Happy Holidays
& Thank You!

After such a difficult year, it is important for the community to continue to stand united with our health care workers as they fight on the front-lines against COVID-19.

Even while wearing masks and physical distancing, we can still show our gratitude!

We asked the Children’s community to share messages of love and support for our health care heroes this holiday season. 

You can send your own message here. 

Thank you so much for all that you do for our kids. Please know how much it is appreciated.

  • Scott F.

THANK YOU for EVERYTHING that you have done to this point in time and everything that you will continue to do with or without the pandemic around.  You are all AMAZING and we are so lucky to have you here in London.  We extend our sincere appreciation to each and every one of you.

  • Bill R.

Thank you for your dedication, you inspire people every day.

  • Joan G.

Thank you to the health care workers just doesn’t sound like enough when they have worked so hard and given not only their time but time away from family and friends. Thank you so much for all you have done to help all the people that you have tended to over the past months. Be safe.

  • Nancy and Ron L.

To all the medical and non-medical staff that work so hard to take care of the patients in hospital, and to the staff that provide non medical care, thanks so much for your endless hours of the care and service you give…Thank You!

  • Ritchie and Jan S.

Thank you to every single one of you. Who will work and care of us, and our children during the holidays. Missing special time with your own families.

  • Ashley S.

Keep up the good fight, what you do matters and is making all the difference in people’s lives. Thank You.

  • Jeremy L.

I would like to take this opportunity to wish and thank all the health care worker a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and happy new year and thank you so much for doing everything you are doing for all of us and not forgotten.

  • Moses M.

Thank you for everything you have given of yourselves this year! We appreciate everything you are doing and wish you continued strength and good health in the days ahead! Big hugs from Darcey and her family xo

  • Darcey P. and Family

Merry Christmas to all the teams whose dedication and expertise bring comfort and joy. Your halos shine bright. May you witness the miracles of the season and be protected by the heavenly angels.  

  • Joanne D.

May God keep our Health Care Heroes in the palm of his hand.

  • Bessie F.

We can only imagine the frustration and heartbreak you endure day after day as COVID-19 continues to take its toll. Your courage is inspiring. You are truly our last line of defence and we are so very grateful you’re there for us. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!

  • Paul and Cathy F.

I may not understand everything you have been going through during these uncertain times but thank you for your tireless hours and your commitment to keeping us all safe. Sending lots of love and gratitude to all of you this holiday season. Thank you for being the heroes that you all are!

  • Ashley T.

Being on the frontline isn’t easy, but it is very much appreciated. We are deeply grateful to you for all the sacrifices that you and your family are making. We depend on your strength and can’t thank you enough. You truly are a hero!

  • Stacey S.

Each and every one of you is a hero.  It doesn’t matter what you do, it is important in these trying times. To support you we are following your advice so you will not have to take care of us. Bless you.

  • Gary and Toby M.

Sending warm wishes, warm thoughts and huge hugs!!!! Everything you do is appreciated by all 🙂 Thank you, Happy Holidays.

  • Tracy H.

Thank you to each and every one of you, the staff, for all your hard work, dedication and sacrifices you make on a daily basis just showing up to work during this dangerous period of time! If every person would just follow the advice that the experts are giving, it would help your lives be less stressful. You are appreciated more than words can say!

  • Lynne S.

Through these past few months, we have been more aware than ever before how you are there to care for, comfort and heal. Thank you!

  • Karen H.

Thank you front line workers for taking care of all the patients in the hospital. Thank you to the rest of the staff who also work hard to make our hospitals safe during this pandemic. I am sure the children appreciate all the love and care that they receive from you, making their stay a pleasant experience. Wishing you and your families all the best in this holiday season and the new year. My heart is full of hope for the coming year.

  • Margaret O.

Thank you for everything you do.  Every day you put your life on the line to help others. You are all truly angels and we could never have done this without your commitment. It seems not enough just to say thank you, so just know how appreciated all your hard work is.

  • Carol M.

Thank you for your dedication. Thank you for your sacrifices. Thank you to your family for their sacrifices. Words cannot convey how grateful I am to have such wonderful health care professionals looking out for us, our families, friends and neighbours. To all the health care heroes – Thank you, thank you, thank you.

  • Heidi G.

You possibly really have no idea how proud we are of you all as many people take things for granted and don’t verbally make an effort. On behalf of all my friends and family with whom I have spoken, we are eternally grateful knowing you are there watching over and helping those in need. We appreciate your skills which we do not possess and thank God daily for you all. May you all be able to experience some of your special holiday that comes at this time of year. God bless you all. 

  • Cathi and Lex M.

You can’t see us, but we are smiling right now. For your strength, courage and carrying on somehow! Thank you for helping when you’re needed the most. We raise our glasses and to you we toast. Our hearts are filled with gratitude

  • Shelley B.

Thank you for the outstanding care that you give your patients. All hospital staff are heroes!  I pray that you all stay well and have a Merry Christmas.

  • Sandra I.

THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING YOU DO! The patience and care shown by the nurses and doctors is amazing and my wife and I are glad we had all 3 of our children at Victoria Hospital. With our one daughter needing some extra attention we see the patience with every appointment and the unique talents the staff have for the children. Thank you and happy holidays

  • Mark P.

Thank you  to all health care workers and all support workers. What an unbelievable year   this has been. Blessing to all during what will be a demanding time during the holiday season.

  • Joan K.

I am thinking of everyone in this hard time of the pandemic! I believe you have made a difference to many people and can do it to more! I believe in you! Have a wonderful Christmas and holidays. May God bless you and bring the true meaning of Christmas into your life.

  • Heidi P.

I’d like to convey my sincere thanks for your continued health care. I have experienced your  service first hand and I was amazed at the level of professionalism. I have 3 daughters in various health care professions, and so I like to think I have more 1st hand experience as to what hospital staff have gone through & continue to. And so my most heartfelt thanks to all staff.

  • Doug C.

Thank you to all the frontliners who give their time and support to everyone who needs them. Please, also look after yourselves!!!

  • Clarence C.

Wishing all our health care workers a season filled with good health, joy, love and lots of laughter! Thank you for your tireless efforts to keep everyone safe – your sacrifices and commitment is an inspiration!  Virtual Hugs to you and your families!

  • Denise C.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!  Without your efforts, this pandemic would have been much more disastrous and deadly.

  • Will T.

Season’s Greetings to all the dedicated Health Care Workers who are heroes in every way and certainly at this very  stressful time. Your long hours of work and being away from your own family and caring for others is  appreciated by everyone. Hoping you can have some time with your own family at this season. Wishing good health to all in 2021 and sincere thanks again for all you do.

  • Shirley W.

You are incredible  with what you do every day,  all thru out the year, and this year, during the Covid19  pandemic., even more so . Keep up the wonderful work   Merry Christmas  and a Happy New Year.

-Ronald W.

Merry Christmas from our family to yours. We acknowledged you & respect you, & want to thank you for your hard work, your compassion & that you put your job & community above all else during the past year & going forward. Once again thank you & wishing you good health & happiness in 2021.

-Janice W.

Keep up the kindness and devotion. Only you can imagine how important each of those are. May many young lives saved make all the difference in the world.

-Katherine S.

Sending an abundance of love and support to the greatest heroes of our time.  May your days be Merry and Bright!!

-Eileen Z.

‘You never know how strong you are, until being strong is the only choice you have….’ Stay strong, stay safe. Thank you for all you are doing!!

-Sandra P.

Hi, I want to say thank you to all the Health Care workers for all you do for all of us and our families and loved ones. You are all heroes and you are all a gift from God.

-Chris A.

Thank you to everyone working in our hospitals.   I appreciate each and everyone of you as you put yourselves out there everyday for the safety and well being of all.   You are all in my prayers each day. 

-Blanche D.

I would like to thank all healthcare workers for their dedicated service during this very difficult time. Know that the work you do every day and the risks you take are appreciated.

  • Terry L.

To the ones behind the scenes trying to lend any assistance they can to the people who are fighting for their last breath. To the men and women who leave their families each day and put their lives on the line. To enter a workplace filled with suffering and death. There is a sentence used by the Royal Canadian Legion to honour our veterans that applies to these special people: “We Will Remember Them.”

  • John H.

A big thank you for all you do for children each and every day. You are  appreciated.

  • Allan and Evelyn H.

For everything you do and have done, for all the hours you’ve worked and extra efforts you put into keeping us safe, thank you!!

  • Heather and Payton E.

Your dedication and hard work throughout this entire pandemic has not gone unnoticed, and is truly appreciated. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to each and every one of you.

  • Rebecca M.

Your commitment to caring for our little ones is admirable and my family thanks you for being there every day to make sure they are cared for. I hope you are able to celebrate in a unique, but happy way this holiday season. You deserve it 🙂

  • Kathryn T.

Thank you for all that you do and continue to do. You are appreciated more than you’ll ever know.

  • Vania S.

May warm hearts and happy moments make your holidays joyful and bright. Thank you for a job well done.

  • Robert H.

Kudos to all of you!! Thank you for being here! Your efforts are greatly appreciated!!

  • Ellen T.

We are so grateful for your dedication to your patients. Thank you for everything you do.  Stay safe and be well, and may you and your families find the joy in this holiday season.

  • Jennifer C.

Dear health workers, we are so very thankful to you for all that you do to help our children!  In these difficult days of Covid-19 your job has become ever more dangerous, and we know and appreciate just how much you do.  I trust that you will have some time with your families over the Christmas period, to relax and enjoy your own people, knowing that you have given the best Christmas to all of your patients. And a very merry Christmas to you.

  • Margaret C.

For your long and tireless hours, your sacrifices of not seeing your families and friends, your sleep deprived nights/days and the list goes on… THANK YOU for all you have done and continue to do during this trying time to keep the community of London, Ontario SAFE.

May God Bless and Keep You Safe!

  • Gigi E.

On behalf of myself and the Children’s Group LHSC Auxiliary we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  Thank you for your continuing work and dedication during these tough times.

  • Gale M.

Thank you for everything you do!  It takes a special person to take care of our children., like you do.  Without HEROES like you, our children would not be getting the best care possible. I do hope that you are able to take some quality time off this holiday season and enjoy time with your family.

  • Kelly H.

Thank you for your amazing efforts, flexibility, compassion and determination to help kids and their families get through these difficult times, particularly in such a challenging year.  Your sacrifice has not gone unnoticed and is so very much appreciated. Wishing you a safe and Happy Holiday Season and all the best in the year ahead!

  • Melissa D.

I am very fortunate to have a wife (retired RPN), a daughter RN at Parkwood Hospital, 2 grand-daughters RN, one at University Hospital and one at the Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, a daughter-in-law PSW at Kensington Manor, grand-daughter working at Kensington Manor and a son-in law London firefighter. Knowing first hand how hard this pandemic is, I thank God for having them and all others on the front lines for their dedication, hard work and love of job. Thank you, thank you for being there for us.

  • Peter A.

Thank you to all our health care heroes. Please understand that we truly appreciate the sacrifices that you and your families are enduring. When you look in the mirror in the morning recognize the true hero you are. Thank you for being you.

  • The Anderson-Mitchell Family

The past 9 months have been a difficult time. People have been asked to work in very different ways. Thank you for all that you have done in caring for those in need in our community.

  • Jacqueline S. 

Thank you for your courage in these difficult times. without you, I do not know where this country would be. Most run the other way but you walk into the pandemic with your heart and soul; your family and friends are the ones who miss you. I hope everyone follows the guidelines so your families get you back. Thank you.

  • Linda C.

Thank you for all you do to help people feel well. Merry Christmas to you and your families.

  • Linda K.

You are the REAL MVP!!!!!!!! Thanks a million all!!!

  • Pat W.

Dear front line workers, I am a proud member of the Lambeth Lions club and we have a particular affinity towards the NICU and PCCU departments. I wish to thank every worker at the hospital for your courageous and unselfish service to mankind. Merry Christmas and have a Happy New Year. Thanks again for all you are doing.

  • Dale T.

Thank you for all your hard work during COVID, greatly appreciated. Must be hard to see what the patients go through during this difficult time. Stay safe.

  • Jackie B.

Thank you one and all for facing your challenges head on. Your courage and strength are remarkable. Stay safe and be well. Merry Christmas and a healthier 2021

  • Marlene W.

My sincere thanks and appreciation to all the health care workers on the frontline for your outstanding dedication and hard work in trying to keep our country safe from this awful Coronavirus pandemic. You are the REAL HEROES of our country!

  • Mary W.

Thank you for the outstanding care that you give your patients. All hospital staff are heroes!  I pray that you all stay well and have a Merry Christmas.

  • Sandra I.

Where would we be without all of you? You are the heroes of the day and always. Hope you have a safe and HAPPY CHRISTMAS!

  • Sue A.

Our daughter Stasyia would love to thank everyone for all the love, care and support she has and continues to receive from you all! We see multiple departments there and love the staff! Our second daughter Viviana passed away there and we are thankful for the staff that treated her! Thank you for all you do!

  • Love the Richardsons

Thank you so very much for being there and serving the sick! My husband lives with cancer and goes monthly to your hospital. Everyone is always so warm, loving and kind! You are appreciated!  Sending warm hugs and love!

  • Siska D.

Thank you so very much to all the healthcare workers you truly are making a difference. You are all our healthcare Angel’s

  • Patty V. 

Thank you to all those that keep the hospital running so the clinical staff can take care of the patients. Everyone from Porters, to cleaners, the cafeteria staff , security , the screeners and all those behind the scene.

  • David R.

Thank You for all that you do. Keep Safe. Stay Well. Have as Merry a Christmas as possible with your family or friends during these unusual times.

  • Janice C.

All the very best at Christmas time and a healthy happy 2021. Thank you for all you have done in 2020.

  • Darlene I.

Thank you to all Health Care workers and all support workers. What an unbelievable year   this has been. Blessing to all during what will be a demanding time during the holiday season.

  • Joan K.

Thank you so much for your dedication to your work, caring for so many people. Your passion and thoughtfulness does not go unnoticed. Londoners are so proud of you! Take time for yourself this holiday season, in whatever way possible. You deserve it! Happy holidays, from my family to yours! <3 =) Xoxo

  • Stacey C.

I was finishing chemo when Covid hit.  I know how hard all of you work and I am truly grateful. Day in and out you spend your time taking care of people who can’t have their families with them. A huge heartfelt thank-you for EVERYTHING that you do all year long. You truly make a difference in the lives of your patients.

  • Melanie P.

To our front line heroes and heroines I thank you for what you are doing and have been doing during this horrible Covid-19 pandemic, Caring for both the medical and emotional impacts on your patients. You have been caring for those in hospital under difficult circumstances, and at the end of your time there often going into isolation until your next shift and missing time with your families. I imagine from the time you walk in the hospital door until you leave at the end of your shifts there is concern about what the day is going to bring and when is it going to be better.  My wish for you all is that the vaccine helps stop the spread soon, have those who resist the guidelines for safety which are in place start abiding by them and we will hopefully have a happier 2020. There are not enough ways to thank you all for what you do, please take care of yourselves and stay healthy and safe, you are much needed and appreciated and I wish you and yours well. THANK YOU ALL

-Charlotte

Hello as a inactive us Marine I would like to say thank you for your help you guys are hero’s without the man and woman who  help keeping the enemy (covid-19)  contained you guys deserve a hoorah and a salute keep it up just remember that you guys are a powerful Army.. thank you for giving us hope

-James O.

Thank you for your diligence and expertise and compassion during these last several months. We pray that people will do their part and obey the restrictions and conquer the spread of Covid 19. Wishing you will have some time to be with your families over this blessed season!

-Ed S.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the care, dedication and persistence in caring for our young patients at Children’s. Please know that this care and passion does NOT go unnoticed. We thank you sincerely for your bravery and professionalism – for both the kids and their families.

-Vicki H.

Your hard work and special dedication in all that you do brings hope and happiness to the lives of our children and their families. Thank you for the light you bring to an often dark world. YOU ARE THE BEST!

  • Keith S.

Thank you! I’ll be praying for your health and safety as you help those who are in need! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

  • Chenoa S.

Heartfelt thanks to you all, our Children’s Hospital Superhero Health Care Workers, for protecting our communities in 2020 and now in 2021! Your sacrifices are constant as are our prayers for you! For your daily marathons in health care, I wish to share photos of my holiday plush friends to bring you and your families smiles! Love and profound gratitude,  

  • Kirby and Marathon Kids Fun Mascot Friends

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