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Foundation

Winners

Congratulations to 50/50 Staff Lottery winners! 

Congratulations to Bride Holland for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,720!

Bride Holland“I was so happy to get the call from the Foundation that I had won the 50/50 draw. I just booked a long-time coming vacation in Punta Cana and so excited to have won to put towards my trip. I have been part of the Bruyère family for 30 years and love my job with the Regional Palliative Consultation Team and this beautiful hospital! I would love for everyone to become part of the 50/50 draws to support the Bruyère.”

 
Winner: Bride Holland
Draw Date: January 26, 2023
Ticket Number: 1583327
 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 


roxanneCongratulations to Ma Helen for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,745!

 

“I was happy to learn that I won the lottery this payday. It is indeed a good start for the New Year. I will use the money to treat my family for a weekend out of town and the rest to help pay our bills. I encourage everyone to get the 50-50 lottery ticket every payday. You can help the Bruyère Foundation as well as have the chance of winning.”

 

Winner: Ma Helen
Draw Date: January 12, 2023
Amount won: $2,745
  

 

 

 

  


roxanneCongratulations to Roxanne Giroux for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,740!

 

“What a wonderful surprise and great end to this year! I will be using this money towards some renovation projects at home. I would encourage anyone who still isn't participating in the lottery to join the fun, both for the prize and to support the Bruyère Foundation.”

 

Winner: Roxanne Giroux
Draw Date: December 28, 2022
Amount won: $2,740
  

 

 

 

 

 


lindaCongratulations to Lisa Davis for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,720!

 

 

“This is to share with my family. Just in time for the holidays. Thank you so much. Happy holidays.”

 

Winner: Lisa Davis
Ticket: 2407283
Draw Date: December 15, 2022
Amount won: $2,720
  

 

 

 

 

 


lindaCongratulations to Linda Farley for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,745!

 

 

“I am so happy, surprised and excited to be the winner of this draw. Thank you so much. I will take this amount to spoil my family.”

 

Winner: Linda Farley
Ticket: 1362251
Draw Date: December 1, 2022
Amount won: $2,745
  


Congratulations to Danielle Perras-Tremblay for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,755!

Danielle

“I was so excited when I heard the news !!! The timing is perfect, Christmas is fast approaching, and I have a new grandchild on the way.”

 


Winner: Danielle Perras-Tremblay
Ticket: 1558103
Draw Date: November 17, 2022
Amount won: $2,755

 

 

 

 

 


Photo of 50/50 lottery winner Joseph Saunel DumontCongratulations to Joseph Saunel Dumont for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,760!


“I was very excited when l got the news! I’m going to use the money to buy a new iPhone. With the rest of It, I’m going to pay university for my niece in my country. Thank you very much! Good luck everyone!”

 

 

 

Winner: Joseph Saunel Dumont
Ticket: 1821297
Draw Date: November 3, 2022
Amount won: $2,760  

 

 

 


Photo of winner Kerri O'Malley smiling while giving a thumbs upCongratulations to Kerri O'Malley for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,710!  

 

 “Thank you for the wonderful news! I have been a part of the Bruyère family for 21 years. It was very exciting to get a call like this! You always feel it will never happen – but it did! This just turned into my lucky day! I plan to use the money to hopefully travel in March 2023.”

 

 

Winner: Kerri O'Malley
Ticket: 1568073
Draw Date: October 20, 2022
Amount won: $2,710 

 

 


Photo of staff lottery winner Allison Shiella Ishimwe celebrating her winCongratulations to Allison Sheilla Ishimwe for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,715!  

 

“I am very happy to have won the 50/50 lottery. When I received the call I was very moved, I plan to use the money to give gifts to my daughter and take my family on a trip next summer. Thank you to the Bruyère Foundation.”

 

 

Winner: Allison Shiella Ishimwe

Ticket: 1914223

Draw Date: October 6, 2022

Amount won: $2,715 

 

Photo of staff lottery winner Gene McDermid giving thumbs up.
Congratulations to Gene McDermid for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,715!  

 

“I’m so thankful for this chance to win, it was such a lovely surprise! I plan on using the prize on some University fees and taking my kids to a raptors game””

 

 

Winner: Gene McDermid
Ticket: 1858117
Draw Date: September 22, 2022
Amount won: $2,715  

 

 


Congratulations to Amos Wung Buh for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,745! 

Photo of payday lottery winner Amos Wung Buh"I lack words to express how happy I am with this great surprise; I least expected something like this, especially at this time when my wife is expecting a baby next month. I will use the money to surprise my wife and the baby with a special gift when the baby arrives next month!"

 

 

Winner: Amos Wung Huh

Ticket: 1877509

Draw Date: September 8, 2022

Amount won: $2,745 

 


Congratulations to Rebecca Hazel for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,715!

 
Photo of Rebecca Hazel giving two thumbs up“What a nice surprise! It's a win/win situation, money for the foundation and a little for me and just in time for back-to-school shopping!”

 

Winner: Rebecca Hazel 
Ticket: 2754545
Draw Date: August 25, 2022
Amount won: $2,715
 

 


Photo of lottery winner Suzanne HeebnerCongratulations to Suzanne Heebner for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,685!

" I can officially stop saying that I never win anything thanks to this amazing surprise from the Foundation! Moreover, we all contribute to a great cause when we participate in the 50/50 lottery. 

 

I plan to use this money to pay bills from house renovations that we did this summer and treat my family to a nice dinner at a restaurant"

 

Winner: Suzanne Heebner
Ticket: 1803284
Draw Date: August 11, 2022
Amount won: $2,685


Photo of Jerileny Tobon giving thumbs upCongratulations to Jerileny Tobon for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,685! 

 

 

“I want to thank the Bruyère Foundation for this great prize, it’s been an overwhelming week and it was great to hear such great news! With this winning I will be able to pay towards my vacation that I had planned by the end of August! I’m always happy to support the Bruyère Foundation!”

 

 

Winner: Jerileny Tobon
Ticket: 1627072
Draw Date: July 28, 2022
Amount won: $2,685

 

 


Photo of Jean-Claude MunyankindiCongratulations to Jean-Claude Munyankindi for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,640!

 

“What a nice surprise! I almost never win these things and I’m just happy to support Bruyère! I recently moved into a new place, so, I guess the housewarming party is now paid for! Thank you!”

 

 

Winner: Jean-Claude Munyankindi
Ticket: 2378870
Draw Date: July 14, 2022
Amount won: $2,640

 

 


 

Congratulations to Mélanie Dussault for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,600!

 Photo of payday lottery winner Melanie Dussault

 

"I am so happy and moved to be the winner for this pay day! This money will help me pay for certain things. I wish good luck to all participants.”

 

 

 

Winner: Mélanie Dussault
Ticket: 1733196   
Draw Date: June 30, 2022
Amount won: $2,600 

 

 


Congratulations to Jean-Marie Vincent for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,615!

 “This is awesome news to wake up to! With the winnings I plan to pay off my credit card.”

 

Winner: Jean-Marie Vincent
Ticket: 1985559
Draw Date: June 16, 2022
Amount won: $2,615


Photo of 50/50 lottery winner Ange Habiyambere smilingCongratulations to Ange Habiyambere for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,540!

 

“This is a wonderful news to get on Friday afternoon. This just made my day! I will be using this fund to do activity with my family. I am going on vacation end of June. Just a right timing. I am very grateful to be the winner of the 50/50 staff lottery” 

 

Winner: Ange Habiyambere
Ticket: 1134206
Draw Date: June 2, 2022
Amount won: $2,540
 

 


Congratulations to Joanne Verdon for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,510!


Photo of 5050 lottery winner Joanne Verdon standing in front of a piece of artwork  

“Very very happy I won the 50/50. Was very surprised because I never win things. This money will help my son so he can buy a new car. Thank you Bruyère!”

  

 

 

 

Winner: Joanne Verdon
Ticket: 2859066
Draw Date: May 19, 2022
Amount won: $2,510 

 

 

 


 

Congratulations to Denise Rousseau-Pistilli for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,440!

Photo of lottery winner Denise Rousseau-Pistilli with giant cheque“I was surprised to have won. I encourage all the staff to buy tickets so they can be a winner too. You never think it will happen to you until it does. I’m going to treat my Village staff to lunch and will bring Tim Horton treats for all the care team. When you get it’s important to give back!”

 

 

Winner: Denise Rousseau-Pistilli

Ticket: 2229695

Draw Date: May 5, 2022

Amount won: $2,440 

 

 


Congratulations to Arlette Gahimbare for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,385!


Winner: Arlette Gahimbare

Ticket: 1018816

Draw Date: April 21, 2022
Amount won: $2,385


Congratulations to Nicole Syryduk from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,340! 

Photo of Nicole Syryduck

 

“When I received the phone call informing me I had won this week’s 50/50 I was beyond happy, and I believe I even let out a little scream! I am going off on maternity leave in the next couple of months and will use this money to finish purchasing things for the baby”

 

 

 

Winner: Nicole Syryduk

Ticket: 1862183

Draw Date: April 7, 2022

Amount won: $2,340 

 


Congratulations to Anthony Haddad from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,200!

Photo of Anthony Haddad“My Thursday morning was different when I received a call from Bruyère Foundation to inform me that I’ve one the 50/50 lottery! I’m so excited to be the winner of this draw and a part of Bruyère. Now I can book my flight ticket to travel on vacation to seem my family this summer!”

 

 

Winner: Anthony Haddad

Ticket: 2377747

Draw Date:  March 24, 2022

Amount won: $2,200 

 

 

 


Photo of Chika OhaeriCongratulations to Chika Ohaeir from SVH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,210!

“When you called me, I thought it was for a different purpose, because it is the least expected good news today. I am so grateful, and l really appreciate the foundation from the bottom of my heart. I am going to divide this money into two: use half of it to take care of myself and the remaining, I will give it to the less privileged and orphans.” 

 

Winner: Chika Ohaeir
Ticket: 2362635
Draw Date: March 10, 2022
Amount won: $2,210

 

 

 

 


Congratulations to Nancy Besner from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,160!

Photo of Nancy Besner with big cheque“Wow! Thank you very much! I’m moved and didn’t expect this when I returned the call. It’s a really nice surprise! I’m going shopping for new clothes for me and my kids to start. Then I’ll take the time to think about how I’m going to use the rest of the money. I have a lot of ideas!”

 

Winner: Nancy Besner
Ticket: 1131599
Draw Date: February 24, 2022
Amount won: $2,160  

 


 

Photo of Amy Hsu with big chequeCongratulations to Amy Hsu from Bruyère Research Institute for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,435!

“I would like to thank my team for working tirelessly through these challenging times and take them out to a nice meal, and put the rest towards a vacation!”

 

Winner: Amy Hsu

Ticket: 2740902

Draw Date: February 10, 2022

Amount won:  $2,435 

 

 

 


Congratulations to Lise Gibson from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,390!

Photo of Lise Gibson Staff Lottery Winner “Wow, that’s amazing. Thank you so much, I will plan a nice anniversary getaway with my husband”

 

 

 

Winner: Lise Gibson
Ticket #: 1709623
Draw date: September 23, 2021
Amount won: $2,390

 

 

 


Congratulations to Christian Léonard from SVH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,365!

Photo of Christian Leonard Staff Lottery Winner “What a nice surprise this morning ... now all that remains is to choose between a romantic getaway or a family outing to see our Blue Jays!!! THANKS to the 50/50 Staff Lottery!”

 

 

 

Winner: Christian Léonard
Ticket #: 1678114
Draw date: September 9, 2021
Amount won: $2,365

 

 

 


Congratulations to Joseph Beaugeles Pierre from RSL for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,415! 

Photo of Joseph Beaugeles Pierre


“I am very, very happy to win. It’s beyond me! I will make a 1,000 $ donation to causes in Haiti!”
 

 

 

Winner: Joseph Beaugeles Pierre
Ticket #: 1254566
Draw date: August 26, 2021
Amount won: $2,415

 

 

 

 

 


 

Phot of Staff Lottery Winner Nancy OuelletCongratulations to Nancy Ouellet from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2,455! 

"Very happy to have won. This money will pay for my trip to Dominican Republic in February"

 

 

Winner: Nancy Ouellet
Ticket #: 1214569
Draw date: August 12, 2021
Amount won: $2,455

 


 

Congratulations to Hervé Pierre from RSL for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2395! 

Photo of lottery winner Hervé Pierre

 

"I feel very happy to win. Thank you!"

 

 

 

Winner: Hervé Pierre

Ticket #: 1084617

Draw date: July 29, 2021

Amount won: $2,395 

 

 


 

Photo of lottery winner Amanda StoddardCongratulations to Amanda Stoddard from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery Jackpot of $2410!

 

 "What a great way to start my day and brighten up my week! This money will go towards mine and my husband's vacation fund and maybe a little shopping too! Thank you to the Bruyère Foundation for this opportunity!"

 

Winner: Amanda Stoddard

Ticket #: 1540828
Draw Date: July 15, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,410 

 


Photo of winner Marygene McDermid

Congratulations to Marygene McDermid from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,315!

  

 “I am speechless and I got the bragging rights, I Won! Funds will go to fix the roof! Thank You”

  

Winner: Marygene McDermid

Ticket #: 1543965
Draw Date: July 1, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,315

 



Congratulations to Jessica E. Noonan from SVH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,320!

Photo of staff 50/50 lottery winner Jessica Noonan

“Feeling so lucky that I won. I will be putting this money away to take a vacation once COVID ends”

 

Winner: Jessica E. Noonan

Ticket #: 2268857
Draw Date: June 17, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,320

 

 

 

 


Congratulations to Kim Gagne from EBH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,360!

Kim Gagne smiles to celebrate her win

 

“When COVID is over, this money will help us take a family vacation to Disney World”

 

 

 

Winner: Kim Gagne
Ticket #: 1379583
Draw Date: June 3, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,360

 

 

 


 

Congratulations to Laurie Pullen from Health Records for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,395!

 Photo of Laurie Pullen

 

 “I’m so appreciative and thankful for winning the Staff 50/50 lottery draw. I am speechless and overwhelmed with gratitude. My daughter is graduating from high school in a few weeks and I plan on purchasing a lovely present for her to make up for virtual graduation.”

 

 

Winner: Laurie Pullen

Ticket #: 2788008
Draw Date: May 20, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,395

 

 


 

Congratulations to Cindy Carroll from Telecom for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,250!

 Photo of Cindy Carroll

 “We’re all under so much additional pressure these days, and this windfall will help alleviate some of my own stressors. I’m very grateful. Thank you!”

 

 

Winner: Cindy Carroll
Ticket #: 1670366
Draw Date: May 6, 2021
Amount won: $ 2,250

 

 


 

Congratulations to Candelaria Baylon from SVH for winning this payday's 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,280!

Lottery Winner Candelaria Baylon celebrates her win 

“Oh wow, how exciting that I won! I needed this as my brother is currently undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for cancer. I plan on sending him the winnings to pay for the treatments which are very expensive

in the Philippines. This is such a blessing.”

 

  

Winner: Candelaria Baylon

Ticket #: 2019210

Draw Date: April 22, 2021

Amount won: $ 2,280

 


Congratulations to Heather Miller from SVH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,320!

 Photo of Heather Miller


“So excited to win. Time to see how many donuts, dog toys and face masks this money can buy!”

 

Winner: Heather Miller

Ticket #: 1572294
Draw date: April 8, 2021
Amount won: $2,320

 

 

 

 

 

 


Congratulations to Jenny Hawkins from SVH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,325!

Jenny Hawkins giving thumbs up 

"I am so honoured to have won the 50/50 this week while still supporting our hospital! This money will be used for our new dock at the cottage this summer! ”

 

 

 

Winner: Jenny Hawkins

Ticket #: 1756318

Draw date: March 25, 2021

Amount won: $2,325

 

 

  

 


Congratulations to Jessica Beaudry from EBH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,315!

“Wow what a nice surprise just before the arrival of our baby. Thank you to the Bruyère Foundation.”

 

Winner: Jessica Beaudry

Ticket #: 2632329
Draw date: March 11, 2021
Amount won: $2,315


 


 

Congratulations to Pierre Seguin from SVH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,265!

Winner: Pierre Seguin
Ticket #: 2632329
Draw date:  February 24, 2021

Amount won: $2,265

 

 

“I'm so happy that I won the 50/50 draw. I'm glad to support the foundation. Thank you very much. I will spend that money very wisely”

 


 

Congratulations to Miriam Baquiran from SVH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,260!

 

Winner: Miriam Baquiran

Ticket #: 2981334

Draw date: February 12, 2021
Amount won: $2,260

 

  

 


Danika

Congratulations to Danika Martin from EBH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,240!

“I am so happy to have won this prize! I really wasn’t expecting to win and I was just happy to participate in the 50/50 draw and support Bruyère. So for me, it’s a win-win! It’s a fantastic surprise, especially during these times of uncertainties!" 

 

Winner: Danika Martin

Draw date: January 28, 2021
Amount won: $2,240

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Alyssa

Congratulations to Alyssa Lavigne from EBH for winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,170!

“I am so grateful! I am in complete surprise and I encourage everyone to sign up for a good cause and to be a winner just like me."

 

Winner: Alyssa Lavigne
Draw date: January 14, 2020

Amount won: $2,170

 

 

 

 

 

 


 


Anese Dorval

Congratulations to Anese Dorval from our Saint-VIncent Hospital campus on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,170!

“Oh wow! I am so excited to be the lucky winner this week, especially right before the new year. I will share the winnings with my family. I would like to encourage all of my colleagues to play the 50/50 staff lottery because if I can win, they deserve to win as well, which can only happen if they participate. Happy Holidays to all."

 

Winner: Anese Dorval
Draw date: December 31, 2020
Amount won: $2,170


 

Congratulations to Amos Wung Buh from our Saint-VIncent Resi

Amos Wung Buh

dence campus on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,070!

 

“This is very unexpected. I joined the 50/50 lottery program because I knew it was a fundraiser to help the urgent needs at Bruyère.  I wanted to be part of the progress initiative without the expectation of winning so soon. With this money I will buy a surprise gift for a family member for Christmas."

 

Winner: Amos Wung Buh
Draw date: December 17, 2020
Amount won: $2,070


 

 

 

Winner Louise Legros standing outside her office holding a large chequeCongratulations to Joseph Beaugeles Pierre from our Saint-Louis Residence campus on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $2,035!


"What a surprise! I won just in time for the holidays. I'm going to use this money to buy presents for my family."


Amount won: $2,035

Winner: Joseph Beaugeles Pierre

Draw date: December 3, 2020


 



 

 

 

Winner Louise Legros standing outside her office holding a large chequeCongratulations to Louise Legros from our Finance team at ÉBH on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $1,845!


“I am so happy to receive this money! I have a few different home projects on the go and this will help tremendously!” 

 

 

Winner: Louise Legros
Draw date: November 19, 2020
Amount won: $1,845  




Paula Anne Person posing with a large chequeCongratulations to Paula Anne Pearson, who works at the pharmacy at SVH, on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $1,855!


“I am in shock. I can’t believe this happened before Christmas. What a nice surprise!”


Winner: Paula Anne Pearson
Draw date: November 5, 2020
Amount won: $1,855


 


 

 

Employee Sonia René and Paula Doering holding a large cheque for $1,825

Congratulations to Sonia René, RN at SVH, on winning this payday’s 50/50 Staff Lottery jackpot of $1,825!

“I joined the lottery for my mother whom I asked to stop playing herself so I could take over. I told her that I will win something in Canada and when I do, it will be for her. She is 88 years old and I will keep playing until her last days because our goal is to win big. With the win today I can now say this is just the beginning. To know that I can win and still help Bruyère is wonderful. I hope all the staff will continue to play and that more will start.”

Winner: Sonia René
Draw date: October 21, 2020
Amount won: $1,825 


 

Gino holding a large cheque for his winnings

Congratulations to Gino Catellier on winning the 50/50 Staff Lottery draw held on October 8, 2020!


Gino, who works with our Facilities management team, is thrilled to be $1,750 richer.

“I wasn’t expecting this. I was the one encouraging others to sign up for the lottery! I will use some of my winnings to buy pizza for my team. Free lunch for my crew!”, he said.

Winner
: Gino Catellier
Draw date: October 8, 2020
Amount won: $1,750  

 

 


 

Congratulations to Astrid Diane Ciza on winning the 50/50 Staff Lottery draw held on September 24, 2020!
Astrid Diane Ciza posing with her cheque in front on Saint-Louis Residence

 

Astrid, who works at Saint-Louis Residence, is thrilled to be $1,680 richer.

“I am very excited. I definitely wasn’t expecting it! We are going to have a nice dinner with the kids to celebrate”, she said.

Winner: Astrid Dina Ciza
Draw date: September 24, 2020
Amount won: $1,680

 


  



Congratulations to Monique Champagne on being the very first winner of Bruyère’s inaugural 50/50 Staff Lottery draw!

Guy Chartrand, Melissa Donskov, Monique Chartrand and Peggy Taillon posing with a large cheque in front of Saint-Louis Residence

Monique, who is a supervisor for Facilities services at Saint-Louis Residence, is thrilled to be $1,625 richer on September 10, 20120.

“I am very grateful to be the first winner of the Staff Lottery. I will be using the funds to do an activity with my family”, said Monique.

Thank you to everyone who has signed up for this exciting 50/50 Staff Lottery.

SIGN UP HERE for your chance to win. 

Thank you for your ongoing support… and good luck!

Winner: Monique Champagne
Draw date: September 10, 2020
Amount won: 1,625