Category: Impact

Double Your Impact: $5 Million Matching Campaign

Double Your Impact: Cowichan District Hospital Foundation Launches Region’s Largest-Ever $5 Million Matching Campaign for New Hospital

DUNCAN, BC, January 15, 2025 – The Cowichan District Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce a landmark partnership with Jimmy Pattison to support the purchase of state-of-the-art medical equipment for Cowichan’s new hospital. This transformative initiative features matching donations up to $5 million, providing a unique opportunity for community members to double the impact of their gifts toward the new healthcare facility that is currently under construction.

The new Cowichan District Hospital replacement project marks a pivotal time in the delivery of healthcare in the Cowichan Valley. With enhanced capacity and numerous cutting-edge features, the new hospital will ensure residents receive the highest quality of care, closer to home. The $5 million matching campaign is a critical step in meeting the hospital’s need for the very latest in medical equipment, so that healthcare providers have the tools they need to deliver the most exceptional care to patients.

“This is our chance to be a part of creating something truly remarkable for the Cowichan Valley,” said David Robertson, Board Chair of the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation. “This matching campaign gives our community the power to make a hugely impactful and lasting difference. We can help create a world-class healthcare facility that reflects the quality and the spirit of our region.”

Naomi Low, Executive Director of the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation, highlighted the historic scale of the campaign. “We are profoundly grateful to Jimmy Pattison for his visionary leadership and generosity. This is the largest-ever matching campaign in our region, and a chance for our community to come together and really make history,” said Low. “Together, we can ensure that our community will have the most exceptional medical care for generations to come.”

The contribution reflects Jimmy Pattison’s commitment to positive change and improving lives. Every donation made to the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation during this campaign will be matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $5 million.

The Cowichan District Hospital Foundation invites individuals, families, businesses, and organizations across the Cowichan Valley and beyond to join in this historic campaign. Whether through one-time or monthly donations, legacy gifts, estate contributions, naming opportunities, or other fundraising initiatives, every donation brings the foundation closer to its $20 million goal.

How to Donate

Online at www.cdhfoundation.ca
By phone at 250-701-0399
By mail or in person at our office: 7233 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan, BC, V9L 6B1 (open Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm)

About Cowichan District Hospital Foundation:

Since 1984, the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation has been raising funds in support of Cowichan District Hospital and Cairnsmore Place. Currently, the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation is also raising funds for Cowichan’s new hospital, estimated to open in early 2027. Through the generosity of its donors, the foundation helps bring world-class equipment to the region, reducing wait times, improving patient experiences, and allowing for more patients to be cared for in their home community.

About Jimmy Pattison:
Jimmy Pattison is one of Canada’s leading philanthropists, committed to supporting initiatives impacting people in communities across the country. His contributions to healthcare, education, and community development reflect a deep commitment to his ongoing desire to support positive change for people in the Cowichan Valley.

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Media Contact:
Naomi Low, Executive Director
Cowichan District Hospital Foundation
250-701-0399 | 778-984-2376 | nlow@cdhfoundation.ca

Posted January 15, 2025

The Best Health Care Starts Here

As the year comes to a close, it’s a great time to consider making a donation before the tax year ends. Your generous gift not only helps us continue our mission to improve healthcare in our community, but it may also provide you with valuable tax benefits. By donating before December 31, you can take advantage of potential deductions while making a meaningful impact on the lives of those who need it most.

Although the postal strike has delayed our regular mail brochure, there are still many convenient ways to donate:

Online: Visit our website https://cdhfoundation.ca to give quickly and securely from anywhere, anytime.
Phone: Call us at 250-701-0399 and we’d be happy to process your donation.
In-Person: Drop by our office if you’re local – we’d love to see you, and we have coffee, tea, and hot chocolate available, too! 7233 Trans-Canada Highway, Duncan. We are open Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm. *During the holidays, we will be closed Dec.23-37 and January 1*
Arrange a local pick-up: If the above options aren’t a good fit for you, but you’d still like to donate, please contact our office and we’ll do our best to arrange a donation pick-up locally.

Rest assured, any donations delayed due to the postal strike will be receipted for the date in which it was originally sent.

Every contribution, big or small, brings us one step closer to a healthier future for all. Thank you for your support!

PS: To view a digital version of our brochure, click here.

Posted: December 11, 2024

Celebrate 40 Years!

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for a special milestone celebration as the Cowichan District Hospital Foundation marks 40 incredible years of community impact! Thanks to the generous support of the community, we have provided vital medical equipment for Cowichan District Hospital and Cairnsmore Place.

Join us on Wednesday, October 2nd, from 10 AM to 2 PM at our brand-new office located at 7233 Trans-Canada, across the highway from The Cowichan Exhibition Grounds. We’ll be celebrating this momentous occasion with:

A delicious barbecue
Tours of our new office
Come see the architectural drawings for Cowichan’s new hospital
Plus, 89.7 Sun FM will be broadcasting live from the event!
Door prizes

This event is our way of saying thank you for your ongoing generosity and commitment to improving healthcare in our community. Together, we’ve accomplished so much, and we look forward to celebrating this milestone with you.

Posted September 16, 2024

Impact Report Summer 2024

We’re so thankful to all of the individuals, families and organizations that support and invest in Cowichan healthcare. We wanted to highlight some of our recent healthcare successes in our community, so we’ve created an Impact Report that shares some of our milestones and projects in 2023 and early 2024.

Please click the image below to view the full size Impact Report.

Posted September 1, 2024

Impact Report Summer 2023

Please click the image below to view the full size Impact Report.

Posted August 3, 2023

2023 Champagne Dinner & Auction

We were so pleased to host our Champagne Dinner & Auction on April 22 at Shawnigan Lake School. It was an incredible evening dedicated to Cowichan healthcare.

Thank you to everyone who helped support our event, including guests, sponsors, suppliers, vendors, volunteers, staff and students at the beautiful venue, and everyone who kindly donated items to our auctions. This event wouldn’t be possible without so many generous community members coming together in support of this important cause.

We are very proud to share that, together, we raised $260,000 net in support of purchasing much needed equipment for Cowichan District Hospital and Cairnsmore Place, as well as dedicating a portion of the funds to the new hospital. Thank you for investing in Cowichan healthcare!

Posted May 31, 2023