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.

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

JUNE 3, 2021 – Bowmanville Hospital expansion recognized as part of plan to add more hospital beds at Lakeridge Health

By Meghan Tetford | September 3, 2021

BOWMANVILLE, ON – The Bowmanville Hospital expansion and redevelopment project was mentioned as part of the plans to add hospital beds across Lakeridge Health. Check out the full story here.

Durham Region Approves Support for Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment

By Meghan Tetford | April 16, 2021

BOWMANVILLE, ON – The Region of Durham has committed to contribute up to $37.5 million to Lakeridge Health and the redevelopment and expansion project for Bowmanville Hospital.   This announcement…

APRIL 13, 2021 – BHF Strategic Plan – Strong, Responsive, Together

By Meghan Tetford | April 12, 2021

We are proud to present the 2021-24 Strategic Plan for the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation. The mission, vision and values will guide the Foundation and all we do as we work…

Provincial Government Supports the Bowmanville Hospital Redevelopment Project

By Meghan Tetford | January 8, 2021

BOWMANVILLE, ON – On Monday, January 11, 2021, MPP Lindsey Park announced a $2.5 million planning grant from the Provincial government in support of the redevelopment of the Bowmanville Hospital.…

JUNE 14, 2020 – RCL Branch #178 Poppy Fund Gives $15,000 to "Equipped for Care" Fundraiser

By Meghan Tetford | June 22, 2020

BOWMANVILLE, ON – John Greenfield of the Bowmanville Legion Branch #178 ~ Poppy Fund, presented Kirk Kemp, Chair of the Bowmanville Hospital Foundation’s We Care, We Can Campaign and the…

Shoppers Drug Mart Raises $8,154 for Mammography Dept. at Bowmanville Hospital

By Meghan Tetford | January 30, 2020

BOWMANVILLE, ONTARIO – On Thursday, January 30, 2020, Andrea Russell, Chief Development Officer, Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, was on hand to receive a cheque for $8,154 from Leanne Travis – Associate & Pharmacist Owner,…

Florence Nightingale Lodge #66 & Beehive Rebekah Lodge #125 Give Back to Bowmanville Hospital Foundation

By Meghan Tetford | January 23, 2020

BOWMANVILLE, – On Wednesday, January 22, 2020, Chris Kooy, Board Chair, Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, was pleased to accept a generous gift of $20,000 from the members of Florence Nightingale Lodge…

Knights of Columbus TV Bingo Raises $5,000 for Breath of Life Fundraiser

By Meghan Tetford | January 16, 2020

From left to right: Alf Connolly, Larry Van Acker, Michael Sullivan, Nick Arts, Andrea Russell. On Thursday, January 16, 2020, members of the Knights of Columbus Council #6361 presented Andrea…

Bowmanville Kinsmen Club Bee Gees Event Raises $1,000 for Bowmanville Hospital

By Meghan Tetford | November 18, 2019

On November 18, 2019, members of the Kinsmen Club of Bowmanville presented Frank Cerisano, CEO, Bowmanville Hospital Foundation, with a cheque for $1,000. The funds were raised during the Kinsmen…

Halminen Family Foundation Makes $2-Million-and-1-dollar Pledge

By Meghan Tetford | October 30, 2019

BOWMANVILLE, – On Friday, October 25, 2019, Bowmanville Hospital Foundation hosted its 33rd Annual Fundraising Gala at the Ajax Convention Centre. Community leaders, donors, volunteers and guests enjoyed a fun-filled…