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Why We Need Your Support
We dare to be great and do so with humility and compassion. We begin each day with optimism and end it with hope. We believe in the healing power of kindness. We are tireless doers and discoverers, with a resolve to care and cure. We know that an ordinary day can become extraordinary in an instant. We are creating the future in Ottawa and changing lives around the world.
And we want you to be at our side.
Be Inspired
Inspired giving means more than giving to kidney research
When Phil Downey’s kidneys failed, his wife Gail, his three adult children and two step children “threw in the hat,” and volunteered to donate their kidney. Two generations were so inspired by the care Phil received that they then made a donation to kidney research at The Ottawa Hospital.
Extraordinary volunteer recognized with GG medal
Mike Baine’s extraordinary volunteerism with The Ottawa Hospital Foundation was recognized with a Governor General’s medal.
Stem cells may heal lungs of premature babies
A stem cell treatment soon to be tested in clinical trials at The Ottawa Hospital may help heal the lungs of premature babies.
From patient to volunteer—’a little conversation could make a huge difference’
Two volunteers took Fran Cosper for a coffee when he was a patient at The Ottawa Hospital Rehab Centre and it inspired him to also volunteer when his condition allows.
Four years after metastatic breast cancer diagnosis, every day is a gift
Jillian O’Connor was 18 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and given less than two years to live. In February, she celebrated the fourth birthday of her healthy baby boy and continues to live life to the fullest.
3-D virtual reality helps neurosurgeon treat Parkinson’s
3-D virtual reality increases neurosurgeon’s accuracy to place electrodes in patients’ brains. Technology expected to be the first of its kind in the world.
Clinical trial means new options for colorectal cancer patients
Sandy Patenaude participated in a clinical trial of a cancer stem cell inhibitor drug, which successfully prevented her cancer from growing. As a result, doctors are able to determine which patients might benefit from the drug.
Natural killer cells could be immunotherapy game-changer
Scientist discovers other immune cells that have the potential to make immunotherapy treatments work for more people, and more types of cancers.
Immunotherapy eradicates cop’s cancer
Police officer Ian McDonell has no evidence of melanoma after receiving an innovative immunotherapy treatment. Immunotherapy has given the father of three back his life.
One Time Gift
Make a single gift personally or on behalf of a business and help support the best patient care and research at The Ottawa Hospital.
Monthly Gift
Support patients all year long by making a monthly donation to The Ottawa Hospital.
Tribute Gift
Make a donation to mark a special occasion, remember a loved one, or honour a caregiver through our Guardian Angel Program.
Events
Dancing with the Docs
Apr 06 - 2019 — Dancing with the Docs is the most exciting fundraiser in the Nation’s Capital. Each year, eight physicians and researchers from The Ottawa Hospital trade their lab coats for dance shoes to compete for the Medicine Ball trophy.
Fashion for Compassion
Apr 27 - 2019 — Support Cancer Research at The Ottawa Hospital with Wholesale Outlet 4 Women
Alive to Strive
Apr 28 - 2019 — The Alive to Strive Kidney Fitness Project is committed to helping those living with chronic kidney disease maintain a healthy lifestyle.
President’s Breakfast for the Public Service
Apr 30 - 2019 — This fundraising breakfast welcomes members of the Public Service for an hour of hope and inspiration. It is an exclusive opportunity to learn about Dr. Kitts’s vision for The Ottawa Hospital and hear from patients whose lives were saved.
Run for a Reason
May 25 - 2019 — Run for a Reason at Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend and do it all in support of advancing patient care and research at The Ottawa Hospital.
Tee It Up For Cancer Golf Tournament
May 30 - 2019 — Join us for the Tee It Up For Cancer golf tournament on May 30. Proceeds will support patient care and research at The Ottawa Hospital.
The Golf Quest 4 Clinical Trials
Jun 18 - 2019 — Enjoy a round of golf among friends in support of clinical trials at The Ottawa Hospital.
OMA P.E.A.C.E. Memorial Golf Tournament
Jul 22 - 2019 — Join us for the OMA P.E.A.C.E. Memorial Golf Tournament on July 22. A portion of the proceeds will support patient care and research at The Ottawa Hospital.
THE RIDE
Sep 08 - 2019 — DO THE RIDE and cycle for world-leading advancements in research at The Ottawa Hospital. There is the perfect distance for any cyclist: closed route, open route or try the Virtual Ride.