
WCCT Continues to Support Healthcare in Community
Recently, Weesoe Community Communication Technologies (WCCT) presented the foundation with a cheque for $5,000 due to the success of the curling bonspiel held back in March.

Automated CPR Machine Arrives at DRDH
This month, the Black Bears Charity presented the foundation with a cheque for $30K to purchase a new, fully automated CPR machine which is now available at Deep River & District Health.

Appreciation of Support from Philipose Family
Generosity makes a difference in our community! We’re grateful for recent financial support from Ken & Leela Philipose towards the Closer To Home campaign.

Bonspiel, Breakfast, and Trivia Raises 12K for Closer To Home
The Deep River & District Health Foundation held the 3rd Annual Bonspiel on Saturday, March 1st in conjunction with a French toast breakfast at the Legion, and a night of Trivia and Pizza.The day was a huge success with lots of laughs, great music, amazing food, and a lot of curling!

Join the DRDH Foundation Board of Directors – Shape The Future of Healthcare In North Renfrew!
The Deep River & District Health Foundation is now accepting applications until March 12, 2025 for passionate individuals from the North Renfrew community to join our Board of Directors.

Deep River Tim Hortons Raises Over $5,500 for Closer To Home
A huge thank you to our local Deep River Tim Hortons for their generous support through the Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign that ran in November.

Black Bears Charity Hockey Raises $30,000 for a New Automated CPR Machine at DRDH
The 18th Annual Black Bears Charity Hockey Tournament raised a total amount of $70,000 of which $30,000 has been earmarked for Deep River & District Health to purchase a new automated CPR machine for the Emergency Department.

Robbie Burns Supper Raises over $4,000 for Closer To Home
Thank you to the Renegades Pipes and Drums for hosting the 9th Annual Robbie Burns Supper and raising over $4,000 for the Closer To Home campaign at Deep River & District Health.

$2,500 Grant Received For Closer To Home
The Deep River & District Health Foundation has received a grant for $2,500 from Enterprise Mobility™ on behalf of CNL and their ongoing partnership.

Polar Plunge Raises $36,000 for Closer To Home Campaign
The icy waters of the Ottawa River proved no match for the determination of 50 participants who braved the chill on Saturday, December 7 to support the Deep River & District Health (DRDH) Foundation’s inaugural “Dip to Donate Polar Plunge.”

Giving Tuesday
The Deep River & District Health Foundation held the annual Donor & Volunteer Appreciation Cafe December 3rd at the CEC.

St. Andrew's Day Feast
On November 30th, the St. Andrew's Day Feast served up a haggis with all the trimmings raising money for the Closer To Home Campaign.

Polar Plunge 2024 Fast Approaching
Watch the video to hear about Polar Plunge news as we approach the event, plus a special community challenge from Janna Hotson, President & CEO of Deep River & District Health.

$500,000 Left To Finish “Closer To Home” Campaign
The Foundation is proud to announce that the 'Closer to Home' campaign has now reached 80% of its $2.5 million goal. These funds are crucial to transforming the currently under-construction Four Seasons Lodge, a new 96-bed long-term care home, into a welcoming, fully equipped residence.

Successful Art Show Raises $3,300 for Closer To Home
Friday, November 8th, Susan and Graham Thurston made a generous donation of $3,300 to our Closer to Home campaign. Their contribution was made possible through proceeds from a highly successful art show held earlier this year at the Deep River Public Library.

DRDH Foundation Introduces New Winter Event
The Deep River & District Foundation is excited to launch a new winter event in partnership with the Town of Deep River. Designed to enhance the annual Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade, Dip to Donate Polar Plunge promises to be a fun-filled, family oriented experience.

Healthcare Heroes: ER Department RN Alesia
Congratulations to Emergency Department RN Alesia for making someone's time at Deep River & District Health a little brighter. Read what this grateful person had to say about their experience and remember how lucky we are to have such a dedicated staff at DRDH.

New Faces, New Spaces
The Deep River & District Health Foundation has some new faces to introduce, not to mention a new office space.

Healthcare Heroes: Paramedics, ER Staff, and Drs. Sage & Ourahma
Congratulations to paramedics, ER staff, and to Doctors Ourahma and Sage who were recently nominated together as DRDH Healthcare Heroes!

22nd Annual Deep River & District Health Foundation Golf Tournament Raises $26,000 for Closer To Home Campaign
The Deep River & District Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that its 22nd Annual Golf Tournament has successfully raised over $26,000 for the Closer To Home campaign. The event, held at the picturesque Deep River Golf Course, was a resounding success thanks to the generous support of key sponsors and participants.

Circle of Giving Buys New Outdoor Furniture
Thanks to generous support from our Circle of Giving members, plus staff fundraising, DRDH has been able to purchase new furniture for three of its outdoor spaces!

Jan's Valu-Mart Supports Closer To Home In July
Thanks to Jan's Valu-Mart for supporting the Closer To Home campaign in July by accepting donations at the cash register and hosting a BBQ.

Healthcare Heroes: DRDH Medical Team Members
Congratulations to Sue, Megan, Alyssa, Mike, and Jayme who were recently nominated together as DRDH Healthcare Heroes!

New Donor Wall In DRDH Lobby
Last week we held a special celebration for the individuals, families, and organizations who are displayed on our new donor wall.