Image: Supplied by Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation / The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation, in partnership with Chilliwack General Hospital, will host the 23rd annual 5K Run for Mom on Sunday, May 14, Mothers Day, along the scenic Rotary Vedder Trail in Chilliwack. Funds raised through the event will support the women and babies of the maternity department at Chilliwack General Hospital.
By Mike Vanden Bosch
Run for Mom May 14

FVHCF, CGH hosting 23rd annual Run for Mom on Mothers Day, May 14

Mar 2, 2023 | 9:19 AM

CHILLIWACK — On an already special day dedicated to the amazing, tireless work of moms everywhere, an upcoming event in May in Chilliwack is one of the best ways to support the women and babies in the maternity department at Chilliwack General Hospital.

The Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation (FVHCF), along with Chilliwack General Hospital, will host the 23rd annual 5k Run for Mom to raise funds for the maternity department in support of mothers and babies on Sunday, May 14.

Participants are free to run, walk, skip, push a stroller, or whatever suits their fancy, along the scenic Rotary Vedder Trail in Chilliwack. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. that morning, and the race begins at 9 a.m.

Over the past 23 years, Run 4 Mom has raised funds for the Maternity Department at CGH, which serves women in Chilliwack and surrounding area. The funds are used to purchase equipment and supplies needed to support the care of mothers and newborn babies.

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“We’re thrilled to be hosting this event again to support our local maternity department,” said Liz Harris, executive director of the FVHCF. “The Maternity Department is an essential part of our hospital, and we want to ensure that it has the resources it needs to provide the best care possible to mothers and babies in our community.”

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The event is open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, and participants are encouraged to form teams and fundraise in advance of the event. The route will take participants down the scenic Rotary Vedder Trail, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and rivers.

“We’re looking forward to a fun and inspiring run that brings together families, friends, and the community in support of our local hospital,” said Harris. “We hope to see a great turnout on May 14 and encourage everyone to register and fundraise to support this important cause.”

Registration for the Run 4 Mom event is now open, and interested participants can sign up online at https://www.fvhcf.ca/runformom.

Fraser Valley Health Care Foundation is a non-profit organization that raises funds for health care services and programs in the Fraser Valley Regional Hospital District. The Foundation supports Chilliwack General Hospital, Abbotsford Regional Hospital, Mission Memorial Hospital, Fraser Canyon Hospital, and Hope Hospital.

For more information, please visit www.fvhcf.ca or call the FVHCF office at 1-877-661-0314.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

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