Why I Give: "To Help Others"
“I sent a donation in Clarence Findlay's name. I knew Clarence since the mid 1960's to this year, when he died. His wife Elaine, and I taught together in Matheson, Ontario.
Why I Give: "DRDH Was Important To Me Growing Up"
"I was born and raised in Deep River and while I have not lived there for more than 35 years, I still have strong bonds to the community. I remember well when the community moved the hospital from Ridge Road to the current location and how proud everyone was of the new, modern hospital.
Why I Give: "The Crafty Giar-affe" $1K Donation
"The DRDHF has always been close to my heart. Our youngest son was born there and my elderly father chose to come and live with us in his final year because he loved “our little hospital”.
Why We Give: "My Husband Plays Hockey!"
“Steve and I moved to Deep River in 1986 and purchased our first home on Sumac Street a few years later, not far from the hospital. In 1989 our first daughter was born at the DRDH which still had a maternity ward at the time. In 1991, our then two year old, reached up and grabbed a travel mug off the kitchen counter (it was plastic and looked a bit like a “sippy cup”). Unfortunately, the mug was full of piping hot coffee...
Why We Give: "5 Decades In Deep River"
"After more than five decades in Deep River, we're clear on the vital difference easy access to healthcare makes for all of us here in the Upper Ottawa Valley"
Why We Give: "Grateful For DRDH"
We believe that the Deep River & District Hospital is the most important institution in our town. Through this experience, I learned that the Ministry of Health does not provide funding needed to replace or buy new equipment essential for the hospital.
$1,000 Deep 50/50 November Early Bird Prize
Congratulations to Donna Lux of Pembroke, holder of winning ticket #99002923002 in the November Deep 50/50!
Mackenzie Student Raises $917 With Lucky Candy Guess
We appreciate the generous sponsorship from Cahoon’s Pharmasave and the support from Deep River Symphony Orchestra.
$5,745 Deep 50/50 October Grand Prize
Congratulations to Sean Studham of Petawawa, who had winning ticket #99002309010 for the $5,745 Deep 50/50 October Grand Prize.
Healthcare Hero: Dr. Noulty
Congratulations to Dr. Elizabeth Noulty, who was recognized as a Healthcare Hero by one of her long-time patients.
The Beer Store Donates $818
After employees of the local store selected DRDHF as their charity of choice, funds were raised through empty bottle returns along with donations from their customers between July 4th and August 28th, 2022.
October Deep 50/50 Early Bird
Congratulations to Judi Lambert! She had winning ticket #99002514030 which allowed her to claim the Early Bird for the October Deep 50/50.
WCCT Donates $10,000 Towards Closer To Home
WCCT (Weesoe Community Communication Technologies) is a community-based, volunteer-supported ‘not-for-profit’ corporation set up to, among other things, provide an on-going source of funding key to sustaining the Deep River & District Hospital.
$6,745 Won In September Deep 50/50
Congratulations to Taylor Gavin of Petawawa. She had winning ticket #99002014062 which allowed her to claim the Grand Prize Draw for September.
New Foundation Co-Op Student
Let's welcome Chelsea, our new co-op student from Mackenzie CS! She will be helping the Foundation this semester.
September Deep 50/50 Early Bird
Congratulations to Christine Howlett! She had winning ticket #99001445020 which allowed her to claim the Thousand Dollar Thursday Early Bird for the September Deep 50/50.
Campaign Receives $25,000 Pledge From DRDH Executive Leadership
The Deep River & District Hospital (DRDH) Executive Team recently made a combined personal pledge of $25,000 towards the Closer to Home campaign.
Valley Hitching Post Ranch Holds Open House Fundraiser
They had pony rides, pop-up vendors, yard sale items, games, and a BBQ, with all proceeds going towards the Closer To Home campaign.
August Deep 50/50 Grand Prize
Congratulations to Dale Pennock of Deep River! She had winning ticket #99000875010 which allowed her to claim the Grand Prize Draw for August.
$27,000 Raised In 20th Annual DRDH Golf Tournament
It was a wonderful day, featuring traditional Scottish weather! Perfect for the game of golf.
August Early Bird Winner
Congratulations to Yvonne Stothers and her group! She claimed the Thousand Dollar Thursday Early Bird for August.
Carroll CPA Presents $5,000 For Golf Title Sponsorship
Thanks to Carroll CPA for being the Presenting Sponsor of our 20th Annual DRDH Golf Tournament!
Healthcare Heroes: Medical In-Patient Care Team
“Thank you for the excellent care that I received during my stay. Although I cannot recall each of the individual names of those who tended to my many needs, please pass my sincerest "thank you" to all of them."
Healthcare Hero: Sarah-Lynn Parker
As Charge Nurse, Sarah-Lynn coordinates patient care needs both in and out of hospital, and she is a champion for providing person-centered care.
