Over the past year, Royal University Hospital Foundation has been deeply honoured to receive several generous estate gifts from individuals who chose to remember the work that is being done at Royal University Hospital (RUH) through their Wills. These gifts, left as part of a final legacy, are among the most meaningful we receive—not only […]
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Barbara Surine’s lifelong connection to Royal University Hospital came full circle with a final act of generosity that will benefit patients and care teams for years to come. A nurse by training and a longtime donor, Barbara supported seven different campaigns at Royal University Hospital Foundation since 1990. Her gifts ranging from $20 to $5,000—helped […]
Elmer and Anne Guenther have always lived lives full of hard work, gratitude, and giving. For over 50 years, they worked side by side on their farm, planting seeds not only in the soil but also in their community. Their dedication to their family, to their work, and to helping others is always at the […]
At Royal University Hospital Foundation, we are deeply honoured to remember and celebrate the remarkable life of Rose Jarman—a compassionate and generous woman whose legacy of kindness and philanthropy will forever be woven into the fabric of our community. Rose lived a long and extraordinary life, passing away on August 31, 2024, just five days […]
Since 2018, Royal University Hospital Foundation’s Women Leading Philanthropy (WLP) program has been a catalyst for transformative change in health care and research across Saskatchewan. With over $1 million in WLP grant support invested in innovative projects, this inspiring community of women has accelerated life-saving advancements in care for patients and their families at RUH […]
The recent upgrades to Royal University Hospital’s busiest X-ray suites are transforming patient care, streamlining diagnosis, and ensuring faster treatment for some of Saskatchewan’s most critically ill and injured patients. Thanks to a $1 million donation from BHP last year, RUH’s General X-ray Department has transitioned from outdated cassette-based processes to state-of-the-art digital imaging technology. […]
Thanks to visionary donor support, Royal University Hospital (RUH) has once again solidified its reputation as Saskatchewan’s leading centre for cardiac innovation. Last year’s introduction of a dedicated laparoscopic cardiac surgery stack has not only fulfilled its initial promise—it has exceeded expectations and redefined how heart care is delivered in our province. Originally funded through […]
At Royal University Hospital, we understand that healing involves more than just physical recovery—it also requires tending to the emotional and mental well-being of every patient. Recognizing this, we continue to explore wellness-focused therapies that uplift the spirit and calm the mind. Through initiatives like Adventures to Wellness and our hospital-based Yoga Program, we are […]
RUH Foundation is proud to announce that, thanks to donor support and a generous matching gift from Merlis Belsher and family, the Foundation has met its fundraising goal to help purchase a state-of-the-art neurosurgical stereotactic robot—a groundbreaking advancement that will significantly improve surgical precision and patient recovery outcomes.
