We are very excited to report that in 2024 we had sixteen applications for bursary awards. All applicants this year were descendants of VGH grads. We were pleased to award a total of $31,200 to the bursary applicants. Three students will be showcased in the Newsletter that will be sent out /posted very soon.
Application forms are being revised for the 2025 bursary year and will be posted in April.
February ’74 Reunion Report: The February ’74 class held their 50th anniversary reunion in
Our class, February 1964, celebrated our 60th anniversary from the VGH School of Nursing at
Our planned reunions for this year are as follows: Saturday May 3, 2025: Gillnetter Pub,
Arriving at The Galiano Inn, the classmates enjoyed three days of memory sharing and lots of laughter. Dinner at The Hummingbird Pub was followed by the RCMP costumed escort and members in capes, caps, and scissors as Edythe arrived with The Torch. The self-appointed Health Clinic Nurses were presented with a Clinic Kit to ensure a safe night for all.
Gathering for breakfast the next day, the members completed quizzes, sang a revised Adjustment Song, opened Goody Bags, and heard Joan’s evaluation review complete with prizes. The Health Clinic was opened and several remedies were demonstrated before Ocean Potion was served to all.
Following Free Time to explore or relax, the group gathered near The Gazebo to hear and view Memories that some had never heard before.
Prior to dinner, a tribute to Charlotte Wynne was read and Moon River was sung. The Memorial Book was available for viewing. Following dinner, a new Alphabet for Seniors was presented and then The Squirelles Decades Tour channeling ABBA was revealed! The costumes and act were the highlight of the evening. Door prizes and special gifts were distributed.