Upcoming Event – Staff Appreciation at Abbotsford Regional Hospital.
Attention all staff at Abbotsford Regional Hospital! As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets a little crisper, we’re excited to invite you... Read More
In Our Communities
Check out the latest news and updates for Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation.
Grant Thornton Foundation Make $15,585 Donation to Abbotsford Regional Hospital’s Pediatric amd Maternity Unit
The donation, which Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, described as ‘wonderful for our tiny patients’ was made by the Grant Thornton Foundation a charity dedicated... Read More
Best Technology for Monitoring Patient Care Arrives at Mission Memorial Hospital
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, thanks to the support of their donors Gulf & Fraser, recently provided Mission Memorial Hospital, ambulatory day care unit, with... Read More
Fraser Valley Classic Car Show returns with another great car show
After having to miss 2023, the Fraser Valley British Motor Club was happy to see the come back of the Fraser Valley Classic Car Show... Read More
Abbotsford Regional Hospital Receives Generous Donation from Sandra Schmirler Foundation
Thanks to funding from the Sandra Schmirler Foundation Abbotsford Regional Hospital will receive a new ventilator for the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Each day... Read More
New Equipment to Help Babies and Paediatric Patients with Hard to Find Veins at Abbotsford Regional Hospital
It can occasionally be challenging for health care professionals to detect veins in humans. This is especially true in the case of babies and infants... Read More
Safe and Efficient: A New Point-of-Care Ultrasound Arrives for Chilliwack/Fraser Rural Care Providers
A first for Chilliwack’s growing health community has been achieved with the purchase of a new point-of-care ultrasound. The latest technology reflects the process of... Read More
Cristen L. Gleeson Announced as New Chair of Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is pleased to share that Cristen L. Gleeson has been appointed its new board Chair. Cristen has extensive experience within... Read More
Sandhar Family Donates Latest Life Saving Technology to Abbotsford Regional Hospital
A generous financial gift from a local philanthropic family has been made towards a new ventilator for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Abbotsford... Read More
Abbotsford Regional Hospital in Dire Need of Wheelchairs for Patients with Reduced Mobility
The pandemic may long be gone in the minds of many, but our hospitals are still faced with shortage of medical equipment. Everyday we see... Read More
Abbotsford Regional Hospital and Mission Memorial Receive $88,345 Donation
Thanks to the generous donation made by Fraserway RV both local hospitals in Abbotsford and Mission received $88, 345 that will go towards purchasing vital... Read More
Local Hospital Looks to the Future of Clinical Communication with Vocera Technology
For Abbotsford Regional Hospital, ARH, patient-centred care is at the heart of all matters. During the peak of COVID-19 it became clear the hospital needed... Read More
2023 Donor Gratitude Report
We want you to know that every gift received, large or small, is greatly appreciated by patients, residents, their families and our hospital staff. I... Read More
Underwater Explorer Theme Used to Revamp Pediatric Space in the Emergency Department
Artist Dean Lauze and team (wife Christina and son Josh) jumped at the chance to get involved with helping to design a cartoon-style, underwater submarine,... Read More
All Aboard! New Bus Arrives at Cottage Worthington & The Residence in Mission
The bus, run by Cottage Worthington-Pavilion & The Residence in Mission (TRIM), is now fully functioning and ready to help residents-in-care move forward. The drive... Read More
RFID: A Value Added Technology for Moving Health Care Forward
We could be entering into a new era as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology takes over pharmaceutical planning. RFID is a cost-efficient technology used since... Read More
Mother’s Day run a huge success!
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) hosted the 23rd Annual Run for Mom on Sunday, May 14th at the Vedder Trail in Chilliwack with a... Read More
Spring 2023 Newsletter
Thank you for supporting improved health care in the Fraser Valley East. The gifts we have received from individuals, families, businesses and organizations have positively... Read More
Another sold-out fashion show in Hope!
Saturday, April 22, 2023, saw the Royal Canadian Legion Hall transformed into an evening of food fun and fashion. The Spring Fashion Show was a... Read More
Foundation asking for donated items for vulnerable Chilliwack residents
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is proud to announce its support for Fraser Health’s Integrated Homelessness Action Response Teams (IHART) by providing essential items to... Read More
Step Up for Cardiac Health event raises $34,000 for Abbotsford Regional Hospital emergency room chairs
Supporters of the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) really stepped it up this year. The annual Step Up 4 Cardiac Health event brought in... Read More
The Spring Fashion Show is back!
Fashionistas once again will gather to grace the runway in Hope; the Spring Fashion Show is back as Hope’s premiere fashion event, once again showing... Read More
Crystal Gala supports a new ultrasound at ARH.
The diligent efforts of the Crystal Gala Foundation continue to support breast health in the Fraser Valley following a very successful Gala in October 2022. ... Read More
Last push of the year to fund a new communication system for Abbotsford ER
New system will provide quicker care for patients, says Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation. Fraser Valley Heath Care Foundation (FVHCF) is still raising funds to... Read More
Mission donates $377,500 to CT scanner project
Mission Memorial Hospital is getting a CT scanner. During his speech at the Mission Regional Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas luncheon on Dec. 8, Mission... Read More
Golfers make big gains for Fraser Valley hospitals
The Golfing ‘Fore’ Your Hospitals Tournament was a success once again, raising just over $90,000 for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF). The tournament... Read More
Fall 2022 Newsletter
Our spring 2022 newsletter is now out! Click here to read about what the Foundation has been up to.
New ultrasound at Fraser Canyon Hospital
Fraser Canyon Hospital (FCH) has recently moved Ambulatory Care services from the Emergency Department to its own room. The move allows for better service for... Read More
Girl Guides in Abbotsford come together for an art project at a long-term care home.
Residents at Cottage Worthington in Abbotsford now have an art installation designed to bring them some smiles. The art was created by the Abbotsford Girl... Read More
Abbotsford Lions donate funds to help improve care for speech and language clients
A recent donation to Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) by the Abbotsford Lions will directly affect speech-language patient care in the Fraser East. The... Read More
Fraser Valley slo-pitch tournament raises $5,800 for local hospitals.
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) raised more than $5,800 during its inaugural Health Care Heroes Charity Slo-Pitch Tournament on June 11 and 12. A... Read More
Abbotsford students celebrate Vaisakhi by filling the neonatal unit with baby onesies
Vaisakhi is a time of giving, and a group of Abbotsford students were inspired by this year’s celebration to do something meaningful. Eugene Reimer middle... Read More
Runners, walkers, bikers raised $8,200 in 2022 Run for Mom
More than $8,200 was raised in the 2022 Run for Mom event. Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) and Garrison Running Co. presented the 24th... Read More
New $70,000 pulmonary function machine was installed at Abbotsford hospital thanks to TB Vets
An important piece of medical equipment has arrived at Abbotsford Regional Hospital. The TB Vets Charitable Foundation announced earlier this year they would be purchasing... Read More
Financial gift of nearly $30,000 to ease hospital visits for children in Abbotsford
Time in the hospital will be a little less stressful thanks to a generous gift from an Abbotsford realty office. RE/MAX Little Oak Realty has... Read More
Spring 2022 Newsletter
Our spring 2022 newsletter is now out! Click here to read about what the Foundation has been up to.
Hope Fashion Show to return
In 2020, the Auxiliary to the Fraser Canyon Hospital and Fraser Hope Lodge saw their Spring Fashion Show, Fall Silent Auction and Gift shop shuttered.... Read More
Dedicated auxiliary in Chilliwack
The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary is dedicated to providing a variety of volunteer support services and fundraising initiatives to assist in the growth of healthcare services... Read More
Supporting MMH for over 102 years
In 1920, local Mission women met and formed the “Memorial Hospital Auxiliary.” Led by its president, Emma Houlder, who was also a member of the... Read More
Fraserway RV continues support of health care in the Valley.
Fraserway RV began their journey in 1969 with the purchase of an existing RV manufacturer in Abbotsford. 53 years later, with multiple locations in Canada,... Read More
Mammography Unit at Chilliwack General Hospital
Chilliwack General Hospital (CGH) will soon be offering new state-of-the-art mammography. This health care advancement is another example of Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s (FVHCF)... Read More
Bracelet Raffle Brings CT Scanner $100,000 Closer To MMH
Mission All Together for Healthcare (MATH) is $100,000 closer to bringing a CT Scanner to Mission Memorial Hospital following the Lanka Jewels raffle fundraiser. The... Read More
Abbotsford Stepped Up 4 Cardiac Health!
The 5th Annual Step Up 4 Cardiac Health was held at Abbotsford Center on Sunday, February 13th. “We didn’t know what to expect for this... Read More
Step up for cardiac care at Abbotsford Centre is back
Get your game faces on with the fifth annual Step Up 4 Cardiac Health Care on Feb. 13. This stair-climbing event raises funds for Cardiac... Read More
New CT scanner approved for Mission Regional Hospital
Mission Memorial Hospital is getting a new CT scanner. A provincial government press release issued on Wednesday (Dec. 22) stated “People in Mission are one... Read More
Breakfast sandwich fundraiser draws in $7,700 for Fraser Valley hospitals
It’s been a ‘sunny start’ to the season for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation. The organization sold hundreds of the popular breakfast sandwiches at... Read More
Ocean Trailer donates $50,000 for CT scanner at Mission Memorial Hospital
Ocean Trailer, a retail company opening a new location in town, has donated $50,000 for a new CT scanner at Mission Memorial Hospital. Mission All... Read More
Cricket Tournament eyes Abbotsford debut in 2022
Organizers of the inaugural Cricket Tournament, which occurred in Chilliwack on Sept. 11 and 12, stated their debut event was a success and they want... Read More
Big Bucks brought in at the Golfing ‘FORE’ Your Hospitals Tournament
Golfing ‘FORE’ Your Hospitals Tournament presented by RBC Wealth Management Dominion Securities Inc was an absolute success. This year’s event saw Fraser Valley Health Care... Read More
Shaken, not stirred
Get those tuxes and gowns ready and your martini’s shaken for the Fraser Valley Grand Gala on November 19, 2021; once again hosted by Fraser... Read More
2021 Run 4 Mom
A week long Run for Mom to raise funds for the Maternity Department at Chilliwack General Hospital (CGH) just wrapped up. The Fraser Valley Health... Read More
Golfing ‘FORE’ Your Hospitals Tournament
RBC Wealth Management Dominion Securities Inc returns as the presenting sponsor for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s (FVHCF) annual Golfing FORE Your Hospital Tournament.... Read More
Step up virtually on February 27th for cardiac health!
Join us on February 27, 2021 at 10AM for the 4th annual Step Up 4 Cardiac Health presented by Ecotex Healthcare Linen Service and Innovative Fitness. Step up... Read More
Virtual Fraser Valley Grand Gala raises $67K for health care
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) recently raised $67,000 through its virtual Grand Gala. The second annual event, held Nov. 20 and presented by... Read More
Fundraiser golf tournament raises $74,000 for Fraser Valley hospitals
Four Fraser Valley Hospitals will share in the $74,000 raised at this year’s Golfing Fore Your Hospitals tournament. The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF)... Read More
It’s Smile Cookie week and funds raised will support Chilliwack General Hospital
This is the week to be indulging in cookies. From September 14 to September 20, the entire $1 from every Smile Cookie sold in Chilliwack... Read More
Find out how we supported Abbotsford Regional Hospital
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s mission statement has always been to “work with the community to support the local hospital, facilities and programs run by... Read More
Face mask fundraiser to bring in money for Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation
A local hospital foundation is selling face masks as part of a fundraiser and is encouraging people to wear them to help stop the spread... Read More
Five-dollar beers rack up big donation for Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation
Early this spring, Old Yale Brewing challenged its customers to support the front line with a ‘Beer for our Health Heroes and First Responders’ campaign.... Read More
FVHCF 2nd annual Grand Gala to take place
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) has announced that it is proceeding with its second annual Grand Gala in November, with plans underway to... Read More
Fraser Valley Health Foundation announces fifth annual golf tourney
Brush up on your golf game; a tournament for a good cause is coming. The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation invites golfers from all over... Read More
Donation made for Chilliwack’s newest hospital technology
Chilliwack General Hospital is $7,000 closer to having a radiographic fluoroscopy. Valley Toyota donated that amount to the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) this... Read More
Signs of support to be posted on grounds of local hospitals
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) wants to brighten the days of patients and hospital staff in Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack and Hope. The foundation... Read More
January 2020 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter is out! Read it here.
Fraserway RV supports Fraser Valley hospitals
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) is now closer to their fundraising goals due to a large commitment from a local partner. “We have... Read More
Chilliwack supports local hospital by eating 50 pounds of bacon and sausage
Chilliwack residents came out to support the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation’s fourth annual It’s A Wonderful Breakfast last week. The breakfast at the Coast... Read More
Great Gatsby event raises funds for Fraser Valley hospitals
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) held their inaugural Fraser Valley Grand Gala on Nov. 15. Whilst basking in the glitz and glamour of... Read More
August / September Newsletter
Our latest newsletter is out! Read it here
2019 – 2020 FVHCF Board of Directors
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) unveiled its Board of Directors for 2019-2020. Three new directors’ roles were elected: Michael Adkins – Chair, Todd Kesslar – Vice... Read More
New $1.8-million CT scanner in operation at Chilliwack General Hospital
Chilliwack General Hospital’s medical imaging department is now home to a brand new CT scanner, thanks in part to a $1-million donation from the Fraser... Read More
Fraser Health Announces ARH ER Expansion
More space for improved care and enhanced services are on the way as construction is starting on an expanded emergency department at Abbotsford Regional Hospital... Read More
2019 Golfing ‘Fore’ Your Hospitals raises over $40,000!
On Friday, June 21st, the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) hosted the 4th Annual Golfing “Fore” Your Hospitals Tournament at the Chilliwack Golf Club.... Read More
July 2019 Newsletter
Our July 2019 newsletter is now out! Read it here.
Campaign raises $5,600 to buy special chairs for Abbotsford hospital NICU
A campaign has helped raise $5,600 to purchase three special reclining chairs for the neo-natal intensive care unit (NICU) at Abbotsford Regional Hospital (ARH). The... Read More
Abbotsford Hospital auxiliary donates biomedical freezer to forensic nursing
The auxiliary to Abbotsford Regional Hospital recently donated a biomedical freezer, valued at just over $14,000, to the forensic nursing unit at Abbotsford Regional Hospital... Read More
Chilliwack’s pediatric observation unit gets financial shot from trades workers
Several union workers and contractors came together this week to deliver something special to the pediatric observation unit at Chilliwack General Hospital. With huge smiles... Read More
Run for Mom brings in $4,500 for Chilliwack General Hospital
Families and friends take off from the Run for Mom start line at Vedder Park and run along the Vedder River Rotary Trail on Saturday... Read More
Dodgeball tournament raises $4,700 for FV Health Care Foundation
The third annual Game of Throws dodgeball tournament was held on April 27, raising $4,700 for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF). The event was held... Read More
TB Vets Make an Impact at Abbotsford Regional Hospital
The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation and Abbotsford Regional Hospital staff are gratefully acknowledging TB Vets Charitable Foundation for their donation toward life-saving medical equipment... Read More
March 2019 Newsletter
Our March 2019 newsletter is now out! Read it here.
Flowers Bloom Support for CT Scanner
ABBOTSFORD, BC – With spring now in full swing the Bradner Community Club presented the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation with a $10,000 donation to... Read More
Donation of $2,000 goes to START youth mental-health
Donation of $2,000 goes to START youth mental-health team Program run by Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation The Pacific Blue Cross Health Foundation recently presented... Read More
Film about aging screened in Abbotsford with panel of experts
Your Second Fifty based on best-selling book by Frank Moffat The screening takes place at Matsqui Centennial Auditorium (32315 South Fraser Way) in partnership with... Read More
Step Up 4 Cardiac Health raises $4,000 for new vital-signs monitor
Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation held fundraiser at Abbotsford Centre A total of 56 participants helped raise more than $4,000 for the Fraser Valley Health... Read More
Event in Abbotsford involves participants climbing laps of almost 600 steps each
Health Care Foundation holds 2nd annual Step Up 4 for Cardiac Health The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) holds the second annual Step Up... Read More
February 2019 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter for February 2019 is now up. Read it here: https://www.fvhcf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/2019-02-12-Whats-Happening.pdf
Chances Playtime donates $2,600 to Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation
Gaming centre among sponsors of pediatric unit at Abbotsford Regional Hospital Chances Playtime in Abbotsford recently presented a cheque of just over $2,600 to the... Read More
January 2019 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter for January 2019 is now up. Read it here: https://www.fvhcf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/2019-02-12-Whats-Happening.pdf
Six boxes of donated toys delivered to Abbotsford Regional Hospital
Items were collected by United Outreach Federation United Outreach Federation has donated six large boxes of toys to the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF).... Read More
United Outreach Foundation donates toys to Abbotsford Regional Hospital
Enough items given to pediatric ward for every child to receive a gift The United Outreach Federation completed their toy drive in support of the... Read More
Breakfast event raises $15,000 for youth mental-health programs
Health care foundation and Big Brothers Big Sisters host inaugural event The inaugural It’s a Wonderful Breakfast held Dec. 6 raised more than $15,000 for... Read More
Khalsa Credit Union donates $7,000 for two youth mental-health programs
Khalsa Credit Union recently made a $7,000 donation to the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF). The funds go towards two regional mental health programs... Read More
It’s a Wonderful Breakfast raises funds for youth programs
Event on Dec. 6 in Abbotsford supports mental health and mentorship The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) and Big Brothers Big Sisters of the... Read More
Chilliwack Chiefs game against Powell River is going to get ugly
The team will wear gaudy Christmas gear in a fundraiser for the Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation The Chiefs will try to distract their Island... Read More
SIM lab at Abbotsford hospital holds open house
State-of-the-art educational centre opened in April The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is holding an open house on Thursday, Nov. 22 of the new SIM... Read More
Pediatrics unit at Abbotsford hospital receives largest donation ever
Realty office contributes $138,000 for cardio-respiratory monitoring system The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF) has announced the largest donation ever to the pediatrics unit... Read More
October 2018 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter for October 2018 is now up. Read it here: https://www.fvhcf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2018-08-09-In-The-Community.pdf
Health conference topics include cancer screening, nutrition and more
Free event in Abbotsford hosted by Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation presents its third annual Health Talks 101: Day... Read More
September 2018 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter for September 2018 is now up. Read it here: https://www.fvhcf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2018-08-09-In-The-Community.pdf
August 2018 Newsletter
Our latest newsletter for August 2018 is now up. Read it here: https://www.fvhcf.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/2018-08-09-In-The-Community.pdf