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April 29, 2008
Lethbridge Initiation “Wild” Minor Hockey Team supports the Care from the Heart Telethon
The Lethbridge Initiation “Wild” Minor Hockey Team has donated $195.00 to the Chinook Regional Hospital’s Care from the Heart Telethon to support health care in Southern Alberta.
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April 29, 2008
Palliser Teacher's Association Local #19 supports the Telethon
The Palliser Teacher’s Association, Local #19 wanted to continue supporting the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation after participating in this year’s Runner’s Soul Moonlight Run.
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April 28, 2008
Independent Order Of Odd Fellows supports the Telethon
Lethbridge Lodge No.2 Independent Order Of Odd Fellows (I.O.O.F) is a long time supporter of the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation.
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April 21, 2008
Wesbridge Tween Ringette Team has pledged $2,000
The Wesbridge Tween Ringette Team has pledged $2,000 to this year's Care from the Heart Telethon - and they've issued a challenge to all area sports teams to do the same with a pledge of their own.
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April 11, 2008
Silent Auction & Trevor Panczak concert to raise funds for the Telethon
Trevor Panczak will be LIVE at Costco Wholesale on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - following the concert there will be CD & poster signing.
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April 3, 2008
Local dentists shave their heads for radiation therapy & cancer treatment
April is Dental Health Month and Lethbridge dentists are celebrating in a way that will have a lasting affect for the community. At 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 5th local dentists will gather in the atrium of Chinook Regional Hospital to shave their heads for cancer.
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March 25, 2008
U of L Swim for Ped's Greatest Needs
University of Lethbridge Sport and Recreation staff are jumping in the pool to raise money for pediatrics at Chinook Regional Hospital.
From March 17th to April 11th they will be tracking the swimming distance of participants and tallying group totals on two ‘Swimometers’; one placed poolside at Max Bell and the other at the Sports & Recreation customer service desk.
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February 27, 2008
Lakeview School makes 'Sweet' donation to Intensive Care Unit
How far can 56 Bags of Kisses go?
Jen Carey's Grade 3 Class has proven that 56 bags of Kisses can go on forever.
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February 25, 2008
Ashley Dennington wins the CRH Payday Lotto!
Ashley Dennington from the community lab at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this February 25!
Ashley has won - $3,140.00 – Congratulations!
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February 14, 2008
Chinook Health Staff - discounted hockey tickets available
Chinook Health Region Package
An invitation to all Chinook Health Region employees for
the Friday, March 7, 2008 vs. Swift Current
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January 10, 2008
Dorothy Humphries wins the CRH 50/50 Payday Lotto!
Dorothy Humphries from Nursing Admin at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this January 10th!
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December 31, 2007
Hospital Vendor Program - to return soon!
The hospital vendor program at the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation has brought staff, patients and visitors a variety of items for sale including: books, ceramics, pottery, photography, soaps, lotions, jewellery and hand-made crafts.
In addition to bringing unique and wonderful items into the hospital, a minimum of 20% of each sale supports the CRH Foundation to purchase equipment, supports programming and special projects at the hospital.
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December 3, 2007
Lights of Hope support the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation
Our hearts and thoughts turn to those who bless our lives today and those who have brighten our lives in the past.
Celebrate the Spirit of Giving by honouring a special loved one with a living tribute or memorial gift to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation.
Donations can be made in the Hospital Atrium or by calling 388-6001.
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November 19, 2007
Christmas Tree Festival - Raising money to support the
Take a stroll in the beautiful forest of trees! The lights are on in the Chinook Regional Hospital atrium for the 2007 Christmas Tree Festival.
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November 10, 2007
Family Day - November 10th at the Chinook Regional Hospital
Get ready for Christmas on Saturday, November 10th in the Chinook Regional Hospital Atrium with the return of the Santa Claus Pancake Breakfast during Family Day at the Christmas Tree Festival!
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October 25, 2007
October 25th 50/50 Payday Lotto Winner!
Sylvia MacMillan from Aboriginal Population Health at the Train Station has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this October 25th!
Sylvia has won - $3,035.00 – Congratulations!
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October 10, 2007
Kimberley Laidlaw wins the October 10th 50/50 Payday Lotto!
Kimberley Laidlaw 5C – Chinook Regional Hospital Centre has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this October 10th!
Kimberley has won - $3,032.50 – Congratulations!
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September 29, 2007
Nurse Kathy Van Den Elsen wins grand prize dream home in Hospitals DreamLife Lottery
Kathy Van Den Elsen got the surprise of her life Friday. The Day Surgery nurse at Chinook Regional Hospital was the lucky winner of the $440,000 grand prize dream home in the 2007 Hospitals DreamLife Lottery. She was one of more than 1,000 Chinook Health staff that bought a ticket, and Kathy bought a 3-pack this year!
The lottery was more than 90% sold out, meaning that $400,000 or so in net profits will be turned over to Chinook Health for vital medical equipment and program support.
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September 14, 2007
Jack De Wit of Lethbridge wins the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 valued at $37,500!
Today’s lucky winner of the Early Bird prize a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 valued at $37,500 is Jack De Wit!
There are still many, many wonderful prizes to be won including the $440,000 dream home, a Chrysler Sebring valued at over $24,000, vacations, electronics and much more... but don't wait we are over 85% sold out!
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August 31, 2007
Hospitals Lottery 75% Sold! Buy Now To Win The Early Bird Dodge Ram 1500!
Ticket sales have exceeded 75% with just a few days left before the midnight Monday, Sept. 10 Early Bird Prize deadline to win 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 valued at $37,500.
On Friday, August 31, Andrea Niemans of Lethbridge was drawn to win the EARLY, EARLY BIRD PRIZE 9-day dream vacation to Cuba. Purchase your ticket today to get in all the remaining prize draws. To buy online, go to the lottery website at www.dreamlifelottery.ca. A map to the dream home location, a room-by-room virtual tour and photo gallery have been added to the website.
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July 11, 2007
Hospitals DreamLife Lottery Tickets On Sale Now To The Public
Brochures announcing the 2007 Hospitals DreamLife Lottery started reaching homes in the Chinook Health region this week, and the early response has been phenomenal! Some 40 ticket order were received on-line this morning and another 300 tickets were purchased by phone. The new 3-pack for $250 is proving popular as about one out of every six lottery supporters is choosing this option, something new this year.
Buy now. To purchase a ticket online, go to the lottery website at www.dreamlifelottery.ca or call 320-8338 in Lethbridge or 1-866-75-DREAM (1-866-753-7326).
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July 10, 2007
Wendy Lipinski wins the July 10th 50/50 Payday Lotto!
Wendy Lipinski from 3C – Chinook Regional Hospital Centre has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this July 10th!
Wendy has won our biggest prize to date - $3,057.50 – Congratulations!
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June 27, 2007
June 25th 50/50 Winner is Lynnette Leach!
Lynnette Leach from Rehab at St. Michael’s Health Care Centre has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this June 25th!
Lynnette won $2,982.50 – Congratulations!
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June 26, 2007
Donated Fun Centres Helps Take Cares Away For Young Patients
Two portable Nintendo Fun Centres for playing movies and games arrived on pediatrics last week and are already in popular demand by young patients. Donated by the Lethbridge Community Foundation and Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, the Fun Centres help relieve the boredom of a hospital stay while also distracting a child from the seriousness and discomfort of their illness or injury.
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June 23, 2007
Donated Funds Purchase Special Tub for Geriactric Rehabilitation Unit
Having a bath or shower can be therapeutic and it's the most pleasurable way to take care of personal hygiene. Now, GARU Unit 5A, Geriatric Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit, has a brand new deluxe tub that seniors and staff enjoy, thanks to the generosity of many donors to the Foundation's Telethon and Lights of Hope campaigns. Foundation Board members were given a chance to see the new tub Wednesday prior to their regular board meeting.
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June 2, 2007
Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation receives over $81,000 from Costco Wholesale Lethbridge
Through a number of fundraising initiatives, staff and customers at Lethbridge Costco Wholesale have raised an impressive $81,836 to support health care needs in our city.
On Saturday, June 2nd, 2007 Costco presented a cheque to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation. This donation was part of the Care from the Heart Telethon and was raised through a variety of events held at the Lethbridge Costco location. The Toonie at the Till program, corporate donations, raffles and Krispy Kreme sales all contributed to the donation.
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May 25, 2007
May 25th 50/50 Winner is Bill Mould!
Bill Mould from 5B at the Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this May 25th!
Bill won $2,935.00 – Congratulations!
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May 11, 2007
Ashley Furniture HomeStore Lethbridge donates $25,000 to the construction of a new birthing room
Ashley Furniture HomeStore Lethbridge is pleased to announce today that they have mad a $25,000 donation to Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation to construct a new private birthing room in the Delivery Suite.
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May 2, 2007
Tasty Treats to Support Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation
Costco Wholesale will be supporting of the 2007 Care From the Heart Telethon and the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation through the sale of Krispy Kreme Doughnuts.
The doughnuts will be available in the Chinook Regional Hospital Atrium on Friday, May 4th from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on a first come, first serve basis. They will sell for $8.00/dozen with a portion of the proceeds coming directly to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation for priority equipment needs.
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April 30, 2007
Foundation Chairman Tom MacLachlan Thanks Volunteers, Entertainers and Donors For Outstanding Telethon
I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the residents of southern Alberta for their outstanding financial support of the 16th Annual Care from the Heart Telethon held this past Sunday.
Donations and pledges exceeded $953,000, far surpassing the Foundation’s $800,000 goal. A significant portion of these proceeds will be directed to the $1.5 million i-Suite Project, for constructing and equipping two state-of-the-art operating rooms. Although we still have some ways to go toward the $1.5 million target, the funds received to date have given the health region the confidence to proceed with construction in July.
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April 29, 2007
Telethon Sunday Is Here! Please Give: For the Best of Health
The 16th annual Care From the Heart Telethon airs live from the stage of the Yates Memorial Centre on SHAW TV channel 12 Sunday, April 29 from 11 am – 9 pm. The community is invited to come to the Yates during the day to take in wonderful entertainment, watch the live interviews and cheque presentations, and drop off their own donation to the hospital if they wish.
More than 200 community volunteers have been organized to make the Telethon happen, including 70 phone operators, more than 150 live southern Alberta entertainers, and lots of backstage staff. The live entertainment schedule can be viewed by going to the Telethon home page at www.carefromtheheart.ca.
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April 25, 2007
April 25th 50/50 Winner is Linda Dragland!
Linda Dragland from Pharmacy at the Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this April 25th!
Linda won $2,880.00 – Congratulations!
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April 19, 2007
John and Irene Frouws Donate $50,000 For Care from the Heart Telethon
John and Irene Frouws of Lethbridge have donated $50,000 to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation to enhance surgical services at the Chinook Regional Hospital through development of the i-Suite Project.
Mr. Frouws, a City of Lethbridge employee for 38 years before retiring in 1976 as transit superintendent, says the donation is his way of “giving something back to the community which has been very good to him and his family.” Mr. Frouws and his wife Irene, who has been receiving nursing home care the last few years, are long-time supporters of the Foundation, contributing each year to the annual Care from the Heart Telethon that runs Sunday, April 29.
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April 10, 2007
Litwin Photography supports Project Tattoo
Litwin Photography has jumped on board to help the crew at B-93 raise $5000 for the NICU Parent Room Makeover at Chinook Regional Hospital. The studio will be donating framed prints and stretched art canvasses to decorate the rooms. The studio is also donating 50% of all proceeds from baby photo sessions booked during the campaign.
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April 9, 2007
B-93 Project Tattoo supports Parent Room makeover in NICU
Local radio station morning show hosts Bobcat and Jen from B-93 launched Project Tattoo today. The stations goal is to raise $5,000 to makeover two private Parent Rooms in the NICU. Once the goal is reached, Bobcat will get inked live on the air. Read more on how you can contribute.
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April 3, 2007
Canada Post Employees donate $1,000
Clint Schafer presents a cheque for $1,000 on behalf of the employees of Canada Post, Chinook / Cypress area.
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March 26, 2007
New Focus Newsletter Available Now
Many of our regular donors will have already received a copy of the new Foundation Focus winter newsletter. The issue contains stories on the recent Foundation name change, the $1 million distribution of Foundation funds, event success stories and much more. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the newsletter, please contact the Foundation at 388-6001.
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March 26, 2007
Volunteers needed for Care From the Heart Telethon
Volunteers are needed to help out at the annual “Care From the Heart” Telethon, held on Sunday, April 29, 2007 from 11:00 am – 9:00 pm. The event will be broadcast live from the Yates Memorial Centre on 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge. There are opportunities to answer phones or work as a backstage of entrance host. Please call Volunteer Resources at 388-6311 to find out more.
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March 26, 2007
Volunteers needed for Care From the Heart Telethon
Volunteers are needed to help out at the annual “Care From the Heart” Telethon, held on Sunday, April 29, 2007 from 11:00 am – 9:00 pm. The event will be broadcast live from the Yates Memorial Centre on 4th Avenue South, Lethbridge. There are opportunities to answer phones or work as a backstage of entrance host. Please call Volunteer Resources at 388-6311 to find out more.
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March 23, 2007
50/50 Payday Winner - March 23rd
Margot Bailes from Material Management at the Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this March 23rd!.
Margot won $2,885.00 – Congratulations!
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March 15, 2007
Cor Van Raay Surprises Foundation With Second $100,000 Donation!
The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation was prepared and pleased to announce today a gift of $100,000 to launch the public phase of the i-Suite Project to create two highly advanced, high-tech surgical operating rooms.
Cor Van Raay, a farmer and feedlot operator from Iron Springs, made the gift to help bring the i-Suite Project to the Chinook Regional Hospital as quickly as possible. But this morning, he did a lot more. Mr. Van Raay brought with him a second cheque, and to the delight of Foundation Board members, he made it out for another $100,000.
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March 6, 2007
Lethbridge Hurricanes Support Chinook Health
The Pepsi Bottling Group contributed $287.50 in proceeds from the Sunday, March 11 game to the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation. Sunday's game versus the Red Deer Rebels featured the Pepsi Night Promotion with a bottle toss for great prizes and the "Jersey Off Our Back" silent auction. Proceeds will be directed toward the Care from the Heart Telethon medical needs fund.
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March 2, 2007
Foundation Seeks New Executive Director
After 20 years in a leadership role with the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (formerly the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation), Executive Director Stan Heller has decided to take a step toward retirement by going part-time effective April 1. The Foundation has commenced searching for a new Executive Director to take his place.
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February 23, 2007
Shirley Victor wins the 50/50 February 23rd!
Shirley Victor from Nutrition Services at the Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this February 23rd!.
Shirley won $2,825.00 – Congratulations!
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February 9, 2007
Pat Demers Wins the February 9th 50/50 Draw
Pat Demers from the Lab at Campbell Clinic South has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this February 9th.
Pat won $2,885.00 – Congratulations!
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January 25, 2007
Foundation Contributes $1.0 Million To Hospital On Behalf Of Its Donors and Supporters
The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (formerly the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation), today contributed $1 million to Chinook Health for medical equipment, programs, and staff and patient education. The funding touches virtually every hospital department. For a complete listing of how the money is being spent to advance health care, please read more!
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January 24, 2007
Brad Lukacs wins the January 25th 50/50 Payday Lotto
Brad Lukacs from Engineering and Maintenance at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this January 25th.
Brad won $2,867.50 – Congratulations!
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January 10, 2007
Daryl Guest wins January 10th 50/50 payday lottery!
Daryl Guest from Medical Imaging at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this January 10th.
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January 5, 2007
Local Tim Horton's stores bring 7,000 smiles to the LRH
All six local Tim Horton’s stores participated in the annual Smile Cookie campaign for a week in October, selling the happy cookies for $1 each and raising over $7,000 for the hospital.
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January 4, 2007
Centre Villiage Mall donates proceeds from Photos with Santa campaign
The wonderful staff of the Centre Village Mall decided to donate all earnings from their Photos with Santa campaign to the Foundation. Photos were taken free of charge through December but the public was asked to make a donation in any amount to the Foundation. The campaign ended up raising $4,382 which will benefit the Pediatrics unit at the hospital.
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January 2, 2007
Order of Eastern Star Maple Leaf Chapter #7 Donates $2,000 for Integrated Operating Room Project
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation was the grateful recipient of a $2,000 donation recently, the result of many fundraising activities over several months by members the Order of the Eastern Star Maple Leaf Chapter #7. Cheryl Walburger of Magrath, Worthy Matron in 2006 and now Past Matron said members served many dinners and held bake sales to raise the funds in support of the Foundation's integrated operating room project.
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December 31, 2006
Caring Hearts Tribute Fund Established for Mary Ellen Fleming
A permanent fund called the MARY FLEMING Caring Hearts Tribute Fund has been established for Mary Ellen Fleming who passed away on December 27, 2006 at the age of 90 years. Donations in her memory may be made to the Fund c/o the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation, Cancer Department, 960 – 19 St South, Lethbridge, AB T1J 1W5. To extend a personal message to the family or donate online, please visit www.caringhearts.ca.
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December 22, 2006
Shandi Pack wins the biggest 50/50 payday lottery prize to-date!
Shandi Pack from Sexual Health at the Train Station has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this December 22nd.
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December 22, 2006
Four lucky people are winners for supporting the LRH Foundation
Four Lucky people are winners for supporting the LRH Foundation with our special Holiday Season draws today, Friday, December 22nd. Shandi Pack who works in Sexual Health at the Train Station won the $2,965 Pay Day Lotto; Gerald Neufeldt of Medical Imaging won the Play Station 3 raffle; and Mary Pederson of Pharmacy and Ed Schwab of Diabetes Education were the winners of the Wii silent auction.
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December 20, 2006
Unifeed Contributes To Integrated Operating Rooms On Behalf Of Its Customers
Unifeed has made a wonderful Christmas contribution to the Auxiliary Lights of Hope campaign directed toward the new integrated operating rooms. Sales Manager Larry Penner said the gift is on behalf ot Unifeed's loyal customers who live throughout southern Alberta and beyond, and who benefit from the Chinook Regional Hospital (formerly the Lethbridge Regional Hospital).
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December 12, 2006
Teddy Bear Toss this Friday
This Friday night (Dec. 15) is the Canadian Tire/Global TV Teddy Bear Night at the Lethbridge Hurricanes game. Bring out your teddy bears and when the 'Canes score their first goal fans can throw them on the ice! All teddy bears are distributed to charities around southern Alberta, including the Lethbridge Regional Hospital. Purchase your Teddy Bear for only $7.99 at Canadian Tire and receive a free ticket to the game!*While supplies last.
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December 4, 2006
Passport Tour Tree winners
The Festival Passport Tour draws were made on Thursday, Nov. 30. The Passport Tour was a new initiative of the annual Christmas Tree Festival in which nine participating local companies decorated a tree that was kept on display at their business and $2 raffle tickets were sold on the tree. Click here to see the list of winners.
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November 29, 2006
Last week of Christmas Tree Festival
The Christmas Tree Festival winds to a close this week with Thursday being the last day to view the trees in the hosptial atrium. Don't miss the Christmas Craft Show this Tuesday and Wednesday in County Hall.
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November 28, 2006
Jacquie's Salon & Spa donation in Memory of Matthew de Casmaker
Jacquie’s Salon & Spa owner Jacquie Solorzano on Thursday, November 2 presented donations totalling $2,318 to the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation memory of Matthew de Casmaker who was a frequent patient on pediatrics.
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November 25, 2006
Festival Family Day this Saturday, Nov. 25
The Christmas Tree Festival will be displayed for the last weekend viewing this Saturday and Sunday. The Saturday viewing features a special Family Day event that everyone is welcome to attend free of charge between 11 am and 4 pm.
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November 24, 2006
Maria Villacorta November 24th 50/50 Winner
Maria Villacorta from the Long Term Care in Coaldale has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this November 24th.
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November 16, 2006
Christmas Tree Festival Gala Auction a Great Success
The Christmas Tree Festival Gala Auction and Reception was held last night in the atrium of the Chinook Regional Hospital and was a great success, raising $63,850 for the LRH Foundation.
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November 10, 2006
Diane Sumner wins the 50/50 Nov. 10th
Diane Sumner from the Children’s CARE at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this November 10th.
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November 8, 2006
Duck Toss totals fly high
The We Care Saves for Little Hearts Duck Toss event on Sat. Nov. 4 at the Hurricanes vs. Rebels game was a flying success. Nearly 1,900 ducks were tossed on to the ice during the second intermission. The event raised over $3,700 to support the NICU.
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October 25, 2006
Oct 25th 50/50 Winner
Linda Walker from the Senior's Health at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this October 10th.
Linda won $2,855.00 – Congratulations!
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October 23, 2006
Bryce Kirkpatrick Appointed to LRH Foundation Board of Directors
Bryce Kirkpatrick has been appointed to the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation volunteer Board of Directors for a three-year term. Mr. Kirkpatrick lives in Lethbridge and works as an agent with the Mortgage Centre.
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October 19, 2006
Outgoing Chairman Paul McDonald Reflects On Rewarding Experience
Paul McDonald completed his three year term as LRH Foundation earlier this month, commenting that serving the hospital has been a most rewarding volunteer service. "When you see the results of our work, providing vital equipment for the hospital that helps patients, it is very gratifying," he told Board members at the October meeting.
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October 15, 2006
Taber Mom Tells Her NICU Story!
Taber Mom Laura Jensen says she was "so happy to have our little preemie being cared for in Lethbridge after being transferred from a larger city". Our thanks to Laura for being the latest Mom to submit her NICU story!
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October 11, 2006
Hospital Mourns Passing of "Inspirational" Nurse, Dolores Brown
The LRH Foundation sadly announces the passing of Dolores Brown, R.N., B.N. who nursed at the Lethbridge Municipal Hospital and then the Lethbridge Regional Hospital from 1967 to 1991. In the tribute message that follows, friend and former co-worker Ingrid Dawson writes, "This outstanding caregiver has been throughout the years an inspiration to our Nursing Staff, Physicians and Administration....".
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October 10, 2006
October 10th 50/50 Winner
Patty Hrncirik from the Lab at Chinook Regional Hospital has won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto this October 10th.
Gloria won $2,852.50 – Congratulations!
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October 4, 2006
We're Looking For Your NICU Story
The LRH Foundation is seeking testimonial-style stories from Moms’ and Dads’ whose newborn baby received medical treatment and care in the Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The NICU often cares for as many as 500 babies each year.
If you are willing to send us your story about your experience, the Foundation will add your story and photos to its website at www.lrhfoundation.com.
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September 30, 2006
Rubber Ducks on Ice
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation has partnered again with the Lethbridge Hurricanes and We Care Home Health Services to raise funds for the Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the second annual Duck Toss night.
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September 29, 2006
Suite Win For OR Nurse Caroliina Landry
Surgical suite nurse Caroliina Landry is the winner of the $305,000 grand prize dream home in the LRH Foundation's 2006 Hospitals DreamLife Lottery. Caroliina was working in the Lethbridge Regional Hospital operating rooms when her name was called as the grand prize winner.
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September 26, 2006
Saturn of Lethbridge Adds $5,000 to Playground Fund
Paul McDonald of Saturn of Lethbridge presented the LRH Foundation with a $5,000 cheque Saturday, Sept. 23, the 4th and last installment for a new playground. The playground is set to be constructed in Spring 2007.
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September 26, 2006
Halloween Creations Sale Benefits Foundation
Ceramic Halloween creations presented for sale by Marty Carpenter brightened up the atrium Monday and Tuesday this week. Ms. Carpenter donates 20% of gross sales back to the LRH Foundation as a contribution to health care.
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September 21, 2006
ATCO Gas Employees Get Behind Fund Drive For New Chest Pain Unit
ATCO Gas staff today presented a cheque in the amount of $1,423 to Dr. Vanessa Maclean, Senior Medical Director, Acute Care, proceeds from the breakfast they hosted during Whoop-up Days. ATCO Gas staff have rallied behind the hospital's plans to develop a new Chest Pain Unit.
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September 18, 2006
Tell us your Story. Did the NICU provide excellent care for you and your baby?
The LRH Foundation is asking for real life stories to show how the NICU has helped Babies In Crisis. Submit your story by clicking on "Looking for your Story" heading below under the Current Happenings section. You could win a free family portrait!
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September 14, 2006
Early Bird Winner in DreamLife Lottery is Janice Sheets of Lethbridge Alberta
At 10 a.m. this morning, the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation held the Early Bird Draw in the hospital atrium for the Hosptials DreamLife Lottery. The winner of a brand new 2006 Chevy HHR is Janice Sheets of Lethbridge, AB.
The DreamLife Lottery is currently 97% sold out with fewer than 180 tickets remaining. The quickest way to order a ticket is to phone 1-866-75-DREAM or visit www.dreamlifelottery.ca to order by VISA or MasterCard.
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September 13, 2006
Ohhh.......so close to a Sellout! Fewer than 250 tickets left!
Fewer than 250 tickets remain in the 2006 Hospitals DreamLife Lottery after a flurry of buying yesterday before the Early Bird purchase deadline at midnight. The Early Bird prize of the Chevy HHR will be drawn on Sept. 15 at 10:00 a.m. in the atrium of the hospital. Everyone is invited!
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September 6, 2006
Specialist Award Given To Dr. Stephen Kwan
Each year the Rural Alberta South (RAS) Family Medicine residents choose a preceptor to receive the "Specialist of the Year Award" in Lethbridge and Medicine Hat. This year, Dr. Stephen Kwan was the recipient of the award in Lethbridge acknowledging his compassion and enthusiasm and quality of teaching.
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August 28, 2006
Melva Neudorf of Lethbridge Wins Early, Early Bird DreamLife Prize Vacation. Grand Prizes Still To Be Won - get your ticket today!
Melva Neudorf of Lethbridge will be spending seven nights in scenic Peurto Vallarta, Mexico having won the EARLY Early Bird Prize in the 2006 Hospitals DreamLife Lottery.
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August 24, 2006
Foundation's Pancake Breakfast Popular With Staff and Public
About 1,500 staff and supporters came out to enjoy the Foundation's annual Whoop-up Day's breakfast Thursday, August 24.
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August 18, 2006
Speaker's Presentations and Abstracts From the Beulah Salt Seniors Health Conference 2006
Presentations on aging and chronic disease management made to the "Beulah Salt" Seniors Health Conference 2006 in Lethbridge are now available on-line. Click on to the website: http://www.ruralinnovations2006.ca, for the latest information on aging and chronic disease management presented by experts from Australia, the United States and Canada, including our own Chinook Health region.
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August 14, 2006
Val Matteotti Italian Open Raises $65,000 for Medical Equipment
The 11th Annual Val Matteotti Italian Golf Open held Wednesday, August 9 at the Lethbridge Country Club raised more than $65,00. This brings the total raised by the tournament in its 11-years to $580,000. The funding has purchased medical equipment for the NICU, Emergency, Cardiac and Stroke programs, Surgery and Cancer Diagnostic Services at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
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August 14, 2006
DreamLife Lottery tickets over 60% sold!
The sixth annual Hospitals DreamLife Lottery is over 60% sold out. This is the last week to buy your ticket before the first Early Bird deadline on Friday, August 18. Go to www.dreamlifelottery.ca right now to purchase your ticket and qualify for seven nights in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico!
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July 10, 2006
Gloria Habelter - July 10th 50/50 Winner
Gloria Habelter from Physio at the LRH won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto on July 10th.
Gloria won $2,800.00 – Congratulations!
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July 9, 2006
Jacquie's Salon & Spa is holding two fundraiser's for Pediatrics at the LRH
Join Jacquie's Salon & Spa in supporting Pediatrics at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital in Memory of Matthew DeCasmaker.
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July 4, 2006
Your best chance to win a Dream Home in Alberta is coming soon
The sixth annual Hospitals DreamLife Lottery is launching this month. The annual event is set to raise more than $120,000 to support the i-Suite project in the LRH operating suites.
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June 9, 2006
Joanne Nay - June 9th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Joanne Nay from Community Health at the Train Station won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Joanne won $2,857.50 on the June 9th draw – Congratulations!
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May 25, 2006
Olga Roman - May 25th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Olga Roman a LPN from PARP (Post Acute Rehab) at the LRH won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Olga won $2,830.00 on the May 25th draw – Congratulations!
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May 16, 2006
Very special portrait offer from de Jourdan's Photo.graphics
The de Jourdan's Photo.graphics Foundation of Memories Campaign!
Make your memories last forever with a 'Family or Individual' portrait session and one 8x10 original portrait to be used either at the de Jourdan's studio or at a special location of your choosing.
Certificate price is $75 (retail value over $200). For each certificate purchased $50 will be donated back to the LRH Foundation!
De Jourdan's is hoping to donate $10,000 to the LRH Foundation when the campaign ends at the end of September.
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May 13, 2006
Back-to-Back Wool Challenge benefits Breast Health Program
The sixth annual International Back-to-Back Wool Challenge once again had the Knitting Time team up to the challenge of hand-shearing a sheep, spinning the wool, and knitting a full sweater in the fastest time possible. Accompanied by an evening charity event, Knitting Time raised $1,500 to benefit the Breast Health Program at LRH.
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May 10, 2006
Darryl Black Plume - May 10th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Darryl Black Plume of Cardston, AB won the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Darryl won $2,812.50 on the May 10th draw – Congratulations!
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May 1, 2006
Telethon recognizes more than $797,000 in pledges
The 15th annual Care From the Heart Telethon was a resounding success recognizing and receiving more than $797,000 in donations and pledges.
The event was aired live on Sunday, April 30 from the stage of the Yates Memorial Centre, broadcasting ten full hours of southern Alberta entertainment, hospital information segments and pledge presenters.
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April 17, 2006
New family tradition benefits a deserving local family
Carolyn and Jason Isfeld have started a new tradition with their six children. It's part of a lesson in always being safe and also learning the importance of giving. Knowing how valuable a car seat is to the safety of a child, the Isfeld’s decided to donate a car seat to a worthy family in the Chinook Health Region.
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April 15, 2006
CHR 50-50 Pay Day Lotto Winner Collects Largest Payout To Date - $2,742.50!
Hisae Price from St. Michael’s Health Care Centre is the lucky winner of the April 10th CHR Pay Day Lotto draw. It is the largest payout in the Pay Day Lottery to date! And the payout continues to grow each week!
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March 31, 2006
Young donor asks for birthday gifts to benefit LRH Pediatrics
For most kids, getting presents is the highlight of having a birthday party. Courtenay Papp had a different idea for her eighth birthday. She asked all her guests to bring a cash donation for the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Children's Ward for her birthday gift. Her mother, Sally Papp, then asked the south side Canadian Tire to match the donations which they did.
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March 24, 2006
March 24th 50/50 Winner - Eleanor Pittman
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Eleanor Pittman, from the Laboratory at the LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Eleanor won $2,540.00 on the March 24th draw – Our Biggest Prize EVER! Congratulations!
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March 24, 2006
We Care Saves for Little Hearts campaign tops $10,000 in contributions to NICU
The first night of the Hurricanes playoff season began with a generous gift to the LRH Foundation on behalf of the We Care Saves for Little Hearts campaign. We Care Home Health Services donates one dollar to the Neo-Natal Intensive Care Unit for every save a Hurricanes goalie makes during the regular season. The 2005/2006 save total turned into a big cheque for $2,093. The We Care Saves campaign has raised $10,523 to date since it began during the 2003/2004 season.
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March 18, 2006
Moonlight Run tops $60,000 in contributions made to LRH Foundation
Through the cold winter night, through the wind and the snow, hundreds of dedicated runners crossed the finish line of the Moonlight Run on Saturday, March 18. The 19th annual run, organized by The Runner's Soul, is one of the biggest races in the province and has contributed more than $60,000 to the LRH Foundation over the years.
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March 13, 2006
NEW - LRH Foundation Focus Newsletter
The new addition of the Winter 2006 LRH Foundation Focus newsletter is posted here for you to view. Click on the PDF link to read about the Foundation's accomplishments over the last few months. If you would like to receive a hard copy of the newsletter, please contact the Foundation office at 388-6001.
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March 10, 2006
March 10th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Norman Zanolli, from Material Management at the LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Norman won $2,527.50 on the March 10th draw – Congratulations!
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March 6, 2006
Telethon Challenge Issued by Wesbridge Construction Petite Lynx
The Wesbridge Construction Petite Lynx ringette team has pledged $5,000 to this year's Care from the Heart Telethon - and they've issued a challenge to all area sports teams to do the same with a pledge of their own. The Lynx will attend the Telethon on Sunday, April 30 to present their donation and issue their personal challenge live on air.
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March 1, 2006
February 24th 50/50 Winner
Brienne Morgan, from the community laboratory at LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Brienne won $2,412.50 on the Feb. 24 draw – Congratulations!
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February 17, 2006
Htut's Model Motorcycles on world wide web to benefit the LRH Foundation
Local Artist Htut Soe Ye has launched a new website this week, to promote his unique Harley-inspired model motorbikes that raise funds for the LRH Foundation.
Visit www.htutsmotorcycles.ca to learn more.
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February 13, 2006
Megan Malowski Wins Largest 50/50 Payday Lotto Prize Yet - $2,450!
Megan Malowski, a unit clerk on Maternal Child at LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Megan won $2,450 on the Feb. 10 draw - the largest prize pot awarded to date.
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February 3, 2006
Popular Moonlight Run Has Raised $52,000 For Our Hospital
Entries are still being accepted for the 2006 Runners Soul Moonlight Run, the popular late night run/walk through the Lethbridge River Valley. Organized by Runners Soul and a dedicated team of volunteers, the March 18 event will be the 19th annual run that has raised $52,000 for medical equipment and programs at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
To enter online, please go to http://www.moonlightrun.com
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February 3, 2006
CHR 50/50 Pay Day Lotto Winner
The CHR 50/50 Pay Day Lotto winner for the January 25th draw for $2,397.50 is Mary Convery, Licensed Practical Nurse working in continuing care at the Coaldale Health Care Centre.
Next pay-in deadline is February 9.
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January 20, 2006
Masonic Foundation of Alberta and Local Masons Team Up for Cardiac Rehab Program
The Masonic Foundation of Alberta and Lethbridge Masons have teamed up to provide a $1,000 donation in support of the Cardiac Rehab program at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital. The funds are incredibly valuable to provide urgently needed equipment and educational material used by Cardiac Rehab clinical educators in helping clients manage their heart disease, says Leila Lavorato, program director.
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January 16, 2006
Mark Campbell Chooses First Steps program for Global TV Community Spirit Donation
When well-known southern Alberta media personality Mark Campbell won the 2005 CanWest Global Community Spirit Award, he decided to donate the $1,000 prize to a charity close to his heart and home. The gift will be used to help extend the reach of the First Steps Program operated by the Chinook Health Region. Mark's wife Sharlene is the manager of the program.
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January 11, 2006
Karaoke Sound System donated to health region by Optimists Club of Lethbridge
The LRH Foundation received a unique musical gift over the holidays. The Downtown Optimists Club of Lethbridge donated a brand new Karaoke Sound System complete with speakers, laptop computer, 60,000 music titles and microphones. The Foundation will loan the machine to various hospital departments for entertainment activities.
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December 23, 2005
CHR 50-50 Pay Day Lotto Winner Collects Largest Payout To Date - $2,420
Patricia Lumley, an employee in Family Health, is the lucky winner of the Dec. 23 CHR Pay Day Lotto draw. Patricia wins $2,420 just in time for Christmas. It is the largest payout in the Pay Day Lottery to date!
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December 20, 2005
At the Heart of our Community: Duncan Petroleum 2002 Donates $10,000
Keith Lyon, Tyler Duncan and Rob Duncan, owners and operators of Duncan Petroleum 2002 Inc. believe contributing to a worthy cause in our community is as important to their customers as it is to them. So they set out with the help of their customers this summer and fall to raise up to $10,000 for the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
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December 15, 2005
Mitten Tree and Feed A Friend donations distributed
Lethbridge and surrounding community members have helped to warm the hearts and hands of families in our community this holiday season with donations given to the Mitten Tree and Feed a Friend program.
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November 29, 2005
Rubber Ducks Fly at Hurricanes Game
It was quite a sight to see some 800 ducks fly at the Lethbridge Hurricanes game Saturday as the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation partnered with We Care Home Health Services to raise funds for the Neo-natal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Spectators purchased rubber ducks at $2 each and tossed them toward centre ice for a chance to win a $500 grand prize package.
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November 28, 2005
New Gastroscopes From Italian Open Brighten Christmas for Day Procedures Staff
Two new gastroscopes arrived just in time for Christmas at the Day Procedures Department at the Lethbridge Regional Hospital. The two scopes, costing about $35,000 each, were purchased with funds raised at the 2005 Val Matteotti Italian Open Golf Tournament August 10.
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November 21, 2005
Auxiliary Lights of Hope Appeal Underway
Ladies of the Auxiliary to the Lethbridge Regional Hospital were on hand Tuesday, Nov. 15 to launch their 11th Annual Lights of Hope campaign. The Auxiliary, in partnership with the LRH Foundation, hopes the community will respond positively to the campaign and raise at least $140,000 for medical equipment, including an anesthetic machine with cardiac monitor for the new operating room at LRH.
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November 17, 2005
Community Savings Donates $37,500 For Sick Kids at LRH
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation is pleased to be the recipient of $37,500 from Community Savings to establish the Pediatrics Family Room at the Hospital. The announcement has been gratefully received by the physicians and staff of the Unit who work with sick and injured children and their families.
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October 27, 2005
Pediatrician Group Puts Money Where Their Hearts Are
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation has received a generous $6,000 donation from the local paediatrician group who also have challenged other physicians to support local health needs. Doctor John Holland, Medical Director of Family Health, made the presentation.
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October 4, 2005
Saturn of Lethbridge Playground Project
Paul McDonald, Saturn of Lethbridge Retailer, hands over a big $5,000 cheque to Stan Heller, left, Executive Director of the LRH Foundation, for the Saturn Playground Project. The dealership has contributed $20,000 to date for a special playground that will be used for assessment and therapeutic activity for children's care clients and play for visiting children.
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October 4, 2005
Thank you Tim Horton's for Smile Cookies
LRH Volunteer Andre Lamoureux lent a helping hand last week to sell Smile Cookies in the hospital atrium, part of Tim Horton's Smile Campaign to raise funds for the LRH Foundation. The cookies sold at the hospital and Tim Horton's 3rd ave and 13 st locations with proceeds to the Foundation.
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September 30, 2005
Dream Home Winner from Foremost, AB
Congratulations to Trudy Carrels from Foremost, AB. Trudy has won the $287,000 Dream Home in the fifth annual DreamLife Lottery.
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September 15, 2005
CHR Dr. wins DreamLife Early Bird Prize
Day Procedures staff at LRH share Dr. Ian Hurdle's excitement at winning the early bird prize in the Hospitals DreamLife Lottery. Dr. Hurdle, an orthopedic surgeon, won a beautiful 2005 Chevy Blazer 4x4 provided by Murray Chevrolet Oldsmobile Cadillac of Lethbridge.
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August 19, 2005
First Early Winner Drawn in DreamLife Lottery
The DreamLife Lottery has had a great early response in ticket sales leading up to the first draw deadline on Aug. 15. A total of 3,236 tickets were included in this morning’s (Friday, Aug. 19) EARLY Early Bird Draw for a fabulous weekend getaway for two to Victoria, B.C. PLUS $1,000 spending cash. The lucky winner was Joy Trieber from Taber, AB.
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August 12, 2005
Lottery close to 50% sold out!
Only a few days remain before the Monday, August 15 ticket purchase deadline for the Hospitals DreamLife Lottery EARLY Early Bird Draw. The fifth annual lottery is a partnership between nine health foundations serving all communities in the Chinook Health Region.
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July 14, 2005
Check out our Summer Newsletter
The LRH Foundation has just finalized the summer edition of the Foundation Focus Newsletter. Inside you'll find stories on the ways the Foundation is putting donor gifts to work for the LRH, the new Caring Hearts Tribute Fund program, how to make a designated gift, a picture gallery of community generated gifts over the last few months, and more. Please click on the PDF link below and catch up with us.
Foundation Focus Newsletter - Summer 2005
(pdf file, 16 pages)
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June 11, 2005
Warm hearted hand-made quilt donation to LRH
THe LRH Atrium was transformed into a busy quilting bee as volunteers gathered for a special LDS Community Service Day. Lethbridge Stake members pieced and sewed quilts throughout the morning for numerous charities in Lethbridge, including the LRH.
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June 5, 2005
Annual Teddy Bear Run donates dozens of toys to children in hospital
The roar of Harleys could be heard from blocks away as the 7th Annual Teddy Bear Run made its way to the LHR on Sunday morning. Maria Malcolm, child life specialist for the CHR, and her volunteers waited anxiously in the north parking lot as dozens of shiny bikes pulled up, decorated with stuffed toys of every shape and size.
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May 31, 2005
Foundation mourns board member passing
The staff and board members of the LRH Foundation are saddened by the news of the passing of Mary Robison on Saturday, May 28, 2005. Mary served on the LRH Foundation board for eight years, which included a big involvement in raising funds for the MRI campaign.
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May 17, 2005
Knitting Time Back-to-Back Wool Challenge raises $892 for Breast Health Program
The international Back-to-Back Wool Challenge took place on Saturday, May 14 in Centre Village Mall and challenged two 8-person teams to see how fast they could blade sheer a sheep, spin the wool, and knit a full sweater. The event raised $892 for the Breast Health Program at the LRH.
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May 12, 2005
Vicki Cavanagh Wins $1,377.50 in new CHR 50/50 Pay Day Lotto
Vicki Cavanagh, a public health nurse with Wellness Services in Pincher Creek, is the first winner in the LRH Foundation's new CHR 50/50 Pay Day Lotto. Vicki won $1,377.50 on Tuesday, May 10.
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May 2, 2005
Care From the Heart Telethon a huge success!
The LRH Foundation extends sincere thanks to the southern Alberta community who made the 14th Annual Care From the Heart Telethon the most successful to date, recognizing and receiving almost $700,000 in pledges and donations!
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April 7, 2005
Hurricanes Goalie issues fundraising challenge
Hurricanes goalie Aaron Sorochan has issued a fundraising challenge to all locals in support of the LRH Foundation’s upcoming Care From the Heart Telethon. Aaron has pledged $139, one dollar for each goal he let in over the past season.
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March 23, 2005
$500 Telethon Challenge Issued by Wesbridge Construction Petite Lynx
The Wesbridge Construction Petite Lynx ringette team has pledged $500 to this year's Care from the Heart Telethon - and they've issued a challenge to all area sports teams to do the same. The Lynx will attend the Telethon on Sunday, May 1 to issue their personal challenge.
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March 19, 2005
Moonlight Run A Great Success - Proceeds Will Support Care from the Heart Telethon
More than 2000 partipants ran or walked in picturesque if slightly snowy conditions in the 18th annual Runner's Soul Moonlight Run Saturday, March 19. A portion of proceeds is directed annually to the Care from the Heart Telethon to purchase medical equipment for the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
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March 18, 2005
LETHBRIDGE MCDONALD’S ANNOUNCES CHARITY OF CHOICE
McHAPPY DAY® ARRIVES IN LETHBRIDGE ON MAY 18, 2005
McDonald’s across Lethbridge join 1,350 Canadian
McDonald’s restaurants in fundraising celebration
Lethbridge (March 21, 2005) - Announces that May 18, 2005 will be McHappy Day 2005, McDonald’s Canada’s national fundraising event for the year. On this day, one dollar from every McMuffin®, Big Mac® and Happy Meal® sold will benefit local children’s charities across the country. In Lethbridge, all funds raised will be donated to Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation and Ronald McDonald House-Calgary.
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March 11, 2005
Quilt Raffle Supports Raymond Auxiliary
The Raymond Auxilary is once again selling tickets for their popular annual quilt raffle project. The Auxiliary supports medical equipment and programs at the Raymond Hospital, and also has made a generous contribution to the LRH Foundation's 2005 Care from the Heart Telethon.
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March 11, 2005
Violet Gall Takes Pride In Donation of Therapeutic Bed
Mrs. Violet Gal was proud to visit the hospital recently and see the new thereapeutic bed she has donated for the palliative care and medical patients at LRH. The bed has an air-cushioned mattress, raises and lowers at the push of a button, as well as many new features for the ease and comfort of both patient and staff.
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March 10, 2005
March 24th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital – Norman Zanolli, from Material Management at the LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Norman won $2,527.50 on the March 10th draw – Congratulations!
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March 10, 2005
March 24th 50/50 Winner
Lethbridge Regional Hospital - Brienne Morgan, from the community laboratory at LRH is the latest winner in the popular CHR Payday 50/50 Lotto. Brienne won $2,412.50 on the Feb. 24 draw – Congratulations!
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March 10, 2005
Palliative Care Team Says Thanks For Donation
The LRH Foundation's Finance committee ensures that the valued contributions by donors are used in keeping with their wishes and for equipment and programs that will enhance care. The Palliative Care Team recently wrote the Foundation the following note to express their gratitude for a funding allocation to buy Oximeters that measure oxygen levels in the blood.
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February 25, 2005
Moonlight Run Supports Lethbridge Regional Hospital
Entries are still available for the Runners Soul 18th Annual Moonlight Run which once again will direct proceeds to the LRH Foundation for medical equipment. The run is open to all ages and goes Saturday, March 19 at Lethbridge Centre beginning at 7:30 p.m..
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February 20, 2005
Foundation Focus Newsletter Available On-Line
The Winter "Foundation Focus" newsletter for donors and friends of the LRH Foundation is now available on-line. This edition is packed with information and photos about donor generosity, ways to support our great hospital and upcoming fundraising events such as the Care from the Heart Telethon.
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February 17, 2005
Bequest Helps Buy Medical Equipment
A $3,000 bequest left to the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation leaves a lasting legacy for the donor of providing a gift of medical equipment to help others.
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January 19, 2005
ENMAX Suite Auction rasies $1,200 for the LRH Foundation
A $1,200 cheque was presented to the LRH Foundation from ENMAX Corporation and local radio stations Country 95.5 and B-93. An ENMAX Suite was auctioned live on-air during the Country 95 and B-93 morning shows to raise funds for the Foundation.
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January 3, 2005
Odd Fellows Add $10,000 To Eye Care Fund
A $10,000 gift was received in late December from the Odd Fellow Rebekah Visual Research Foundation of Alberta. The gift will be added to a $30,000 endowment fund started at the hospital in 1995.
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January 1, 2005
Jacquie’s Salon & Spa owner Jacquie Solorzano on Thursday, November 2 presented donations in the amount of $2,318 in memory of Matthew de Casmaker for the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation.
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January 1, 2005
19th Annual Moonlight Run tops $60,000 to LHR Foundation
Through the cold winter night, through the wind and the snow, hundreds of dedicated runners crossed the finish line of the Moonlight Run on Saturday. The 19th annual run, organized by The Runner's Soul, is one of the biggest races in the province and has contributed more than $60,000 to the LRH Foundation over the years.
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December 20, 2004
LRH Foundation announces Launch of New Website: LRHFoundation.com
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation today launched a New Website designed at gathering the Community around a common goal to enhance patient and health services.
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December 20, 2004
New Vital Signs System Makes Wonderful Christmas Gift for Hospital Intensive Care Unit
The Lethbridge Regional Hospital Foundation announced December 20 a gift of $53,000 to purchase a central vital signs monitoring system for the Intensive Care Unit of the Hospital.
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December 15, 2004
Keeping Hands and Hearts Warm this Holiday Season
For the past year, the Friends of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital Craft Club has been busy knitting mittens, toques and scarves to decorate the 14-foot Mitten Tree in the atrium of the Lethbridge Regional Hospital.
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December 12, 2004
Huntsville School makes a warm donation
A Grade 1 and 2 split class from Huntsville School in Iron Springs made a very warm donation to the hospital in December. The 23 children in Mrs. Andrea Klassen’s class made a beautiful patchwork quilt as part of their Math unit learning patterns, space and measurement.
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December 6, 2004
$10,000 donation from Calgary-based Provident Energy
The neo-natal intensive care unit received a $10,000 donation from Calgary-based Provident Energy to help purchase a fetal heart monitor.
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November 24, 2004
Order of the Eastern Star has $1,200 gift to purchase a hand-held saturation monitor
Representatives from the Order of the Eastern Star (right) present the Pediatrics unit managers Leslie McCoy (far left) and Sharon Duek with a $1,200 gift to purchase a hand-held saturation monitor.
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November 24, 2004
New Crib and Armfuls of Teddy's for LRH Children's Units
The staff at Bridge City have raised enough money through weekly 50/50 draws to purchase a new infant crib, as well as new teddy's for the NICU and Pediatrics units.
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November 3, 2004
Lethbridge Masons make a gift to the LRH Cardiac Rehab Program
For the second time this year, the Lethbridge Masons, represented by Bill Glover, made a gift to the LRH Cardiac Rehab Program, this time for $1,000.
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October 18, 2004
Annual holiday Ginger Bears campaign another success
Earl’s Restaurant owner Richard Daley (left) presents executive director Stan Heller with a $875 cheque. Proceeds were raised through the annual holiday Ginger Bears campaign.
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September 19, 2004
30 shiny motorbikes roar into the LRH
More than 30 shiny motorbikes roared up to the front entrance of the LRH with Santa leading the way. The Prairie Wind Riders motorcycle club, led by Bruce Mathieu (Santa), delivered a $3,500 cheque along with armfuls of new toys for the Pediatrics unit.
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June 21, 2004
Order of the Royal Purple donates to the the Audiology department
Arlene Albiez and other representatives of the Order of the Royal Purple #32, Lethbridge donated $7,500 for the Audiology department to purchase a clinical audiometer, used for testing hearing in young children.
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June 9, 2004
Annual Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign
Local Tim Horton’s stores and the LRH Foundation sold a lot of smiles this summer during the annual Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie campaign. The delicious jumbo chocolate chip cookies were sold for $2 each during a week in June and raised $3015 for the LRH Foundation.
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