The future of health care starts here
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
From tragedy to triumph
Liam and Rhys White started life in an extraordinary way.
We were in the best hands
Shane and Ellen Ottens have seen their four boys go through their fair share of bumps, bruises and broken bones over the years. However, nothing prepared them for the diagnosis their son, Spencer, would receive in the fall of 2017.
The gift of time with family
Mom of three, Vesna, is living with terminal metastatic breast cancer. She is hoping clinical trials will continue to extend her life so she has more time with those she loves.
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.
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.
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.
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, physicians and researchers from The Ottawa Hospital trade their lab coats for dance shoes to compete for the Medicine Ball trophy.
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.
WBN Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Jun 17 - 2019 — For the 25th year, the Women’s Business Network is hosting their Annual Charity Golf Tournament in support of women’s health in the region.
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.
Blackburn Hamlet Cancer Chase
Sep 08 - 2019 — Join us for the Blackburn Hamlet Cancer Chase for a 5 km walk/run in Ottawa, Ontario, in support of cancer 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.