EKFH

8th Annual EKFH Starlite Campaign
2015-11-27 - 2016-02-29 | British Columbia
Cranbrook, BC… On November 27 the roofline atop the East Kootenay Regional Hospital will welcome the annual lighting of stars as part of the 8th annual Starlite Campaign. The Starlite Campaign is the signature holiday event of East Kootenay Foundation for Health.
Donna Grainger, Executive Director for EKFH reports that the pre-holiday fundraising drive is having a remarkable impact already with a record breaking start of $54,526 in donations.
These donations are lighting seven large stars: (1) Billie’s Star (Eagles Nest RV Resort), (2) Eagles Nest RV Resort & Key City Old-Timers, (3) Anonymous Donation, (4 & 5) Margaret Delmont in memory of Ed Delamont, (6) Elk Valley Thrift Shop and (7) The Madsen Family in memory of Gerhardt Madsen; and seven small stars: (1 & 2) Anonymous donations, (3) Kimberley Dynamiters, (4, 5, 6 & 7) accumulated public donations to kick off the campaign.
This year’s campaign is raising funds for regional and community health programs with a fundraising goal to raise $150,000 to light 17 large stars ($5,000 per star) and 24 small stars ($2,500 per star). These programs are dedicated to helping those with arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, respiratory needs, and more or for those that may require help with chronic disease management, home nursing, in-home oxygen, wound, senior, pediatric and self-care programs. More often than not these programs have smaller equipment needs. However the impact those pieces of equipment and patient education tools can deliver through these programs can often help people who wouldn’t have had anywhere else to turn to for assistance.
We all know life can change in an instant; it is comforting to know that donations made to EKFH will have a direct impact on the care available right here at home.Your donation plays a crucial role in EKFH’s mission to provide funding for the East Kootenay Regional Hospital and other community facilities in complementing the health care needs of the region.
Making a donation and spreading the word about our activities and the work we do will go a long way towards making a difference for your health, your family, your our friends, your hospital and the health care facilities in your community. To make a gift to the Starlite Campaign visit www.ekfh.ca.

Go Blue for Breakfast!
2015-11-14 09:30 - 11:30 (America/Edmonton) | Heritage Inn, 803 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 3S2, Canada
ABOUT WORLD DIABETES DAY
World Diabetes Day (WDD) is celebrated every year on November 14. The World Diabetes Day campaign is led by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and its member associations. It engages millions of people worldwide in diabetes advocacy and awareness. World Diabetes Day was created in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health Organization in response to growing concerns about the escalating health threat that diabetes now poses. World Diabetes Day became an official United Nations Day in 2007 with the passage of United Nation Resolution 61/225. The campaign draws attention to issues of paramount importance to the diabetes world and keeps diabetes firmly in the public spotlight.
World Diabetes Day is a campaign that features a new theme chosen by the International Diabetes Federation each year to address issues facing the global diabetes community. While the themed campaigns last the whole year, the day itself is celebrated on November 14, to mark the birthday of Frederick Banting who, along with Charles Best, first conceived the idea which led to the discovery of insulin in 1921.

Healthy Living and Diabetes is the World Diabetes Day theme for 2014-2016.

Yahk Carefest
2015-10-03 17:30 - 23:00 | Yahk Kingsgate Community Hall, 8790 Railway Avenue, Yahk, BC, Canada

Aggie's Fall Fling
2015-09-25 07:00 - 21:00 | Heritage Inn, 803 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 3S2, Canada

2nd Annual NAPA Golf Get Together John Dixon Memorial
2015-09-25 | British Columbia
Managers from NAPA Auto Parts dealerships in Southern Alberta and B.C. will gather at the St. Eugene Mission Resort for its inaugural John Dixon Memorial Golf Tournament. The group, joined by family and friends, will join together to golf, laugh and share memories of a man who gave much to his community through his affiliation with the NAPA organization.

Denham Ford Drive One for Your Community
2015-09-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Denham Ford, 2417 Cranbrook St N, Cranbrook, BC, V1C 3T3, Canada
