Maple Hope Foundation and the “Unite with Ukraine” initiative of the Ukrainian World Congress deliver 30 MOVES® SLC™ mobile life support systems to Ukraine’s defense forces

On September 11, 2025, a new shipment of 30 MOVES® SLC™ life support systems arrived in Kyiv through the combined efforts of the Maple Hope Foundation and the “Unite with Ukraine” initiative of the Ukrainian World Congress (UWC). These advanced systems are specifically designed to provide emergency medical care to severely wounded soldiers directly on the battlefield. 

As part of the deployment of the medical technology donation to Ukraine, Thornhill Medical provided combat care training to military medical teams who will be using MOVES® SLC™ to treat and transport injured civilian and military Ukrainians. The MOVES® SLC™ system is the only micro integrated portable life support technology of its kind in the world. Each unit combines an oxygen concentrator, a unique oxygen-conserving ventilator, suction, and a complete vital sign monitoring system in a single rugged, battery powered device. Designed for combat conditions, the systems eliminate the need for heavy and hazardous oxygen tanks. 

The Government of Canada supported the initiative of the Maple Hope Foundation and the Ukrainian World Congress by providing the life-support systems, which have already been deployed to the front lines. Among the recipients are the 1st Corps of the Ukrainian National Guard “Azov,” the 2nd Corps of the National Guard of Ukraine “Khartia,” the Da Vinci’s Wolves Battalion of the 108th Separate Mechanized Brigade, the 1st Separate Medical Battalion of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the “Liut” assault brigade of the National Police of Ukraine, the Special Group “Alpha” of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), and the Ukrainian Special Operations Forces. 

This assistance package, valued at USD 4.3 million (UAH 177 million), includes specialized training for Ukrainian doctors and paramedics. Experts from Thornhill Medical, in cooperation with the Maple Hope Foundation and UWC, will ensure that medical personnel are fully prepared to use the equipment effectively before deployment in the field. 

Since 2014, the Maple Hope Foundation has been steadfast in its support for Ukraine, particularly for combat medics since the onset of the full scale invasion. The foundation previously delivered 30 MOVES® SLC™ systems in 2023 and an additional 75 in 2024. The demand for this state of the art equipment continues to increase.

Quotes: 

“As Medical Advisor for Maple Hope Foundation, I am honoured that we have been able to deliver 30 MOVES® SLC systems to Ukraine. Each unit serves as a fully portable intensive care station—integrating ventilator support, oxygen generation, suction, and patient monitoring into one compact device. This technology will greatly strengthen the ability of Ukrainian medical teams to deliver advanced critical care in frontline and emergency settings, even when traditional infrastructure is unavailable. We are deeply grateful to the Government of Canada and our partners for making this life-saving support possible.” 

Dr. Irina Chorny, MD CCFP, Medical Advisor, Maple Hope Foundation 

“Canada’s commitment to Ukraine is measured by the ground support provided. With this fifth deployment, we continue to support and enable front-line combat casualty care capacity. Just as importantly, our team is training Ukrainian medical teams to ensure the technology translates into lives saved today and a more resilient medical system for tomorrow. We appreciate the Government of Canada, the Maple Hope Foundation and the Ukrainian World Congress for their partnership as Ukraine defends, prevails and rebuilds.” 

Lesley Gouldie, President and CEO, Thornhill Medical 

“The Ukrainian World Congress is proud to partner with Maple Hope Foundation and Thornhill Medical in strengthening Ukraine’s frontline medical capacity. These life saving systems are a tangible demonstration of the solidarity of the global Ukrainian diaspora and our friends around the world with the defenders of Ukraine. Through the Unite with Ukraine initiative, we are committed to ensuring that those who risk their lives to protect Ukraine are equipped with the most advanced technologies available. Together, we are not only saving lives today, but also building a resilient foundation for Ukraine’s victory and recovery.” 

Paul Grod, President, Ukrainian World Congress 

Organization and Donation Background: 

About MOVES® SLC™ Systems 

The MOVES® SLC™ system was developed to deliver urgent critical combat care to battlefield casualties requiring immediate treatment and evacuation. Weighing only 18 kilograms and designed for portability, the device can be carried in a shoulder bag. It integrates an oxygen concentrator, an oxygen conserving ventilator, suction capability, and comprehensive vital sign monitoring in a single rugged, battery powered system that requires no oxygen cylinders. These systems are used by emergency medical providers, military units, medical brigades, and disaster response services.

About Maple Hope Foundation 

Founded in Vancouver in 2014 by members of the Ukrainian community, Maple Hope Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to providing sustained support for Ukraine across military, humanitarian, and social sectors. Since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the foundation has delivered vital medical aid to civilian and military hospitals, mobile evacuation centers, defenders and their families, as well as settlement assistance and support for displaced Ukrainians in Canada. To date, the total value of assistance provided exceeds CAD 40 million (UAH 1 billion). 

About Thornhill Medical 

Thornhill Medical develops cutting edge medical technologies used worldwide by humanitarian and military medical teams to deliver emergency critical care and patient transport. The company’s pioneering research on oxygen efficiency is transforming approaches to critical care and driving the development of new life saving technologies. Thornhill Medical’s innovations are deployed in more than 19 countries, including Ukraine. Thornhill Medical’s first deployment to support Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence and Ministry of Health was in May 2022 and deployment to support Ukraine’s it continues today. With a team committed to courage, collaboration, and saving lives, Thornhill Medical is recognized as a leader in the rapidly evolving field of medical technology. 

About Unite with Ukraine 

The Ukrainian World Congress (UWC) represents the interests of over 20 million Ukrainians across more than 80 countries worldwide. Unite with Ukraine, UWC’s global fundraising initiative, is dedicated to the systematic procurement and delivery of critical equipment to support Ukraine’s defenders. This includes tactical medical supplies, armored vehicles, FPV drones, UAV complexes, unmanned systems, and other essential resources. Since February 2022, the initiative has raised more than USD 75.3 million (UAH 3.1 billion) from donors in over 70 countries, making a substantial contribution to strengthening Ukraine’s defense capabilities.