Events

March 9, 2010

THANK YOU! We have achived our $1 million goal for minimally invasive surgery! Many of our donors and staff members were onhand to celebrate this special announcement and hear about how upgrades to two of our minimally invasive surgery suites will help patients experiece less pain, fewer complications, and faster recovery times.

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October 20, 2009

The 2011 Society is a distinguished gift-giving club whose mission is to raise $1 million for priority projects within the hospital prior

to the Vic's 100th anniversary in 2011. Members are invited to an annual private reception, where they have the opportunity to hear

about current developments and projects on the horizon at the Vic.

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April 8, 2009

Over 100 people celebrated the official sod-turning for the Vic's new Emergency Centre. This state-of-the-art facility will offer

technologically advanced care for patiets and a more spacious work environment for staff.

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March 21, 2009 - Hot Hot Hot

In March, the Foundation presented Hot Hot Hot, an evening of hot food, hot fashion, and hot prizes. Over 400 guests gathered

at the Fairmont Winnipeg to witness a spectacular fashion show produced by Panache Model Management.

The event raised $50,000 for the Vic's minimally invasive surgery project.

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January 18, 2009 - Multi-Faith Blessing Ceremony and Open House

Over 150 people attended a multi-faith blessing ceremony and open house at the Vic's new Buhler Cancer Centre. Guests

were guided through the centre as blessings were given to different areas in the building.

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November 4, 2008 - Buhler Cancer Centre Opening

The new Buhler Cancer Centre offers patients a soothing environment that promotes healing and strength. It features a

quiet room for reflection and an expanded resource centre to provide patients with answers and options. The Centre

accommodates three full-time oncologists and has dedicated space for pharmacy, social services, and nutritional services.

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October 16, 2008 - 2011 Society Annual Reception with the President

The 2011 Society is a distinguished gift-giving club whose mission is to raise $1 million for priority projects within the hospital prior

to the Vic's 100th anniversary in 2011. Members are invited to an annual private reception, where they have the opportunity to meet

other community leaders and senior Victoria General Hospital staff.

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May 13, 2008 - A Dinner in Honour of Dr. Ian Maxwell

Over 200 colleagues, patients, and families gathered at the Caboto Centre to pay tribute to Dr. Ian Maxwell, the Vic's Medical

Director of Oncology. Dr. Maxwell was recognized for his tireless commitment to his patients and to the advancement of cancer care

and treatment at the Victoria General Hospital.

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March 27, 2008 - Jewels

In March, the Vic Foundation presented Jewels, an evening of Indian music and ballet in support of the Vic’s minimally invasive surgery

program. A crowd of over 1,000 people witnessed the spectacular performance by Manohar Performing Arts of Canada at Pantages

Playhouse Theatre. The event raised almost $100,000 for the program.

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January 26, 2008 - Dinner in the O.R.

Nearly 100 guests attended tested out their laporoscopic surgery skills at this fun and informative evening in support of the Vic's minimally

invasive surgery project. Surgeons and staff gave tours of the O.R. and demonstrated the latest techniques while outlining plans to convert

two of the rooms into minimally invasive suites.

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October 17, 2007 – South Beach Casino $100,000 Gift
The South Beach Casino presented a $100,000 cheque to the hospital in support of the Vic's new Cancer Centre. The donation, from

the South Beach Casino Community Spirit Fund, is believed to be the first major gift by an aboriginal-owned company to a Manitoba

health facility.

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September 26, 2007 – 2011 Society Reception with the President
Over 200 community leaders attended the second annual 2011 Society reception with Hospital President Ray Racette. In just two years,

the Society has raised over $200,000 for the Vic’s new Emergency Centre.

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April 26, 2007 – Cancer Centre Sod-Turning
Donors, government representatives, hospital staff, volunteers and board members celebrated the official sod turning for the

Vic’s new Cancer Centre.

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March 13, 2007 – Redevelopment Funding Announcement & Opening of Mature Women’s Centre
The Government of Manitoba announced its commitment of over $13 million to the Vic’s redevelopment project and the official

opening of the new Mature Women’s Centre at the Vic.

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