Hamilton Health Sciences

04/30/2026

When Lily Maracle was offered the chance to try walking on her own using robotic legs, the four-year-old Hamilton girl stepped right up to the challenge. Lily was born with cerebral palsy and relies on a walker to get around. To help build strength, endurance and coordination, Lily visits our Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre for physical therapy wearing robotic legs, developed by Mississauga-based Trexo Robotics Inc.

Learn more at www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/share/robotic-legs-for-rehab/

Hamilton Health Sciences Foundation

04/30/2026

We join McMaster University and the wider community in mourning the loss and celebrating the life of professor Juliet Daniel. Dr. Daniel was a giant in cancer research and a mentor to many. At HHS, Dr. Daniel was well known for her discovery of the Kaiso gene, being an enthusiastic supporter of the BRIGHT Run/Walk for Breast Cancer Research and for her role as an instrumental champion of the regional Black Health table. She will be deeply missed.

The Distinguished University Professor was a groundbreaking cancer biologist, dedicated mentor and tireless community advocate.

04/24/2026

Some of our volunteers even have paws! 🐾

Thanks to the St. John Ambulance Halton-Hamilton-Haldimand Therapy Dog Program, Shelley and her therapy dog Hope volunteer at our St. Peter's Hospital. Walking the halls and units of the hospital, they bring smiles and joy to our staff while helping reduce stress and anxiety with each furry pat, ear scratch and adorable tail wag. 🐕

To learn more about volunteering with us or to apply to be a volunteer visit,
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/volunteer/

04/24/2026

The Canadian College of Health Leaders is proud to announce that Hamilton Health Sciences was named recipient of the 2026 Energy and Environmental Stewardship Award for their outstanding commitment to sustainability and climate resilience. > https://bit.ly/hamilton-health-sciences-energy-and-environmental-stewardship-award

As one of Ontario’s largest and most complex health systems, HHS has demonstrated that sustainability and clinical excellence can, and must, go hand in hand. Since 2016, the organization has achieved remarkable, measurable progress: nearly 475 million ekWh in energy savings, more than 1,200 megalitres of water conserved, an Energy Use Index improvement of 16 ekWh per square foot, and an impressive 41% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse per square foot, and an impressive 41% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions. These achievements are supported by disciplined governance, transparent reporting, and a long-term roadmap toward net-zero emissions by 2050.

These efforts reflect a shared belief that environmental responsibility is a matter of health equity and a core dimension of quality care. With its sustained results, innovative practices, and deep organizational commitment, Hamilton Health Sciences exemplifies the spirit of this award and stands as a national leader in building a healthier, more sustainable future for the communities it serves.

The award is sponsored by Trane Canada

04/23/2026

Another National Volunteer Week profile - the GPS!

Priya is one of our Guiding People Services (GPS) volunteers and is here to help you found your way. Priya volunteers at our McMaster Children's Hospital/McMaster University Medical Centre to help patients and families navigate the hospital, personally guiding them to where they need to be, all with a friendly smile on his face 🙂.

To learn more about volunteering with us or to apply to be a volunteer visit, www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/volunteer

04/22/2026

Our Therapy Garden is growing!🌱 For some of our physicians, staff and patients planted 10 Saskatoon berry trees. A special thanks to Dr. Myles Sergeant for leading the event and staff member Mandy Snively, who leads maintaining the garden for the season, for ensuring patients and the garden club staff could attend. These additional trees mean more patient therapy and staff wellness sessions can take place. Let the gardening season begin. 🌻

04/22/2026

Hamilton resident Lester Krames was the main support person for his late wife, Carol, both at home and at her bedside when she was hospitalized.

The word “visitor” doesn’t do justice to the role of close family members and friends in a hospital setting, says Krames. So, he along with a group of our family and patient representatives, suggested we adopt the Essential Care Partner program, which includes a patient’s trusted family member or friend as part of the hospital health-care team. The individual provides comfort, emotional and psychological support to their hospitalized loved one, communicate with the health-care team, help support the patient’s needs, and ensure that care reflects the patient’s preferences.

Read more about Krames' story and this innovative program, which is now available at all our hospitals. https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/share/essential-care-partner-program/

04/21/2026

For National Volunteer Week we're highlighting a few more of our volunteers and the unique roles they have within our hospitals.

Jessie is a Hospital Elder Life Program (HELP) volunteer at our Satellite Health Facility. Currently studying Life Sciences at McMaster University, she kindly devotes her time to assist in delirium prevention in our older adult patients. Jessie brings warm blankets, water and activity kits to patients to aid in their mental and physical recovery while in hospital.

To learn more about volunteering with us or to apply to be a volunteer visit,
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/volunteer/

04/20/2026

Maureen Hewins is one of our longest-serving volunteers, contributing an astonishing 22,000+ hours over 25 years. Four days a week, she can be found at our Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre carefully crafting personalized learning materials for children who need extra support reaching developmental milestones or facing challenges with things like speaking, movement or interacting with others.

Read more about Hewins in celebration of Volunteer Canada's National Volunteer Week. https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/share/national-volunteer-week-2026/

04/17/2026

“Our unique approach is bringing changes for the better, and I believe that’s reflected in the data we’re seeing.”

Our West Lincoln Memorial Hospital launched its Hospitalist Midwifery Program in 2024, making it one of the first hospitals in Ontario and Canada to employ midwives as hospital staff.

Early data from the program shows benefits for patients, care teams and the hospital since the addition of hospitalist midwives, who work with obstetricians, family physicians and community-based midwives.

Read more at https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/share/benefits-of-hospitalist-midwives/

04/17/2026

In 2023, we released our inaugural 5-Year Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan — an important step towards building an equitable, inclusive and accessible health system. Today, we're releasing our 2025–2026 Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Progress Report, highlighting the progress we’ve made in year three of this journey, and our collective focus on improving equitable care and experiences of the communities we serve.

Visit https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/about-us/our-organization/edi

04/07/2026

We’re excited to welcome back as the Diamond Sponsor for this year’s MacKids Walk & Wheel event taking place on Saturday, June 6! ⭐

CPKC has been a dedicated partner and sponsor of Walk & Wheel for five years, supporting McMaster Children's Hospital, including Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre. Their ongoing commitment helps to enhance patient care and create meaningful, fun-filled experiences for families who join us at this special event.