Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation

Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation SJRH Foundation is a charitable organization focused on funding health care initiatives.

A heartfelt thank you to Irving Oil for their generous donation of beautiful garden equipment, flowers, and outdoor seat...
06/18/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Irving Oil for their generous donation of beautiful garden equipment, flowers, and outdoor seating to the Cancer Support Centre 💛

We are especially grateful to the Irving Oil team members who took the time to assemble and personally deliver these items. Their thoughtfulness and hands-on support have helped create a welcoming outdoor space that will be enjoyed by so many.

The Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program provides free support and wellness services for people living with cancer and their loved ones. Through offerings such as nutrition and cooking classes, movement and rehabilitation, mindfulness, peer support, and other wellness programs, we help individuals feel stronger, more connected, and less alone throughout their cancer journey.

These beautiful additions will enhance our space and provide a place for participants to gather, reflect, connect, and enjoy moments of peace and comfort. We know they will be appreciated for years to come.

Thank you, Irving Oil, for helping us create an even more welcoming environment for those we serve.

To learn more about the Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program, the services available and how you can support, visit: https://sjrhfoundation.ca/cancersupport/

Cancer changed everything for Meliza Carpenter's family.When her husband, Garry, was diagnosed with stage four melanoma,...
06/17/2026

Cancer changed everything for Meliza Carpenter's family.

When her husband, Garry, was diagnosed with stage four melanoma, their world shifted overnight. Suddenly, life revolved around appointments, treatments, uncertainty, and trying to hold everything together for their young children.

As Meliza spent time in the oncology unit, she saw that every family's cancer journey comes with challenges beyond treatment itself. Financial pressures, emotional strain, transportation concerns, and the daily realities of navigating a diagnosis can affect every aspect of life.

That's why support for the Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program is so important. Made possible through donor generosity, it helps provide programs, resources, and support that help patients and families navigate the cancer journey with greater comfort, dignity, and connection.

Today, Meliza honours Garry's legacy through the Fundy Trail Cancer Walk. Her children, Lucinda and Little Garry, lovingly call it "Daddy's Walk" and already ask when they can do it again.

Their story is one of love, loss, resilience, and the power of community.

Read the full story: https://sjrhfoundation.ca/2026/06/11/walking-together-for-cancer-care-fundy-trail-cancer-walk/

🎉 Congratulations to Kelly Lawson, the grand prize show home winner of our very first Spring Hospital Home Lottery!Thank...
06/16/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Kelly Lawson, the grand prize show home winner of our very first Spring Hospital Home Lottery!

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets, shared our posts, and supported the Spring lottery. Your participation helps fund vital health care equipment, programs, and services that make a difference for patients and families across our region.

Congratulations to all of the prize winners. Together, we're advancing health care and making a lasting impact right here at home. 💙

⏰ Only 2 Weeks Left to Register — and only a few spots remain!Be part of the 2026 Race by-the-Sea Saint Andrews Internat...
06/15/2026

⏰ Only 2 Weeks Left to Register — and only a few spots remain!

Be part of the 2026 Race by-the-Sea Saint Andrews International Dragon Boat Festival and help support mental health programs for local cancer patients and their families in Charlotte County and the Saint John area.

💙 Teams are challenged to raise $1,000 in support of this important cause.
🐉 Rally your crew, make an impact, and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water.

📅 Registration closes June 30.

Register and learn more: https://sjrhcommunity.crowdchange.ca/129248

Register your team today before all spots are filled!

Please join us in welcoming Trish Kramer to the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation team as our new Director of Annu...
06/13/2026

Please join us in welcoming Trish Kramer to the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation team as our new Director of Annual Giving!

Trish brings extensive experience in marketing, partnerships, events, and stakeholder engagement, having worked with organizations including The JUNO Awards, Irving Oil, and global non-profit CDP. Throughout her career, she has been passionate about connecting people with meaningful causes and building support for initiatives that create lasting impact.

Her connection to our mission is also deeply personal. As a donor, volunteer, and former member of the Foundation's Future Forward Council, Trish has long been a champion of exceptional health care in our region and understands the important role philanthropy plays in supporting patients and families.

After building her career in Halifax, Toronto, and beyond, Trish returned to the Saint John region in 2018 and is now raising her family in the community she proudly calls home.

We're thrilled to have Trish on our team and look forward to the leadership, experience, and passion she brings to strengthening support for the Saint John Regional Hospital and advancing health care across New Brunswick.

Learn more about Trish and meet the rest of our team: https://sjrhfoundation.ca/staff/

A big thank you to the Town of Quispamsis for investing in local cancer care and support.Through a $5,000 contribution t...
06/11/2026

A big thank you to the Town of Quispamsis for investing in local cancer care and support.

Through a $5,000 contribution to the Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program, Quispamsis is helping us enhance programs and services that improve the lives of cancer patients, survivors, and their families.

We are grateful for this partnership and for the community leaders who continue to champion better health care close to home. 💙

📸 Pictured: Mayor Libby O'Hara with Anthony Enman, Corporate Partnerships Officer, and Shannon Hunter, President & CEO of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

⏰ One week left to apply!If you’re studying to become a mental health professional in New Brunswick, this is your remind...
06/10/2026

⏰ One week left to apply!

If you’re studying to become a mental health professional in New Brunswick, this is your reminder to take the next step toward your future—and your impact. 💙

The Franklin MindCare Scholarship, established by philanthropists Janice Franklin and the late Mitchell Franklin and managed by the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation, was created to help address the growing need for skilled mental health professionals in our province.

It’s more than just financial support—it’s an investment in people who are committed to strengthening mental health care and supporting healthier communities across New Brunswick.

✨ $3,500 non-renewable award
✨ Supporting students pursuing careers in mental health
✨ Helping build a stronger, more responsive mental health system in NB

🔗 Apply now: sjrhfoundation.ca/franklin-mindcare-scholarship
📅 Deadline: June 18, 2026

Join a community of changemakers—like last year’s recipient, Candace Ducey—and take the next step in your journey. 💙

What happens when music, community, and compassion come together? Incredible things. 💙We are deeply grateful to Kelly Ga...
06/09/2026

What happens when music, community, and compassion come together? Incredible things. 💙

We are deeply grateful to Kelly Galbraith, Healing Voices and everyone involved in the inaugural You've Got a Friend Concert, which raised an amazing $9,341 in support of the Cancer Support Centre.

Held at St. Mark's United Church, this special afternoon of music celebrated friendship, resilience, and hope while bringing our community together to support those affected by cancer.

At the heart of the event was Healing Voices, a welcoming choir created for individuals who are undergoing or have experienced cancer treatment, as well as caregivers, family members, and supporters. Under the leadership of Kelly Galbraith, the choir provides a space where music becomes a source of connection, healing, and strength.

Thank you to Kelly, Healing Voices, the performers, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who attended and donated. Your generosity helps ensure that individuals and families facing cancer have access to vital support services when they need them most.

Listen to their story on CBC: cbc .ca "Songs for the hardest times"

Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community. 💙

What happens when music, community, and compassion come together? Incredible things. 💙We are deeply grateful to Kelly Ga...
06/09/2026

What happens when music, community, and compassion come together? Incredible things. 💙

We are deeply grateful to Kelly Galbraith, Healing Voices and everyone involved in the inaugural You've Got a Friend Concert, which raised an amazing $9,341 in support of the Cancer Support Centre.

Held at St. Mark's United Church, this special afternoon of music celebrated friendship, resilience, and hope while bringing our community together to support those affected by cancer.

At the heart of the event was Healing Voices, a welcoming choir created for individuals who are undergoing or have experienced cancer treatment, as well as caregivers, family members, and supporters. Under the leadership of Kelly Galbraith, the choir provides a space where music becomes a source of connection, healing, and strength.

Thank you to Kelly, Healing Voices, the performers, volunteers, sponsors, and everyone who attended and donated. Your generosity helps ensure that individuals and families facing cancer have access to vital support services when they need them most.

Listen to their story on CBC: https://ow.ly/eMhl50Z7ATs

Together, we are building a stronger, more compassionate community. 💙

Cancer survivorship is about so much more than finishing treatment.It is about rebuilding strength. Finding connection. ...
06/07/2026

Cancer survivorship is about so much more than finishing treatment.

It is about rebuilding strength. Finding connection. Feeling seen. Learning how to live again after everything has changed. 💛

This Cancer Survivorship Day, we are honouring every patient, survivor, caregiver, clinician, volunteer, and donor who helped build the Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program into what it is today.

What began as a grassroots vision for whole-person cancer care has grown into a trusted, hospital-connected support program that has helped more than 1,000 patients and family members find hope, healing, and community.

We are deeply grateful to The Arthur L. Irving Family Foundation and Irving Oil whose founding generosity helped make this 100% donor-funded program possible, while recognizing Dr. Margot Burnell’s extraordinary leadership and commitment to compassionate, survivorship-focused care.

Because of this community, patients are reminded every day that they are not alone.

Read the story behind the Dr. Margot Burnell Cancer Support Program and the lives it continues to impact: https://ow.ly/2b8w50Z7LwX

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400 University Avenue
Saint John, NB
E2L4L2

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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