PRIORITY AREA, HOSPITAL FAMILY, EVENTS

Events

Start a Fundraising Event

Events are a fun way to connect with colleagues, engage across teams and departments, and raise vital funds to ensure our hospital teams have the latest tools and technology to deliver exceptional patient care every day.

Join an Upcoming Event

Here are all the events coming up that you can join in on to support the Working Wonders campaign for Surgical Excellence!

Braaaap for Boobs

Braaaap for Boobs is an annual snowmobile run in the Kingston Peninsula area in support of The Erin Appleby Breast Health fund. Established in memory of Erin Appleby, who bravely lost her battle with breast cancer in 2006 at the young age of 30. Funds help local women with expenses during their breast cancer treatment, so they can concentrate on what matters, their health.

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Papa John’s making a real impact!

Use code “SJRHF2025” when you order online to get 20% off regular-priced items all year round at any Papa John’s in the Greater Saint John area. 10% of those sales support your hospital through the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

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Recycle for a Cause

Support patient care at Saint John Regional Hospital year-round by recycling your bottles through our partnership with local recycling and redemption centres!

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Spring Forward Fun Run

  • April 25, 2026

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a fun and active relay event at the UNBSJ track in support of surgical excellence. Gather your team, enjoy the fresh air, and challenge yourselves to complete as many laps as possible—all while raising funds for the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

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Smile Cookie

  • April 2026

Smile Cookie is back! From April 27th to May 3rd, treat yourself to something sweet, and make a difference while you’re at it! When you purchase a Smile Cookie ($2) or a Smile Cookie Plushie ($5) at participating Tim Hortons locations in Saint John, proceeds will support establishing an advanced hybrid operating room and one…

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Massaman Curry Day

All day on March 25th, every Massaman Curry you enjoy helps ensure patients receive exceptional care, right here at home.

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The 14th Annual Love Your Hospital Radio-thon

    February 12, 2026

Tune in to Country 94.1 or 97.3 The Wave from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and show your hospital some love. It’s a full day of patients and clinicians sharing stories of life-saving care at our hospital. Showcasing how donor generosity strengthens health care for patients, right here at home. This year, all funds raised will support the Working Wonders Campaign for Surgical Excellence.

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The 3rd Annual Leprechaun Leap

    March 2026

The Annual Leprechaun Leap is a fun St. Paddy’s Day celebration across some of Uptown Saint John’s favourite spots. Enjoy great food and drinks while supporting the Working Wonders Campaign for Surgical Excellence. Event proceeds will help bring advanced surgical care to patients right here at home.

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