Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation

Give the gift of health today!
This holiday season, support patient care. Your gift will be matched for double the impact! Donate today at giftofhealth.ca or call 905-522-3863.
Fall/Winter VITAL Newsletter
Shana Greatrix from Port Ryerse had trouble catching her breath. Unbeknownst to her, she was dangerously close to losing her life.
Thank you for your legacy gift
Charles and Margaret Juravinski will create a $100M+ endowment to support researchers throughout Hamilton.
Quality Health Care Is Everyone’s Business
Support our Care4 partners and a portion of your purchase will directly support Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation.
Fall/Winter VITAL Newsletter
The infections started shortly after she was born. Sarah from Stoney Creek suffered from frequent ear and chest infections. They kept returning even though she was regularly prescribed antibiotics.
November 2019 Update
Construction is well underway for the Adult Stem Cell Transplant Unit at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre, with the expansion expected to be complete and open for patients in summer 2020.
Become a Legacy Circle Member
When you make a legacy gift, you are making a statement about your commitment to the future of health care.
Fall/Winter VITAL Newsletter
Jessica Durka from Simcoe thought she had symptoms of tonsillitis – an inflamed lump in her throat, enlarged lymph nodes and fatigue.
Honour Someone Today!
Making a tribute gift is the perfect way to thank a Hamilton Health Sciences staff member who went above and beyond.

Featured News

LCBO's The Season for Giving Back Campaign

November 29, 2019

Starting December 1, the public can support McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation by making a donation at any of the LCBO stores throughout south-central Ontario.

Two Local Businesses Join Care4

November 26, 2019

HAMILTON, ON – November 26, 2019: Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation is pleased to announce that Cameron Wilson - Dominion Lending Centres Canuck Mortgage Group and Visus Eyewear have joined its Care4 cause marketing program.

Leukemia Led to the Love of her Life

November 15, 2019

After a month of intense chemotherapy, Rebecca’s cancer was in remission. However, since the leukemia had a high probability of returning, she was transferred to Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre for a stem cell transplant.

Stephanie Hickey & Iris smile for a photo.

Suffering a Stroke While Pregnant

November 15, 2019

Stephanie Hickey suddenly lost strength on the left side of her body. The 34-year-old from Hamilton was six-months pregnant, and the safety of her unborn child was foremost on her mind as her limp body began to collapse.

Preschooler Conquers Cystic Fibrosis and Cancer

November 15, 2019

At the age of three weeks, Maddie began more than a year of testing and monitoring with genetic specialists. This led to an official diagnosis of cystic fibrosis. Blood work led to another shocking diagnosis – leukemia.

Donors Enabling the Transition from Patient to Employee

November 14, 2019

Noelle decided from a young age that she wasn’t going to let cerebral palsy stand in the way of her goals.

A photo of the equipment in the Hybrid Operating Suite

Shorter Surgical Times Thanks to New Hybrid Operating Suite

November 8, 2019

Donors and clinical teams celebrated the opening of the new Hybrid Operating Suite at Hamilton General Hospital.

From Sore Throat to Cancer

September 30, 2019

Jessica Durka thought she had tonsillitis. She was shocked when testing revealed she had cancer.

Our Foundations

Events

Gala 2020September 24, 2019 - 3:23 pm
Our annual gala raises vital funding for innovative research projects. Join us on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at LIUNA Station in Hamilton.
MacKids Walk & Wheel 2020September 23, 2018 - 10:35 am
MacKids Walk & Wheel will take place on June 6, 2020 at Bayfront Park in Hamilton.
Strides For The General 2020September 22, 2018 - 10:45 am
Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Strides For The General on September 19, 2020 at Bayfront Park in Hamilton.
Illuminight 2019September 22, 2018 - 9:23 am
Thank you to all who supported Illuminight on October 4, 2019.