Canuck Place Gift of Time Raises $1.44 Million

Over $1.44 million was raised this past Saturday at the 22nd Annual Gift of Time Gala, presented by Nicola Wealth, to support care for Canuck Place children and families.

Canuck Place Gift of Time Raises $1.44 million

Hosted by Riaz Meghji, and an energetic live auction powered by Fred Lee, the event combined glitz and glamour with the warmth of compassion and a shared commitment to making a meaningful difference in for children and their families.

At the heart of the evening was the Gervais family’s story, shared by Canuck Place mom Krista Gervais. Her daughter, Savanna, had a joyful spirit and love for life that continue to shine through the memories of those who knew her. Through unimaginable heartbreak, the Gervais family found comfort, connection, and compassionate care through Canuck Place, helping them make the most of their precious time together.

Thanks to this generous support, more families like the Gervaises across BC and the Yukon will have access to that same care and support, not only at Canuck Place hospices, but in their homes, hospitals, and communities. Support from donors helps bring expert care to families wherever they are, allowing them to focus on what matters most: being together.

About Canuck Place

Canuck Place is a centre of excellence for children’s palliative care. Children with serious illnesses and their families receive specialist-led, family-centred care in BC and the Yukon. A comprehensive program focused on improving quality of life is accessible for over 1,035 children and families addressing physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs.

Canuck Place offers pediatric advance care planning, provincial 24-Hour Clinical Care Line, pain and symptom management, family support and respite, end-of-life, grief, loss, and bereavement care. Patient families are supported in hospitals and homes, and through two hospices located in Vancouver and Abbotsford with 10 patient beds and 8 family suites. Program services include nursing and physician care, psychosocial and spiritual care, education, music therapy, and recreation therapy.

With a talented team, over 350 volunteers, the Canuck Place Research Initiative, knowledge and training programs for healthcare providers, and patient-family partners, we improve care for children with short lives and the families who love them.

Miss604 is a proud sponsor of the Gift of Time, since 2013.

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