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Message from the Chair

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Welcome to the Grace Hospital Foundation. It is my privilege to be the Chair of the Board of Directors. The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors who volunteer their time and energy in the pursuit of the Foundation’s goal to support patient care. This outstanding Board draws its membership from the community at large and meets formally on a quarterly basis.

Grace Hospital is an integral part of the West End community and has provided Manitobans with excellent care for over 100 years. Since the Foundation has existed, we have raised more than $25 million in support of the Grace. It has been my pleasure to be a part of this and I look forward to the exciting new developments happening at the Grace. It is our job at the Foundation to raise funds so that our staff have what they need to ensure each and every patient receives the best care possible. It is our community of donors and their outstanding continual support that make this happen.

Thank you for being as committed to the Grace as we are.

Jeff Coleman

Chair, Board of Directors


Grace Hospital Foundation Board of Directors

The Foundation is governed by a Board of Directors who volunteer their time and energy in the pursuit of the Foundation’s goal to support patient care. This outstanding Board draws its membership from the community at large, and meets formally on a quarterly basis.

Executive

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Jeff Coleman (Chair)

Jeff is the owner of Patill/St. James Insurance, a family-run insurance brokerage in the St. James area. His history with the Grace is a long one. Prior to his role as the Chair, he held the position of Vice Chair for 18 years and also served on the Salvation Army Grace Hospital Board of Management for 14 years. Jeff’s charitable involvement extends past the Grace and deep into the community where he is involved with several other fundraising groups. Recently, Jeff was appointed by Justice Minister Stan Struthers to serve as a member of the Insurance Council of Manitoba.


Doneta Brotchie

Doneta Brotchie (Vice-Chair)

Doneta is the Program Director for Leadership Winnipeg, an independent consultant and a former Senior Vice President and regional leader at CIBC. She is currently the Vice Chair of the Foundation. Through her company, Doneta was the Project Director for CancerCare Manitoba’s Bears on Broadway initiative and Investors Group Canstruction Winnipeg. Her community involvement extends far beyond this and includes the Province of Manitoba Economic Innovation and Technology Council, Winnipeg Art Gallery and many other local groups and charitable organizations.


Keith Davidson

Keith Davidson (Treasurer)

Keith is a Senior Private Banking Associate with CIBC Private Wealth Management. He holds the professional designations of Certified Financial Planner, Financial Management Advisor and Registered Retirement Consultant. Keith has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Finance from the University of Manitoba.


 Bruce LillieBruce Lillie (Secretary)

Bruce is the Regional Marketing Director with All Seniors Care Living Centres and Sturgeon Creek Retirement Residences. He has a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Marketing from the University of Manitoba and over 25 years of experience in marketing and advertising. Always active in the community, Bruce is the President of the Charleswood Broncos Football Club.

Board Members


Barry Brown

Barry Brown

Barry is the President of Maple Leaf Construction and has been with the company for 30 years. He is a Civil Engineer, graduated from the University of Manitoba. Barry has spent several years being heavily involved in the construction field, and sitting on multiple industry boards.


Trevor Clay

Trevor Clay

Trevor is a Principal at Capital Commercial Real Estate Inc. He became involved with the Foundation through consultation on the development of Access Winnipeg West. Trevor has a Bachelor of Arts from Princeton University. In his spare time he has coached AAA and summer hockey teams.


 grace-hospital2291-1Kevin Dandewich

Kevin is the Business Development Manager at Three Way Builders. He holds a Master’s Certificate in Project Management, and is a Gold Seal Certified Project Manager recognized by the Canadian Construction Association. He has worked in the consulting and construction industries for over 25 years. Kevin has sat on various boards, including Manitoba Red Cross, Centre Plan, and Exchange District Business Improvement Zone (BIZ). He also coaches hockey and baseball. He is the current Chair of the Bocce Ball Tournament committee.


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Marjorie Danylchuk

Marge has been with Grace Hospital Foundation since 2003.


Dr. Ramin Hamedani

Dr. Hamedani is a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine Queen’s University in 1995. He received his fellowship in Internal Medicine in 1999 after completing his residency at the University of Western Ontario.

Dr. Hamedani has worked at Grace Hospital since 2000 as Medical Director Cardiology as well as Medical Staff – Internal Medicine. He accepted his present role as Chief Medical Officer in August 2015.

As Assistant Professor in the College of Medicine – Faculty of Academic Health Sciences, he is extensively involved in both undergraduate and graduate teaching.


Catherine Howden

Catherine is a partner with Pitblado LLP. She has a commercial litigation practice, with emphasis in the areas of secured and unsecured collections, insolvency and restructuring, and mortgage enforcement. Catherine regularly conducts civil and commercial litigation matters in the Court of Queen’s Bench, and has appeared before a variety of administrative tribunals.

Catherine graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1991, and obtained her call to the Manitoba Bar in 1992. She was an instructor at the University of Manitoba Faculty of Law from 2005 to 2010. She has been Chair of the Manitoba Bar Association Bankruptcy and Insolvency Section since 2015 and is a former director and legal counsel to the MS Society of Canada, Manitoba Division.

Catherine has written and presented extensively on a variety of topics, most recently at the October 2016 FCI-CWI Women in Leadership Conference, and the MBA Mid-Winter Bar Association Conference in January, 2016.


 grace-hospital2328Jim McDermid

Jim is retired after working in the paint industry for over 50 years. During his career, Jim has lived in Manitoba, Alberta, and BC where he participated in numerous organizations including the Prince George Construction Association and the Kinsmen Club. In addition to his role with the Foundation, Jim is currently involved with the Manitoba Brain Injury Association.


Kellie O’Rourke

Kellie O’Rourke

Kellie O’Rourke is the Chief Operating Officer of the Grace Hospital. Prior to holding this position at the Grace, Kellie was with St. Boniface Hospital for 32 years. She is a registered nurse with a Baccalaureate degree in nursing and a Master of Science in health care administration. Kellie has an extensive health care background covering critical care administration and education; corporate and support services; and strategic planning.


 Dr. Garvin PierceGarvin Pierce

Garvin is the former Director of Diagnostic Imaging at Grace Hospital and former President of the Manitoba X-Ray Clinic. His memberships include the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Canadian Medical Association and Christian Medical and Dental Society (CMDS).


Colonel David Proteau, CD

Currently the Commander of 17 Wing, Colonel Proteau was born in Forestville, Quebec. He joined the Canadian Forces in June 1987 and studied at the College Militaire Royal de St- Jean (CMR), where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Upon graduation in 1992, Col Proteau attended the Canadian Forces Air Navigator School (CFANS) where he earned his Air Navigator wings in June 1993. He has held a variety of positions in the Canadian Forces to include Squadron Command in Greenwood, Nova Scotia, Diplomat at the Canadian Embassy in Washington, DC, Director of Air Operations for the Royal Canadian Air Force and now, 17 Wing Commander here in Winnipeg.
He and his wife Lindsay, along with their two children, are excited to have become members of the Winnipeg community.


 grace-hospital2305Gayle Swirski

Gayle has over 20 years of experience as a Clinical Therapist in private practice. She holds a BA Hons. in psychology from the University of Winnipeg and a M.Ed. Psych. from the University of Manitoba. Gayle is a certified trauma counsellor, and continues to respond to various crises within the province. In addition to her role with the Foundation, Gayle is also involved with Riverview Healthcare Foundation and the Canadian Mental Health Association.


Arlene Wilgosh

Arlene was the first woman to be appointed as Deputy Minister of Health for Manitoba, a position she held for five years, and the first female CEO and President of the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. A graduate of the University of Manitoba Faculty of Nursing, Arlene has worked in the public and private sectors, acute care and long term care. She is the recipient of the Award for Distinguished Service from the Canadian Healthcare Association.
Since her retirement, Arlene proudly wears the blue jacket of the Grace Hospital Volunteers, volunteering in the Oncology Department on a weekly basis. Arlene is also the Chair of the Board of Directors of HealthPRO Inc., Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of the Catholic Health Corporation of Manitoba and chairs the Community Council for Community Ventures, and also sits on the Southern Chiefs’ Organization Health Transformation Advisory Circle.


Munther Zeid

Munther and the Zeid family are caring community members, and own and operate Winnipeg’s largest independent family owned and operated grocery stores; FoodFare. Munther’s love of family and the city of Winnipeg is not only displayed in his family business, but also through his involvement in various charities and organizations. In addition to his work on the Grace Hospital Foundation board, Munther also sits on the board of the Children’s Hospital Foundation.

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Join us on Friday, May 14 and tune in to 680 CJOB from 9am - 6pm for an exciting day of events, discussions , and celebrations, as we raise money for the “Envision Our Grace” Capital Campaign, and the COVID-19 Fund!

This year, we have elected to keep our supporters at a safe distance by replacing the 2021 Grace Gala (the centerpiece of our spring fundraising activities) with the Grace Hospital Foundation Radiothon (Presented by FoodFare) on 680 CJOB on May 14! As much as we will miss seeing everyone in person to enjoy a wonderful evening with food and fun, we have made this adjustment to do our part to help Manitobans succeed in overcoming the pandemic.

This is an exciting fundraiser, and we need your support!
a) Sponsorship Opportunities: Follow this link to become a valued event sponsor https://gracehospitalfoundation.ca/all-event-list/…
b) Donations: Every dollar counts, and donations are already being accepted! Make a secure donation online at www.gracehospitalfoundation.ca/radiothon-donation/, or phone 204-837-0375 to arrange a payment today!
c) 50/50 Lottery: Buy your 50/50 tickets for your chance to be a winner, too! (www.thegrace5050.ca)

Many thanks to all who have donated and sponsored so far!
- Foodfare (Presenting Sponsor)
- Clint Griffith/CIBC Wood Gundy (Pearl McGonigal Award Sponsor)
- All Seniors Care Living Centres (Hourly Sponsor)
- Fountain Tire (https://facebook.com/Fountain-Tire-180079142623862…) (Hourly Sponsor)
- ft3 Architecture Landscape Interior Design & SMS Engineering Ltd. (Hourly Sponsor)

We will continue to work hard to achieve our fundraising goals in order to ensure Grace patients have access to the best testing equipment and care possible through this pandemic and beyond!
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Join us on Friday, May 14 and tune in to 680 CJOB from 9am - 6pm for an exciting day of events, discussions , and celebrations, as we raise money for the “Envision Our Grace” Capital Campaign, and the COVID-19 Fund! 

This year, we have elected to keep our supporters at a safe distance by replacing the 2021 Grace Gala (the centerpiece of our spring fundraising activities) with the Grace Hospital Foundation Radiothon (Presented by FoodFare) on 680 CJOB on May 14! As much as we will miss seeing everyone in person to enjoy a wonderful evening with food and fun, we have made this adjustment to do our part to help Manitobans succeed in overcoming the pandemic.       

This is an exciting fundraiser, and we need your support! 
a) Sponsorship Opportunities: Follow this link to become a valued event sponsor  https://www.gracehospitalfoundation.ca/all-event-list/ghf-radiothon/
b) Donations: Every dollar counts, and donations are already being accepted! Make a secure donation online at www.gracehospitalfoundation.ca/radiothon-donation/, or phone 204-837-0375 to arrange a payment today!
c) 50/50 Lottery: Buy your 50/50 tickets for your chance to be a winner, too! (www.thegrace5050.ca)

Many thanks to all who have donated and sponsored so far! 
- Foodfare (Presenting Sponsor)
- Clint Griffith/CIBC Wood Gundy (Pearl McGonigal Award Sponsor) 
- All Seniors Care Living Centres (Hourly Sponsor)
- Fountain Tire (https://www.facebook.com/Fountain-Tire-180079142623862) (Hourly Sponsor)
- ft3 Architecture Landscape Interior Design & SMS Engineering Ltd. (Hourly Sponsor) 

We will continue to work hard to achieve our fundraising goals in order to ensure Grace patients have access to the best testing equipment and care possible through this pandemic and beyond!
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Our 2021 SEEDS OF HOPE Campaign hit mail boxes last week, and we’re incredibly excited for everyone to be able to enjoy these beautiful Paintbrush Zinnias in their gardens this summer! ***Flowers are EXACTLY as shown! They were grown from the actual seeds we sent out.

Hopefully you were all on our mailing list!

If you did receive a packet of seeds, please consider making a donation to our Foundation using the enclosed reply envelope, or online through our website (gracehospitalfoundation.ca/seeds-of-hope. Link in bio.)

If you are not on our mailing list, but would like a packet of these easy to grow seeds and to support the Grace Hospital Foundation, please phone 204-837-0375 to arrange to have the seeds mailed to you!

Summer is definitely coming! We promise! #gardening #zinnias #seedsofhope #fundraiser
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Our 2021 SEEDS OF HOPE Campaign hit mail boxes last week, and we’re incredibly excited for everyone to be able to enjoy these beautiful Paintbrush Zinnias in their gardens this summer! ***Flowers are EXACTLY as shown! They were grown from the actual seeds we sent out.
 
Hopefully you were all on our mailing list!
 
If you did receive a packet of seeds, please consider making a donation to our Foundation using the enclosed reply envelope, or online through our website (gracehospitalfoundation.ca/seeds-of-hope. Link in bio.)
 
If you are not on our mailing list, but would like a packet of these easy to grow seeds and to support the Grace Hospital Foundation, please phone 204-837-0375 to arrange to have the seeds mailed to you!
 
Summer is definitely coming! We promise!  #gardening #zinnias #seedsofhope #fundraiser
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Got my seeds! Thanks! Looking forward to planting them after the snow melts 😊

It’s National Medical Laboratory Week! It’s the time of year to appreciate the group of professionals who collect samples from patients, analyze tissue samples, blood and other body fluids, and provide results to physicians for a diagnosis and potential treatment. Let’s hear it for the health care professionals who work behind the scenes to help diagnose everything from cancer to diabetes to COVID-19, saving countless lives along the way!

We are particularly proud of the Grace Lab group as they were one of the first hospitals in Canada to receive the national “Using Blood Wisely” designation in January for meeting national appropriateness benchmarks for reducing inappropriate red blood cell transfusions!

Thank a medical lab professional this week (and always)! #LabWeek #TakeACloserLook #MedLab

PS - Enjoy this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7aE8UbXaM8) and also enjoy the Winnipeg sign on April 14 as it is lit in indigo for Canada’s Medical Lab Professionals!
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It’s National Medical Laboratory Week! It’s the time of year to appreciate the group of professionals who collect samples from patients, analyze tissue samples, blood and other body fluids, and provide results to physicians for a diagnosis and potential treatment. Let’s hear it for the health care professionals who work behind the scenes to help diagnose everything from cancer to diabetes to COVID-19, saving countless lives along the way! 

We are particularly proud of the Grace Lab group as they were one of the first hospitals in Canada to receive the national “Using Blood Wisely” designation in January for meeting national appropriateness benchmarks for reducing inappropriate red blood cell transfusions!  

Thank a medical lab professional this week (and always)!  #LabWeek #TakeACloserLook #MedLab

PS - Enjoy this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7aE8UbXaM8) and also enjoy the Winnipeg sign on April 14 as it is lit in indigo for Canada’s Medical Lab Professionals!
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