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12/25/2025

Knitting for Newborns this holiday season!

At QCH, some of the smallest patients are being wrapped in a whole lot of love, one stitch at a time. Meet Shirley Arnold, a passionate knitter who donated handmade car seat blankets and festive Christmas and Hanukkah hats for newborns born at QCH. Thank you for your generosity, time and care!

Read the full story here: https://www.qchblog.com/news/2025/12/17/knitting-for-newborns

12/24/2025

Our team loves holiday sweaters! Every Wednesday this month, teams pulled out their best festive sweaters.

Which one is your favourite?

We hope everyone has a fun and safe holidays!

12/23/2025

The 2022 derecho storm brought down a 150-year-old oak tree at the west entrance of QCH. A loss for the hospital turned into an opportunity for local Ottawa carpenter Tim Holland (TH Custom Woodwork)
With QCH’s support, Tim transformed the wood into hundreds of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted charcuterie boards. The charcuterie boards were listed as part of the 2022 Hope Returns Auction, raising $15,000.

There are still more boards available if you’re looking for a meaningful gift or a treat for yourself. Proceeds go to the QCH Foundation and support patient care. Check them out: https://trellis.org/charcuterie

Read more about this story in our latest blog: https://www.qchblog.com/50-stories-in-50-years/2025/12/19/story-9-remember-when-a-fallen-tree-was-reborn-as-charcuterie-boards

12/22/2025

In the ICU, healing is about more than .

Did you know that our Intensive Care Unit uses a care approach called NSPADESS (Nutrition, Sedation, Pain, Agitation, Delirium, Early Mobility, Sleep, Supports)? A simple checklist that helps our teams make sure every patient’s needs are being met, not just their medical ones.

Each month, our ICU team focuses its continuous learning activities on one part of NSPADESS. This month’s focus is nutrition, highlighting how vital proper nourishment is to recovery.

With support from our and speech-language pathologists, staff gather for quick learning huddles at the bedside, strengthening teamwork and keeping patient-centred care front and centre.

It’s one more way our ICU teams are learning, growing, and caring — together. 💪

12/19/2025

A Final Wish Granted: The Unforgettable Baptism

Ed Montano, Spiritual Care Practitioner, at QCH, has supported patients and families through some of their most vulnerable moments. Ed shares one unforgettable experience: organizing a baptism for a patient nearing the end of life. It’s a powerful glimpse into the compassionate role that the spiritual care and palliative care teams play every day.

Read the full story: https://www.qchblog.com/50-stories-in-50-years/2025/12/18/story-8-a-final-wish-granted

Spiritual Care During the
We know this time of year can bring joy and emotional strain. The Spiritual Care team is here to support not only our patients and families, but also our staff.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need support. You can visit the Care website for more information and resources, or stop by the Spiritual Care Office next to the Gift Box on the main level: https://www.qch.on.ca/SpiritualCare

12/18/2025

💵 Come with us as we surprise our first $1,000 Early Bird winner, Craig! 🎉

Support patient care at Queensway Carleton Hospital by getting your QCH 50/50 tickets at QCH5050.com and subscribe monthly so you never miss a draw!

Next $1,000 Early Bird Prize Draw: January 16

Jackpot Draw: January 30 — over $10,000 and growing.

Must be 18+. Play responsibly. ConnexOntario.ca or 1-866-531-2600 Lottery License

12/17/2025

🎉 50 years of care. One BIG way to celebrate. 🎉
To mark Queensway Carleton Hospital’s 50th anniversary, QCH Foundation has launched a brand-new 50/50 Monthly Lottery — and you could win BIG while supporting your hospital.

👉 Get your tickets now at QCH5050.com

💰 Our first grand prize draw is January 30, 2026
🔥 Jackpot is already over $10,000 and growing!
🎟️ Guaranteed cash prizes every month

👏 Congrats to Craig Brunet, winner of our $1,000 Early Bird draw!

⏰ Next Early Bird prize is coming January 16, 2026 — don’t miss it.

Every ticket supports the highest-priority medical equipment needs at QCH, directly helping patients and care teams.

✔️ Don’t forget to confirm your monthly subscription so you’re entered in every draw

Must be 18+ and in Ontario. Play responsibly. Lottery License

12/17/2025

Our new Emergency Department waiting room volunteers have started this week!

Stationed at a desk near triage and registration, volunteers answer quick questions, offer directions, and help visitors feel at ease. By sharing helpful information about hospital services and what to expect, they allow the ED care team to stay focused on patient care.

Look out for the "Ask Me" sign!

12/15/2025

Today Ottawa Public Health has reported a sharp rise in serious flu cases and complications in children across Ontario and more recently in Ottawa. Sadly, three children between the ages of five and nine have passed away from influenza A-related complications in Ottawa.

This flu season is expected to be more intense and we strongly urge everyone six months and older to get their flu vaccine as soon as possible.

Hear from QCH's Dr. Greg Rose, Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, about how to get your flu shot today.

Protect yourself and those around you this winter.

12/15/2025

With flu activity increasing rapidly across the region, we’re sharing an important update from the Medical Officers of Health for Ottawa Public Health and the Eastern Ontario Health Unit about what this means for families and how to reduce your risks of severe illness. Please take a moment to read the full release https://ottawa.ca/en/city-hall/city-news/newsroom/statement-regional-medical-officers-health-sharp-rise-serious-flu-cases-children

Eastern Ontario Health Unit

12/15/2025

Notice for Patients & Visitors: The roadway adjacent to the main entrance will be closed until NOON today. Please use Richmond Road to enter the hospital. All hospital services and appointments are continuing as scheduled. Visitor parking is still accessible.

If you’re coming to QCH, please allow yourself a little extra time to park and get to your appointment.

Thank you for your patience.

12/12/2025

FINAL UPDATE— Work is complete.

UPDATE - Notice for Patients & Visitors: Please use Richmond Road to access the hospital and follow the detour signs.

Repair work on a water main is taking place today and throughout the weekend in the roadway adjacent to the main entrance. All hospital services and appointments are continuing as scheduled.

If you’re coming to QCH, please allow yourself a little extra time to park and get to your appointment.

Thank you for your patience.

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3045 Baseline Road
Ottawa, ON
K2H8P4

Website

http://www.qchfoundation.ca/

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