Media Releases

Keeping You Informed

Take a look through some of our recent and past news! Here, we keep the community updated on any announcements regarding the Bowmanville Hospital and the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, as well as highlight the generosity of our community.

Together, we’re building a healthier tomorrow. We Care, We Can.

Generosity of Bowmanville and Newcastle Lions Clubs Brings Lifesaving Surgical Equipment to Bowmanville Hospital

By Erin Bourne | April 2, 2025

The Bowmanville Hospital Foundation expresses deep gratitude to the BowmanvilleLions Club and Newcastle Lions Club for their extraordinary generosity and commitment to the We Care, We Can campaign. Thanks to…

Welcome Alanna Wallace: Director of Campaign and Community Giving

By Mathew Sylvestre | March 11, 2025

We are thrilled to welcome Alanna Wallace to the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation as our new Director of Campaign and Community Giving. Alanna brings a wealth of experience in major gifts,…

A Lasting Tribute: Bowmanville Hospital Renames Café and Gift Shop to Anna’s Place

By Mathew Sylvestre | December 16, 2024

The Association of Hospital Volunteers Bowmanville (AHVB) and the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation are deeply honoured to announce the renaming of the AHVB’s Treats and Treasures Café and Gift Shop to Anna’s Place, a…

Year-End Tax Planning: Donating Publicly Traded Securities

By Erin Bourne | December 10, 2024

Author: Peter Hobb, Baker Tilly Canada Over the past year investors have experienced strong growth in their non-registered stock portfolios.  Their portfolios likely include investments which have appreciated significantly and, when sold,…

Ways to Donate During Postal Disruption

By Mathew Sylvestre | November 25, 2024

CLARINGTON, ONT. – Monday, November 25, 2024 This year, due to the ongoing postal disruption, we have not yet sent out our usual holiday mailer. While we regret not being…

Creating a Legacy: The Importance of Wills and Charitable Giving During Ontario’s ‘Make a Will Month

By Mathew Sylvestre | November 22, 2024

Author: Sarah Shipley, Jenkins Newman & Shipley Law Professional Corporation According to a 2023 survey conducted by the independent research foundation Angus Reid Institute, only 50% of Canadians acknowledge having…

Bowmanville Hospital Foundation Unveils New Identity & Campaign Video

By Mathew Sylvestre | November 21, 2024

CLARINGTON, ONT. – November 21, 2024 At this year’s highly anticipated Mission Possible gala, the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation proudly unveiled its newly rebranded identity and inspiring campaign video, marking a…

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) Pledges $2.5 Million to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation

By Mathew Sylvestre | November 15, 2024

CLARINGTON, ONT. – November 15, 2024: At the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation’s annual Gala, Mission Possible, held on November 1st, Ontario Power Generation (OPG) announced a $2.5 million donation to the…

Clarington Businesses Rally for Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment 

By Mathew Sylvestre | September 5, 2024

CLARINGTON, ONT. – The Bowmanville Hospital Foundation is delighted to announce a resounding show of community support for the redevelopment and expansion of Lakeridge Health Bowmanville Hospital. Local businesses and…

Interim Helipad Opens in Bowmanville, a Major Step in the Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment Journey

By Mathew Sylvestre | September 4, 2024

(Durham Region) – September 4, 2024, Lakeridge Health is proud to announce the official opening of the interim helipad in Bowmanville, a key milestone in the ongoing efforts to enhance…

December 8th 2022: Todd McCarthy, MPP speaks on the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation at Queens Park (Member Statements)