A Message from our President & CEO
Welcome to the inaugural issue of new thinking times, a newsletter for friends and supporters of Women’s College Hospital!
Women’s College Hospital Foundation is pleased to present this quarterly e-newsletter to provide you with the latest in exciting news and developments at Women’s College.
In this issue, we highlight the return of our signature gala, An Evening with Tony Blair. You will also read about our Hospital’s important new role in shaping the future of health care delivery in Ontario. We share some excellent health resources, and tell you about some great opportunities to get involved. We also shine our spotlight on a special supporter whose commitment to Women’s is truly inspirational.
We hope you enjoy new thinking times, and look forward to sharing more news with you in the coming months.
Best regards,
WCH Foundation Launches An Evening with Tony Blair!
On Thursday, May 29th Women’s College will welcome the Honourable Tony Blair, Prime Minister, Great Britain and Northern Ireland (1997 - 2007) and Middle East Quartet Representative. An Evening with Tony Blair will take place in the Grand Ballroom at the Sheraton Centre, with over 1,000 prominent business and community leaders expected to attend.
For additional information on this outstanding event, to purchase tickets or tables, or read about sponsorship opportunities, click here to visit the event web site.
Women’s College Hospital: The New Face of Medicine
On April 1, 2006, Women’s College Hospital regained independent governance with a new mandate from the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care as Ontario’s first and only academic ambulatory care hospital, and the province’s only hospital with a primary focus on women’s health.
Read about the vitally important role that Women’s College has to play in shaping the future of health care, education and research.
Women’s College Chief of Psychiatry wins prestigious Inspiration Award
Dr. Anthony Levitt, Chief of Psychiatry at Women’s College, was recently honoured with a prestigious Inspiration Award from the Mood Disorders Association of Ontario. The Hope Award presented to Dr. Levitt recognizes individuals who work in treatment or research to inspire hope for recovery from a mood disorder.
Read the press release for the 2008 Inspiration Awards.
Thanking a Long-Time Friend…
It’s rare to find a person who continuously gives his time, treasures and talents to improve the lives of others. At Women’s College, we are very fortunate to have Larry Lamantia as a valued donor, volunteer and supporter.
Larry’s decades-long dedication to Women’s College is truly outstanding. Click here to read his story, along with those of others whose extraordinary commitment inspires us all.
Join us April 27th at the Walk of Life in support of Cardiac Rehabilitation
Support the Women’s Cardiovascular Health Initiative on Sunday April 27, 2008 by participating in the 2008 Walk of Life! Your whole family can get involved in this 3, 5 or 7 km Walk that starts at Exhibition Place and follows the scenic Martin Goodman Trail along the waterfront, while helping to raise funds for Cardiac Rehabilitation.
Click here for more information on the 2008 Walk of Life.
You’re Invited…
On Tuesday, April 29th, Women's College Hospital will host Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention, the third installment of the popular Women's Health Matters Seminar Series. The seminars are open to the public and provide a great opportunity to hear the latest information, news and research findings directly from the women's health experts at Women's College Hospital.
Read more about the April 29th Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention seminar.
Announcing the Women’s College Hospital Foundation Golf Classic!
WCHF invites you to join us for our inaugural golf tournament, the Women’s College Hospital Foundation Golf Classic, on Tuesday, September 23rd at the prestigious King Valley Golf Club.
Click here for more information on this exciting event.
What Will You Do With Your BCE Shares?
This is a great time to donate your BCE shares to Women’s College. If your donation is completed before the proposed buy-out, you will receive a tax receipt for the full market value of the shares, and won’t have to pay tax on the increase in value – because there is no capital gains tax on securities when they are donated to a registered charity. Your gift will help to build a bright future for women everywhere!
For more information, contact Linda Pearson, Vice President Development & Campaign Director, or call us at 416-323-6323.
Women Wading Through the Web: A Health Toolkit
Do you rely on the Internet as a source of health information for yourself and your family? Women Wading Through the Web: A Health Toolkit helps consumers navigate the often confusing maze of health information on the Web.
Click here to read more about this new online resource from womenshealthmatters.ca. |
