On May 1st, we celebrated our 115th anniversary at Chilliwack General Hospital with some dignitaries, hospital administration, and the Fraser Valley Healthcare Foundation. We donated $115,000 towards an echocardiography ultrasound machine.
On March 4th, we were invited to attend a bursary appreciation dinner at Imagine High Integrated High School. We donated $11,000 towards bursaries at the Chilliwack secondary schools.
We attended the very informative BCAHA conference in Vernon from April 19th to 22nd. We were presented with our 115th year anniversary certificate.
On May 8th, we held our annual Auxiliary Day/Mother’s Day bake sale surpassing all sales records at over $2800.
It is not all work and no play for us. The hospital invited us to their appreciation BBQ held this year on June 19. The food was delicious and we enjoyed the time spent together.
On the 3rd Wednesday of each month we enjoy a dinner at our local Ricky’s restaurant. see pic
This year we presented service award pins to long serving members.
On July 11th we held our very first bingo fundraiser. We sold liquor and hot dogs and had a silent auction table, a baking table, a toonie toss, and a 50/50 draw. There were 5 bingo games with nice prizes donated by some community businesses and individuals, including a $500 cash prize for the last game. Everyone enjoyed the evening so much they want us to hold one every month.
Put August 20, 2025 from 2-4 pm on your calendars for A Celebration for Seniors Fundraiser: Tribute to Elvis with Chilliwack’s own Steve Elliott performing at the Salvation Army Church.
Includes coffee, tea, and sweets.
Proceeds go towards much needed equipment for Chilliwack General Hospital.
Purchase tickets at the Hospital Info Booth on Mondays 8:00 am-3:30 pm, Wednesdays 8:00 am-12:00 pm, and Fridays 8:00 am-12:00 pm. Or email us at info@chilliwackhospitalauxiliary.ca
The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary has joined the Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce. Their mission is to promote, enhance and facilitate the development of Chilliwack’s business community. The Chilliwack Chamber of Commerce encourages and empowers their members to actively participate and thrive in our local economy.
Starting July 14, 2025 we will now be getting a new lottery kiosk near the Information Booth at CGH and we will be volunteering there. Hours are Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary is now a registered charity and can issue tax receipts for any donations. Contact us to make a donation or donate through CanadaHelps.
Every year our Auxiliary presents bursaries to students from Sardis Senior Secondary, Chilliwack Senior Secondary and GW Graham Senior Secondary entering a medical field. This year was special for one of our members Bonnie whose granddaughter was one of the recipients. This was a surprise for both of them because the school picks the student receiving the award.
We held another successful bake sale and plant draw on our May 9, 2025 Auxiliary Day. The baking sold out early! Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts.
On February 12, 2025 the Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary held a Valentine’s sale event at the Chilliwack General Hospital. Urban Jungle was our sponsor and everything sold was donated to the auxiliary.
Service pins were presented recently to our longest serving members.
From left to right: Joan Richardson 25 years; Jean Northgraves 40 years; and Judith Clout-Knowles 25 years.
The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shoppe has been in business since March 16, 1999. We have been serving the community of Chilliwack with new and used clothing and household items and raising funds for our local Hospital with equipment and services for the care and comfort of the patients.
The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary
Thrift Shoppe opened March 16,
1999 with windows decorated for Saint Patrick’s Day and was already a success
by the end of the month.
Photo from Gwen Goodey collection
The Shoppe started in the same location at 9236 Main Street downtown Chilliwack using one side of the building and then expanded to what we see today.
We have had some very loyal customers come through our doors, visitors from surrounding areas and across our Province. We have received wonderful donations from the community to keep us in business and we are very thankful to everyone who has supported our dear Thrift Shoppe. We have made a lot of friendships along the way and lots of memories to hold dear in our hearts.
The members of the auxiliary have worked hard using their time and talents to keep the Shoppe in business without ever taking any wages. All volunteers over the years who have made a difference, we are eternally grateful for your dedication and commitment.
It is with heavy hearts that we are announcing that the Thrift Shoppe will be holding our 26th Anniversary event on March 8, 2025 and then we will be closing up with sales until end of March and close our doors at the end of April, unable to sustain the increases in rent and expenses.
Our membership thanks each and everyone who supported the shoppe over the years and bid you all a fond farewell. The Auxiliary will continue to fundraise and support healthcare as it has done for 114 years and counting. We are always looking for new members.
“The Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shoppe: A Vital Community Resource at Risk, ” Build Chilliwack, January 23, 2025.
“Chilliwack thrift store poised to close later this year,” Fraser Valley Today, February 3, 2025.
“Chilliwack Hospital Auxiliary thrift shop closing after 26 years,” Chilliwack Progress, February 20, 2025.
