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News from Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation

Don’t Ever Quit: Cheryl’s Journey Back to Life

Don’t Ever Quit: Cheryl’s Journey Back to Life

Posted Oct 6th, 2026

If there’s one thing Cheryl wants you to know, it’s this: Don’t ever quit. She says it with the kind of certainty that comes from experience. Cheryl has spent much of her life navigating severe rheumatoid arthritis, countless surgeries and more than her share of setbacks. But she has also learned that progress doesn’t happen by giving up.

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Donor Impact Report - Generosity in Action 2025/2026

Donor Impact Report - Generosity in Action 2025/2026

Posted Sep 8th, 2026 in News

This Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation Donor Impact Report highlights a few of the many ways our community is making a difference for patients across Niagara Region who are fighting to rebuild their lives.

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Hotel Dieu Shaver Celebrates the Royal Canadian Legion's Century of Service and Community Impact

Hotel Dieu Shaver Celebrates the Royal Canadian Legion's Century of Service and Community Impact

Posted Aug 27th, 2026

Imagine waking up one day and suddenly being unable to move your body, lift your arm, speak clearly, or even follow a thought through to the end. For many patients who arrive at Hotel Dieu Shaver, that moment has already happened...

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The First Time Standing: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

The First Time Standing: A Milestone Worth Celebrating

Posted Jun 30th, 2026

Imagine waking up one day and suddenly being unable to move your body, lift your arm, speak clearly, or even follow a thought through to the end. For many patients who arrive at Hotel Dieu Shaver, that moment has already happened...

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A Lasting Legacy of Care

A Lasting Legacy of Care

Posted Apr 15th, 2026 in News

A remarkable act of generosity is helping ensure the future of specialized Parkinson's rehabilitation in our community.

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Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation Scores Big for the 10th Annual Celebrity Ice Cup

Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation Scores Big for the 10th Annual Celebrity Ice Cup

Posted Mar 4th, 2026

NHL Alumni laced up their skates to face off with and against Niagara hockey amateurs for Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation’s 10th annual Celebrity Ice Cup. This milestone year, players and teams have raised more than $330,000+ in support of patient care equipment at Hotel Dieu Shaver.

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2025 Rankin Cancer Run

2025 Rankin Cancer Run

Posted Dec 30th, 2025

Did you know that the 2025 Rankin Cancer Run raised $40,000 for the Rankin Family Cancer Rehab Program at HDS, which included a generous donation of $11,461 from June MacKinnon! Niagara’s Rankin Cancer Run has been a generous supporter of Hotel Dieu Shaver for many years. Our sincerest thanks go to the event organizers, sponsors, volunteers, and participants—your dedication continues to provide vital cancer care programs in our community.

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Happy Holidays from HDS Foundation!

Happy Holidays from HDS Foundation!

Posted Dec 24th, 2025

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! From all of us at Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation, may your Christmas be filled with peace, and may the new year bring you health and happiness. As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for your friendship and support.

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David S. Howes Fund

David S. Howes Fund

Posted Dec 19th, 2025

Hotel Dieu Shaver Foundation was proud to welcome Bryan Rose, Executive Director of the Niagara Community Foundation, for a special cheque presentation celebrating a $44,000 grant from the David S. Howes Fund at Niagara Community Foundation.

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Foundation Focus: Fall 2025

Foundation Focus: Fall 2025

Posted Oct 7th, 2025

Our 1st print newsletter is here, just not how we planned! Inside, you’ll see highlights from our heartwarming Hope in Motion event and meet incredible patients whose journey's show the powerful impact of your support.  

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Rebuilding Lives, Renewing Hope

Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Foundation raises and manages funds for patient-care equipment, education, specialty programs, and improvements to treatment areas to support exemplary patient care at Hotel Dieu Shaver, Niagara’s Only rehabilitation and complex care hospital.

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