attend! Tickets available in advance or at the door at Jack Astor's, but space is limited, so buying in advance is recommended.
November:
City of Pickering Mayor's Gala
Saturday, November 22, 2014, Pickering Recreation Complex.
Cocktails at 5:30 p.m. The Rec Centre will be transformed for this year's theme, Winter Wonderland, a celebration of the former Festival of Trees. The event will also recognize the hospital's 60th anniversary.
For more details, visit www.mayorsgala.com.
Santa Claus Parades
On Saturday, November 29, the Pickering parade begins at 9 a.m. The Rouge Valley Health System will once again be represented by a float being created by the Foundation. Vintage costumes will be worn to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Rouge Valley Ajax and Pickering hospital. Later the same day the Ajax parade starts at 5 p.m. Volunteers are needed for both events to walk the parade routes, call Emily at 905-683-2320, ext. 1501 or email emoorhouse@rougevalley.ca.
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