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Why your donation matters

NYGH is committed to providing exceptional care for patients and their families, providing world-class compassionate care for over 420,000 patients each year. Chances are you, or someone you know, are one of them.

But did you know that NYGH relies on community donations to keep the hospital equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and to meet the demands of our growing community?

That’s why your donation matters. The gift you make today will help NYGH provide exceptional care across generations – right here in your own backyard.

Celebrating your support

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Rally for North York General presented by the Nanji Family Foundation

Rally 2020 for North York General presented by the Nanji Family Foundation

September 22, 2020

Dear Friends, With our thoughts turned to the end of summer, many of us are facing issues associated with resuming education, re-entering our places of work, managing the impact on family members as our “bubbles” open up and the looming likelihood of a second wave of COVID-19.

Giving back to the community through cooking

Giving back to the community through cooking

July 3, 2020

In February, I moved to Toronto from Dubai, where I used to work for a foreign bank. I moved to Toronto seeking a better and more permanent life. My brother and my wife’s family also live here.

Cutting hair for care

Cutting hair for care

June 9, 2020

Since barber shops and hair salons are going to stay closed for a while, my roommate Kevin Ho and I decided to buy our own hair clippers, try cutting our own hair and livestream our very first attempt. We've always wanted to do something to help support our frontline health care workers, and coincidentally we saw North York General Hospital’s (NYGH’s) ad on Facebook during that time.

Dr. Finer-Freedman

Judith’s story

June 5, 2020

Five days after my breast cancer diagnosis, it was my 56th birthday and I was at a Josh Groban concert. My husband surprised me with tickets months before.

The Sikh community steps up to help North York General tackle COVID-19

May 15, 2020

On May 13th, 2020, North York General Hospital (NYGH) was honoured to received an incredibly generous $75,000 gift from Gurdwara Gursikh Sabha Canada, which serves the Sikh community of Greater Toronto Area east.

Tzu Chi Foundation

Leaving a life-saving footprint on North York General Hospital

May 12, 2020

Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation (Tzu Chi) was founded in 1966 by Dharma Master Cheng Yen on the rural east coast of Taiwan.

Respiratory Therapy

Unsung health care heroes

May 8, 2020

Respiratory therapists play a crucial role working with patients who have acute respiratory illnesses like COVID-19.

The Cheng Family

Community bands together to help North York General tackle COVID-19

May 6, 2020

On May, 5, 2020, North York General Hospital (NYGH) was honoured to receive an incredible $50,000 gift from the Hu family to help the hospital with its COVID-19 efforts.

Mehran Afshar Education Fund

Honouring one of our own while helping tackle COVID-19

April 29, 2020

Back in 2004, Mehran Afshar started his career at North York General Hospital (NYGH) when he trained as a student respiratory therapist.

Omellia Dennis

Putting oneself at risk to help others

April 28, 2020

Entering a COVID-19 isolation room creates some anxiety for the team in North York General Hospital’s emergency department.

Dr. Ryan Margau

Re-imagining medical imaging during a dynamic time

April 27, 2020

As the Chief and Medical Director of North York General Hospital’s Department of Medical Imaging, Dr. Ryan Margau is responsible for a department that does imaging and procedures 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, his department was doing around 250,000 tests per year.

Phillips House & Maddie's Healing Garden

Phillips House and NYGH: Meeting the mental health care of our children and youth

April 21, 2020

As dedicated supporters of youth mental health care in our community, I wanted to share some insights on how services were continuing and being managed during this COVID crisis. I was so pleased and comforted to hear how our staff and physicians have adapted to care for our children.

Dr. Phil Shin

Planning for the unknown

April 10, 2020

As North York General Hospital’s Chief of Medicine and Medical Director of Critical Care, Dr. Phil Shin has played a critical role in planning ahead for an expected influx of COVID patients to the hospital.

Alexander

Directing patients and families to support during a difficult time

March 31, 2020

My name is Alexander Hall and I’m a social worker in North York General Hospital’s emergency department.

Arjay

Providing support for an at-risk group

March 26, 2020

Arjay Ordona, one of North York General Hospital’s geriatric emergency management nurses, has been calling geriatric patients aged 65 and older to see how they’re doing and provide them with advice during the COVID crisis.

North York General Hospital

Incredible philanthropy helping North York General in the coronavirus fight

March 5, 2020

I wanted to share the power of a positive story that reflects on the incredible people associated with North York General Hospital’s work around COVID-19 planning. I am referring to The Globe and Mail coverage that sparked a call to me from one of our Foundation Governors minutes after the story was live.

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Celebrating a year of exceptional cardiac care

February 27, 2020

February is Heart Month, a time to join together to raise awareness of heart health in our community and beyond. This month is especially meaningful as we mark the one-year anniversary of the Graham & Audrey Rosenberg Family Cardiac Care Clinic.

February is Heart Month

Lauran’s story

February 26, 2020

I want to express how grateful I am to the staff at North York General for the wonderful care my mother received during her most recent stay in the cardiac unit.

Naomi Wong

Naomi’s story

February 17, 2020

My name is Naomi Wong and I have been a Patient and Family Advisor at North York General for two years, but my connection with the hospital began 22 years ago when I was brought into the world. My great-grandmother was among the first of my relatives to hold me. On this Family Day, I want to share with you the story of my great-grandmother’s last day with us.

Arlene Lieberman

In good hands

February 13, 2020

While on vacation in Florida, I received a call from the Graham & Audrey Rosenberg Family Cardiac Care Clinic. A nurse told me that my mother wasn't doing well and explained her symptoms. I knew I had to come home.

Maurice Rabinovitch

Keeping pace with life

February 6, 2020

I had been falling occasionally over several years. I had no idea what was causing it. I just simply fell, and at 90 plus years old, you can imagine the risk of serious injury.

A doctor holding a patient's hands

Lorna’s story

January 29, 2020

When my son Tim went away for his first year of university, his peers started to notice that he wasn’t going to class. At home, he spent most of his time in his room and wouldn’t talk to anyone. He became more and more reclusive. Something was wrong.

Sharon's Story

Sharon’s story

December 12, 2019

After a high-risk pregnancy that filled us with so much worry, we were blessed with our beautiful twins Adam and Aurora. They were born on December 12, 2018, healthy and strong — our gift for the holidays.

Eva's Story

Eva’s Story

July 19, 2019

We thought it was just the stomach flu. But when I saw my mom a few days later, I knew something was very wrong. Her high fever remained. She wasn’t eating and she could barely even stand.

Stewart’s Story

June 20, 2019

I went to see my doctor to get some test results. He sat down next to me, put my chart down on the table, looked me in the eye and told me what he found. As soon as he said that word — cancer — I couldn’t hear anything else. Graduations, weddings, anniversaries — they all swirled in my mind. The thought of leaving my family behind was just too much.

Ted and Cathy with their children (left to right) Owen, Meyer and Hannah

Ted’s Story – Teaching the importance of giving to the next generation

May 28, 2019

The actions we take as parents have a lasting impact on our children. It’s our hope that our gift to the hospital that means so much to us will inspire our children and teach them the supreme value of giving back.

Alana’s Story – Leaving a Lasting Legacy

May 6, 2019

The causes we hold close to our hearts reflect who we are and what we truly value. This year, we decided to leave a lasting legacy for our community through a planned gift to North York General. Here’s why we did it …

The Maddie Project

The Maddie Project

April 4, 2018

“The brightest of stars are those who shine for the benefit of others.”

Nicole's Story

Nicole’s story

March 7, 2017

Sometimes a tragedy can be a catalyst for change. No one knows this better than Nicole German.

Molly’s story

March 7, 2017

North York General’s Cardiac Care Clinic has been a lifeline for 100 year old Molly and her daughter Rita.

David's Story

David’s story

March 7, 2017

David was shocked to learn he had stage 4 lung cancer at the age of 54. “All I heard was ‘incurable’

Emmie's Story

Emmie’s story

March 7, 2017

When Tania noticed her two month old daughter, Emmie, was sleeping more than she should be, Tania knew in her heart that something wasn’t right.

Murina's Story

Munira’s story

March 7, 2017

Munira Premji had just spent one glorious year in remission, after a hard-fought battle with multiple myeloma and lymphoma.

Dilawri and BDO's Support

Dilawri and BDO’s support

March 7, 2017

In 2016, the Dilawri Foundation and BDO Canada LLP, in partnership with North York General Hospital Foundation established NYGH’s first patient amenities fund with a generous gift of $125,000.

PFAFF Automotive Partner's Support

Pfaff Automotive Partners’ support

March 7, 2017

In 2016, PFAFF Automotive Partners’ kickstarted North York General Foundation three-year race to raise $853,000.

Agostinho's Story

Agostinho’s story

March 7, 2017

Some of Agostinho’s favourite moments were spent around the dinner table, laughing with family, playing dominos, and eating the best Caldo Verde outside of Portugal.

Forte's Story

Forte’s story

March 7, 2017

Having lived in the Philippines, Denmark, Sweden and Norway, Forte has visited hospitals around the world. “Nothing beats the care here at North York General,”

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