Our Stories

To our wonderful community,

As the year draws to a close and the holiday season approaches, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible strength and generosity of our community. This is a time to celebrate the progress we’ve made together and to acknowledge the challenges that still lie ahead. Your support has been the cornerstone of our efforts to ensure outstanding healthcare for Delta residents—and for that, we are deeply grateful. 

Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation (DHCH Foundation) remains committed to advocating for the healthcare needs of our community. We are actively collaborating with Fraser Health Authority, the Ministry of Health, MLA Ian Paton, and Delta’s Mayor and Council to address ongoing challenges, including  recent service interruptions due to a province-wide shortage of healthcare professionals—an issue deeply felt in Delta. 

Over the past year, DHCH Foundation has taken decisive steps to strengthen local healthcare, including: 

• Funding initiatives to recruit and retain physicians for Delta Hospital 

• Launching a granting program to support community-based healthcare initiatives to potentially reduce hospital visits 

• Advocating and providing funding for the new South Delta Urgent Primary Care Centre. This new service is located at #1826-4949 Canoe Pass Way in Tsawwassen and will be open 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on weekends and statutory holidays.  

Thanks to your generosity, we completed our campaign to raise a record $18.25 million for the Beedie Long Term Care Centre and committed $8 million to upgrade Delta Hospital’s Endoscopy Program.  This year’s Moonlight Gala alone contributed an unprecedented $1.8 million toward these efforts. We have also committed $2.5 million to the acquisition of hospital equipment. Discussions continue with Fraser Health regarding other high-priority equipment needs, including bringing MRI services to our site. 

Beyond fundraising, the Foundation plays a vital advocacy role—amplifying the voices of patients, families, and providers to influence positive change. Whether advocating for increased funding, improved access, or health equity, we remain a powerful champion for community well-being. 

As we look ahead to a new year, we do so with optimism and determination. The challenges in healthcare are real, but so are the opportunities. With your continued partnership, we will keep pushing boundaries, embracing innovation, and putting the community at the heart of everything we do. 

On behalf of the Foundation Board and staff, thank you. Your belief in our mission fuels our work and inspires us every day. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a healthy, hopeful year ahead. 

Kind regards,

Lisa Hoglund, CFRE

CEO

Delta Hospital and Community Health Foundation