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Opened on February 1,1961, Joseph Brant Hospital was erected on land owned by its namesake, Thyandenegea (Joseph Brant). Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) is a full-service community teaching hospital located in the growing and thriving community of Burlington, Ontario. The hospital serves residents from Burlington and surrounding cities of Hamilton, Waterdown, Flamborough, Milton and Stoney Creek. JBH is one of Hamilton Niagara’s Top Employers for six consecutive years, with a skilled staff of 194 physicians, 852 nurses, 2,062 full- and part-time staff and more than 700 volunteers. JBH is a Clinical Education site in conjunction with McMaster University, and designated as an Academic Community Teaching Hospital. Its expanded campus, including the state-of-art Michael Lee-Chin & Family Patient Tower, features an Emergency Department, 293 funded inpatient beds, and 9 Operating Rooms. JBH inspires and empowers a culture of caring and this is demonstrated in many ways including our commitment to the health, safety and well-being of our people. The Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation is a charitable organization founded in 1976. With the help of the community and corporate sponsors, it has raised over $40 million for the improvement of the hospital. Through fundraising initiatives, the Foundation works to assist JBH in its mission to provide compassionate quality health care. Through our events and fundraising initiatives, we strive to build and strengthen community relationships, rally support for our cause, and ultimately benefit the community at large by helping to improve the quality health care provided by Joseph Brant Hospital. There are many ways to get involved and make a difference. We invite you to be an active participant in our community and its health care. View our Terms of Use: tinyurl.com/484waeb7

03/20/2026

As a former nurse, Eileen Baggs has always been a person who asks a lot of questions, so when she was diagnosed with cancer, she wanted to have all the information.

“In dealing with cancer, it’s critical to know what’s going on, and the team at Joseph Brant Hospital answered all my questions,” she said. “I would go with my list of questions, and Dr. Phillips was so informative.”

In the summer of 2024, Eileen and her husband, Doug, moved from Ancaster to Burlington. The couple had always gone to Oakville for care because that’s where Doug worked, so it was home base. But when she discovered a lump in her breast, she was referred to JBH for her chemotherapy.

“I couldn’t have had a better experience,” Eileen said. “I got booklets and pamphlets, so I knew everything that was going to happen, and understood the protocol. Everyone was so informative and knowledgeable.”

She credits her support network for helping her stay positive throughout her treatment. Her family, friends, and husband were there to keep her positive, but the team at JBH were always there.

“They never failed to respond, and that’s what I found so amazing,” she said. “I’ve just had such a positive journey through all this.”

The JBH Foundation's Gift of Gratitude program is an excellent way to say thank you to a person, a group, or a department that made your experience a positive one. Visit https://ow.ly/BP3G50YwlVT because it's great to be grateful.

03/17/2026

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03/13/2026

We're proud to be featured in Healthcare Outlook for our transformative Project Harmony initiative — a major step forward in delivering seamless, modern, patient centred care.

Through our partnership with St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, we’re implementing an integrated health information system powered by Epic (Dovetale) to better connect patients with the care they need, when and where they need it.

This digital transformation strengthens our commitment to innovation, compassion, and improving the healthcare experience for our entire community.

Read the full story at https://ow.ly/selB50YtpNv

03/11/2026

Today is the National Day of Observance for COVID-19, a day to reflect on the profound and lasting impact of the pandemic.

To all our staff, physicians and volunteers: thank you for everything you’ve given, and continue to give, in service of our patients and community.

03/10/2026

Tomorrow is Canadian Women Physicians Day! For Dr. Gurpreet Jaswal, a specialist in General Internal Medicine and Stroke Prevention, the day represents solidarity and collective strength.

"It's a celebration and reflection of the competence, confidence and resilience of women physicians across Canada and of the milestones we have achieved together. It is also a reminder that we stand on the shoulders of other remarkable women, and that our responsibility is to continue lifting one another up.

This day encourages us not to shrink ourselves or step back, but to stand proudly in our achievements and to model possibility for future generations of women who will follow in our footsteps."

Read more from Dr. Jaswal on leadership and women in medicine at https://ow.ly/gNIk50YrPLc

03/09/2026

Shout out to our Eating Matters Program and the amazing volunteers who support patients at mealtimes!

If you love meeting people and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, we’re currently looking for more Eating Matters volunteers.

As a volunteer, you’ll:
• Make a direct impact on patient comfort and recovery
• Gain valuable healthcare experience in a hospital setting
• Build new skills in communication, teamwork and patient support
• Meet great people and become part of a caring hospital community

Learn more and apply today at https://ow.ly/v41V50Yriei

03/08/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re proud to highlight Dr. Rahima Nenshi, General Surgeon and recently appointed Chief of Staff at JBH.

“With training in clinical epidemiology, I bring a data-informed lens to decision-making. I believe clarity, fairness and evidence matter,” she said. “Outside the hospital, I am a parent, daughter, partner, neighbor, friend and volunteer. These roles shape how I lead – with empathy, perspective and a strong sense of responsibility.”

As Chief of Staff, Dr. Nenshi plays a pivotal role in advancing JBH's strategic vision by fostering clinical and operational excellence, championing innovation and equity in care delivery and strengthening physician engagement.

“My vision is that JBH continues to be a place where people feel seen, heard and valued in their work and where clinical excellence is matched by a culture of mutual respect and shared accountability."

Read more about Dr. Nenshi's leadership at https://ow.ly/21VU50Yqgmn

03/06/2026

Run, don’t walk to COBS Maple Mews this Saturday, March 7! Grab a 6-pack (or two) of Hot Cross Buns and $2 from every pack sold will be donated to the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation. 🧡

03/03/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Bell Let's Talk for their generous $25,000 donation supporting the pilot of our new Older Adult Cognitive Program at Joseph Brant Hospital.

This meaningful investment helps us respond to the evolving needs of our Burlington community. Thank you for making a difference! 🧡

03/02/2026

Fresh off the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Games, we’re excited to welcome Team Canada Women’s Hockey silver medalist Renata Fast to our Women in Leadership Panel presented by TD 🥈🇨🇦

✨ Good news! We’ve released a limited number of additional tickets to this previously sold-out event — but they won’t last long.

Join us this Thursday, March 5 at the Pearle Hotel for an inspiring morning of candid conversation, powerful insights, and personal reflections from an exceptional group of women.

Learn more about our full panel and secure your ticket: https://ow.ly/swV150YofgK

02/27/2026

Thank you for making a difference! 🧡

Our 2025 Annual Donor Report celebrates you — the donors, families, and community partners who help Joseph Brant Hospital provide high-quality, person-centred care. From the For All Minds Campaign to the many ways your generosity changes patients’ lives every day.

✨ See your impact: https://jbhfoundation.ca/annual-donor-report-2025/

02/26/2026

“JBH is not only committed to medical excellence but also to creating a welcoming, inclusive and compassionate environment where everyone feels safe and valued. That’s what makes a hospital not just a place of treatment, but a place of healing.”

Hanadi was a newcomer to Canada when she joined us as a Patient Family Advisor in 2019. Her insights have helped newcomers feel more confident and supported as they navigate care.

She also made sure that newcomers' voices were incorporated into our refreshed Patient Declaration of Values (PDOV), a guiding document that reflects what matters most to our patients and their families.

“We helped shape the wording of the PDOV so that it reflects dignity, respect, trust, cultural awareness, positive impact and compassion," she said. "We made sure that the voices of patients, families, newcomers and diverse communities were included, so the declaration represents real experiences rather than just organizational language.”

Read the rest of Hanadi's story and our refreshed Patient Declaration of Values at https://ow.ly/we2F50YmyYS

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+19056323737

Website

http://www.josephbranthospital.ca/, https://jbhfoundation.ca/

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