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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
Could biotherapeutics be the next revolution in cancer treatment?
Researchers at The Ottawa Hospital are blazing the trail, developing new cancer therapies that could save lives.
The Ottawa Hospital’s response to mass casualty
In the face of tragedy, staff at The Ottawa Hospital are well trained and prepared to respond.
Compassionate care awaited the Westboro bus crash patients
Marcie Stevens was one of 13 severely injured patients involved in the Westboro bus crash. One year later, after losing both legs, Marcie continues her recovery at the Rehabilitation Centre and she’s grateful for the compassionate care she’s received.
Young philanthropist couple pays it forward
Young philanthropist couple isn’t waiting to pay it forward
True love will continue through legacy gifts
Through their gift in a will to The Ottawa Hospital, Jim and Pat’s love will continue by providing care and attention to patients in years to come.
Mid-surgery decision to leave abdomen open for two days saves woman’s life
Phyllis’ life was on the line. A twist in her small intestine was causing it to die. But a surgical technique to leave her abdomen open saved her life.
Hope despite aggressive skin cancer diagnosis
Diagnosed with a stage 4 melanoma at the age of 62, Dan Collins feared for his life when he learned about the aggressive form of cancer. However, immunotherapy treatment gave him a reason to hold out hope.
Minimally invasive surgery ‘perfectly’ restores hearing
New brain surgery technique ‘perfectly’ restores patient Denis Paquette’s quality of life after a rare benign tumour threatens hearing.
A race against the clock – Rare familial ALS gene triggers uncertain future
Karen Lawrence is walking with a target on her back. She carries the ALS gene – a disease that has killed 14 members of her family, including her father.
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
Calendars of Hope by Katerina Mertikas
Nov 07 - 2019 — Support The Ottawa Hospital by purchasing a 2020 calendar featuring the incredible work of Ottawa artist Katerina Mertikas, a renowned UNICEF artist since 1993
Fit For Thought
Feb 01 - 2020 — Join Third Line Health & Fitness on February 1, 2020 for a day of exercise in support of the Mental Health Unit at The Ottawa Hospital.
President’s Breakfast for the Public Service
May 12 - 2020 — 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 23 - 2020 — 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.
Dancing with the Docs
May 30 - 2020 — 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
Sep 29 - 2020 — The President’s Breakfast welcomes members of the community for an hour filled with hope and inspiration. It is an exclusive opportunity to learn about Dr. Kitts’s vision for The Ottawa Hospital and hear directly from patients whose lives were saved.
The Ottawa Hospital Gala
Nov 14 - 2020 — The Ottawa Hospital Gala was a prestigious night that celebrated our community’s tremendous support and honours three of our outstanding, world-class researchers. It was exquisite night at the Westin Ottawa, which always sells out!