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HMECU Supports Emergency Care

The BCHS Foundation is grateful to Healthcare and Municipal Employees’ Credit Union (HMECU) for a generous donation of $10,000 in support of the Emergency Department renovation at the Brantford General.

Did You Know??

• HMECU is one of the oldest and most respected Credit Unions in Ontario. For 85 years, HMECU has prided itself on exceptional member service, commitment to the communities served and to its dedicated staff.
• HMECU staff are committed to giving back to their communities.
• HMECU gives back to BCHS! They've supported through the Brantford and Hamilton branches since 2014 with donations, sponsorships, and event participation.
• HMECU offers banking online, on your mobile device, at an ATM, or in person. Banking has never been more convenient!
• HMECU (Brantford Branch) is located at 330 West Street

To learn more about Healthcare and Municipal Employees’ Credit Union and their support of the BCHS, BCHS Foundation, and to meet the Brantford team please visit hmecu.com/about-us/community/BCHS

Kiwanis Supports Family Birthing Centre

Recently, members of the Kiwanis Club of Brantford presented a $25,000 donation to the BCHS Foundation.

This generous donation will be directed toward the purchase of a birthing bed to benefit the Family Birthing Centre. In the 2022-2023 fiscal year the Brant Community Healthcare System welcomed 1,515 babies into the world. The Family Birthing Centre has 5 labour and delivery rooms available with 2 overflow birthing beds. In addition, there are 15 beds available post-delivery.

These birthing beds are electronically operated and allow for raising and lowering of the mid-section of the mattress as well as head and foot end portions of the bed. The bed includes convenient controls and ergonomic design for both mom and the care provider.

Kiwanis Club of Brantford supports children in our community by raising funds through activities such as the Christmas Campaign, Trivia Night, Ploughman’s Lunch and the Dinner for Two raffle. The Kiwanis Club of Brantford’s total cumulative giving to the BCHS Foundation is over $126,000.? In addition, nearly $92,000 was donated through the Kiwanis Brant County Lifeline.

The BCHS Foundation is so grateful to this incredible group for their generosity and community leadership.

Join the BCHS Foundation Board of Directors

Are you passionate about healthcare? Want to make a difference in your community? The BCHS Foundation Board of Directors is currently accepting applications.

Residents of Brantford, Brant County, Six Nations of the Grand River, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation interested in becoming a member are encouraged to apply. Members represent a wide spectrum of professional and personal skills and interests and bring the community’s perspective to the Foundation Board. Selected applications will be invited to an interview by a committee of the Board.

For more details and application information please visit our website

Split the Pot Lottery

The BCHS Foundation is taking part in the Split the Pot Lottery!

Ontario Hospital Foundations have come together to create the Split the Pot Lottery to benefit provincial healthcare and many lucky Ontarians.? From 26 Early Bird prize winners to 13 Grand Prize winners – participation in Split the Pot is a win for everyone in Ontario!

"The Brant Community Healthcare System Foundation is thrilled to be a Split the Pot Lottery partner. Proceeds our Foundation receives through this unique program will directly benefit the purchase of medical equipment to support patient-centered care at the Brantford General and the Willett, Paris. Thank you for participating to make local healthcare strong."?- Kari Wilson, BCHS Foundation Executive Director

Support the BCHS by getting your tickets here!

Upcoming Events

Susan Stewart at the The Rope Factory Event Hall. Wednesday March 27 and Thursday March 28. Proceeds benefit mental health at the BCHS!

Susan Stewart delivers a blend of wit and wisdom to help people see the lighter side of life. While giving audiences lots of good laughs, Susan delivers powerful messages about stress management, resiliency, and mental health.

"Last year was the most difficult year of my life and like any comedian would, I've written a show about it.", adds Susan "Come have some laughs and find out what I learned the hard way about taking mental health seriously".

Get your tickets at?rough-patch.eventbrite.ca

Mark your calendars - the 4th annual Rotary Club Of Brantford Sunrise Online Auction takes place from April 18 to 28!

Bigger and better... they are stocking their shelves now. Start dreaming about a condo in Mexico for a week, outdoor furniture, great golf games, and all your favourite sports events!

Proceeds from the online auction will support pediatrics at the BCHS. Thanks to your support of the auction since year 1, you've helped Rotary Brantford Sunrise raise $115,000 to support pediatrics, including the recently opened Pediatric Acute Referral Service clinic!

To donate a product or service for the auction, please email [email protected]

Bookmark the auction site here