Dive for a Cause - 2009

Date: August 23, 2009

Charity: Judy Dan Research and Treatment Centre

Judy Dan Research and Treatment Centre (Ontario Wound Care) was chosen by 53% of the voters. The votes were counted by Mike Krznaric and verified by Elois Davis. The Centre provides Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for patients with chronic Diabetic non-healing wounds. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) can expedite the healing of certain types of chronic, non-healing wounds. We look forward to raise vital funds for this great charity through diving.

Details:

JDWCC logo Judy Dan / Ontario Wound Care...click here
Our Mission To improve the quality of life of our patients by healing wounds and preventing amputations using state of the art medical technology and the highest quality wound care therapy.

Incorporated in 2005, Ontario Wound Care Inc. is a registered charitable organization that offers treatment for chronic non-healing wounds utilizing Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.

Under the leadership of Dr. Ron Linden, Medical Director and CEO, Ontario Wound Care Inc. treats patients and conducts research from its newly built facility, the Judy Dan Wound Care Centre in Toronto, Ontario.

Working in cooperation with the Program for Assessment of Technology in Health (PATH), Faculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University and staff of the University Health Network (Toronto General Hospital) and with funding from the Ontario Ministry of Health, we are conducting a Level 1 research trial into the treatment of diabetic wounds and the prevention of amputations.
As divers we must realize that we are a part of a greater community one which needs our support and attention. Below you may read about some of these "relatively unknown" conditions which affect a fellow diver, their family member or friend.

The nominations for 2009 were:

  • Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • Judy Dan Wound Care Centre
  • Humane Society

The Venue / Events

The event location for 2009 was a drift dive down the Chippawa Creek in the area of Niagara Falla, ON.
We thank all who joined us to raise funds for Epilepsy and win prizes for participants.

In 2009, Hart House Underwater Club held a satellite event with their

Underwater Pumpking and Shore Carving Event





The Results

It is my pleasure to report that Etobicoke Underwater Club's Dive For a Cause committee had organized and executed a successful, safe and enjoyable 3rd annual Dive For a Cause. Our event partner Hart House Underwater Club was once again an integral part of the event both in organization as well as fund-raising efforts.

Our committee submitted eight (8) cheques totalling $3,485.74 to Judy Dan Centre. Combined with online donations of $960.30 as of October 7, 2009 we calculate the total Dive For a Cause funds raised for use within the Judy Dan Research & Treatment Centre to be $4,446.04. These funds are a result of countless hours of volunteer time combined with good will of many divers, families and friends.

The 2009 event featured over 50 participants many of whom volunteered to help make the event happen. We estimate the in-kind donations to approach $10,000.00. Scuba clubs, divers, friends, families and co-workers kindly donated funds with the intention that these funds will make a difference for future patients of the Judy Dan Centre.

Our committee wishes to thank our sponsors, Ontario Underwater Explorers (OUE) the organizers of the Scuba Swap and Scuba 2000 for their generous support of our event.

We wish to communicate our support for and encourage the Judy Dan Centre leadership to continue the work of making a difference for patients requiring Hyperbaric oxygen therapy. On behalf of all our participants we applaud the charitable work done this organization.

Mike Krznaric
Chairperson, 2009 Dive For a Cause