Celebrating 50 Years of Care — and Building the Next 50
In 2026, Queensway Carleton Hospital will celebrate its 50th anniversary — a milestone that belongs to every person, business, and organization that has helped shape QCH into the trusted pillar of care it is today.
When QCH first opened its doors in 1976, it was built for a community of 100,000 people. Today, more than 500,000 residents — half the population of Ottawa — rely on our hospital each year for timely, compassionate, and expert care.
But Ottawa’s west end is growing faster than ever — and the demand for high-quality, accessible healthcare continues to rise. Our Emergency Department, one of the busiest in Ontario, now welcomes over 80,000 visits annually, a number expected to exceed 100,000 by 2028–29. Built nearly five decades ago, our hospital now operates far beyond its original capacity. The need for expansion and innovation has never been greater.
To mark QCH’s anniversary — and to ignite the next chapter of growth — QCH Foundation is proud to launch the Fifty for 50 Community Giving Campaign, we invite hospital supporters like you, corporate donors and community partners to pledge $50,000 in honour of QCH’s 50th anniversary.
There are many meaningful ways to get involved: through a donation, a workplace campaign, hosting a fundraising event, or sponsoring one of QCH Foundation’s signature community events — including our exciting new 50/50 Online Lottery. However you choose to give, your support will help ensure our incredible physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams can continue delivering the exceptional, compassionate care our community deserves.
For fifty years, Queensway Carleton Hospital has been here for our families, our neighbours, and our community. Now, as we look ahead, we invite you to be part of the next chapter.
When half the population counts on you, you show up bigger. Together, let’s build the future of care for West Ottawa.
Ways to Get Involved
You care deeply not only about the patients who rely on QCH today, but about the future of healthcare in our community. For fifty years, you ensured that exceptional, compassionate care has been available to you and your loved ones. When government does not fully cover costs for healthcare, you have stepped up and rallied to support your hospital. We are grateful for your continued support today and for our next fifty years.
For 50 years, QCH has been here for your families, your neighbours, and your community. By planning a future gift to QCH Foundation, you help ensure this vital care continues for the next generation and beyond. Your legacy strengthens the future of healthcare and ensures that every patient who comes through our doors receives the best possible care — today, tomorrow, and for decades to come.
In today’s competitive business market, more and more companies are looking to strengthen their corporate social responsibility program in an effort to engage employees in a meaningful way and inspire social good.
By selecting the QCH Foundation as the charity of choice for your corporate philanthropy program you are investing in the development of local healthcare and giving staff an opportunity to build long-standing relationships and make an important community impact.
Talk to our team about your giving
Whether you’re considering a personal gift, planning a legacy, or exploring a corporate partnership, our team is here to guide you.
Connect with Nadine Fowler for personal giving, Julie Wade for legacy giving, or Katie King for corporate partnerships and we’ll help you find the approach that creates the greatest impact.