Vancouver General Hospital receives $60-million donation to fund cardiovascular institute
The president of the Vancouver General Hospital's foundation has announced a $60-million donation that will go toward creating a world-leading cardiovascular institute.
Angela Chapman of the VGH and UBC Hospital Foundation says the donation from the Dilawri Foundation is the largest in the hospital foundation's history.
Chapman says the land for the Dilawri Cardiovascular Institute on West 12th Avenue in Vancouver is currently being rezoned, with construction hoped to begin in 2027.
Dr. David Wood, head of cardiology at the hospital, says $35 million is earmarked for the new institute, while $25 million is for a new 'innovation fund' to immediately bolster research, while attracting top talent in the field from all over the world.
Wood says the fund will allow him and colleagues to quickly implement new ideas without having to wait for government funding, including from the United States where he says the scientific research landscape is 'dramatically different than it was six months ago.'
Ajay Dilawri, whose family company owns dozens of car dealerships, says the foundation made the donation after his father sought out treatment for heart issues around the world, and Dr. Wood and his team were the only ones who didn't propose 'invasive' and complex open-heart surgery.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
National Post
13 minutes ago
- National Post
KixCare's Kix360° Membership Touches Down in Air Canada's Aeroplan eStore
Article content New offering allows members to redeem points for 24/7 virtual healthcare for kids under 18 Article content TORONTO & MONTREAL — KixCare, Canada's first and only national, bilingual virtual healthcare solution dedicated to children and teenagers, has partnered with Aeroplan to offer its Kix360° membership program in the Air Canada Aeroplan eStore. Canadian Aeroplan Members can now redeem their points for a three- or 12-month subscription that provides comprehensive virtual physical and mental healthcare from a trusted team of pediatric professionals, anytime, anywhere. Article content Article content 'At KixCare, we believe that kids require specialized care to address both physical and mental health concerns, and parents shouldn't have to wait weeks or months to speak with a healthcare professional when their child is sick or struggling,' says Adam Saperia, CEO of KixCare. 'We're excited to partner with Aeroplan to give Canadian families more ways to access our services than ever before.' Article content Developed with busy families in mind, Kix360° offers fast, reliable access to a team of top pediatric experts who can help parents navigate unexpected illnesses at home and abroad, provide mental health counseling, advise on difficult conversations, and share guidance on children's overall health and wellbeing. Cutting down on unnecessary emergency room visits and long wait times, Kix360° seamlessly connects parents to the right healthcare professional through secure messaging and video calls. Article content Founded in 2021 by a team of physicians – all parents themselves – KixCare was created to remove the barriers families face in accessing timely, specialized care. By offering 24/7 support across Canada, the service helps reduce visits to walk-in clinics or emergency rooms while providing crucial health services and parenting support. Article content 'Travel should be a fun and relaxing time for families to make memories together, so for added peace of mind, we offer familiar care navigation to parents in the event their child should get sick while abroad,' says Saperia. 'With Kix360°, families have direct access to trusted experts who understand what kids and teens need – providing real help, in real time, whether at home or on vacation.' Article content One Kix360° membership covers all children under 18 in a household, making it a simple and effective solution for families seeking immediate personalized care. In addition to virtual appointments and care navigation while travelling, families also benefit from expert-led webinars, parenting tips, and a growing collection of pediatric health resources. Both the three- and 12-month memberships can be found on the Aeroplan eStore now for 12,500 and 18,100 points, respectively. Article content 'We pride ourselves on offering our members meaningful rewards that support their everyday needs as well as their travel experiences. With the addition of Kix360° to the Aeroplan eStore, members can turn their points into peace of mind,' adds Andrew Noonan, Manager of Loyalty Retail and Affiliate Products at Air Canada. Article content About KixCare Article content KixCare is a Canadian digital health company and virtual care platform, connecting families and their children with around-the-clock physical and mental health services. Created by doctors with over fifty years of combined clinical and corporate experience, our mission is to offer all Canadian children and teenagers access to quality care without delay. As the only national bilingual virtual service focused on kids' health and wellbeing, our team of pediatric specialists include nurses, psychologists, social workers, dietitians, and many more experts. We're here to make it all better, together. Article content About Aeroplan Article content Air Canada's Aeroplan is Canada's leading travel loyalty program, chosen by more than 9 million active members worldwide. Aeroplan helps members travel more and offers the ability to earn or redeem points on all Air Canada flights as well as on the world's largest airline partner network, encompassing over 45 airlines serving more than 1,300 of destinations across the globe. Members can also redeem points on an extensive range of merchandise, car rental rewards, and hotels with preferential rates at acclaimed hotels worldwide through HotelSavers. Article content Aeroplan offers members exceptional value and exclusive benefits including saving on redemptions with no additional cash surcharges on Air Canada flights, starting at 6,000 points. Members earn points with Aeroplan's more than 250 financial, retail, and travel partners, including online shopping via the Aeroplan eStore. Aeroplan's unique everyday partnerships in Canada with Uber, Starbucks, LCBO and Parkland's participating 1,100+ Ultramar, Chevron, Pioneer, Fas Gas, ON the RUN and Marché Express locations Canada-wide, enable members to earn points directly when making a purchase. Article content Article content
CTV News
15 minutes ago
- CTV News
New building to fight cancer could cost $1 billion, Manitoba premier says
Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew speaks with media before at a First Ministers Meeting at the National War Museum Friday, March 21, 2025 in Ottawa. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government says construction on a long-promised centre for cancer research and treatment will get underway next year. The new headquarters for CancerCare Manitoba was cancelled by the former Progressive Conservative government in 2017, and the NDP promised in 2023 to build it if elected. Premier Wab Kinew says $11.5 million has been set aside this year for design work and a four-year construction project is expected to start next year. Kinew says a very preliminary cost estimate is over $800 million but that figure could rise to $1 billion. The current building opened in 2003, and Dr. Dhali Dhaliwal, former CEO of CancerCare Manitoba, says a new, larger building with updated technology is needed. The project is to be built near the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 9, 2025. Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press
The Province
15 minutes ago
- The Province
Social media users freaking out over Lululemon's planned price increases
Canadian-headquartered apparel company says tariffs to blame Lululemon enthusiasts are lashing out over the Canadian apparel company's plans to increase prices in response to tariffs. Photo by Joe Raedle / GETTY IMAGES Lululemon enthusiasts are lashing out over the Canadian apparel company's plans to spike prices in response to tariffs. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. Unlimited online access to The Province and 15 news sites with one account. The Province ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on. Daily puzzles and comics, including the New York Times Crossword. Support local journalism. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Late last week, the Vancouver-based, globally recognized company announced it would be increasing some prices. 'We are planning to take strategic price increases, looking item by item across our assortment as we typically do,' chief financial officer Meghan Frank told analysts on a call held as the company's share price tumbled 23% to US$255.32 in afterhours trading last Thursday. The price increases on products will be 'modest in nature' and only applied to a 'small' portion of Lululemon's products. Customers can thank U.S. President Donald Trump's trade war. 'We experienced lower store traffic in the Americas, partially reflective of economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, lower consumer confidence, and changes in discretionary spending,' the company said in a recent statement. What it means is that brand's loyal cult-following of millennial and Gen-Z yoga types aren't splurging on the company's clothing as they perhaps once did. The clothing company said the hikes will roll out within weeks, but online reaction was instant. 'You better get it together. Lulu. Using tariffs as an excuse in your rest of the year outlook is not a smart move. Amazon/Walmart tried this it didn't go well. You're Down 65$ today. Our family was a big lulu fan not so much anymore,' one user posted to social-media site X. 'For what they charge for their products, you'd think it was made in America,' another post read. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. You better get it together. Lulu. Using tariffs as an excuse in your rest of the year outlook is not a smart move. Amazon/walmart tried this it didn't go well You're Down 65$ today. Our family was a big lulu fan not so much anymore. — #Liberationday (@StephenWil257) June 6, 2025 In 2024, 40% of Lululemon's products were made in Vietnam, and 28% of its fabrics came from mainland China. Both countries have been hit hard by Trump's trade crackdown. But some folks seem to have had enough. 'It can't be that yoga pants shouldn't cost $125 a pair. No. That's not it,' someone said, while another posted, 'Their stuff is ridiculously overpriced… total ripoff.' 'Lululemon's collapse isn't about tariffs — it's about betting on foreign manufacturing while ignoring American resilience,' yet another critic said. Vancouver Canucks Sports Local News Sports Local News
