Foundation News
Thank you from Rufus Wainwright
"Dear friends and family: Tonight I sit by the fireplace of Garden Court, the McGarrigle family ancestral home in St-Sauveur des Monts, Quebec. On one hand I am utterly devastated by what's happened to my mother, but on the other I am so incredibly inspired and in awe of the love and support our family has received from all over the world. (...)"
Kate McGarrigle 1946-2010
Kate McGarrigle, talented singer-songwriter and beloved mother of Rufus and Martha Wainwright, passed away on January 18, 2010. If you would like to make a special donation in honour of Kate, please follow this link and donate online or call the MUHC Foundation directly at +1-514-931-5656.
Kate McGarrigle dies peacefully after battle with sarcoma
It is with heavy hearts that the MUHC Foundation announces the death of one of its strongest supporters, Kate McGarrigle.
Special Guests Announced!
Boy George, Dawn French, Guy Garvey, Jennifer Saunders, and The Thompsons (Teddy, Kami, Linda) are just a few of the special guests and friends announced for the hotly anticipated first London, UK Wainwright/McGarrigle Family Christmas concert.
Dr. Arthur T. Porter sworn into the Privy Council
The Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, recently appointed Dr. Arthur T. Porter, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the McGill University Health Centre, a Councillor of the Privy Council for Canada.
MUHC Foundation website garners award for Design Postimage
For the fourth time, Montreal's Design Postimage has been recognized for excellence in interactive media production by the Horizon Interactive Awards.
