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Updated Facts and Financials
In 2025-2026, we’ve seen remarkable growth in donor support with donations arriving from across Central Vancouver Island – from Bowser to Ladysmith, and all points in between.
Since 1991, over 50,000 donors have given over $75 million to the Foundation.
More individuals than ever before committed to supporting our hospital.
This allowed us to commit funds to the future Senior Friendly Emergency Unit, Fetal Monitors, Vital Signs Monitors, and much more!
NDHF had more donations annually in FY26 than any previous year.
the impact of your kindness in action Throughout 2025-2026
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The future Senior Friendly Emergency Unit at
NRGH represents an important investment
in the future of healthcare for older adults
across Central Vancouver Island. Designed with
comfort, dignity, accessibility, and safety in mind,
this enhanced space helps ensure seniors receive
care in an environment better suited to their
unique needs during what can often be stressful
and overwhelming medical situations.
With donor support and an amazing $250,000
matching gift from the Rogers Foundation we
were able to make this vision come to life.
Officially opened on September 2025, the
three-floor building is now home to a new ICU,
HAU, and modern staff workspaces designed
to support both patients and healthcare teams.
The 24-bed space provides specialized care for
patients with complex health needs while giving
staff the advanced tools and environment they
need, and deserve, to provide life-saving care.
New vital signs monitors have been funded
through $167,082 in donations for Oceanside
Health Centre to support frontline teams with
accurate, real-time patient monitoring. These
monitors track key health indicators including
blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation,
and temperature, helping clinicians quickly
assess patient conditions and respond efficiently.
The equipment enhances patient safety and
supports high-quality care across the facility.
Thanks to a $300,000, three-year commitment
from BMO, the Foundation launched the
Antenatal Travel Assistance Program, the
only program of its kind on Vancouver Island.
The program helps pregnant women and
their families who must travel to Nanaimo
Regional General Hospital for care by providing
accommodation reimbursements, gas vouchers,
and food vouchers.
After nearly two years of fundraising, a fully
accessible refurbished bus for Dufferin Place
Long Term Care Centre is officially on the road.
Thanks to generous support from community
donors, Eldercare Foundation, long-term care
staff, and a legacy gift from a local family,
residents can once again enjoy meaningful
outings and community connection.
Other NDHF Programs
Code Brew, the coffee shop in the lobby of the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, is owned and operated by the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation. Code Brew profits support the mission of the Foundation.
Code Brew proudly brews Canterbury Coffee, and offers a variety of freshly baked goodies, sandwiches, soups and salads. Our convenient NRGH location provides patients, staff and visitors an hospitable place to meet and take a break.
Code Brew serves an average of 3,000 customers per week, employs 11 staff, and is assisted by 13 volunteers.
Owned and operated by the Nanaimo & District Hospital Foundation, profits from LifeLine support the mission of the Foundation.
LifeLine provides over 1,500 clients with “touch of a button” personal emergency response service, offering emergency support for clients, and peace of mind for them and their families.
LifeLine serves the communities of Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and Gabriola Island.
Visit Nanaimo LifeLine’s website for more information, at NanaimoLifeline.ca.
