A generous gift from the Robinson Family creates a lasting legacy of support for healthcare workers

St. Joseph’s Health Centre celebrates the launch of the Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Fund, designed to empower our dedicated healthcare workers as they advance their clinical education. “Our family is incredibly proud to establish this fund in honour of our parents,” shared Cindy Robinson. “Supporting the continued growth and development of the healthcare workers who provide such compassionate care is our way of giving back to those who make a difference in the lives of so many”.

Thanks to the generosity of the Robinson Family, this fund provides grants to staff as they pursue their professional development, elevating the quality of care we provide to our community every day.

The Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Fund helps foster St. Joseph’s culture of continuous learning. By empowering staff to invest in their professional development, this fund plays a vital role in supporting the resilient, competent and sustainable workforce our community relies on. “The Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Fund is more than financial support—it is a testament to the belief that continuous growth and learning are essential to providing compassionate, cutting-edge healthcare,” shared Jennifer Hall, VP, Development. “We are so grateful to the Robinson Family for making such an investment in the future of our healthcare services, and the countless lives that will be touched along the way.”

We offer our congratulations to the inaugural recipients of the Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Fund!

• “I’m honored to be among the first recipients of the Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Fund. This generous grant has brought me closer to completing the BScN Bridging Program and being able to apply these new skills in the care of our patients and residents.” -Stefanie Mocuik (RPN): BScN Bridging Program
• “Receiving this grant has been an incredible support as I complete the RPN bridging program. It’s not just about the financial help it provides, but about knowing that someone believes in my potential to transition from a PSW to a registered practical nurse. The Robinson family’s kindness is enabling me to gain the skills and knowledge needed to provide more comprehensive care, and I’m excited to bring this enhanced expertise to the patients/residents at St. Joe’s.” -Leanne Taylor (PSW): RPN Bridging Program
• “It is so wonderful to be a recipient of the Howard and Joan Robinson Staff Education Grant. This award will support me to reach my goal to become a PSW and expand my role as a healthcare professional here at St. Joseph’s.” -Destiny Emond-Orobono (Dietary Aide): PSW Program
• “The grant provided by the Robinsons’ kind generosity has helped me offset the cost of pursuing advanced physiotherapy training. I look forward to employing these new skills to help heal the people St. Joe’s serves. Thank you, Robinson Family!” -James McFarlane (Physiotherapist): Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Program