PERRAM HOUSE HIKES INTO SPRING , SAILS INTO SUMMER AND GOLFS INTO FALL Toronto Area Hospice Regatta This annual event is a superb common hull sailing event which draws competitors from across North America. Our spectator boats take you off shore for a day on the water to view competitive sailing offshore at its bets. Hosted by the National Yacht Club, our next event will be held June 15 -17, 2012. For more information link to www.tahr.ca. All aboard! The Healing Cycle Each June, the Healing Cycle Foundation organizes a cycling event in support of Residential Hospices across Ontario. Perram House is an active participant with a growing team of cyclists riding hard to raise funds for our programs. Next Year’s event is scheduled for Sunday June 24th, 2012. For more information on the Healing Cycle Foundation link to  www.thehealingcycle.ca. NACCB Invitational Golf Tournament Clean those clubs and get ready for another fantastic day on the links with annual NACCB golf day scheduled for Tuesday Sept 4, 2011, the day after Labour Day. This year will be the 10th Annual Golf Classic in support of Perram House and it keeps getting better, with fun events and a spectrum of challenges for great, good and fun golfers alike. Hike for Hospice Each year Perram House participates in the Hike of Hospice held at Riverdale Park in Toronto. Next year’s event is scheduled for May 6, 2012. Put your hiking shoes on and join us for a fun day in the Don Valley with entertainment and refreshments for the family. .......................................................................................................................................................................................... Hospice workers learn life lessons from dying patients I count myself among those Canadians deeply thankful for the compassion and and moments of their lives. But what I never really considered before now was how the daily experience of caring for the dying can impact the hearts and minds of these same care givers... view press release
	Canadian Hospice Palliative Care Association (July 20 2010) A report from the Economist’s Intelligence Unit, released July 14th ranks Canada as ninth in an international ‘Quality of Death’ index. “Despite the progress the hospice palliative care movement has achieved, the report shows that globally, huge disparities in the quality of care remain,” explains Sharon Baxter... view details
	The Lien Foundation (July 14, 2010) Singapore philanthropic house Lien Foundation advocates better care of the dying by commissioning the first-ever global Quality of Death Index. The report released by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) today ranks 40 countries on their provision of end-of-life care... view details

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2010 NACCB Golfl Tournament: In support of Perram House; September 7, 2010  at Station Creek Golf Club 
The 8th Annual NACCB golf day in support of Perram House was held at Station Creek on September 7, 2010. The weather cooperated once again and we had a spectacular day on the course.
The event was sold out for a second year in a row, which is always a good sign. The funds raised at this event will be put to good use.
Perram House’s continued operation would not be possible without the support of the community and we want to thank everyone for their continued support. We look forward to seeing you next year.

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	The third annual Toronto Area Hospice Regatta The third annual Toronto Area Hospice Regatta ( www.tahr.ca ) was held over the weekend of June 18-20, 2010 with great success. All enjoyed great weather, sailing followed by a fun evening on the dock which featured fantastic BBQ band and dancing. for sailors and non sailors alike.

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Volunteers Raise Funds & Spirits in Support of Palliative Care On May 3, 2010 over 50 people gathered at Riverdale Park in downtown Toronto to participate in the annual Hike for Hospice which raised over $50,000 this year. The event which takes place each spring raises funds in support of palliative care organizations such as Perram House. view press release

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	Left to Right:  CHIP President Jim Dinneen, CHIP Advisor Sheldon Wayne, Perram House Director Frank McCrea, CHIP Secretary JP Laporte, Perram House Executive Director Ron Lirette and CHIP Treasurer Edward Lounsbury.
	CHIP Secretary and Board member JP Laporte handing plaque to Perram House Executive Director Ron Lirette to mark the establishment of a CHIP program at Perram House.

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The NACCB Golf Tournament held on September 08, 2009 at Station Creek
Thank you once again for coming out to support the 6th annual NAACB tournament in support of Perram House. We hope that everyone enjoyed a pleasant day on the course.

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