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Feb 28, 2024

Get to know our new President & CEO, Ashley Davidson

We sat down with our new President & CEO, Ashley Davidson, to hear her thoughts on healthcare, the importance of supporting community healthcare and more. Here’s what she had to share: Why is healthcare important to you?To me, there is nothing more...

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Feb 21, 2024

Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation appoints Ashley Davidson as new President & CEO

February 21, 2024 – The Board of Directors of the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation (JBHF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ashley Davidson as the Foundation’s next President & CEO. Ashley was selected after a comprehensive search and...

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Feb 6, 2024

Annual Donor Report 2023

We are pleased to share our 2023 Annual Donor Report, which highlights a few of the patient care moments and program successes at Joseph Brant Hospital over the past year. These stories showcase how the lives of our patients and their families are...

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Jan 16, 2024

Michael and Laura Paletta donate $5M to support Mental Health and Addictions Unit at Joseph Brant Hospital  

Burlington, ON – Michael and Laura Paletta have announced a transformational gift of $5M to the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation`s $20M For All MindsCampaign in support of the redevelopment and expansion of the Mental Health & Addictions unit at Joseph...

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Jan 31, 2023

Annual Donor Report 2022

We are pleased to share our 2022 Annual Donor Report, which highlights a few of the patient care moments and program successes at Joseph Brant Hospital over the past year. We are pleased to share these stories of how the lives of our patients and their...

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Jan 30, 2023

JBHF Nominated for Reader’s Choice 2023

The JBH Foundation has been nominated for a Burlington Post Reader’s Choice award in the non-profit/Foundation sector for the third year in a row. A special thank you goes to the members of the community that nominated us! Voting is now open on the...

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Jan 20, 2023

Statement on the passing of Mrs. Teresa Longo

The Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation and Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation are saddened by the passing of Teresa Longo and are incredibly thankful for the impact of the family’s generosity. Mrs. Longo has a long history with Joseph Brant Hospital...

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Jun 1, 2022

Alinea Group Holdings Inc. joins the More Than Just A Business Campaign as lead donor

Alinea Group Holdings Inc. (formerly the Paletta Group of Companies) has joined the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation’s More Than Just a Business campaign as the lead donor as we look to raise $100,000 in 100 days. Alinea will match all corporate donations...

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May 25, 2022

Burlington Soccer Club names Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation Official Charitable Partner for League 1 Bayhawks Teams

The Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation is honoured to announce an official charitable partnership with the Burlington Soccer Club (BSC) and the Bayhawks League 1 team. The BSC is committed to supporting the community with the ultimate goal of ensuring we are...

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May 20, 2022

Request a We Love Our Hospital Lawn Sign

Once again this spring, you can show your support for Joseph Brant Hospital and the incredibly dedicated healthcare workers how much you support them with a We Love Our Hospital lawn sign. Simply request your sign below and you will receive contactless...

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May 11, 2022

We’re coming door-to-door asking for your support

We're coming to your neighbourhood during our door-to-door fundraising campaign to homes across Burlington to invite you to join our Community of Care with a monthly donation....

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Apr 7, 2022

JBHF Named Reader’s Choice Award Winner

For the second consecutive year, the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation won a Burlington Post Reader’s Choice Award in the non-profit/Foundation sector, taking home Gold. A special thank you goes to the members of the community that voted us! Congrats to the...

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Mar 8, 2022

JBHF Celebrates International Women’s Day

On March 8th, Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation celebrated International Women’s Day with our 4th annual Women in Leadership & Philanthropy Virtual Panel Discussion.  The insightful discussion showcased the power of women’s voices through...

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Feb 17, 2022

Celebrating Black History Month: Ancilla Ho-Young

Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The 2022 theme for Black History Month is “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day,” which...

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Feb 10, 2022

Celebrating Black History Month: Michael Lee-Chin

Every February, people across Canada participate in Black History Month to honour the legacy of Black Canadians and their communities. The 2022 theme for Black History Month is “February and Forever: Celebrating Black History today and every day,” which...

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Feb 4, 2022

Recognizing TD Bank Group’s commitment to youth mental health

As we continue to live with the impacts of a global pandemic, we are still facing disruptions in our daily lives. We are searching for a new normal, and while we have all been affected, nobody has felt this more than the children. Studies have shown that in...

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Dec 16, 2021

Thank you Mrs. Teresa Longo

The ongoing pandemic meant Mrs. Longo was unable to visit patients during her traditional holiday visit. However, she did bring gifts for patients and a donation from the Longo Family Foundation in support of urgent needs at Joseph Brant Hospital. The Longo...

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Dec 15, 2021

Messages of Gratitude

This holiday season, we asked our community to send messages of gratitude and support to our staff on the frontlines. These are some of their words of appreciation and thanks for the work they do every...

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Nov 11, 2021

Supporting Healthcare through Gift of Securities

As tax year-end is around the corner, you may be looking for ways to make the most of your charitable contributions while making an impact on healthcare in your community. Did you know that by donating publicly traded securities, you eliminate the capital...

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Oct 27, 2021

Leaving a legacy and supporting healthcare close to home

November is Make-a-Will month, a time to raise awareness of the importance of having a will in place to ensure your estate plans – such as wishes for your legacy and taking care of your loved ones – are carried out as you intended. Leaving a...

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Sep 25, 2021

RBC Foundation supports youth mental health

The RBC Foundation began supporting the expansion of the CAP Clinic back in 2013, enabling the program to grow from one day a week to five days a week, offering the children, youth and families in our community better access to...

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Mar 15, 2021

“The most impactful, inspiring moment of my career.”

That’s how Dr. Ian Preyra, Chief of Staff at Joseph Brant Hospital describes playing a part in a world-first, alongside the team at Joseph Brant Hospital. Mike Neill was a Burlington resident, a police officer in Peel region and an Ontario Hockey...

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Mar 11, 2021

One-Year Anniversary of COVID-19 Pandemic

One year ago, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, a moment that would change all of our lives. As we look back, it is difficult to measure the profound...

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Mar 8, 2021

JBHF Celebrates International Women’s Day

On March 8th, Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation celebrated International Women’s Day with our 3rd annual Women in Leadership & Philanthropy Virtual Panel Discussion.  The dynamic discussion showcased opportunities and challenges unique to women...

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Jan 4, 2021

JBH Opens Regional Pandemic Response Unit

Joseph Brant Hospital’s Pandemic Response Unit (PRU) – the first of its kind built in Ontario – is open and ready to care for its first COVID-19 patients, as part of a strategy to respond to a heightened need for COVID-19 care and increasing pressure on...

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Nov 30, 2020

JBH’s PHAST Program Takes Home a Series of Awards

Joseph Brant Hospital’s PHAST program was awarded $30,000 for the Overall Challenge in the Priority Health Innovation Challenge held by the Canadian Foundation for Healthcare Improvement. The Overall Challenge asked teams to demonstrate overall how...

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Nov 2, 2020

Thank you for your support during COVID-19

We know we are stronger when we stand together. Thank you for standing with us in the moments that matter. The COVID-19 global pandemic has tested our strength and our resilience in ways we could never have...

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Oct 26, 2020

Remembering David Braley

It is with profound sadness that Joseph Brant Hospital and the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation acknowledge the passing of David Braley. Mr. Braley was a Hamilton businessman and champion for the Canadian Football League where he served as owner of three...

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Jun 15, 2020

Statement on Anti-Racism from the Chairs of the Joseph Brant Hospital and Foundation Boards of Direc

As you may know, last week the Hospital and Foundation released a joint statement addressing recent events that have exposed systemic racism and intolerance that plague society. We too are deeply troubled by the killing of George Floyd, and the violence...

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Jun 12, 2020

Joseph Brant Hospital and Foundation Statement on Anti-Racism

We, like you, are deeply disturbed and upset by the recent events that have once again exposed the systemic racism and intolerance that plague society. The death of George Floyd was horrifying and unjust. Racialized individuals should not have to live in...

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Jun 9, 2020

Thank you to our Corporate Donors to our COVID-19 Response

The COVID-19 pandemic brough unprecdented challenges to Joseph Brant Hospital. We needed the support of our community to respond quickly to prepare to face the challenge of COVID-19 head on. Our community stepped up and supported our COVID-19 Response in...

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Apr 27, 2020

Buy a T-Shirt and Show Your Support

For the staff at Joseph Brant Hospital, each day is another in our ongoing response to COVID-19. They are in our hospital wearing face shields, masks, gloves and gowns to protect themselves and our patients from infection. Purchase your t-shirt today and...

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Apr 17, 2020

Request a We Love Our Hospital Lawn Sign

Every day, the impact of COVID-19 is felt across our city and around the world. For many people, it is about trying to normalize life as we know it.  But for the staff at Joseph Brant Hospital, each day is another in our ongoing response to...

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Apr 16, 2020

COVID-19 Update – April 16

On behalf of the entire Foundation, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible support we have received from our community. Your support for our staff through donations of Personal Protective Equipment, technology and in-kind support has shown...

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Mar 25, 2020

Personal Protective Equipment Needed

At Joseph Brant Hospital we are committed to exemplary health care. We are focused on clinicalexcellence, quality and patient safety through Compassionate Care, Exemplary Service, Every Time. As the impacts of COVID-19 continue to unfold, keeping our...

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Mar 19, 2020

Our commitment to our community during COVID-19

I am reaching out today to provide an update on how Joseph Brant Hospital and the Foundation are responding to the current novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We remain steadfast in our commitment to the health and safety of our staff, donors and partners...

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Mar 15, 2020

COVID-19 Update – March 15

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation remains committed to our donors while ensuring that Joseph Brant Hospital can continue to provide the care our patients need every day. Foundation staff are accessible to answer any questions...

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Oct 25, 2019

Angelo Paletta honoured as 2019 Distinguished Philanthropist

The Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation is pleased to congraulate Angelo Paletta, the 2019 Distinguished Philanthropist by the Burlington Foundation.  Paletta’s philanthropic contributions have been felt across the community including the Paletta...

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Jun 21, 2019

Congratulations to our Join the J School Challenge Winners

Congratulations to our Join the J School Challenge winners! Each school participated in activities in support of local healthcare and get to enjoy a pizza party sponsored by Boston Pizza Burlington South Holy Rosary Catholic Elementary School joined by...

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