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With Gratitude: The New Oncology Centre is Open

With Gratitude: The New Oncology Centre is Open

At the South Okanagan Similkameen (SOS) Medical Foundation, we are reflecting on a milestone that belongs to everyone in this community. Thanks to your generosity, we successfully raised $10 million to support the Oncology Centre upgrade at Penticton Regional...

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Royal Canadian Legion Br#97 – Oliver

Royal Canadian Legion Br#97 – Oliver

The Legion presented us with $10,000 with funds raised through their regular meat draws at their club. Wow! As some members have been touched by cancer it was an easy decision to support the $10 Million Oncology Campaign at PRH which serves the residents throughout...

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Fraternal Order of Eagles Br#4281

Fraternal Order of Eagles Br#4281

Thank you to the Fraternal Order of Eagles Br#4281 who presented us with $23,930.00.  This donation will be applied to their $200,000 pledge for the PRH Oncology Clinic.  The Eagles have been proud supporters of quality healthcare since 1996.  We are grateful for...

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Kiwanis Club of Oliver Gives $50,000!

Kiwanis Club of Oliver Gives $50,000!

We were honored to receive a generous cheque of $50,000 from our Kiwanis friends in Oliver. The funds were raised throughout the year from the sales of their successful Kiwanis Market located in Oliver. Amazing! Pictured from left to right: Kiwanis members Darrell...

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SOS Medical Foundation Announces New CEO

SOS Medical Foundation Announces New CEO

A new Chief Executive Officer for the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation is set to begin his new role November 1st. Ian Lindsay, formerly Director of Development at The University of Northern British Columbia (Prince George) and prior as Regional Director...

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Thank You RBC Dominion Securities Penticton

Thank You RBC Dominion Securities Penticton

Staff of RBC Dominion Securities Penticton, through the RBC Foundation, recently presented their generous donation of $5,000 to our $10 million Oncology Campaign.  Thank You!! Together, we can provide better cancer care closer to home. Left to right: Brian Hughes,...

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SOS Medical Foundation Gala Nov. 25th

SOS Medical Foundation Gala Nov. 25th

The SOS Medical Foundation is hosting an evening of elegance dedicated to raising funds for our $10 Million Oncology Campaign. Join us for an elegant dinner paired with local wines, music and dancing. Gala guests will have the exclusive opportunity to bid via live...

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Thank You Survivorship Dragon Boat Team!

Thank You Survivorship Dragon Boat Team!

The Survivorship Dragonboat Team, an incredibly inspiring group of breast cancer survivors, has shown that we can make a difference together. We were thrilled to accept a cheque due to their energetic paddling, with the funds heading toward our $10 million Oncology...

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PRH Gift Shop Pledges $200,000 to Oncology Campaign

PRH Gift Shop Pledges $200,000 to Oncology Campaign

It's incredible to witness a legacy that began 75 years ago when the Penticton Gift Shop opened its booth to sell knitted items for babies. Now they are taking their commitment to the community even further with a $200,000 pledge to the SOS Medical Foundation's $10...

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