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L egacy giving paves the way for our future. By making a legacy gift to the organizations that mean the most to you, you are ensuring that those organizations will continue to provide programs and services for generations to come.

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Youth philanthropist dedicated to community

by Jeannie Armstrong SP Special Projects Editor Oksana Kishchuk is living proof that age and wealth are not prerequisites for philanthropy.

The young Saskatonian became involved in her first charitable endeavors in grade seven. “One of the main organizations I’ve been working with is Free The Children. I’ve been able to go on a few volunteer trips with them and their sister organization, Me to We. I’ve been to Kenya three times, as well as India,” says Kishchuk.

Those experiences were life-changing, she explains. “I was in grade seven when I heard Craig Kielburger speaking in Saskatoon. He talked about the opportunity to see the world through someone else’s eyes and experience life in another part of the world.

I decided that I wanted to go to Kenya. I worked hard to convince my family that I should go and did a lot of fund-raising.

As a result, I was able to go to Kenya the summer after grade nine.”

The excursion not only opened Kishchuk’s eyes to the life circumstances of Kenyan youth, she felt connected to a much larger global community. “I felt a responsibility as a global citizen to do something that would try to make an impact and make the lives of everyone in the community better,” she says.

After returning from her trip to Kenya, Kishchuk and her fellow colleagues succeeded in raising over $200,000 to help establish a boys’ secondary school in Kenya.

“I produced two concerts in Saskatoon and hosted two fund-raising dinners as well.

I’ve done a few speaking events at various schools and organizations, talking about the importance of education,” says Kishchuk.

“I was also invited to speak at WE Day Saskatchewan in 2013, which was a really amazing opportunity.”

During her high school years, Kishchuk stood out as a student leader, participating in the Saskatoon School Board’s Youth Engaged in Leadership and Learning (YELL), as well as serving on the Youth Advisory Council of the Saskatoon Community Foundation.

Kishchuk’s dedication to community service has earned her a number of awards, including the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award. She was also named a finalist for Canada’s Top Teen Philanthropist.

Kishchuk has just completed her first year of studies at Carleton University, working towards a degree in Public Affairs and Policy Management. It’s a profession she became interested in as a result of the philanthropic activities she became involved in as a child.

“I was looking for a university program where I could get a degree that would help me actually make a difference – locally, nationally and internationally,” says Kishchuk.

At every opportunity, Kishchuk encourages other young people to contribute their time, energy and resources to worthy community causes – both here at home and around the globe. “I say, ‘get out and do it!’ It can seem like a bit of work, and the rewards may not be immediately obvious all the time, but being involved in your community will open doors for you both personally, at school, and through skills you gain which will help you throughout your life,” she says.

“I was very shy when I was younger, but by becoming involved in these initiatives, I was able to find my voice, and find the reason why I should be speaking out and standing up for issues. It’s also a great way to get to know your community better. As you get more involved, you begin to see how wonderful your community is and all the support systems that are in place.”

The young philanthropist has recently returned to Saskatoon from Ottawa for the summer, just in time to participate as featured guest speaker at this year’s Leave a Legacy Luncheon in Saskatoon.

The event will take place Thursday, May 14 from 12 noon to 1 p.m. in Hall B, Saskatoon Prairieland Park.

“I’ll be speaking about youth philanthropy as well as the importance of legacy and bequest gifts. There are a lot of things that youth can do for philanthropic work. The work of legacy gifts really facilitates these opportunities for young philanthropists and can allow them the means to grow and

Oksana Kishchuk was only in grade seven when she became involved in philanthropic activities. She’s received several awards for her charitable endeavors, which include helping to raise over $200,000 to establish a secondary school in Kenya. Kishchuk will share her experiences at this year’s Leave a Legacy Luncheon, taking place May 14 at Prairieland Park. (SP file photo)

change their community,” says Kishchuk.

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A legacy of giving remembered Leave a Legacy month is a special time to recognize those who have made contributions to our lives and communities and this year’s theme acknowledges Life’s Milestones.

Even more special are gifts made in memory of another person’s milestones. This is exactly how Elizabeth Rhynold and Catherine Lowe paid tribute to their parents, John and Jean Mahon.

Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2002, John contacted the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan for support. This connection was the beginning of a great relationship between the Society and the Mahons.

Along with receiving support, they also attended support groups, educational programs and Alzheimer Society events. In appreciation, John and John and Jean Mahon (pictured above) Jean paid it forward by becoming received much valued support from the spokespeople and advocates to Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan after help John was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease in 2002. In turn, they paid it disease. forward by becoming advocates for John and Jean demonstrated people with Alzheimer’s, raising funds for commitment to our organization the Society and securing a grant to help by sharing their story, and in fund an education program for families turn, helped secure a Saskatoon impacted by the disease. (Supplied photo) Community Foundation grant to help fund an education program for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

The legacy of the Mahons only grew larger as they participated in our Walk for eight years, helping to raise funds for the Society.

After John passed away in 2008, Jean continued her work by sharing her story at the Saskatchewan Legislature, support groups, and other Alzheimer Society events to encourage and inspire others. With nearly 10 years of involvement with the Society, we presented Jean with our Volunteerism Award in 2011.

After Jean passed away in 2012, her daughters Elizabeth and Catherine knew they had to do something to keep the memory of their parents alive.

In 2013, Elizabeth and Catherine generously donated $25,000 to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan in memory of their parents, continuing their family’s legacy of giving. As a Geriatrician in New Brunswick, Elizabeth followed in her parents’ footsteps by assisting the Alzheimer Society of New Brunswick in their work.

We are incredibly grateful to the entire Mahon family for their contributions to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan. To give in so many different ways, and to reach so many milestones of giving, is truly the definition of leaving a legacy – and we are so thankful.

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The amount doesn’t matter; making the gift matters

Have you ever thought “I can’t afford to leave a gift to a charity in my Will” or “I won’t have enough money when I pass to leave a gift” or “My gift won’t make a difference”? If you have, you are like most people. But your gift will make a difference!

Each year, Royal University Hospital Foundation (RUH Foundation) is the recipient of estate gifts. Some of these gifts are $1,000, some are $10,000 and some are $100,000 or more. And they all make a difference to the patient care at RUH every single day.

When planning their estate, many donors choose not to designate their estate gifts.

Some donors, like Frank Schamber, feel that undesignated gifts make a larger impact because they support the greatest patient care priorities at RUH at the time of the gift.

The vast majority of the gifts RUH Foundation received last year were

Bryan Isinger has created an endowment fund to enhance patient care in pediatrics, at Royal University Hospital as well as the new Children’s Hospital of Saskatchewan. (Supplied photo)

undesignated which made it possible to combine them with donations from annual and major donors to make a lasting impact through the purchase and installation of the newest generation of angio biplane equipment at RUH, as well as provide upgrades to the original suite. Having state-of-the-art equipment and improved access to two angio biplane suites means more patients experiencing strokes, aneurisms, internal bleeding and other critical conditions will be treated here, in Saskatoon. And for years into the future, realized estate gifts will make that year’s patient care priorities a reality.

But estate gifts are also personal and therefore donors sometimes want to make a gift to a certain area. That was the case with Bryan Isinger. Several years ago, Bryan decided he wanted to make an impact on the health care of children at RUH as a tribute to a daughter who had passed away.

The Bryan Isinger Endowment for Pediatrics

was formed with an initial gift with his intention to enhance the fund through his estate.

RUH Foundation recently received Bryan’s estate gift, close to $1 million, which will be added to his endowment to enhance patient care in pediatrics, both at RUH and at the new Children’s Hospital of Saskatchewan, for years into the future.

Arla Gustafson, RUH Foundation CEO says “We are grateful for all estate gifts to the Foundation whether they are designated or not. They all impact patient care every day.”

If you would like to discuss including RUH Foundation in your estate plans, visit ruhf. org or contact Annual and Legacy Giving Officer Colleen McKay at 306.655.0628 or at colleen.mckay@saskatoonhealthregion.ca.

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fund celebrates Endowment Dr. Fedoruk’s leadership

Athlete, physicist, Chancellor, Lieutenant Governor, the accomplishments of The Honourable Dr. Sylvia Fedoruk and her contributions to Saskatchewan life cannot easily be captured by a brief memorial. Though she was also a top athlete, upon completion of her first Bachelor’s degree, she was awarded the Governor General’s Gold Medal as the University of Saskatchewan’s most outstanding graduate. By the time she completed her Master’s in Physics, she had been recruited as the radiation physicist at the Saskatoon Cancer Clinic, pioneering the world’s first cobalt unit to treat cancer, and earning an international reputation. She was the first female member of the Atomic Energy Control Board of Canada and of the Science Council of Canada. She earned several honourary degrees for her work in medical radiology, and in 1986, was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada and also received the Saskatchewan Order of Merit.

Sylvia’s public service record is equally impressive. She served as a director in no less than 52 organizations of all kinds, including terms on the University of Saskatchewan’s Board of Governors, Senate and, of course, a term as Chancellor. Her public service career culminated in her

appointment as Saskatchewan’s 17th (and first female) Lieutenant Governor.

Sylvia Fedoruk was a pioneer for women in academia, science, sport and government.

She was an exemplar of public service who made an indelible mark on the history of our province. The Saskatoon Community Foundation is very proud that, amid all her achievements, such a woman also made it her personal priority to serve on the SCF board.

Dr. Fedoruk appreciated the value of building our community’s capacity to care through the creation of permanent endowed funds.

The Honourable Dr. Sylvia Fedoruk left a lasting imprint on the scientific, academic, sporting and public communities that she served so well. (Supplied photo)

When she passed away in 2012, she expressed her conviction about the value of both the community foundation and endowments by leaving a portion of her estate to the Saskatoon Community Foundation. Her lifelong dedication to the betterment of life in our community and Province will be recognized and commemorated through the Sylvia Fedoruk Fund. Through this fund, her

leadership and her spirit will continue and will continue to be celebrated forever.

This story was provided by the Saskatoon Community Foundation to promote awareness of this topic.

Saskatoon’s three hospitals share a long legacy of care. It’s a legacy made possible by your parents, grandparents, great grandparents ... and you.

Legacy gifts fund vital hospital equipment, facilities, programs, education and research. They put advanced equipment in the hands of medical professionals and hope in the hearts of people depending on hospitals for life-saving care.

There are many ways to leave a legacy. Remember Saskatoon’s hospitals in your will. Make them a beneficiary of a life insurance policy. Establish a charitable annuity or make a gift by transferring shares.

Legacy planning can have tax benefits. Talk to your financial advisor. To make a legacy gift, or for more information, call one of our hospital foundations.

Royal University Hospital (RUH) is the main trauma centre for Saskatchewan and the leading referral and teaching/ research centre in the Saskatoon Health Region specializing in Emergency and Trauma, Cardiology, Neurology, Respirology, and Oncology. Thanks to the thoughtfulness of donors, RUH Foundation impacts innovative research, education and patient care.

St. Paul’s Hospital has maintained a legacy of compassionate, holistic care for more than a century.

A progressive teaching hospital, St. Paul’s is known for its leadership in palliative care, renal care, spiritual and cultural care. We are grateful to our donors who contribute to our vision of a community of health, hope and compassion for all.

Providing the best for the people who care: your legacy helps Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation purchase leading edge equipment, resources and technology, allowing patients to access state-of-the-art eye care, day surgery, women’s health and breast health care. Gifts also support advanced research, teaching, diagnosis and treatment in rehabilitation, orthopedics, sleep disorders, geriatrics and MS.

Royal University Hospital Foundation Colleen McKay Annual and Legacy Giving Officer 306-655-0628 colleen.mckay@saskatoonhealthregion.ca ruhf.org

St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation Lecina Hicke Manager of Major Giving 306-655-5832 or 1-888-345-0330 Lecina.Hicke@saskatoonhealthregion.ca sphfoundation.org

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Retired teacher leaving her legacy

by Tom Eremondi, Communications Director Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation Teachers know all about planning – daily lesson planning, yearly planning and curriculum planning.

So it was easy for Elaine Yaychuk to do another kind of planning. This time it was her estate.

Now living in Meadow Lake where she serves as a city councilor,Yaychuk began teaching in 1975. Her career took her to Lestock, Porcupine Plain and Redvers before she settled in the northern city.

After meeting charitable gift planners from non-profit organizations in the province,Yaychuk decided that Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation would be a beneficiary of her will.

Her motivation for planned giving is elementary. “I know hospitals can sometimes be underfunded,” she says of why she chose Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation. “Yet there are always waiting lists and always equipment that they need.

Health care is important because it affects everybody.”

Tracy Boyle, Director of Major and Planned Gifts at Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation, says Yaychuk’s planning gets perfect grades. “By organizing her estate to leave a residual gift, it allows her to continue using her money while she needs it. It also ensures any remaining money will go exactly

where she wants.”

While Boyle says many people plan their wills this way,Yaychuk’s pre-planning also helps organizations. “Knowing there are bequests forthcoming sometime in the future allows us to plan. As Elaine said, there are always needs at the hospital. It’s good to know we’ll have sources of income when needs arise.”

She adds that donors who let us know about their bequests receive recognition when they still can enjoy it. “In Elaine’s case, she’ll be added to the Gold level of our donor wall. Donors can also opt to be featured in our Well Aware magazine and, in some cases, on our website and social media pages.”

This can be a source of pride and accomplishment for donors but Boyle notes that it again helps charitable organizations.

“By sharing your own personal story of giving, you’re inspiring others to donate in a similar way. It really, becomes a gift that keeps on giving.”

Boyle says those who are planning their estates can seek help from professionals such as their lawyers, accountants or financial advisors. Planning officers at charitable organizations can also be a source of good information.

Saskatoon City Hospital is a leading centre of ambulatory care, performing almost half of all day surgeries in the Saskatoon Health Region. The hospital is expected to treat more than 120,000

Seeking advice from professionals such as lawyers, accountants or financial advisors can help people pre-plan their estates to their advantage. (iStock photo)

people this year – most will go home the same day after visiting departments in areas such as eye care, day surgery, gynecology, women’s health services and breast health care. The hospital also offers advanced research, teaching, diagnosis and treatment in rehabilitation, orthopedics, sleep

disorders, geriatrics and multiple sclerosis.

For more information about how your legacy can help, visit saskatooncityhospitalfoundation.com .

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95-year old volunteer supports causes close to her heart

by Debbie Brown Coordinator, Philanthropy Heart and Stroke Foundation “The head cannot function without a heart.”

This philosophy has sustained Rose Jarman through her 95 years, including 50 years of canvassing for the Heart and Stroke Foundation in February, often the coldest time of the year.

“I love canvassing because I love people.

It keeps my brain active, renews my acquaintances, a retirement dream so to speak, as I’m coming soon to 96 years of enjoyable longevity,” says Rose, who may well have the distinction of being the oldest Heart and Stroke Foundation canvasser in Canada. She is proud of earning her “Gold Heart Canvasser” pin through generous donations.

Her generosity is evident in the bequests she plans to leave several organizations, including the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

Rose was born in Hafford, SK. on September 5, 1919, the ninth of 12 children born to George and Mary (nee Budzak) Werezak. The Werezaks emigrated from Ukraine in the late 1800s in search of a better life on the Canadian prairie. Rose is proud of the contributions that her parents – and the Ukrainian community – made to Western Canada, recognized as the “bread basket of the continent.”

“They survived unimaginable hardship

For 50 years, Rose Jarman has canvassed for the Heart and Stroke Foundation. She also honours the memory of her husband George and son Zenon by supporting causes close to her heart.

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to contribute to the building of Western Canada,” says Rose, who grew up during the Great Depression of the 1930s. She is proud of her Ukrainian roots, and travelled with her husband George to Ukraine before the dissolution of the former USSR. Rose moved to Saskatoon in 1958 as a single parent with her much-loved son, Zenon G. Kotelko, and worked full-time. She worked as a clerical assistant for Quaker Oats until it closed in 1972, and then in the ladies’ wear department at the Army & Navy Department Store until she retired. In 2013, she organized a reunion of her former Army & Navy co-workers.

In 2004, her husband, George T. Jarman,

passed away nearly five years after suffering a stroke. Although in her 80s, Rose cared for him so he could stay in their residence on 11th Street in Saskatoon, the house George built in 1954.

It was with a heavy heart for Rose when her beloved son, Zenon G. Kotelko, was overtaken with cancer at 56 years of age in 2005. At the time of his passing, he owned and operated Badass Jack’s Café on Idylwyld, the city’s first such franchise, but he was a super drag racer at heart.

She now gives in honour of both men, finding comfort in supporting causes close to her heart. As well as the Heart and Stroke Foundation, she supports all

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Rose is a dog lover and was always seen with her pets on her daily walks. Her other interests include socializing, singing, dancing and bowling (in her earlier years). She is sports-minded, and enjoys reading and playing cards (Kaiser and Solitaire).

Due to cancer surgery in 2011, Rose relocated to a seniors’ condo in Saskatoon.

Last August, she suffered a heart attack herself. But while she has endured personal tragedies and maybe slowed down a bit, she is still active in her church, goes to concerts and follows current events.

“George and Zenon both would be happy to know their legacies and investments are helping other people in Saskatchewan, and other Saskatchewan generations to come,” she says.

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Joan Page paints a brighter future for St. Paul’s Hospital When Joan Page retired from her career as a teacher, she took up painting after a decades-long hiatus. She joined artists’ groups, including ones that travelled to beautiful locations, like Newfoundland, the Yukon, Spain, and Portugal.

For Joan, painting when she travels is a way to live in the moment and really experience the landscapes she visits – to do more than just take a picture and leave.

This same desire to do more led her to leave a gift for St. Paul’s Hospital in her will. Inspired by her husband Donald, who gave a gift to the Hospital when he passed away, Joan says knowing the gift is in your will simply makes you feel good.

“It’s a wonderful thing to do, to be able to help other people,” she said.

Diagnosed when he was only 15 years old, Don lived with diabetes for most of his life. Though he never let the disease stop him – while managing home dialysis, Don and Joan travelled in their motorhome, enjoying the great outdoors. Even after he lost his eyesight due to complications when he was 40, he continued to be an active fisher and try new things, like cross-country skiing and water-skiing.

“He had a zest for life,” said Joan.

He and Joan first started coming to St. Paul’s Hospital for his treatment in 1985.

Although Don’s illness had a large impact on their life, the staff and caregivers at St. Paul’s were with them every step of the way – from learning about home dialysis options to dialysis treatment to his eventual transplant. The kind and compassionate care he received inspired Don to give to St. Paul’s – and Joan has followed his lead by joining the Spirit of Life Honour Roll and making a provision in her estate plan to leave a Legacy gift to St. Paul’s Hospital.

“I think people should donate to St. Paul’s, especially the renal unit, because they do such a great job for so many people,” said Joan.

She also encourages everyone to get their will in order, noting that it’s easy to do – she recently updated her own.

“A lot of people don’t have wills because they don’t think it’s important because they’re too young,” she said.

“But even if you’re young, you need a will. And it’s a relief when it’s all done.”

(l-r) SPH Foundation’s Major Gifts Officer Andrea Kopylech and long-standing donor Joan Page reflecting on Joan’s travel paintings in the Healing Arts Studio at St. Paul’s Hospital. (Supplied photo)

St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation is grateful for both Don’s and Joan’s gifts in support of St. Paul’s Hospital. If you would like to learn more about making a planned gift in your will, please contact St. Paul’s Hospital Foundation.

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Scholarship supports U of S grad student’s career aspirations “I developed my passion for agriculture growing up on a small farm near Fairlight, in southeast Saskatchewan,” says Andrea De Roo, a graduate student in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources. “The hard work was challenging at times — but I loved every bit of it.”

It was this passion that brought Andrea to study plant sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. “My research focuses on cleaver weeds in Western Canada,” she explains. “As I learn more about this species my project expands. In fact, it’s grown so much that I hope to convert my master’s thesis into a PhD soon.”

Andrea notes that she wouldn’t have been able to pursue her educational and career goals without the scholarship support she received. She says, “I had high grades in school and wanted to continue to study, so moving to Saskatoon to study agriculture at the U of S was an easy decision for me — but paying

Student award funding, including an award from the Douglas Christie Ferguson Fund, is helping Andrea De Roo, B.S.A. 2013, M.Sc. Candidate, to further her research studies and career goals. (Supplied photo) for it was going to be another story.”

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I am today without this support,” she adds.

When Andrea spoke at the annual Greystone Circle members’ event this past June she had the opportunity to meet many donors who help students like her through legacy gifts. “It’s Continuity works with clients to define their not very often that students succession and estate planning goals. get to meet the incredible As part of this process, we work with clients to develop people that support us creative gifting strategies customized to throughout our degree,” she their unique situation. said. “I’m happy to get the We all benefit when we give back to the community. chance to do that.”

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Saturday, May 2, 2015

The Saskatoon StarPhoenix • thestarphoenix.com

Leave a Legacy

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LEAVE A LEGACY™ Saskatoon is a public awareness program that encourages people from all walks of life to make gifts through a will or other gift planning instrument to the charity or non-profit organization of their choice. LEAVE A LEGACY™ Saskatoon does not solicit gifts for any particular organization. The program is a donor-oriented education initiative to encourage charitable gifts and to raise awareness of the importance of having a will and making a difference in your community by planning a gift to a favourite charity.

Top 10 Things You Can Do Today To Leave A LEGACY ™

Mayor Donald Atchison proclaims May 2015 LEAVE A LEGACY MONTH in Saskatoon

1. Prepare a will.

2. Leave a gift in your will for the not-for-profit organization that makes a difference in your life.

3. Leave a specific dollar amount or a percentage of your assets to a not-for-profit organization.

4. Consider using assets for your legacy gift.

5. Name a not-for-profit as a beneficiary of your RRSP, RRIF or pension plan.

Mayor’s Message Whereas Leave a Legacy Saskatoon has applied to the City to proclaim May 2015 as Leave a Legacy Month.

Whereas City Council, at its meeting of Monday, March 23, 2015 considered the

6. Name your favourite not-for-profit as the beneficiary of an existing life insurance policy. application and resolved to proclaim the Month of May 2015 as Leave a Legacy Month.

7. Purchase a new life insurance policy naming

Now therefore, City Council proclaims May 2015 as Leave a Legacy Month in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

8. Remember loved ones with memorial gifts.

your favourite not-for-profit as the beneficiary.

9. Encourage family and friends to leave gifts to

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not-for-profit organizations in their wills.

10. Ask your financial or estate planning advisor to include charitable giving as part of your financial plan and to incorporate in their counsel to other clients.

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