April 29, 2008
Volunteers at YCH took center stage last night at the hospital’s annual Volunteer Awards Night.
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Presenter Rhelda Stockall, left, congratulates 40-year recipients Lois Anderson and Iva White. |
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April 22, 2008
Recently retired professional Harold Rose wanted to keep active in his retirement. After 43 years in the home electronics industry as a Sales Manager, he was used to…
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April 22, 2008
Each year, thousands of Ontarians get a second chance to live life to its fullest, thanks to the kindness of people who have given the gift of life by donating their organs and/or tissue.
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April 13, 2008
Today at York Central Hospital Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care George Smitherman announced that hospitals across the province will be receiving new funding to help relieve pressures and support wait time strategies for priority services across the system.
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Minister of Health George Smitherman makes provincial funding announcement at YCH on April 8 |
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March 19, 2008
Norooz in Persian means "New Day." This celebration of the New Year, brings hope, peace and prosperity to the world.
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March 11, 2008
Hospitals get on board with planning proposed integration: centres of excellence would result in positive patient outcomes, shorter wait times and more surgeries
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March 6, 2008
The Hospital recently received the 2008 Conservation and Sustainability Award by the Richmond Hill Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by PowerStream.
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February 21, 2008
York Central Hospital is pleased to celebrate Black History Month today! As part of our continuing commitment to diversity, the Hospital will highlight the accomplishments of African Canadian individuals and celebrate their cultural traditions.
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February 21, 2008
York Central Hospital looks forward to celebrating Black History Month! As part of our Diversity events, the Hospital will highlight the accomplishments of African Canadian individuals and celebrate their cultural traditions. Please join us for an inspiring afternoon of African and Caribbean culture!
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Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Place: Continuing Care and Rehabilitation Centre Atrium, 10 Trench Street, Richmond Hill
We are delighted to extend this invitation to attend our upcoming Chinese New Year Celebration on Feb 6. The event is organized and funded by York Central Hospital staff and physicians of Chinese descent who wish to share their cultural background with their colleagues, our patients and visitors, the celebration will include a New Year’s dragon dance, kung fu demonstration, traditional Chinese cuisine and a variety of other cultural displays and activities.
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Monday, December 31st, 2007
Cocktail Reception: 7:30pm / Dinner: 8:30pm
Place: Richmond Hill Country Club, 8905 Bathurst Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0H4
Tickets: $165
Complimentary Bar & Gourmet Dinner ~ Wine with Meal & Champagne Toast at Midnight
$20 from each ticket will be donated to York Central Hospital Foundation
For tickets or further information, please contact Tracy Moses at Richmond Hill Country Club: 905-731-2800 ext. 341
December 20, 2007
Hospital representatives update Peter Shurman, MPP, Thornhill, on current challenges, progress on our redevelopment and the need for his support on a number of key issues during his recent visit to York Central Hospital. MPP Shurman receives a tour of areas such as the Emergency Department, Operating Room, Family Birthing Centre and Interim Dialysis.
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Leanne McCullough, Manager of the Woman and Child Program (right), guides Thornhill MPP Peter Shurman around the newly built Family Birthing Centre at York Central Hospital. |
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Linda Myles, Interim Director of the Surgery Program at York Central Hospital, poses with Thornhill MPP Peter Shurman. |
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Dialysis Program Nursing Manager Barbara Gray thanks Thornhill MPP Peter Shurman for his visit to the Dialysis Unit at York Central Hospital. |
December 13, 2007
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December 5, 2007
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November 8, 2007
YCH is hosting its first ever Diwali celebration on Thursday, November 8th at 2:30 p.m. organized by staff, physicians and volunteers of Indian heritage and their colleagues. The hospital continues to create a warm, welcoming environment for all…
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October 26, 2007
One out of every nine Canadian women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Breast Cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among Canadian women and the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Canada.
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October 22, 2007
 
 
York Central Hospital celebrates the passing of the half-way mark for Phase One of its major expansion and renovation project slated for completion in spring 2009. The event includes the traditional ceremonial pouring of the last bucket of cement on the roof of its new North Wing as well as a special Topping-Off Ceremony
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October 16, 2007
York Central Hospital’s Topping Off Ceremony celebrates a major milestone in Phase One of its Redevelopment. This ceremony marks the date that the $93 million major expansion and renovation project reaches the half-way mark en route to completion in spring 2009. The event includes a ceremonial pouring of the last bucket of cement on the roof of the new 148,000 sq. ft. North Wing.
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October 1, 2007
Members of our local community and staff are standing outside the Sukkah on the garden patio at York Central Hospital (YCH) on October 1, 2007 for the official Sukkah Open House event. From left, they are Rabbi Dr. Moshe J. Yeres, Vice Principal, Jewish Studies, TanenbaumCHAT Kimel Campus; Bruce Harber, President and CEO, YCH; Mitchel Goldenberg, Vice President, Student Council, TanenbaumCHAT Kimel Campus; Mayor Dave Barrow, Richmond Hill; Mendel Janowski, Community Development Coordinator, YCH; Rabbi Lazer Danzinger, Chaplain, Spiritual Care Services, YCH; Rabbi Ronald Weiss, Director of Chaplaincy Services, Jewish Family and Child.
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