Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon

Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon

Non-profit Organizations

Vancouver, BC 2,193 followers

Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon provides a place for families to stay together, steps away from a children’s hospital.

About us

In Canada, 2 out of 3 families live outside a city with a specialty children's hospital and must travel for urgent medical treatment if their child becomes seriously ill. For 40 years, Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon has provided a place for BC & Yukon families to stay together, steps away from the children’s hospital. Because when families stay together, sick children get stronger. At our 73-bedroom House in Vancouver, families have access to hot meals, comfortable accommodation, and carefully curated Wellness Programs such as Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Massage Therapy and more, which adds joy and a slice of normalcy back into their lives. We also serve families at the Ronald McDonald Family Room located within Surrey Memorial Hospital, a house within the hospital for families with children receiving treatment. RMH BC & Yukon depends on community support to serve up to 2,000 families each year, who travel from over 220 communities across BC & Yukon.

Website
http://www.rmhbc.ca
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Vancouver, BC
Type
Nonprofit
Founded
1983

Locations

Employees at Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon

Updates

  • 🌟 We are very grateful to our wonderful national partner, Moneris, for their incredible support! 🏠 In this year, the Moneris team visited our House and prepared not one, but two delightful family dinners. 🍽️ Their kindness and dedication brought warmth and joy to our families, making these meals truly special. Support from national partners like Moneris is vital. It empowers RMH BC & Yukon to continue providing unwavering care and support to our communities. 💪 Thank you, Moneris, for being such an amazing partner! 🤗 Your generosity helps us continue our mission of keeping families close during challenging times. 💞 Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada #RMHCNationalPartner

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  • We're incredibly grateful to our national partner, DKI Canada, for their generous donation of $10,000! 🌟🙌 The funds were raised during the 2nd Annual Barclay Carnival, where the DKI Barclay Restorations Team came together with clients, colleagues, and family for a day of fun and purpose. Your support helps us continue our mission at RMH BC & Yukon, providing a home away from home for families in need. ❤️ Here's a moment from our cheque presentation with the amazing DKI team. ❤️ Thank you, DKI, for helping us keep families close! 🤗💞 Support from national partners like DKI Canada is crucial. It empowers RMH BC & Yukon to continue our mission and provide unwavering care to our communities. 💪 #RMHCNationalPartner Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada

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  • Earlier this week, our CEO Richard Pass and Chair of the Board Linda Lemke were in Ottawa meeting with government officials and the rest of our Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada counterparts. Their discussions are crucial for advancing our mission to support families across BC and Yukon. With their support, we're fostering a community of care and hope! 💙🌟 #RMHC #RMHBC #KeepingFamiliesClose

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  • Ronald McDonald House BC and Yukon reposted this

    View profile for Kate Horton, graphic

    President & CEO, Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada | Board Director

    At Ronald McDonald Houses across Canada, even one family turned away from the essential support they need while their child is seriously sick… is one family too many. Today, National Child Day, is an opportunity for collective reflection on how we can all, ‘get better together’, by ensuring that children across Canada are fully supported to reach their full potential, including equitable access to life-saving paediatric healthcare. Thank you to Canada Healthwatch for helping to shine a light on the gap that exists for two thirds of Canada’s population. I invite you to read more, here. https://lnkd.in/gbsf7mrc Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada

    ‘No family turned away’: closing the gap in paediatric health care

    ‘No family turned away’: closing the gap in paediatric health care

    canadahealthwatch.ca

  • Light the House: Help Us Keep Families Close! ✨🏠 Meet the Stephens Family from Warfield, BC. Three years ago, their son Thatcher was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma at just four months old. They were medivac’d to Vancouver, eight hours from home, spending their Christmas far from their extended family and community. Thanks to Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, they could stay together during Thatcher’s treatment. This holiday season, families at Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, like the Stephens, are facing tough times as their children undergo life-saving treatments. They spend their holidays far from home, with worry in their hearts. ✨ We’re turning the House into a haven of joy and festive cheer, but we need your help. It costs $250 a night to support each family at RMH BC & Yukon. Today, you can double your impact thanks to our generous matching donor, Coca-Cola Canada. Visit https://bit.ly/40vHYvq to Light the House for families far from home this holiday season. 🎁❤️

  • Congratulations to Premier David Eby and the newly appointed BC Cabinet Ministers. At Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon, we look forward to continuing our collaboration with the provincial government to support families of seriously ill children. Together, we can ensure that families from all corners of B.C. stay close to their loved ones while receiving specialized care far from home. 💖🏠 #RMHBC #KeepingFamiliesClose

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  • 📢 Important Update: Canada Post Strike 📢 As you may know, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) has initiated a national strike as of Friday, November 15th. This may impact the timely delivery of your generous gifts to RMH BC & Yukon. To ensure your support reaches us without delay, please consider these alternative ways to give: - Online: Visit www.rmhbc.ca - By Phone: Call us at (604) 736-2957 - Other Methods: Contact us to learn more. If you would like to request an email copy of your tax receipt for a recent donation, please contact our team. We appreciate your understanding and continued generosity as we navigate this situation together. Thank you for your support! 💜

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  • 🌍 Reflecting on World Prematurity Day 🌍 Yesterday marked World Prematurity Day, a time to recognize the 15 million babies born prematurely each year who face unique challenges and health risks. At RMH BC & Yukon, we stand with these tiny fighters and their families, providing the support and care they need. 💜 Did you know? 18% of the families who stayed at RMH BC & Yukon last year had babies in the NICU after they were born prematurely. Our Family Service Team has set up a resource table with valuable information and support materials. Families can also enjoy our delightful “themed preemie sock cookies” 🍪, a sweet symbol of the tiny but mighty fighters we celebrate. Join us in raising awareness about prematurity and the importance of specialized care. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these little ones. 💪👶 Support our mission: https://bit.ly/3IJ2zU6

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  • A heartfelt thank you to our National Partner, CIBC, for their unwavering support of RMH BC & Yukon! 🌟 Your sponsorship of our Vancouver Invitational and Vancouver Island Golf Tournaments has been phenomenal. 🏌️♂️⛳ Additionally, your amazing staff have volunteered four times this year to prepare delicious meals for our families. 🍽️❤️ Support from National partners like CIBC is vital. It enables RMH BC & Yukon to advance our mission and deliver steadfast care to our communities. Together, we’re making a difference! 💪 #RMHCNationalPartner Ronald McDonald House Charities Canada

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  • The Stephens family from Warfield BC found a home away from home at Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon while their son Thatcher fought stage 4S neuroblastoma. 🏠❤️ Join us in our Light the House Campaign to help more families stay together during critical times. Give today and your donation will be DOUBLED (up to $25,000) thanks to our generous matching donor, Coca-Cola Canada.💡✨ Act Now: https://bit.ly/40vHYvq Read their inspiring story and see how you can make a difference: https://bit.ly/3CkLQW8

    Support Kootenay families in crisis : My Kootenay Now

    Support Kootenay families in crisis : My Kootenay Now

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