We provide essential items and extra support for patients and families when they need it the most. Through our wide-range of initiatives, we enable the purchase and distribution of everything from life saving medical equipment to the "little things" like clothing that make a life-changing difference for patients in need.
We Support
Providing extra care for patients — clothing, comfort items, packages for moms and more.
We Fundraise
In-hospital fundraising to support essential hospital services + Programs
We Go Beyond
Supporting patients across all four Ottawa Hospital campuses and our community
2025-2026 snapshot:
81+
rehabilitation-related items purchased for patients
$8,000
In bursaries for nurses to further their education
$1.35 million
In equipment to help support lung health
Through its hospital shops, retail venues and other fundraising initiatives, the Auxiliary donates money to support patient care and the hospital community.
“Having clothing resources provided by the Auxiliary is essential to maintaining the patient’s dignity, assists as part of the discharge planning process and maintaining patient flow in the hospital…. without access to this clothing cupboard patients might have to be sent home in hospital gowns/pants/blankets “
Jette Haswell, Social worker, Psychosocial Services