Beers, Burgers and Bouquets

Get your tickets today for Beers, Burgers & Bouquets!

A Men-Only Event Supporting the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.

Monday February 13, 2012 at 4pm at the Enjoy Centre.

For tickets call 780-419-6800 and press 3

For more information click here

Building A Home Full of Hope

JANUARY 9, 2012

Healthy Home 2012 is a very special fundraiser that brings together home builder Perry Homes, the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation and community-minded trades and suppliers to build a beautiful new home in the Edmonton area. The home is then sold on the open market and proceeds raised are donated to the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation.

“Over the years Perry Homes has been delighted to be part of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation’s fundraising efforts,” says Burke Perry, partner of Perry Homes. “The team here at Perry Homes is thrilled to be taking part once again in this wonderful project and we’re so proud of this home.”

This year the funds raised from Healthy Home are going towards a Simulation Centre for Health Learning inside the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. This will be the first training centre dedicated specifically to women’s health in Alberta. The Simulation Centre for Health Learning will be a state-of-the-art technical environment that will allow healthcare professionals to improve their readiness, skills and ability to provide exceptional patient care.

“We see so much potential in a new Simulation Centre at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women,” says Maureen McCaw, a director at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation and Chair of the Simulation Centre for Health Learning Volunteer Committee. “The opportunities it will provide healthcare workers are vital and Healthy Home 2012 is going to help make this Centre a reality and continue to make the Lois Hole Hospital for Women a leader in women’s health.”

As the pre-eminent teaching centre for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Alberta, the Lois Hole Hospital offers expanded opportunities for education and training. This new Centre will be well poised to meet the growing needs of this important department.

The Healthy Home project started in 2002 and every two years since then a home is built and sold with proceeds donated to the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation.

“The Royal Alex Hospital Foundation has a long standing relationship with Perry Homes,” says Andrew Otway, President & CEO of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. “Community initiatives like Healthy Home help to fund those extra special features that make the Lois Hole Hospital for Women a world-class facility.”

The two-storey, 2791 Sq. Ft. home is now completed and ready for purchase. This year environmental considerations were taken and the home is certified BuiltGreen.

“BuiltGreen means that the practices and products that went this home are resource-efficient and environmentally friendly,” says Burke Perry. “This is truly a healthy home for you and the environment and you can feel even better knowing that you’re making a real difference in the lives of women in Alberta.”

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Christmas Comes Early in the NICU

DECEMBER 16, 2011

A very special gift arrived for some of the smallest patients at the Royal Alexandra Hospital just in time for the holidays. Thanks to the generosity of a local group, the Honourable Order of the Blue Goose, a specialized piece of equipment called a Transcutaneous Carbon Dioxide-Oxygen Monitor was delivered to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit recently and was like “Christmas morning” said staff.

“We were so excited when it arrived!” says Dr. Marcia Antunes, Neonatologist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. “We’ve needed this machine for quite some time, and it really is the best Christmas gift we could have received.”

The Transcutaneous CO2 monitor provides non-invasive and continuous monitoring of a baby’s ventilation, oxygenation and heart rate. The NICU treats critically ill newborns and premature babies and caring for these fragile infants requires specialized equipment such as this.

“This machine allows us to closely monitor a baby without needing to do invasive blood work,” says Dr. Marcia Antunes. “It provides continuous data which is very reassuring when treating premature babies. We use this machine all day long now and it has literally changed our practice- we couldn’t be more grateful to the Order of the Blue Goose and the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation.”

The Honourable Order of the Blue Goose Edmonton Pond, hosted a charity gala and auction on May 7, 2011 and raised $15,500 which was donated to the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation to purchase the Transcutaneous CO2 Monitor for the NICU.

Andrew Happer, Most Loyal Gander of the Edmonton Pond of the Blue Goose, was delighted that his group could help.

“When we heard there was a strong need for this piece of equipment in the NICU at the Royal Alex, we made it our mission to host a successful event and fund this critical machine,” says Happer. “It is so rewarding to hear what a difference this monitor is making and what perfect timing for it to arrive just before Christmas- we’re thrilled.”

Through community support such as this, the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation is able to help fund critical equipment, research and education.

“We are so thankful to the Order of the Blue Goose for stepping forward and supporting our hospital,” says Andrew Otway, President & CEO, Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. “This truly exemplifies the power of generosity and the spirit of the season.”

Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation Celebrates the Season and “Lights Up” Ted and Lois Hole Healing Garden

DECEMBER 7, 2011

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation is celebrating the holiday season by transforming the Ted and Lois Hole Healing Garden into a Winter Wonderland. The festive spirit fills the night as twinkling lights adorn the many trees and shrubs throughout the roof-top garden, and perhaps bring additional comfort and cheer to those patients who must spend the holiday season in the hospital.

The Healing Garden officially opened in June and is the newest addition to the Robbins Pavilion located at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. This stunning garden features a wide variety of flowers, trees and ornamental grasses as well as stained glass artwork and water features. The Healing Garden is furthering the goal of creating a beautiful and inspirational facility that recognizes a holistic approach to healthcare by encompassing mind, body and spirit.

“The garden has been such a huge success and was a favoured location all summer long for staff and patients,” says Sharlene Rutherford, Vice President, Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. “Even though there’s snow on the ground and chilly temperatures now, the garden can still bring hope and healing to our patients and staff.”

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation supplied the over 6,000 Christmas lights and thanks to the members of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Women's Auxiliary, 13 stunning reindeer decorations are also on display in the garden.

“It will be wonderful for staff, patients and visitors to look out the windows of the hospital and feel the warmth of the holidays," says Sharlene Rutherford. “A little bit of Christmas magic here at the Alex!”

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Public School Boards' Association of Alberta Makes Generous Donation

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

The Public School Boards’ Association of Alberta hosted their 10th Anniversary Lois E. Hole Dinner and Lecture on Friday October 21, 2011. The event included a table raffle for the centre pieces adorning each table and through the generosity of their members, the Association raised $967.00, which was donated to the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.

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PHOTO: Janie Tyrell, Patient Care Manager, Gynecology and Women's Operating Rooms, Lois Hole Hospital for Women and Sharlene Rutherford, Vice President, Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation accept a cheque for $967.00 from Patty Dittrick, President, Public School Boards' Association of Alberta at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.

Edmonton Eskimo Women Support Ovarian Cancer Research at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women

OCTOBER 15, 2011

The women of Edmonton Eskimo Football have joined forces with the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation in the fight against ovarian cancer. The annual Edmonton Eskimo Women's Dinner took place on September 21, 2011 and proceeds from the event support the Ovarian Cancer Research Endowment Fund at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. The dinner raised $48,500 and TELUS generously donated $10,000 for a total of $58,500!

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PHOTO: Edmonton Eskimo Women present two cheques to Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation board member Melanie Nakatsui on October 15, 2011. Photo courtesy, Dale MacMillan.

Harvest Celebration Photo Gallery

The Harvest Celebration is the inaugural fundraising gala in support of the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. This premier fundraising event offers an exclusive dining experience and an evening of inspiring entertainment. Click the link below for photos from the first Harvest Celebration held on Saturday September 24, 2011 at the Enjoy Centre.

Racing Group Donates the Gift of Safety

August 15, 2011 At last month's Edmonton Indy, the Championship Auto Racing Auxiliary (CARA) “Buckle Up Baby” program presented a cheque for $2,500 to the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. The donation will be used to purchase car seats for in-need families at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. Buckle Up Baby is in partnership with Bridgestone of Americas Trust Fund.

Photo: Representatives from the Championship Auto Racing Auxiliary presents a cheque to Christa-Lee Sowerby of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation on July 24 2011. The donation will be used to purchase car seats for families at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.

Edmonton Eskimo Women's Dinner is Back!

July 15, 2011

Huddle up with your girlfriends, and get ready for an all access pass to professional football. The very successful Edmonton Eskimo Women's Dinner is back, and ready to tackle women's health with a night of fun and food.
This year's dinner will be held on Wednesday September 21, 2011 at the newly renovated Commonwealth Stadium.
Hosted by honourary Co-Chairs Marie Stelmach and Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation Board of Directors member Lynn Mandel, this event will raise funds and awareness for ovarian cancer research at the Lois Hole Hospital for Women.
For more information or to purchase tickets please click here

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Honourable Anne McLellan Named Chair of Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation Board of Directors

JULY 6, 2011

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of former federal health minister and deputy prime minister Honourable Anne McLellan as the new chair of the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation Board of Directors.

“I am honoured to be named chair of the Board of Directors,” says McLellan “The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation builds passionate community support for one of our city’s largest teaching and research hospitals, the Royal Alexandra Hospital.”

The Honourable Anne McLellan served on the Foundation’s Board of Directors since June 2006, and during her time was a member of the Community Outreach Committee for the Lois Hole Hospital for Women and Chair of the CK Hui Heart Centre Campaign.

McLellan will serve two years as board chair, and then another year as vice chair. McLellan began her political career as a Liberal candidate in the 1992 federal election. She became one of only four Liberals elected in Alberta and was named to Jean Chrétien's first Cabinet as Minister of Natural Resources. She was re-elected for three terms, serving as Minister of Justice from 1997 to 2002, Minister of Health from 2002 to 2003 and Minister of the newly created Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness department from 2003 to 2006. From December 2003 to January 2006, Anne also served as Deputy Prime Minister, one of only two women to hold this position.
Most recently, The Hon. Anne McLellan was presented with the Order of Canada in recognition of her leadership as a politician and law professor, and for her contributions as a community volunteer.

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation’s Board of Directors are community volunteers committed to delivering advice, direction and counsel in all fundraising efforts. These leaders act as advocates for the Royal Alexandra Hospital and help raise community awareness of priority needs, new research and advancements in patient care. The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation, established in 1984, builds passionate community support for the Royal Alexandra Hospital and its centres of excellence, including the Lois Hole Hospital for Women, CK Hui Heart Centre, Orthopedic Surgery Centre, Regional Eye Centre, and Centre for the Advancement of Minimally Invasive Surgery among others.

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Photo: Honourable Anne McLellan