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How VCH-Vancouver is taking action on homelessness

Homelessness Action Week is October 11 – 17. Find out what VCH-Vancouver is doing to help homeless and at-risk individuals.

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VCH and VPD collaborate to win two prominent awards

Thanks to the work of this integrated team, VCH, VPD, AOT and ACT have won two prominent awards for their breakthrough, innovative approach to mental health care.

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What would YOU do with an extra $12,500?

Everyone’s a winner with the new 50/50 staff lottery! Not only can you win big bucks, but you are also contributing to acute and community patient/client needs through the VGH UBC Hospital Foundation.

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2nd temporary lane closure at VGH inner courtyard

A second temporary lane closure will be located between Willow Pavilion and the construction site from October 6 – October 13.

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Elections Canada is coming to VGH!

In advance of the Federal Election on Monday, October 19, 2015, there will be a Special Ballot Voting Day for patients admitted to Vancouver General Hospital on Tuesday October 13, 2015.

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Become a Certified Urban Poling Instructor

We are offering free on-line Certified Urban Poling Instructor training to 20 hospital staff across the region.

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“It’s made me such a better nurse”

Quality time with patients is one of many reasons Sara Ruiz is excited to work in the new Burns, Trauma and High Acuity Unit at VGH.

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Staff kudos: “She was extremely patient with me and answered all of my questions”

A first-time mom finds herself questioning everything, but thanks to the help of a Ravensong nurse, she is able to get the answers and extra support she needs.

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Support women’s heart health by purchasing a decoration at Shoppers Drug Mart

Visit Shoppers Drug Mart at VGH and support the Leslie Diamond Women’s Heart Health Clinic by purchasing an apple, leaf, butterfly or bird icon.

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BWB Grand Prize winners announced!

Congrats to Manjit and Kamaljit! As the Grand Prize winners of our Best Work Buddy Contest, they’ve won a professional photo shoot.

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