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Stay up to date with Joseph Brant Hospital and Foundation news, stories and announcements! JBH is also a partner member of the Burlington Ontario Health Team.

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

05/08/2026

This Leave a Legacy Month, we’re sharing Margaret’s story. 🧡

After a lifetime of serious health challenges, one experience at Joseph Brant Hospital changed the way she sees healthcare forever.

“It wasn’t just the medical care — it was the humanity.”

The compassion she experienced during a life-threatening emergency inspired her to leave a legacy that will help care for others for years to come.

Read her full story here: https://ow.ly/qP2v50YW8bW

05/07/2026

This Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we want to highlight Nina's Place.

Nina’s Place provides compassionate, client-centred services that support individuals during times of vulnerability, bringing together an exceptional interdisciplinary team of nurses and social workers to address both health and psychosocial needs.

Through trauma-informed and supportive care, the team focuses on harm reduction, advocacy, education and connection to community resources.

What truly sets Nina’s Place apart is the dedication, empathy and professionalism of the staff, whose commitment ensures every individual feels heard, supported and valued. Thank you for everything you do for our hospital and community 💜

Learn more about their services at https://ow.ly/WCl550YVzif

05/06/2026

Skip the cooking tonight and support a great cause—it's McHappy Day! 🍟🍔

Members of the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation team were out volunteering at several McDonald’s locations across Burlington today, proud to be part of such an impactful initiative.

We’re incredibly grateful to the Sgro family and everyone at McBurl Corp. for selecting the For All Minds Campaign as this year’s McHappy Day Community Partner Program recipient. Your generosity is helping support the redevelopment of the new Michael and Laura Paletta Mental Health & Addictions Unit at JBH. Thank you! 🧡

05/02/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we’re looking ahead to a brighter future for care in our community.

The redevelopment of the Michael & Laura Paletta Mental Health & Addictions Unit at Joseph Brant Hospital will create a space built for healing—ensuring dignified, respectful, person-centred care that supports recovery and improves outcomes for every patient.

Watch the video to see what’s coming and learn how the For All Minds Campaign is making it possible: https://ow.ly/lO2z50YSrLe

05/01/2026

This Doctors' Day, May 1, we're celebrating Dr. Christina Valiaveettil and all our physicians for the impact they make every day at JBH and across our community ❤️

Earlier this year, Dr. Valiaveettil took over Sylvia's care after she experienced a hemorrhagic stroke. Sylvia's husband Errol said Dr. Valiaveettil’s support helped him navigate many difficult days. "She talked to us a lot and spent time with us. She told us that things happen slowly; that it's a marathon, not a sprint. She was very caring and reassuring.”

"It truly is a privilege to earn my patients' trust during such a tumultuous time,” Dr. Valiaveettil said. "I'm inspired by the incredible strength they demonstrate and feel genuinely grateful to be a part of that journey."

Read more about how our doctors are making a difference at https://ow.ly/LosU50YTcpS

04/30/2026

Feeling snacky? 😋 From May 1 to August 31, when you order a Triple Play appetizer at Boston Pizza Burlington South, $1 will be donated to our For All Minds Campaign—supporting the redevelopment of the mental health and addictions unit at Joseph Brant Hospital.

Grab your friends and family, enjoy some great eats, and help power the best care close to home. 🧡

04/27/2026

This Patient Experience Week (April 27-May 1), we’re highlighting Etta and Cheryl from our Patient Experience team! They help listen to and partner with patients and families to improve their experience at JBH.

"Working with patients and clinical teams means listening on one side and translating on the other. I hear what patients and families are feeling in the moment then bring those insights to the teams delivering care. When someone connects those perspectives, communication improves, trust grows and care becomes more human."

Patients and families can share any compliments, concerns or questions with the Patient Experience team. Our specialists then collaborate with clinical teams to provide the best possible care and outcome for patients and families. The team can be reached directly at patientexperience@josephbranthospital.ca.

Read more about the impact of our Patient Experience team at https://ow.ly/xChp50YQF7Y

04/23/2026

Oz Zafar is a busy man. With a young family and a busy career, he’s always on the go, but he works hard to find time to get involved in his community.

“Volunteering is a way to help build stronger, healthier communities. It offers perspective, connection, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference,” he says. “And when volunteering aligns with your values, it becomes an extension of who you are, rather than an added obligation.”
Oz is completing his term on the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation Board of Directors, an organization he sees as dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of the Burlington and broader Halton communities.

“When the opportunity arose to volunteer with the Foundation, it felt like a meaningful way to give back to an institution that has such a tangible impact on individuals and families in our community every day,” he says. “The sense of purpose and collaboration made the engagement both rewarding and impactful, and I’m fortunate to have a supportive family, which makes community involvement possible.”

During National Volunteer Week, we recognize and appreciate Oz and all the volunteers who generously support our hospital and our community.

04/22/2026

All the cheers for our incredible volunteers! 🥳

We were so grateful to be able to celebrate the people who have shared their energy and time with our community, from those who have volunteered for 100 hours to those who have served for 35 years (shout out to Mimi in the final photo!).

Thank you for everything you do to make a positive impact on the experiences of our patients, visitors and staff!

04/21/2026

For Luisa Hubner, volunteering was always an important part of her life.

When her kids were younger, she juggled family and career but always found a way to give back.
“Back then, the majority of my volunteerism was around my children’s schools and sports teams,” she said. “As they grew up and left to build their own lives, I felt a void and knew that I wanted to give back to a community that has given my family so much.”

So, when a dear friend on the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation Board suggested it might be a good fit, Luisa took the opportunity.

“As a long-time Burlington resident, our family had benefited from the care provided by the hospital on so many occasions,” she said. “I feel it is very important that the community rallies around its hospital- however that may look – and volunteerism and philanthropy are two major ways to support.”

As Luisa nears the end of her six-year term on the Foundation Board, she looks back with great pride on what she has been part of.

“I believe volunteering is important because it engages the community, sets the tone for the generation coming up on our heels, and creates the best possible environment for our hospital to thrive,” she said. “I have embraced every aspect of it, and I have been honoured to serve our community in this capacity.”

During National Volunteer Week, we recognize and appreciate Luisa and all the volunteers who generously support our hospital and our community.

04/20/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! We’re so grateful to our hospital volunteers, board members, cabinet members and event committees who support our hospital and Foundation.

Your dedication and generosity make a positive impact in the lives of patients, visitors and staff with every interaction, every day. Thank you for being the heart of our community and sharing your time and talents with us ❤️

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Website

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

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