On June 30, La Fondation de l’ Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation announced that its CT Scanner Campaign surpassed the $2 million mark toward its $3.5 million goal. The announcement took place during the Foundation’s annual Donor Appreciation Evening, gathering more than 100 community leaders, donors, and healthcare partners.
The milestone marks incredible progress since launching HGMH Foundation 2.0 last year with a renewed strategic vision and enhanced community engagement.
“We introduced three simple words last year: Be a Healer,” said Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board of Directors. “Since then, those words have become a reflection of who our community is. Together, these acts of generosity create an ecosystem that allows our healthcare professionals to access the tools they need,” he added.
Several major funding announcements pushed the campaign past the $2 million mark. John Hope announced a new $100,000 gift on behalf of the Hope family in honour of his late father, Angus Wallace “Wally” Hope. This contribution builds on his previously announced $250,000 pledge, which he intends to complete this year.
Additional momentum came from the local Community Music and BBQ event organized by Zach Chenier, Alain Poirier, Michel Deschamps, Dan Giroux, and Jean-Luc Desautels, which raised $38,331.25. This total includes a $10,000 contribution from local leader Rory Levert.
Community donors Jeannine Wielinga and Edna Lalonde also shared emotional tributes, dedicating contributions in memory of their loved ones to benefit future generations. North Glengarry Councillor Michael Madden, owner of Lakeside Green Environmental Consulting, highlighted the impact when local businesses join the Foundation’s Business Steps Up initiative.
HGMH President and CEO Robert Alldred-Hughes provided updates on Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital’s continued growth, highlighting new initiatives, expanding services, and the importance of investing today to meet the healthcare needs of future generations. His remarks reinforced that the CT scanner is part of a broader vision to strengthen access to exceptional rural healthcare delivery for years to come.
HGMH’s Interprofessional Practice and Diagnostic Imaging Services Manager Wendy MacLeod shared a powerful perspective on the clinical and emotional necessity of the equipment. Recalling her late husband’s cancer journey, MacLeod emphasized the strain that long-distance travel places on families and the logistical pressure patient transfers place on local emergency services.
Services team members Jessica Duperron and Mike Physk confirmed that technical planning and staff preparation are already underway to ensure seamless operations once the CT scanner arrives.
While the milestone brings local diagnostic care closer to reality, the Foundation emphasizes that the critical work continues.
With the CT scanner fundraising campaign scheduled to wrap up in March 2027, the finish line remains a collaborative community effort. To learn more or to support the CT Scanner Campaign, visit www.hgmhfoundation.org.
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