O'Neill in Oshawa in Durham Region, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)
Victorian Order of Nurses 100th Anniversary
By Robin Burgesse, Ottawa, Ontario (1997)
Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 27, 2022
1. Victorian Order of Nurses 100th Anniversary Marker
Commissioned by the VON Durham Branch, this mural depicts the 100 year history to date of the VON in Canada. The VON was founded by Lady Ishbel Aberdeen, the wife of the Governor General, on the request of the National Council of Women as Canada’s “memorial” for Queen Victoria’s 1897 Diamond Jubilee.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Fraternal or Sororal Organizations • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1897.
Location. 43° 53.854′ N, 78° 51.95′ W. Marker is in Oshawa, Ontario, in Durham Region. It is in O'Neill. Marker is on Centre Street North (Provincial Highway 2A) just south of Bond Street West, on the left when traveling south. Marker and mural are located on the west facade of the parking garage at this address. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 12 Centre Street North, Oshawa ON L1G 1A5, Canada. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. General Motors of Canada (within shouting distance of this marker); Oshawa's Famous "Generals" (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); Historical Industry and Labour (about 90 meters away); Oshawa 1935 (about 120 meters away); City of Oshawa (about 120 meters away); Steeple Bell
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1. Victorian Order of Nurses.
In Canada during the late 1890s, nurses, doctors and hospitals were desperately needed in remote areas and in rapidly growing towns and cities. The initial aims of the order were to provide visiting nursing services to districts without access to medical facilities and to establish cottage hospitals in isolated areas. Since then the functions of the VON have evolved in response to changes in Canadian society and new home-nursing needs. More recent initiatives include home-based palliative care, adult day programs, footcare clinics, respite care, primary health care clinics and health services in shelters for women, children and youth at risk.(Submitted on July 8, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)
2. Victorian Order of Nurses.
In 1898, the first nurse training program was established for the Victorian Order of Nurses in Ottawa, Ontario. Today VON Canada is structured into a national service provider and local charities. Both are governed by(Submitted on July 8, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.)volunteer Board members. The National Board is composed of dedicated volunteers from across Canada elected by the representatives of the local branches. The local branches operate in each of their communities, raising funds and lobbying to meet specific needs. VON provides home and community support services to over 10,000 people every day across Ontario and Nova Scotia.Photographed By Cosmos Mariner, May 27, 20222. Victorian Order of Nurses 100th Anniversary Marker(marker is mounted at eye-level on left/north side)
Credits. This page was last revised on July 8, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 7, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida. This page has been viewed 45 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 8, 2023, by Cosmos Mariner of Cape Canaveral, Florida.
