Our Stories
Michelle Shaw shares her gratitude for the excellent care she received at the CK Hui Heart Centre following a terrible car accident, and to the healthcare workers who saved her life despite such incredible odds.
From Jan. 25 – 27, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation held a progressive online 50/50 to once again support Operation Frontline Impact. Proceeds from the $1.8 million jackpot will go to health and wellness initiatives for…
In honour of Heart Month we’d like to commemorate the CK Hui Heart Centre—which just celebrated its tenth year in operation at the Royal Alexandra Hospital.
Press release: For the second time, EOCF's donation of 50/50 net proceeds will be supporting frontline staff across Alberta. Get your tickets before 11 PM on January 27th!
The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation has been included on this year’s list of Alberta’s Top Employers!
Public health researcher Elaine Hyshka, the newly named Canada Research Chair in Health Systems Innovation, aims to translate evidence for harm reduction approaches into practices that can be implemented in the health-care system
Thanks to the advocacy of a team of ophthalmologists, neurologists and emergency medical professionals, the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation provided funds to install a Fundus camera for the ER department to help better detect…
Our Chair of the Board, George Coon, shares something he's learned throughout the pandemic—that the more we give, the more we seem to get. So, give a bit more this holiday season.
Recently, the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation was privileged to partner with Hockey Canada as a beneficiary for the IIHF World Juniors 50/50 draw from December 17th - 23rd.
Recapping our latest Speaking of Health event held November 16th, "The Opioid Crisis: Partnering Around a Person-Centered Approach to Care" with Inspector Kellie Morgan of the EPS, Dr. Kathryn Dong, and parent-advocate Petra Schulz.
Sharlene Rutherford reflects on this past year, the many things we have lost, but also what we have held on to—hope, compassion, and a community that truly cares about our health and happiness. Here's wishing everyone a safe and…
Press release: Hockey Canada has named the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation as the presenting sponsor of the IIHF World Juniors 2022 50/50 draw occurring December 17 – 23, 2021.
Speaking of Health is a lecture series produced by the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation. The fall 2021 edition will be held on November 16th at 7 PM MST, with Chief Dale McFee; Dr. Kathryn Dong; and Petra Schulz, focusing on the…
Fall Bid & Benefit: Fall 2021 ran from October 15th - 23rd and raised $7500.
The Foundation has just released its latest annual report in the form of a fully digital experience, full of powerful stories—plus videos, animations, and audible quotes—around the power of donor support and the progress we’ve…
Press release: Amazon Canada donates $200,000 to support frontline healthcare workers and COVID-19 relief efforts at Royal Alexandra Hospital.
This year's Outrun the Stigma run/walk will be held virtually from October 18 to October 24 and will support mental health treatment around the clock through the Royal Alexandra Hospital’s Access 24/7 team. Register now!
Thanks to the generous, overwhelming response from our donors, we were able to create a temporary Staff Rest Area for Royal Alexandra Hospital frontline care providers who need a place for quiet and composure.
Sharlene Rutherford, President and CEO of the foundation, recounts her experience meeting Norman Rousseau, an unassuming gentleman who hand-delivered a significant donation and also left a substantial gift to the foundation in his…
On September 18th, 2021, Harvest Celebration returned for its 11th year to raise funds the Lois Hole Hospital for Women. And what a stellar presentation it was!