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We are fortunate to work with an incredibly passionate community of organizations and individuals. Because of these partnerships we can truly make a difference in the North Okanagan. We are always excited to share the amazing stories that come from these relationships.
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Call B.C. your holiday home?
In 2008, entrepreneur Don Friesen collapsed suddenly from a massive heart attack while visiting B.C. from his home in Alberta… Don had only a one percent chance of survival …
Movement Inspires Community While Supporting Cancer
Inspiring gratitude. Improving lives. Giving back. Just some of the phrases that Oliver Stankiewicz uses when describing his mission to support families and individuals facing a cancer diagnoses, treatment or remission in our community.
Image from left to right: Dr. Ed Hardy, Sarah Pruckl (VJHF Board) Marie Atticus, Oliver Stankiewicz, Kristen Megyesi ( McMurty-Baerg Cancer Centre)
Radiothon Raises over $85,000 for Babies and Moms
Our community once again came together in a big way for the annual Pure Country 105.7 Have a Heart Radiothon event, raising over $85,000 for much needed equipment in the Women’s and Children’s Health Services (WCHS) unit at Vernon Jubilee Hospital.
Radiothon to Support Littlest Patients at VJH
Jess Mattia and Turner Gentry from Pure Country 105.7 with a panda warmer at VJH Women’s and Children’s Unit.
Light a Bulb Continues to Shine With New Portable X-Rays
The Christmas tree on the roof of the hospital is no longer lit but the impact of the 2021 Light a Bulb campaign is still shining bright.
Light a Bulb Goal Shattered
Thanks to a tremendous outpouring of community support, the 34th annual Light a Bulb fundraising goal has been significantly surpassed, with over $441,500 raised during the 2021 holiday campaign.