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Michael and Amanda Lowton, Managing Partners of Glacier Honda and Glacier’s Edge Motorsports (middle, right) have donated $500 to the Sacred Space Project, a dedicated space for patients and their families to focus on emotional wellness and find support from their peers during challenging times, and $500 to the Greatest Need Fund, in support of Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day. They present their donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, KBRH Health Foundation (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $5,325 donation from the members of the First Presbyterian Church of Trail. This donation will support the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude Project, prioritizing restoration of the garden courtyard areas at Columbia View Lodge, ensuring they are fully accessible and usable. Mission Committee Members, Lottie Bonin and Esther Brown presented this donation to Doug Sperry, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (left to right).
Gwil Crane Service has generously donated $1,000 to the Greatest Need Fund. Donations to the Greatest Need Fund assist in purchasing priority medical equipment as well as patient care and comfort items for any department at KBRH, Columbia View Lodge, Poplar Ridge Pavilion or Community Health. Lindy Welsby, KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, accepts this donation from Heather Corth, Gwil Crane Service representative (left to right).	The Royal Canadian Legion, Salmo and District Branch #217, donated $5,000 from their Poppy Fund to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign to purchase medical equipment for the oncology and day surgery departments. Stephen MacDonald, President, and Angela Richens, Vice President, present this donation to Kara Hannigan, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (right to left).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $2,000 donation for the Music Therapy Programs at Columbia View Lodge and Poplar Ridge Pavilion. This donation was provided by the Hamber Foundation and will support long term care residents with socialization activities through music. Kara Hannigan, Foundation Board Member and Karen Yamazaki, Music Therapist, accepted this donation (left to right).	The Music Heals Charitable Foundation has donated $4,000 to support Music Therapy programming at Poplar Ridge Pavilion and Columbia View Lodge. This funding ensures program continuation, which supports socialization and well-being of long term care residents. Karen Yamazaki, Music Therapist and Debbie Wood, 2^nd Vice Chair, KBRH Health Foundation Board accept this donation (left to right).
McDonald’s in Trail & Castlegar have donated $1,000 raised during Change-Up for Light-Up, to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign. Trail McDonald’s team members presented the donation on behalf of the Trail and Castlegar teams, to KBRH Health Foundation Board Secretary, John Sullivan.	The Beaver Valley Thrift Store has donated $2,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support important medical equipment upgrades in KBRH's Ambulatory Care Departments. Dr. Carolyn Stark, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member, accepted this donation from Tricia Prime, Steering Committee Chair of the Beaver Valley Thrift shop (left to right).
Shatti Esthetics Studio has donated $500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Greatest Need Fund. Owners, Sukhjinder and Shatti Singh, and their son Agam, present their donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (left to right). Donations to the Greatest Need Fund assist in purchasing priority medical equipment as well as patient care and comfort items for any department at KBRH, Columbia View Lodge, Poplar Ridge Pavilion or Community Health.	Members of the SMS Italo Canadese have donated $30,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign and Oncology Department at KBRH. Italo Canadese members Lina Horan, Maria Burkholder and Joanne Balfour present this generous donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director of the KBRH Health Foundation (left to right).
Hotel Manager, Adrian Heink (middle), donated $500 towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign on behalf of the Crown Columbia Hotel, BW Premier Collection. This donation is in support of Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day. Kim Ferraro, KBRH Health Foundation Board Vice Chair (left) and Bernie Legatto, Board Treasurer (right), accept this donation.	Jim and Laurie Philipzyk from Integrity Subaru donated $10,000 during Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day. This very generous donation contributed greatly to the grand total of $175,800 raised this year during Pledge Day, and will go towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign, Sacred Space Project and Pediatrics. Kim Ferraro, Vice Chair, KBRH Health Foundation Board, accepts this donation from Jim and Laurie Philipzyk (left to right).
Another donation towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign! Champion Chevrolet owners, Marc and JJ Cabana made their $1,000 donation during the annual Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day at Waneta Plaza. They presented their donation to Kim Ferraro and Bernie Legatto, KBRH Health Foundation Board Members (left to right). Thanks Marc and JJ for supporting Light-Up and helping improve healthcare in Kootenay Boundary!	Thea Hanson Real Estate-RE/MAX donated $1,000 during Light-Up The Hospitals to benefit the Oncology Department at KBRH. Rebecca Smyth, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member accepted this donation from Thea Hanson (right to left).
Pharmasave Trail has donated $500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign and $500 to the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude Project. The Garden of Gratitude Project will prioritize restoration of the garden courtyard areas at Columbia View Lodge in order to ensure they are fully accessible and usable. Foundation Board Treasurer, Bernie Legatto (left), accepts this donation from Pharmasave Trail Owner, Tim Moorhead (2^nd left), and his wonderful staff.	Dan Ashman, AM Ford Dealer Principal, has donated $500 in support of Light-Up to the KBRH Health Foundation for the Ambulatory Care Campaign. Dr. Carolyn Stark, Foundation Board Member, accepts this donation from Dan Ashman (right to left).
This Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day, Ferraro Foods donated $1,000 to the Sacred Space Project at KBRH. This quiet, dedicated space allows for meditation, prayer, or reflection and will be available for patients, families, visitors and the dedicated staff at KBRH so that they can focus on emotional wellness and find support from their peers during challenging times. Danny Ferraro, representing Ferraro Foods presented their generous donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, KBRH Health Foundation.	The Trail Fire Fighters Charitable Society has donated $2,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation's Ambulatory Care Campaign. Your support of the Fire Fighters Raffle ensures healthcare improvements continue in the Kootenay Boundary. Captain Rick Morris and Kyle Boutin, Director of the Trail Fire Fighters Charitable Society, presented their donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, KBRH Health Foundation (left to right).
The KBRH Health Foundation received $40,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary, completing their pledge of $75,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation is funding the Ambulatory Care Unit's Shared Administrative Office & the Oncology Unit's Consultation & Examination Room. This support is made possible through sales at the Gift Shop at KBRH. Dr. Carolyn Stark, Foundation Board Member, accepts this donation from Trail Hospital Auxiliary members Gerri Paterson, Dianne Kaniss, Anita Fricke and Allana Ferro (left to right).	Tim Hortons Trail has donated $4,189.34 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign to purchase state of the art medical equipment. Proceeds were raised through their annual Smile Cookie Campaign. Tim Hortons’ Trail Manager, Angelo Caraos presents this donation to Paul Butler, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (right to left).
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has made a generous donation of $75,000 for the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This is the final installment of a $150,000 pledge made to support the Administration Area in the new Ambulatory Care Unit at KBRH. Lindy Welsby, KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, accepts this donation from Rossland Health Care Auxiliary members Linda Cant, Michele Cordiez and Valerie Cross (right to left).	Nelson & District Credit Union has donated $2,500 through their Community Investment Program to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. Credit Union members in our region provided these funds to improve regional healthcare. Brian Poch, NDCU’s Manager of Retail Lending (left), presented the donation to Debbie Wood, 2^nd Vice Chair, KBRH Health Foundation Board (right
FortisBC Kootenay Employees donated $1,250 to Light-Up The Hospitals! Pledge Day from their Social Club Fund. Proceeds were raised from ticket sales at their annual Christmas party. This generous donation will support Youth Mental Health. Lea McNaughton, FortisBC Administrative Assistant, presents their donation to Rebecca Smyth, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member.	United Steelworkers Local 480 has donated $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund, which assists families when travelling to receive medical care. Rebecca Smyth, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member accepts the donation from Chris Walker, President of the United Steelworkers Local 480, Nylan LaFreniere, Treasurer, and Dean Johnson, Safety Coordinator.
The Legion Foundation BC/Yukon Command has donated $1,000 to the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude project. This generous donation will help improve accessibility of garden spaces for long term care residents, ensuring their safety and maximizing usability. Glenn Hodge, Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch # 11 Board Member (right), presents the donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (left), on behalf of the Legion Foundation BC/Yukon Command.	Teck Trail Operations has donated $15,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign and will match the first $15,000 of donations from our generous community. This donation will support the Telehealth Room in the Ambulatory Care Department and Light-Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day. Jayne Garry, Community Engagement Leader, Teck Trail Operations (left), presented their donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (right).
The Le Roi Community Foundation has donated $1,500 to the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude project. This generous donation will help improve accessibility of garden spaces for long term care residents, ensuring their safety and maximizing usability. Heather Brandvold, Director and Designated Grants Committee Chair of the Le Roi Community Foundation, presents their donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (right to left).	The Le Roi Community Foundation has generously donated $3,000 for music therapy programs at Poplar Ridge Pavilion and Columbia View Lodge. This funding ensures program continuation which supports socialization and well-being of long-term care residents. Jody Pistak, Vice President and Chair, Le Roi Community Foundation presents their donation to John Sullivan, Secretary, KBRH Health Foundation (right to left).
Kootenay Savings employees from the Trail and Fruitvale branches donated $500 from Care Wear proceeds to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Greatest Need Fund. This generous donation was made in honour of Credit Union Day. Paul Butler, KS Branch Manager (left) and members of the KS team present this donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation, Executive Director (third from right).	The Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch # 11 donated $1,000 from their Poppy Fund to the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude project, which will improve accessibility of garden spaces for long term care residents. Terry Martin, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member accepts the donation from Terry McKimmie, President, Trail Branch #11 (left to right).
The Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch # 11 donated $2,000 from their Poppy Fund to the Ambulatory Care Campaign to purchase medical equipment for the oncology and day surgery departments. Terry McKimmie President Trail Branch #11 presents this donation to Melissa Mailey, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (left to right).	$4,125 was donated through the 5^th annual Give A Daisy Memorial Campaign in memory of Lee & Kim Page and in support of the KBRH Oncology Department. To date, $16,528 has been raised for Palliative Care and $42,497 for Oncology, for a total contribution of $59,025. Kurtis MacGillivray, No Frills owner (center) and the No Frills team presented this donation to Debbie Wood, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (centre right).
The KBRH Medical Staff Association is honoured to support Operation Owatz: A tribute for Dr. Todd Owatz through fitness with a donation for the purchase of medical equipment for the Ambulatory Care Campaign honouring the legacy of Dr. Todd Owatz. Todd was a loved and respected member of our physician community whom is dearly missed. Todd firmly believed in the power of exercise to improve quality of life across the lifespan and Operation Owatz is an activation of these values continuing his legacy in our community. Dr. Carolyn Stark, MSA President, presents the donation to Sandra Owatz and Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, KBRH Health Foundation (left to right).	The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #14 Rossland provided $5,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support multiple departments and facilities. This donation was dedicated to Poplar Ridge, Columbia View, Maternity, Respiratory, Operating Rooms and Ambulatory Care. Rossland Legion representatives Ivan Bell, Charities Chairman and Ray Van Den Nieuwenhof, President presented this donation to Bernie Legatto, Foundation Board Member (left to right).
Three local Rotary Clubs have joined together to make a $12,270 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation. This generous donation will purchase 3 bassinettes for the Maternity Department at KBRH. The Foundation thanks our local Rotary Clubs of Trail, Rossland and Waneta Sunshine for their collaborative efforts to improve regional healthcare. Paul Butler, Foundation Board Member, accepts this donation from Richard Fish, Trail Rotary President, and Maddie Harlemovs, Waneta Rotary Secretary. See opposite photo for complete donation.	Three local Rotary Clubs have joined together to make a $12,270 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation. This generous donation will purchase 3 bassinettes for the Maternity Department at KBRH. The Foundation thanks our local Rotary Clubs of Trail, Rossland and Waneta Sunshine for their collaborative efforts to improve regional healthcare. Lindy Welsby, Foundation Board Chair, accepts this donation from Murray McConnachie, Rossland Rotary President. See opposite photo for complete donation.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $20,000 donation from ATCO Wood Products towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign, bringing their total campaign contribution to $55,000. This generous donation will help fund priority medical equipment upgrades in the Ambulatory Care departments at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Executive Director, has accepted this donation from Scott Weatherford, ATCO CEO (left to right).	Century 21 Kootenay Homes has donated $9,430 to the KBRH Health Foundation. This donation was raised at the annual Forget Me Not Tournament at Redstone Resort and the funds will be used to support the Garden of Gratitude Project at Columbia View Lodge. Lisa Pasin, Executive Director (right), has accepted this donation from Melannie Vockeroth, Century 21 Owner, and team members Jerika Perepolkin and Darby Profili (right to left).
United Steelworkers Local 480 has donated $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Sick Children’s Fund. USW Local 480 continues to provide financial assistance to families travelling for medical care through this fund, supporting local families during challenging times. Norm Murdoch, USW Local 480 Financial Secretary, presents this donation to Kara Hannigan, Foundation Board Director.	Douglas and Rochelle Magoon have made a $55,500 donation to the Ambulatory Care Campaign to support the Oncology Department and Ambulatory Care General Clinic. This generous donation brings their total contribution to the KBRH Health Foundation to $102,000. Douglas and Rochelle feel it important to give back to the Greater Trail area by advancing healthcare at KBRH as the community provided a wonderful life for their family for many years through employment opportunities and raising their family. Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director accepted this donation from Rochelle and Douglas Magoon (right to left).
Walmart has donated $1,000 to the Urodynamics Project at KBRH. This generous donation will help to provide state of the art equipment for KBRH’s Urology Department, to better meet the needs of patients with chronic and complex urological conditions throughout the West Kootenay region. Ruth Kohut, Foundation Board Member and KBRH Director of Clinical Operations (center), has accepted this donation from Char Dee, Operations Manager (left), and Ryan Catto, Store Manager (right).	The Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation has donated $5,000 to the Urodynamics Program at KBRH. This generous donation will help to purchase medical equipment for the Urology Department at KBRH and allow introduction of a new service for those living with chronic and/or complex urological conditions. Debbie Wood, Second Vice Chair KBRH Health Foundation (right), has accepted this donation from Tracy Batch, Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation Board Member (left).
The Sandra Schmirler Foundation has donated $30,676 to the KBRH Health Foundation to purchase a Transport Incubator for the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH). This equipment will have a positive impact on KBRH’s neonatal patients when transported by the High Acuity Response Team, maintaining regulated temperatures and providing a safe environment for transport. Lisa Pasin, Foundation Executive Director (left), has accepted this generous donation from Melissa Soligo, Curl BC High Performance Director (right).	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $10,000 to the Columbia View Lodge Garden of Gratitude project. This generous donation will allow restoration of the garden courtyards to ensure they are accessible and usable year round, benefitting the residents, staff and visitors of Columbia View Lodge. Lindy Welsby (left), Foundation Chair, has accepted this generous donation from Heather Kennedy (right), RHA President, and team.
Through their McHappy Day event, McDonald’s Trail has donated $2408.24 to the KBRH Health Foundation in support of the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This generous donation helps us get that much closer to our fundraising goal and allows us to purchase much needed medical equipment for the staff and patients at KBRH. Paul Butler, Foundation Board Member, has accepted this generous donation from Kathleen and Brad Zubick, McDonald’s Trail Owners (named left to right).	During the grand opening of 7-11 Trail, Frank, Sumit, Raman, and Nick (named left to right) and the 7-11 team have graciously donated $711 towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH. This support will help us reach our goal and improve healthcare for the residents of the Kootenay Boundary region. Lindy Welsby (center left), KBRH Health Foundation Vice Chair, has accepted this donation on behalf of the Foundation.
CIMS Limited Partnership has donated $15,000 towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will fund an Examination Room in the Oncology Department. Patrick McGinley (center), CIMS President, along with CIMS team members, present this generous donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (right).	The KBRH Health Foundation is pleased to announce Kootenay Savings as the Signature Sponsor for the 2022 Golf Classic! Kootenay Savings has provided $15,000 in sponsorship for this event. Proceeds from this year's tournament will support the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH. Kootenay Savings representatives Shelly Martin, Marketing Support Representative, and Aron Burke, Community Liaison, presented this generous donation to Foundation representatives Debbie Wood, Board Director and Lisa Pasin, Executive Director (named left to right).
A $24,133.01 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urodynamics Project was made from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment as we work towards enhancing healthcare in our region. Linda Worley (right), RDKB Chair, presented this donation to Chris D’Arcy (left), Foundation Board Director, on behalf of the City of Trail, City of Rossland, Village of Warfield, Village of Fruitvale, Village of Montrose, and the RDKB Areas A & B.	KBRH Health Foundation has received a donation of $6528.48 from the Castlegar Rotary Club for the purchase of a Cough Assist Machine at KBRH. Having this equipment on site will enable the medical team at KBRH to provide care to critically ill and compromised patients, immediately and continuously. Kim Ferraro, Foundation Board Director, accepted this donation from Stacie Martini, Castlegar Rotarian and Rotary Community Online Bingo Manager, and Lorraine Hartson, Castlegar Rotarian and Bingo volunteer (named right to left).
Retriev Technologies has donated $3,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation brings their total contribution to $5,500 and will purchase vital equipment as we expand and upgrade the Ambulatory Care Unit at KBRH. Bernie Legatto (right), Foundation Board Director, has accepted this generous donation from Kathy Bruce (left), Senior Vice President at Retriev Technologies.	Teck Trail Operations has donated $35,000 towards the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH. This generous donation will fund the Telehealth Room in the Ambulatory Care Department. Lisa Pasin (left), KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director, has accepted this donation from Carol Vanelli Worosz (right), Community Engagement Leader for Teck.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has made a $1,000 donation to the Urodynamics Project at KBRH. This act of support will provide funding to purchase state of the art medical equipment for the Urology Department. KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, John Sullivan and Director Clinical Operations KBRH & Foundation Board Member, Ruth Kohut accepted this generous donation from Allana Ferro, Trail Hospital Auxiliary President, and volunteers Geri and Sandy (right to left).	The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has donated $600 to provide flowering planters for the KBRH entrance. The Garden Project at KBRH ensures that the hospital grounds are warm and welcoming to patients and their loved ones. Allana Ferro, THA President, along with volunteers Sandy and Geri, presented the donation to this project to Ruth Kohut, Director Clinical Operations KBRH & Foundation Board member and John Sullivan, Foundation Board Chair (left to right).
$10,000 was received from CIBC to fund enhanced diagnostics and treatment of cancer patients at KBRH. This donation will help purchase a Mammotome Biopsy machine which is used to diagnose breast cancer. CIBC Trail Banking Centre Leader Alison Varga (center) along with team members Mandeep (left) and Anna (center), presented this donation to Lisa Pasin (right), KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director.	Dr. Gregory Barrett has donated $18,500 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This generous donation will support an Examination and Consultation Room in the new Ambulatory Care Unit at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation accepted this donation from Dr. Gregory Barrett and his staff team at his Family Dentistry office.
United Steel Workers Local 480 has donated $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Sick Children’s Fund. This fund, initiated by the Local 480, assists families in need when they travel for medical care. USW members Jeff Schuepfer and Nylan LaFreniere present this generous donation to Paul Butler, KBRH Health Foundation Board member (left to right).	The Music Heals Charitable Foundation has donated $3,000 to support Music Therapy programming at Poplar Ridge Pavilion and Columbia View Lodge. This funding ensures program continuation which supports socialization and well-being of long term care residents during COVID-19 restrictions. Lisa Pasin, Executive Director KBRH Health Foundation and Ruth Kohut, Foundation Board Member and Director Clinical Operations, KBRH accept this donation (left to right).
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $10,000 to purchase equipment for the Urodynamics Project. Urodynamics will enable enhanced diagnosis for those requiring complex urology care. Barb Marsh, Rossland Auxiliary Treasurer presented this donation to Brad Jansen, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (left to right).	TB Vets, through their Frontlines Heroes Respiratory Grant, has donated $77,000 for a Vyntus Pulmonary Function System and ITGV-Simulator Lung Model for the Respiratory Department at KBRH. Greg Rollins, Respiratory Department Professional Practice Leader accepts this generous donation on behalf of the KBRH Health Foundation.
Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services has donated $11,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign in support of the Oncology Unit’s Nourishment Area. Alternatives representatives Al Grywacheski, Director, Bill Clark, Owner & Gwen Ziprick, GM presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director KBRH Health Foundation (right to left).	Ledcor Construction Limited has donated $5,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign which will purchase medical equipment in support of the expansion of Day Surgery and Oncology at KBRH. Jan Coetzee, Ledcor’s Senior Project Manager (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director KBRH Health Foundation (left).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $2,000 donation for the Music Therapy Program at Columbia View Lodge. This donation was provided by the Hamber Foundation and will support long term care residents with socialization activities through music. Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation (left) and Margot Wright, KBRH Recreation Therapist (right), accepted this donation.	The Rotary Club of Trail has donated $1,000 to the Daly Pavilion Patient Care & Comfort Fund in support of mental health patients in acute care. Helen Graham, Rotary Club of Trail member (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director KBRH Health Foundation (left).
McDonald’s Trail & Castlegar locations have donated $1,322 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign raised during Change-Up for Light-Up! Kathleen Zubick, owner, presented this donation on behalf of the McDonald’s Trail and Castlegar teams to KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Bernie Legatto.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $2,000 donation from the members of the First Presbyterian Church of Trail. This donation will support the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH. Lottie Bonin, church member, presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation Second Vice Chair, Terry Martin.
TIm Hortons Trail has donated $2,852 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign to purchase state of the art medical equipment. Proceeds were raised through their annual Smile Cookie Campaign. Brandon Byers, owner Tim Hortons Trail (right), presented this donation to Chris D’Arcy, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $8,128 from the Rotary Club of Rossland, the Trail Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of Waneta Sunshine. This donation will support the purchase of respiratory equipment used to treat patients with obstructive sleep apnea at KBRH. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Paul Butler (centre, left), accepted this donation from Rotary Club of Rossland representative, Mike Ramsey (left), Rotary Club of Trail President, Bruce Fawcett (centre, right), and Rotary Club of Waneta Sunshine representative, Maddy Harlamovs (right).
United Steelworkers Local 480 has donated $2,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign and $2,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund, which assists families when travelling to receive medical care. Chris Walker, President USW Local 480 (left), presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation Second Vice-Chair, Terry Martin (right).	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has made a generous donation of $75,000 for the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This will be the first installment of $150,000 to support the Administration Area in the new Ambulatory Care Unit at KBRH. Heather Kennedy, Vice President of the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary (right), presented this donation to Kim Ferraro, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (left).
Nelson & District Credit Union has donated $1,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign through their Community Investment Program. Credit Union members in our region provided these funds for our regional healthcare. Brian Poch, NDCU’s Manager Retail Lending (right) presented the donation to Barry Aadum, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation received $35,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary in support of the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support vital equipment upgrades in the new Ambulatory Care unit. This support is made possible through sales at the Gift Shop at KBRH. Melissa Mailey, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (right), accepted this donation from Anita Fricke (left) and Allana Ferro (centre) of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary.
Pharmasave, Trail has donated $1,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign to support equipment upgrades for day surgery and oncology departments at KBRH. Pharmasave, Trail Owner, Tim Moorhead (right), presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (left).	FortisBC has donated $750 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support important equipment upgrades in the new Ambulatory Care Unit at KBRH. Aimee Montpellier, Community & Indigenous Relations Intern with FortisBC (right), presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (left).
The KBRH Health Foundation was presented with a donation of $40,240 from the proceeds of Operation Owatz. Operation Owatz is a fitness challenge honouring the late Dr. Todd Owatz who advocated for healthy habits with his patients. This donation will support the purchase of a Gastroscope for the Ambulatory Care Department where Dr. Owatz worked as a General Surgeon at KBRH. Sandra Owatz, Dr. Owatz's wife (left, centre), and Lindy Welsby, Operation Owatz Event Organizer (right, centre) presented this generous donation to Dr. Cameron, General Surgeon at KBRH (left), and Lisa Pasin, Executive Director of the KBRH Health Foundation (right).	Teck Trail Operations has donated $20,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign in support of Light-Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day, matching the first $20,000 of donations from our generous community. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader, Teck Trail Operations (centre) presented the donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Executive Director (right) and Ruth Kohut, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director and KBRH Director of Clinical Operations (left).
The Legion Foundation of the BC&Yukon has donated $1,100 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support important medical equipment upgrades in KBRH's Ambulatory Care Departments. Rebecca Smyth, KBRH Health Foundation Director, accepted this donation from Glenn Hodge, Immediate Past President of The Legion Foundation, BC/ Yukon Command.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $54,226 to multiple KBRH Departments, Poplar Ridge Pavilion and Columbia View Lodge. This generous donation will support priority medical equipment and patient care and comfort items. The Auxiliary's donations are made possible through Rossland Thrift Store sales. Heather Kennedy, Rossland Health Care Auxiliary Vice President (right), presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation Vice Chair, Lindy Welsby (left).
McDonald’s in Trail and Castlegar have donated $3,766 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign from the 2021 McHappy Day proceeds. This generous donation will support medical equipment upgrades for the Ambulatory Care Departments at KBRH. Terry Martin, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (right), accepted this donation from Kathleen and Brad Zubrick, McDonald's Trail and Castlegar Owners (left & centre).	Teck Trail Operations has donated $50,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Medical Department at KBRH. This donation will provide a Central Monitoring System to monitor patient’s vital signs remotely and increase the capacity to care for patients while following COVID-19 infection control protocols. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader for Teck Trail Operations (left), presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation (right).
ATCO Wood Products has donated $35,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support the Patient and Visitor Waiting Area in the Ambulatory Care Unit. Scott Weatherford, CEO and Rebecca Weatherford, President of ATCO Wood Products (right and centre) presented this generous donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director (left), of the KBRH Health Foundation.	Retriev Technologies has donated $2,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will purchase state of the art medical equipment for the Ambulatory Care Departments at KBRH. Richard Schutte, Retriev Vice President Technology, presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation.
Hil-Tech Contracting has made a generous donation to the KBRH Health Foundation to support local healthcare improvements. This donation of $3,100 will support the Ambulatory Care Campaign. Brandon Bryden, Hil-Tech President, presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation.	Rob and Debbie LeRose of Home Goods Furniture have donated $84,000 to the Ambulatory Care Campaign. This donation will support the Main Recliner Treatment Area in the new Oncology Unit. Rob and Debbie LeRose (right and centre) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director (left), of the KBRH Health Foundation.
TELUS has donated $5,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. This donation will support the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH. Jeff Cruickshank, TELUS General Manager, presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation.	The LeRoi Community Foundation has donated $1,500 to Columbia View Lodge to support the Music Therapy Program for long term care residents. Ardith White, LeRoi Foundation Grants Committee Chair Person (right) presented this donation to John Sullivan, KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair (left).
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $1,200 to Poplar Ridge Pavilion to purchase care and comfort items and recreation programming. Maureen Kowalchuk (right) and Marjorie Nutini (left), Auxiliary Volunteers, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.	A.M. Ford has donated $19,300 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ambulatory Care Campaign. The donation will be used for an examination and consultation room in the Ambulatory Care general clinic. AM Ford Dealer Principal, Dan Ashman, presents this donation to Lisa Pasin, Executive Director for the KBRH Health Foundation. Photo: Dan Caverly, Quinntex Entertainment
The KBRH Health Foundation is pleased to announce Kootenay Savings as the Signature Sponsor for the 2021 Golf Classic. Kootenay Savings has provided $15,000 in sponsorship for this event. Aron Burke, Community Liaison, presented this generous donation. The proceeds from this year's tournament will support the Ambulatory Care Campaign at KBRH.	USW Local 480 donated $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund, which assists families travelling to access medical care for their child. Funds were made possible through the generous contributions of the members of USW Local 480. Jeff Schuepfer, USW Benefits Coordinator (left), and Nylan Lafreniere, USW Safety Coordinator (right), presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
The Legion Foundation has donated $1,000 the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund to support a Workstation on Wheels for. This mobile equipment will enhance patient care and maintain isolation protocols in the Emergency Department. Emily Cardiff, Patient Care Coordinator, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation on behalf of The Legion Foundation.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $50,000 donation from TB Vets to provide a G5 Mechanical Ventilator with Intell Software for the ICU at KBRH. This ventilator, and advanced software, greatly improves patient outcomes on difficult to ventilate airways. Stacey Cooper, Respiratory Therapist, accepted this donation.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has donated $500 to provide the flowers for the KBRH entrance. The KBRH Garden Project ensures that the hospital grounds are warm and welcoming to patients and their loved ones. Anita Fricke, auxiliary volunteer, presented the donation for these bright and colourful flowers on behalf of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary volunteers.	Walmart Trail has donated $1,000 to the ICU/HART Project at KBRH. Walmart Trail Associates and Store Manager, Ryan Catto (right), presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation. The ICU/HART Project will upgrade mandatory medical equipment vital for critically ill and injured patients, including 2 Life Pak Defibrillators/Monitors.
A $34,520 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s ICU/HART Project was made from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Diane Langman, RDKB Chair, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation on behalf of the City of Trail, City of Rossland, Village of Warfield and Area B.	Intact Insurance has donated $5,000 to the Chronic Pain Service Project through their Better Communities Program. Sandy Thor-Larsen, CEO Kootenay Insurance Services, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation on behalf of Intact Insurance.
The 4^th annual Give a Daisy Memorial Campaign at Kurtis’ No Frills has raised $11,653 for the KBRH Oncology Department. Kurtis MacGillivray, owner Kurtis’ No Frills, presented the funds to the KBRH Health Foundation and thanks our community for their overwhelming support as we repay kind with kind and honor Lee & Kim Page.	JL Crowe Class of 2021 raised $745 for mental health support at the Daly Pavilion during their Bridge-a-Thon. Students collected pledges and ran laps around the Trail bridges to raise these funds. Megan Caron (left) and Marci Brooks (right) presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
The SMS Italo Canadese has donated $50,000 to the ICU/HART Project. The ICU/HART Project will upgrade mandatory medical equipment to advance care for critically ill and injured patients. SMS Italo Canadese members Lina Horan and Toni Driutti (left to right) presented this generous donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.	The KBRH Health Foundation is supported by the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) and LeRoi Community Foundation. KBRH Health Foundation received $12,000 towards its COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund. This donation will provide necessary medical equipment to enhance isolation capacity to support our most vulnerable patients while admitted to KBRH. LeRoi Community Foundation President, Scott Daniels presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation. #ECSFund
The KBRH Health Foundation is thankful to be a recipient of a grant from the CMA Foundation COVID-19 Community Hospital Fund. This generous donation of $81,140 has purchased a Vital Signs Monitor, 3 Battery Powered IV Pumps and a T1 Transport Ventilator. Jolene Bruce, Registered Nurse ICU and Greg Rollins, PPL Respiratory Services, are on hand to accept this donation and display the Ventilator and an IV Pump. This grant supports our hospital, our staff and our community.	The Pacific Blue Cross Health Foundation has donated $10,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology & ENT Project. This donation purchased a cystoscope, which will advance care in the KBRH operating rooms for the Urologists. John, Registered Nurse and Cindy, MDR Technician presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation on behalf of Pacific Blue Cross.
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $10,000 to the ICU/HART Project. State of the art medical equipment for the Intensive Care Unit and the High Acuity Response Team will be purchased with this donation. Andy Cant, Rossland Health Care Auxiliary volunteer, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $26,000 to KBRH's Ambulatory Care Unit to support priority medical equipment. The auxiliary's donations are made possible through Rossland Thrift Store sales. Linda Cant, Rossland Health Care Auxiliary President, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has donated $5,000 to the ICU/HART Project. This donation will purchase priority equipment for the Intensive Care Unit and the High Acuity Response Team, used in care of the most critically ill patients at KBRH. Allana Ferro, President Trail Hospital Auxiliary, presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.	CIBC has donated $10,000 to improve care of cancer patients at KBRH. These funds will purchase equipment for the Diagnostic Imaging Department, which will advance cancer screenings including bone cancer diagnostics. CIBC Trail representatives Alison Varga, Banking Centre Leader and Dallas Wydja, Customer Service Representative (left to right) presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
The Keystone of Life Foundation has donated $7,561 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology & ENT Project. This donation purchased a resectoscope, which will be used in the operating rooms by the Urologists. Dan & Ren, Registered Nurses in the KBRH Operating Rooms gratefully received this donation.	United Way Trail & District donated $3,326 through their Local Love in a Global Crisis Fund to the KBRH Health Foundation. This generous donation purchased a Laryngoscope, used in the Operating Rooms to intubate patients, which builds isolation capacity during the pandemic. Naomi McKimmie, Executive Director, United Way Trail & District presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
Walmart donated $1,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology & ENT Project, which will purchase medical equipment to support Urology and ENT specialists. Walmart Trail representatives, Nicole, Charity Team Lead (left) and Ryan, Store Manager (right) presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.	The Sisters of Colombo donated $2,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project, to purchase state of the art medical equipment to support the service. Elizabeth Burke, Presidentessa Sisters of Colombo presented this donation to the KBRH Health Foundation.
McDonald’s Trail & Castlegar locations have donated $2,170 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project, raised during Change-Up for Light-Up! Ray Carreiro, manager and Kathleen Zubick, owner present this donation on behalf of the McDonald’s Trail and Castlegar teams.	Tim Hortons Trail has donated $1,471 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project to purchase state of the art medical equipment. Proceeds were raised through their annual Smile Cookie Campaign. Brandon Byers, owner Tim Hortons Trail is representing the Tim Hortons Trail team for this donation.
Nelson & District Credit Union has donated $3,000 to the Chronic Pain Service Project through their Community Investment Program. Without the support of Credit Union members, donations like this would not be possible. Brian Poch, NDCU’s Manager Retail Lending presented the donation.	United Steelworkers Local 480 has donated $7,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. $2,000 to the Chronic Pain Service Project and $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund, which assists families when travelling to receive medical care. Chris Walker, President USW Local 480 presented this donation.
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has made a generous donation of $20,000 to the Chronic Pain Service Project. When you shop at the Rossland Thrift Store, you are improving regional healthcare. Linda Cant, President of the Rossland Auxiliary presented this donation on behalf of the Auxiliary members.	The KBRH Health Foundation received $5,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary in support of the regional Chronic Pain Service Project. Your support of the Gift Shop at KBRH makes healthcare improvements possible. Anita Fricke, Secretary, Trail Hospital Auxiliary presented the donation on behalf of the Auxiliary members.
Teck Trail Operations has donated $15,000 to the Chronic Pain Service Project in support of Light-Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day, matching the first $15,000 of donations from our generous community. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader, Teck Trail Operations presented the donation.	The Trail Senior Citizen’s Branch 47 has made a generous donation of $2,200 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project. Many seniors suffer with chronic pain conditions and as such, the Seniors Branch wanted to dedicate their final donation to the Chronic Pain Clinic at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital. Darlene McIsaac, President Seniors Branch made this donation with social distancing in place.
The Trail Fire Fighters Charitable Society has donated $2,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation's Chronic Pain Service Project. Your support of the Fire Fighters raffle ensures healthcare improvements continue in the Kootenay Boundary. Kyle Boutin, Director Trail Fire Fighters Charitable Society presented the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	Selkirk Paving has donated $2,400 to the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund which will provide medical equipment to enhance patient safety during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Tony Maida, Area Manager Selkirk Paving presents this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
Daroux Law has donated $500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project. The regional, coordinated Chronic Pain Clinic will benefit those in the Kootenay Boundary who suffer from chronic pain conditions. Danielle Daroux, partner Daroux Law (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left).	Kootenay Insurance has donated $500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chronic Pain Service Project. This donation will help to purchase $160,000 of medical equipment to launch the regional, coordinated Chronic Pain Clinic at KBRH. Sandy Thor-Larsen, CEO Kootenay Insurance (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left).
Hil-Tech Contracting has donated $5,100 to launch the Chronic Pain Service Project. The $160,000 Chronic Pain Service Project will purchase state of the art medical equipment to implement a regional, comprehensive Chronic Pain Service at KBRH. Hil-Tech Contracting President, Brandon Bryden, presented the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director Development, KBRH Health Foundation.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $1,200 to Poplar Ridge Pavilion to purchase high priority needs such as care & comfort items, medical equipment and music therapy programming. Millicent Saundry and Rita Holmes (left and center) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right).
The LeRoi Community Foundation, with the support of the Vancouver Foundation, has donated $19,370 to provide enhanced patient care at KBRH during COVID-19 and beyond. This donation will provide necessary medical equipment to enhance isolation capacity at KBRH and ipads to ensure communication is enhanced between patients, their support network and healthcare providers. LeRoi Community Foundation President, Scott Daniels (left) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right).	The LeRoi Community Foundation has donated $1,500 to Columbia View Lodge to support the Music Therapy Program. Music Therapy is vitally important to ensure well-being of patients in long term care facilities. Ardith White, LeRoi Foundation Grants Committee Chair Person (left) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right).
A $39,125 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology/ENT Support Project was made from the Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Due to COVID-19 and the need to social distance and minimize gatherings, Diane Langman, RDKB Chair presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, on behalf of the City of Trail, City of Rossland, Village of Montrose, Village of Fruitvale, Village of Warfield, Area A and Area B.	The KBRH Health Foundation is supported by the Government of Canada’s Emergency Community Support Fund (ECSF) and Community Foundations of Canada. $5,000 was presented to the KBRH Health Foundation’s COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund by the LeRoi Community Foundation, made possible through the ECSF and the Government of Canada. Funds will be used to purchase much needed patient care and comfort items to support vulnerable patients while admitted to KBRH. LeRoi Community Foundation members Sheila Williamson and Ardith White (center and right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left). @CommFdnsCanada @ESDC_GC #ECSFund
The Kiwanis Club of Trail, represented by President, Peter Thiessen and member, Mary-Jane Thiessen (centre and right) presented a $2,500 donation to the Emergency Department Campaign. This completes their $10,000 pledge to sponsor the Eye/Ear, Nose & Throat Treatment Room. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation accepted this donation.	The JL Crowe Grad Class of 2020 has donated $2,000 to the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund at the KBRH Health Foundation. Due to the reduction of celebratory events due to COVID-19, these funds remained unused. It was the wish of the Grad Council to donate the funds to a cause that positively impacts the community. JL Crowe Class of 2020 Graduates Carollynn Ballarin (center) and Amanda McConnachie (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left).
Telus donated $4,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Emergency Department Campaign to purchase a secured charging station for electronic devices. This charging station has UV sanitization capabilities and will be located in the lobby of the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Mike Garant, Field Support Manager Kootenays (left) and Jeff Cruickshank, General Manager Okanagan Kootenays (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (centre).	Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $10,000 to the Urologist and ENT Support Project to purchase state of the art medical equipment which will assist in service delivery and specialist recruitment. Rossland Auxiliary members Heather Kennedy, Vice President (left) and Linda Cant, President (right) presented the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (center).
The Kootenay Robusters have donated $3,500 to the KBRH Oncology Department. Funds were raised through their 2020 calendar sales. Robusters members Pat Bruce (left) and Bernice Barrass (right) present this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	With the importance at health care never more apparent than in the midst of a global pandemic, Kootenay Savings has stepped up and committed $20,000 to local healthcare, donating $10,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund, as well as $10,000 to the East Kootenay Foundation for Health. These much-needed funds will be used to secure priority medical equipment to enhance patient safety at KBRH during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond, as well as help fund healthcare programs and initiatives of greatest need in Kimberley and the Columbia Valley. Aron Burke, Community Liaison for Kootenay Savings (right), and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right), recently came together – safely and socially distanced – to celebrate Kootenay Savings continued commitment to healthcare in the Kootenays.
The Teck Community Response Fund has donated $15,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund. This funding will be used to secure priority medical equipment to enhance patient safety at KBRH during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Teck Community Engagement Leader (left), presents this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	AM Ford completed their $15,500 pledge to the Emergency Department Campaign with a $5,000 donation. This donation is in support of a Fast Track Examination Room for the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Dan Ashman, owner AM Ford, presented the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
Helen, Regional Knowledge Coordinator, is displaying Henrietta (named after Dr. Bonnie Henry). Henrietta, a SimJunior, is a pediatric mannequin used to run life-like training scenarios. Multiple health situations can be simulated, including intubations and stabilization of critically ill, sick children. This mannequin is easily taken to clinical spaces due to its compact size and is programmed using 2 computers. This educational program allows varied healthcare staff to access training in the departments in which they work. Being in their own departments with a mannequin that “feels real” vastly enhances the educational experience for clinicians. This equipment is mobile and will provide education for the Kootenay Boundary and East Kootenay hospital sites and was funded through multiple partners including the KBRH Health Foundation, KLH Foundation, East Kootenay Foundation for Health and KBRH R.CME. Thanks to your #donationsATwork we are able to support the Kootenay Boundary and East Kootenay Regions with state of the art medical education equipment.	Selkirk Paving donated $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign in support of a Fast Track Examination Room. This donation marks the final installment for Selkirk Paving’s $15,500 contribution to the Emergency Department Campaign. Tony Maida, Area Manager Selkirk Paving, presents the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
ATCO Wood Products has donated $1,000 to the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund which will provide medical equipment to enhance patient safety during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond. Scott Weatherford, CEO of ATCO Wood Products presents this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	Knights of Columbus (BC) Charity Foundation donated $1,134 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Emergency Department Campaign. Proceeds were raised through their Annual Charity Appeal Raffle. Tom Hart, Grand Knight of Trail Council presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation.
USW Local 480 donated $1,930 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund, which assists families travelling to access medical care for their child. Funds were raised from multiple events including Steve Como’s retirement, the open house jar and Minor Hockey Day. Chris Walker, USW President presents the donation to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development.	With the KBRH Health Foundation's Golf Classic being cancelled due to COVID-19, Dr. Peter Krampl Inc. and Pharmasave Trail partnered with a matching donation of $1,350 each in support of the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund. This $2,700 donation will ensure that priority medical equipment will be purchased to support patient care during COVID-19 and beyond. Dr. Peter Krampl, KBRH Emergency Department Physician (right) and Tim Moorhead, Pharmasave Trail owner (left) presented this donation to the Foundation, with social distancing.
Ledcor Construction Ltd. has donated $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Jan Coetzee, Senior Project Manager at Ledcor Construction Ltd. Social distancing protocols were observed.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $35,000 from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their commitment of $155,000 for the Central Care Station in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for KBRH Health Foundation accepted this donation from Rossland Health Care Auxiliary President, Linda Cant. Social distancing protocols were observed.
The Give a Daisy Memorial Campaign, held at Kurtis’ No Frills, raised $16,520 in support of Palliative Care at KBRH. The Foundation accepted this donation from Lee Page in memory of his late wife, Kimberly Page. Social distancing protocols were observed.	The KBRH Health Foundation received a donation of $3,000 from Scotiabank for the Give a Daisy Memorial Campaign in support of Palliative Care at KBRH. The Foundation accepted this donation from Alicia Gustafson, Universal Banker at Scotiabank, with social distancing protocols observed.
The KBRH Health Foundation received a donation of $16,290 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary in support of multiple KBRH departments. The Foundation accepted this donation from Kathleen Storvold, President of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary with social distancing protocols observed.	The KBRH Health Foundation received a donation of $5,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary for the Urologist and ENT Support Project, which will purchase equipment for new Urologist and ENT surgeons at KBRH. The Foundation accepted this donation from Gerri Paterson, Gift Shop Coordinator of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary with social distancing protocols observed.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $3,400 from Carol and Dennis Schlender of DBS Energy Services for the Emergency Department Campaign. This completes their commitment of $10,000 for the Mental Health Rooms in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Carol and Dennis Schlender.	The KBRH Health Foundation received a donation of $2,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary for the COVID-19 Greatest Need Fund in support of priority medical equipment. The Foundation accepted this donation from Kathleen Storvold, President of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary with social distancing protocols observed.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,000 donation from Walmart for the Surgical Services Project which is purchasing equipment for the KBRH Operating Rooms. Kim Ferraro, Board Director for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from the Walmart Trail Charity Committee.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,000 donation from the Maximum Ice Hockey Team. This donation will provide $500 for the Emergency Department Campaign and $500 for the Urologist and ENT Support Project at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepted this donation from Ian Foley (right), Greg Kinnear (centre), and Ken Saretsky (left) of the Maximum Ice Hockey Team.
The Rossland Legion Branch No. 14 has donated $4,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation from the Poppy Fund. This donation will provide $1,000 for the Emergency Department Campaign, $1,000 for the Medical Department and $1,000 for the Operating Rooms at KBRH and $1,000 to support the residents of Columbia View Lodge. Bill Clark, Vice Chair for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepted this donation from Doug Halladay, President (right), and Sheryl Clark, Poppy Chair (centre) for the Rossland Legion Branch No. 14.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $5,000 donation from Rockwool for the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left), and Bill Clark, Vice Chair (centre) of the KBRH Health Foundation accepted this donation along with Cheryl Posnikoff, Patient Care Coordinator for the KBRH Emergency Department.
The TB Vets Charitable Foundation donated $20,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation for a Glidescope for the Maternity and Pediatrics Department at KBRH. Glidescopes are used for the insertion of artificial airways for infant and pediatric patients. KBRH Respiratory Therapist, Amy Pickerell (right) and KBRH Maternity and Pediatrics Patient Care Coordinator, Karina Poznekoff (centre) with Carol Schlender, KBRH Health Foundation Board Treasurer (left), received the equipment made possible by these funds.	Martech Electrical Systems Ltd. has donated $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their $15,500 commitment to support a Fast Track Examination Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Mario DiBella, Martech President.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $3,000 from Grant Thornton for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their $11,000 commitment for the Patient and Family Kitchen in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Doug Sperry, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (right), accepted this generous donation from the Grant Thornton's Don Catalano, Partner (centre), and Robert Bogue, Senior Accountant (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $2,800 from the Music Heals Charitable Foundation to support the Music Heals Program at Columbia View Lodge. Music Therapy enhances the well-being of the residents by providing recreation and social activities. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), Margot Wright, KBRH Recreation Therapist (centre) and Karen Yamazaki, Music Therapist for Columbia View Lodge, (right) accepted this donation.
The Beaver Valley Lions have donated $11,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation. $6,500 has been donated to the Emergency Department Campaign and is the final installment of their $21,500 pledge for the Acute Treatment Room in the new Emergency Department. $5,000 has been donated to multiple KBRH Departments. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Debbie Martin (centre), accepted this donation from Beaver Valley Lions members Bev Thompson (left), Shelley Verhelst (centre, left), Paul Terness (centre, right), Doug Brooke (right) and their mascot, Helen the Lion.	Tim Hortons in Trail has donated $1,649 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Emergency Department Campaign. Proceeds were raised through their annual Smile Cookie Campaign. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Brad Jansen (centre, right), accepted this donation from Tim Hortons Trail Owner, Brandon Byers (right) and the Tim Hortons Trail staff team.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $2,500 from the Rotary Club of Rossland. This donation will support the Ambulance Entrance and Linen Alcove in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. The Rotary Club of Rossland has the support of a “matching donor” who has also contributed $2,500 to support this Emergency Department Campaign donation. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Brad Jansen (left), accepted this donation from Rotary Club of Rossland President, Cheryl Darrah (centre), and Member at Large, Steve Cutt (right).	Teck Trail Operations has donated an additional $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign in support of Light Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day. This donation brings their total giving to $300,000 for the Emergency Department Campaign. KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (left), and Board Director, Debbie Martin (right), accepted this donation from Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader at Teck (centre).
The United Steel Workers Local 480 has donated $5,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund to support families requiring assistance when travelling to receive medical care. KBRH Health Foundation's Second Vice Chair, Anita Galay (centre, right), and Secretary, Chris D'Arcy (right), accepted this donation from USW Local 480's Financial Secretary, Chris Walker (centre, left), and Vice President, Kyle Jorgensen (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $22,019 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary, the final installment from their $80,000 commitment to support the Medication Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Trail Hospital Auxiliary volunteers Lottie Bonin (left), Dawn Duckworth (centre, left), Kathleen Storvold (centre), Allana Ferro (centre, right).
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has donated $30,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation is the third installment of their $155,000 Pledge for the Central Care Station in the new Emergency Department at KBRH, bringing their total contribution to $90,000 to date. KBRH Health Foundation Board Secretary, Chris D'Arcy (left), accepted this donation from Rossland Health Care Auxiliary President Marie Skinner (centre) and Vice President Linda Cant (right).	The RBC Foundation has donated $20,000 to the KBRH Pediatrics Department to provide mental health supports for youth patients at KBRH. This donation is made through their RBC Youth Mental Well-being Project. KBRH Health Foundation's Second Vice Chair, Anita Galay (right), accepted this donation from RBC employees' Zarchi Shein, Commercial Account Manager (left), and Janice MacLean, Nelson Branch Manager (centre).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $55,992 donation from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary to support multiple KBRH Departments. Bernie Legatto, KBRH Board Director, accepted this donation from Rossland Health Care Auxiliary Marie Skinner (left), Linda Cant (right, centre back) and Joan Hanson (right).	The Rossland Legion Branch No. 14 has donated $2,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. This donation will provide $1,000 for the Emergency Department Campaign and $1,000 to support the residents of Poplar Ridge Pavilion at KBRH. Chris D'Arcy, Secretary for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Al Stinson, Charities Chairperson (left), and Joanne Drystek, Past President and Treasurer (centre) for the Rossland Legion Branch No. 14.
The Mr. & Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation has donated $97,590 in support of a Sonosite Point of Care Ultrasound Machine for the Operating Rooms at KBRH. Dr. Iain Reid, KBRH Anaesthesiologist (right) and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), accept this most generous donation.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,500 donation from the LeRoi Community Foundation. This donation will support the music therapy program at Columbia View Lodge. KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, John Sullivan, accepted this donation from LeRoi Community Foundation Grant Committee members Barbara Pistak (left), Sarah Benson-Lord (left, centre), Sue Jensen (right, centre) and Ardith White (right).
The KBRH Health Foundation wishes to acknowledge Bernie and Lilly Legatto for their personal contributions to the Emergency Department Campaign. To date, the Legatto’s have donated $3,500 through monthly donations in support of the Campaign. Enrollment in the Foundation's monthly donor program allows them to contribute on a consistent schedule that aligns with their budget. Bernie and Lilly Legatto are also dedicated volunteers of the Foundation and it is their hope that their contributions will have a lasting impact on the healthcare of the Kootenay Boundary Region.	The United Steel Workers, Local 480 has donated $2,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund to support families when they require travel to access medical care. KBRH Health Foundation Vice Chair Bill Clark (right) accepted this donation from USW Local 480 staff member, and stepdaughter of the late Gordy Steep, Jo-Lynne Bignell (centre, left). USW Local 480 staff Jeff Schuepfer (left) and Steve Como (centre, right) joined Jo-Lynne in presenting this donation.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,000 for the Emergency Department Campaign from the Trail Firefighters IAFF Local 941. The funds were raised from the Trail Firefighters' Quad Raffle. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (centre, left) accepted this donation from members of the Fire & Emergency Services Team.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $20,000 from the TB Vets Charitable Foundation for a Glidescope for the Maternity and Pediatrics Department at KBRH. Glidescopes are used for insertion of artificial airways for infant and pediatric patients. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director, Debbie Martin (centre) and Mike Martin (right), accepted this donation from Sheila Hamilton, TB Vets Board Member (left).
Mike and Debbie Martin have donated $47,000 in support of the Triage, Patient & Visitor Waiting and Patient Registration Areas in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Mike and Debbie have made this personal donation to give back to the communities where they have lived, worked and volunteered in numerous capacities. The Martins believe good healthcare is the corner stone of a strong and vibrant community and it is their hope that all residents will benefit from this donation. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation (right) accepted this generous donation from Mike and Debbie Martin.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a donation of $1124 from the Knights of Columbus Charity Foundation. This donation will support the Emergency Department Campaign and was made possible through the fundraising efforts of the Trail Knights of Columbus members. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Tom Hart, Grand Knight for Council 2665 in Trail.
The Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel has donated $2,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation was provided through proceeds from the Foxy's Dine Out event. KBRH Health Foundation's Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (centre, left), accepted this donation from the Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel's General Manager Sales, Geno LeRose (centre, right), and the Foxy's Fine Food & Drinks team.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $10,000 donation from Dr. Greg Barrett, Family Dentistry for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support a Recliner Pod in the Streaming Area of the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Dr. Barrett (centre, right) and his staff team.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $5,000 donation from AM Ford for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation brings their donation total to $10,500 for a Fast Track Exam Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Dan Ashman, AM Ford Owner.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $30,000 from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary. This donation is the 3rd installment from their $155,000 commitment to support the Central Care Station in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Volunteers of the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation Board Director Doug Sperry at the Rossland Thiftstore.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,000 donation from RBC's employee volunteerism contribution from RBC Foundation at the 2019 Golf Classic. This donation will support the Emergency Department Campaign. KBRH Health Foundation's Carol Schlender, Treasurer (front, left) and Anita Galay, Second Vice Chair (centre, right), accepted this donation from RBC volunteers Jody Montpellier, RBC Business Account Manager, West Kootenays (back, left) and Zarchi Shein, RBC Commercial Account Manager, West Kootenays (right).	The Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation has donated $8,000 to the Surgical Services Project at KBRH. This donation was made possible by the employees of FortisBC. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director Bernie Legatto accepted this donation from Samantha Hunt, Chair of the Warm Hearts Charitable Foundation.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $4,000 from a $11,000 pledge from Grant Thornton for the Emergency Department Campaign. This brings their donation total to $8,000 for the Patient and Family Kitchen in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Terry Martin, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (right), accepted this generous donation from the Grant Thornton team represented by Don Catalano, Ashley Ruggiero and Christine LeRose (left to right center).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,000 from CIMS LP for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their pledge of $10,000 for the Streaming Area’s Patient Waiting Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Shane Brown, General Manager for CIMS LP, Kootenay Region.
A $34,551 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Surgical Services Project was made from the Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Back row, left to right: Robert Cacchioni, Councillor City of Trail, Andy Morel, Councillor City of Rossland, Mike Walsh, Mayor Village of Montrose, Steve Morissette, Mayor Village of Fruitvale, Doug Sperry, Board Director KBRH Health Foundation. Front row, left to right: Arlene Parkinson, Councillor Village of Warfield, Ali Grieve, Director Area A, and Linda Worley, Director Area B.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $3,300 from Carol and Dennis Schlender of DBS Energy Services for the Emergency Department Campaign. This brings their donation total to $6,600 in support of the Mental Health Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Carol and Dennis Schlender.
The Legion Foundation of the BC&Yukon has donated $4,640 to the Surgical Services Project. This donation will support important medical equipment upgrades in KBRH's Operating Rooms. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Glenn Hodge, First Vice President of The Legion Foundation.	The Beaver Valley Lions have made a donation of $5,500 in support of their $21,500 pledge for an Acute Treatment Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Doug Brooke, Treasurer for the Beaver Valley Lion's Club.
The Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Trail Aerie #2838 have donated $1,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (centre, right), accepted this donation from members of the Trail Eagles.	The Kiwanis Club of Trail has donated $2,500 from a $10,000 pledge to the KBRH Health Foundation's Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the Eye/Ear, Nose and Throat Minor Procedure Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Chris D'Arcy, Secretary for the KBRH Health Foundation (centre, right) accepted this donation from the Kiwanis Club's Chris Vlanich, Secretary (right), Peter Thiessen, Vice President (left) and Wayne Hodgson, Treasurer (centre, left).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,200 donation from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary to support Poplar Ridge Pavilion residents. KBRH Health Foundation's Second Vice Chair, Anita Galay, (right) and Board Director, John Sullivan (left), accepted this donation from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary President, Marie Skinner, President (centre, right), and Linda Cant, Vice President (centre, left).	The Grand Forks Hospital Auxiliary has made a $21,500 donation to the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the Airborne Isolation Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Val Wright, Vice President of the Grand Forks Hospital Auxiliary (left).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,000 from the Pacific Blue Cross Health Foundation. This donation will support the purchase of a Sonosite Handheld Ultrasound Machine to treat Kootenay Renal Program patients. Paul Butler, Vice Chair of the KBRH Health Foundation, and Margaret Daum, Manager for the Kootenay Renal Program, accepted this donation.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $15,000 from The Kidney Foundation of Canada - BC & Yukon Branch. This donation will support the purchase of a Sonosite Handheld Ultrasound Machine to treat Kootenay Renal Program patients. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, and Margaret Daum, Manager for the Kootenay Renal Program, accepted this donation.
McDonald’s in Downtown Trail donated $5,000 to the Surgical Services Project from their 2019 McHappy Day proceeds. The funds will support medical equipment upgrades in the Operating Rooms at KBRH. Kim Ferraro, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member (left), accepted this generous donation from the Trail McDonald's Team.	The KBRH Health Foundation is pleased to announce Kootenay Savings as the Signature Sponsor for the 2019 Golf Classic. Kootenay Savings has provided $15,000 in sponsorship. KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, Bill Clark (right) and Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (centre, right) accepted this generous donation from Kootenay Savings representatives, Shelly Martin, Marketing Support Representative (centre, left) and Aron Burke, Community Liaison (left). Proceeds from this year's tournament will support the Emergency Department Campaign.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $41,000 donation from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary to support KBRH's Acute Care Departments. Carol Schlender, KBRH Board Treasurer, accepted this donation from Marie Skinner, Rossland Health Care Auxiliary President.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $10,000 donation from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary for the Surgical Services Project at KBRH. This donation will support important medical equipment upgrades in KBRH's Operating Rooms. Bernie Legatto, KBRH Health Foundation Board Member, accepted this donation from Trail Hospital Auxiliary President Kathleen Storvold.
Martech Electrical Systems Ltd. has donated $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation is the second installment of their $15,500 commitment to support a Fast Track Examination Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Mario DiBella, Martech President.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $5,000 donation from Selkirk Paving Ltd. as a second installment for a $15,500 pledge for the Emergency Department Campaign. This contribution will support a Fast Track Examination Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, accepted this donation from Tony Maida, Selkirk Paving Area Manager.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $10,900 donation for the Oncology Department at KBRH from the CIBC Foundation. The donation was presented at the 100 Year Anniversary of the Trail CIBC branch by CIBC's District Vice President, Wendy Smith (right, centre) and Banking Centre Leader, Suzy Simmons (right). Bill Clark, Board Chair for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), received the donation that will be used to purchase medical equipment for the Oncology Department.	The Salmo & District Health Care Auxiliary has made a $11,500 donation to the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their commitment of $21,500 to support the Airborne Isolation Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from the Salmo & District Health Care Auxiliary team.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $1,000 donation from the Ladies Auxiliary to the Royal Canadian Legion #14 in Rossland. The donation will support the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, accepted this donation from Sharon Lussier, Treasurer for the Ladies Auxiliary.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $13,590 in donations for the Oncology Department at KBRH from the Give a Daisy Memorial Campaign. This campaign was created in memory of Kimberly Page and to recognize the care and kindness she received at KBRH. Anita Galay, Second Vice Chair (right), and Carol Schlender, Treasurer (left), of the KBRH Health Foundation Board accepted this donation from Lee Page (centre), Kurtis MacGillivray (left, centre), and Tyrone Siebert (right, centre) from the Kurtis's No Frills team who coordinated the campaign.
Pharmasave Trail has donated $2,500 for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation completes their $5,500 commitment for the Emergency Room expansion at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Tim Moorhead, Owner (centre) and the Pharamsave Trail team.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $5,000 donation from the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary for the Surgical Services Project at KBRH. This donation will support important upgrades in KBRH's Operating Rooms. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left) accepted this donation from Rossland Health Care Auxiliary volunteers Linda Cant, Vice President (centre), and Heather Kennedy (right).
The TB Vets Charitable Foundation donated $20,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation in support of a Hamilton T1 Transport Ventilator to be used in the Emergency Department and by the High Acuity Response Team at KBRH. KBRH Respiratory Therapists and HART Team members Jon Marion (centre, left) and Dave Scott (right) were on hand with Lisa Pasin, Director of Development of the KBRH Health Foundation (left), to receive this state of the art equipment.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received over 50 knitted blankets made by ladies at the Mountain Side Village in Fruitvale. Patients receive the blankets while in the Intensive Care Unit and families can take them home as a memento of their loved ones after they pass.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a donation of $2,135 for the Poplar Ridge Pavilion and Columbia View Lodge residential facilities. The donation was made possible through the Adopt a Seniors Project and the Mistletoe Market in Trail. The donation will support the residents in the facilities who may not have access to funds for personal items. Carol Schlender, KBRH Health Foundation Board Treasurer (right), accepted this donation from Melissa Borsato, Adopt a Senior Coordinator (centre) and Rachel Jansen, Mistletoe Market Coordinator (left).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,000 for the Emergency Department Campaign from Intact Insurance Company. The donation was facilitated through Whitlock Insurance Services Ltd. in Trail. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right), accepted this donation from the Whitlock Insurance Team representing Intact Insurance.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $10,000 donation from The Royal Canadian Legion, Trail Branch #11 for the Emergency Department Campaign. The donation will provide a Fast Track Recliner Pod in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right), accepted this donation from Royal Canadian Legion Trail President Gilbert Morrison (centre), and First Vice-President Greg Hill (left).	Melanie and Bruce LeRose have donated $10,000 to KBRH’s Oncology Department to recognize and thank staff for the excellent patient care provided to Melanie during her breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this generous donation from Melanie and Bruce LeRose (left).
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has donated $9,377 to multiple KBRH departments and Poplar Ridge Pavilion. The donation was raised from proceeds from the Gift Shop at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepted this donation from Trail Hospital Auxiliary volunteer Shannon Cross (left), and president Kathleen Storvold (centre).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received a $2,446 donation from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary. The donation was raised from their Doll Raffle and will support the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left), accepted this donation from Allana Ferro, Trail Hospital Auxiliary Past President (centre, left), Grace DeBiasio, Secretary (centre, right) and Gerri Paterson, Gift Shop Coordinator (right).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $2,800 from the Music Heals Charitable Foundation to support the Music Heals Program at Columbia View Lodge. Music Therapy enhances the well-being of the residents by providing recreation and social activities. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, and Karen Yamazaki, Music Therapist for Columbia View Lodge, accepted this donation.	Bill Clark of Kootenay Enterprises Inc. and owner of Alternatives Funeral and Cremation Services in Trail, Castlegar Funeral Chapel, Thompson Funeral Service in Nelson and Valley Funeral Home in Nakusp has donated $10,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. The funds will support a Blanket Warming Station in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepted this donation from Bill Clark and members of his team.
The Savoy Hotel in Nelson has donated $4,137.50 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Emergency Department Campaign. KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, Bill Clark (centre) accepted this donation from Savoy Hotel CEO/ President Jimmy Bundschuh (right), Neil MacLeod, COO/ Vice President (centre, left) and Debbie Cook, Sales & Events Manager (left). The funds were raised at the Savoy Hotel's All-In Hospital Fundraiser event. An equal amount was also raised for the KLH Foundation represented by Debbie Creaser, Board Director.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $15,500 from the United Steel Workers Local 480, District 3 and Local 9705 for the Emergency Department Campaign. The donation will support a Fast Track Examination Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (centre) accepted this donation from USW Local 480 President Brian Onyschak (centre, left), and Financial Secretary Chris Walker (centre, right), District 3 Staff Rep. Dean Lott (right) and Local 9705 President Mike Mozak (left).
AM Ford has donated $2,600 to the Oncology Department in memory of Lorna Nutini. The funds were raised from the October Drive Pink Campaign to support breast cancer research and treatment. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director Debbie Martin (centre) and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Dan Ashman, AM Ford Owner.	Tim Hortons Trail has donated $1,207 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Emergency Department Campaign. Proceeds were raised through their annual Smile Cookie Campaign. Brandon Byers, Owner Tim Hortons Trail (centre, right) and his team members presented this cheque to Catherine Adair, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (centre, left).
Teck Trail Operations has donated $5,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign in support of Light Up the Hospitals Pledge Day. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader at Teck (centre) presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development Lisa Pasin (right) and Anita Galay, Foundation Board Second Vice Chair (left).	The Beaver Valley Lions have donated $10,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign to support an Acute Treatment Room. Bill Clark, KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair (right) accepted this donation from Beaver Valley Lions Club members and their mascot Lion Helen.
The United Steel Workers, Local 480 has donated $2,000 to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund to support families when they require travel to access medical care. KBRH Health Foundation Board Treasurer Carol Schlender (right) accepted this donation from USW Local 480 President Brian Onyschak (left) and Steve Como, Safety (centre).	The Salmo & District Healthcare Auxiliary Society is donating $5000 towards their commitment of $21,500 to support the Airborne Isolation Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. The Auxiliary has donated $10,000 to date. Kathy Manning, President (centre) and Irene Sikora, Volunteer (left) presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation’s Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (right).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $20,000 from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary, the second installment from their $80,000 commitment to support the Medication Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Volunteers of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation Board Vice Chair Paul Butler (left) and Treasurer Carol Schlender (right).	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary is completing their $60,000 pledge for the first year of the Emergency Department Campaign. This second installment of $30,000 will support their overall funding commitment of $155,000 for the Central Care Station in the new Emergency Department. Auxiliary President Marie Skinner (right) and Linda Cant, Vice President (left) presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation Board Director John Sullivan (centre).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $2,000 from Kootenay DanceWorks to support the KBRH Maternity & Pediatrics Departments. The proceeds were raised from the ‘Dancing Divas and Dads’ year end performance. Renee Salsiccioli, Director (right) and her daughter Sophie Hargreaves (centre), presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation’s Vice Chair, Paul Butler (right).	The RBC Foundation has donated $20,000 to the KBRH Pediatrics Department to provide mental health supports for youth patients at KBRH. This donation is made through their newly formed RBC Youth Mental Health Project. KBRH Health Foundation Board Director John Sullivan (right) accepted this donation from Tracy Towns, RBC representative (left).
The Kootenay Robusters have donated $4,000 in memory of Dr. Trudi Toews to the Oncology Department at KBRH. Dr. Toews was a charter member of the Kootenay Robusters and longtime Physician at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (back, left) accepted this donation from members of the Kootenay Robusters Dragon Boat Team.	Teck Trail Operations is contributing $290,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. The donation will support the Trauma Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH and include the installation of antimicrobial copper surfaces. Bill Clark, Board Chair and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development of the KBRH Health Foundation (centre) accepted this significant donation to the campaign from a number of representatives of the team at Teck Trail Operations.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary generously donated $15,500 from their raffle to the Emergency Department Campaign. The raffle was held to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary and their dedication to supporting healthcare at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the Foundation (right), accepted this generous donation from representatives of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary. Irene M. Smyth (left) drew the winning names in honour of her 47th year volunteering for the Auxiliary.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $10,000 from Best Western Plus Columbia River Hotel for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will provide a Fast Track Recliner Pod in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Geno LeRose, General Manager Sales (centre, left) and the Best Western Plus team.
A.M Ford has donated $5,500 of a $15,500 commitment to support a Fast Track Exam Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation for the Emergency Department Campaign from Dan Ashman, Owner of A.M. Ford.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $3,000 from Pharmasave Trail for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the People Movers Wheelchair Area in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right) accepted this donation from Tim Moorhead, Owner (centre, right) and the Pharmasave Trail Team.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $21,500 from Dick and Susan Dar and family for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support an Acute Care Treatment Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development accepted this donation from Dick Dar of Liberty Foods.	Hil-Tech Contracting Ltd. has donated $2,000 to the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation from Brandon Bryden, Owner of Hil-Tech to support the new Emergency Department at KBRH.
Martech Electrical Systems Ltd. has donated $5,500 of a $15,500 commitment for the Emergency Department Campaign. The donation will support a Fast Track Exam Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development for the KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepted this donation from Mario DiBella, President (right) and Mark Pelletier (centre).	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,100 for the Emergency Department Campaign from the Trail Firefighters IAFF Local 941. The funds were raised from the Trail Firefighters' Quad Raffle with the KBRH Health Foundation and the BC Professional Firefighters Burn Fund each receiving $5,100. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Rick Morris, Acting Captain (centre) and members of the Fire & Emergency Services Team.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $1,000 from RE/MAX All Pro Realty for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the Foundation’s goal to raise $1 million for specialized medical equipment in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, accepted this donation from Keith DeWitt, owner.	The Kiwanis Club of Trail has donated $2,500 from a $10,000 pledge to the KBRH Health Foundation's Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the Eye/Ear, Nose and Throat Minor Procedure Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right) accepted this donation from the Kiwanis Club members.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $31,000 from ATCO Wood Products Ltd. for the Emergency Department Campaign. This donation will support the Women’s Health Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left, centre) accepted this donation from Scott and Rebecca Weatherford (left, and centre) and the ATCO Wood Products team. This donation is the second that ATCO Wood Products Ltd. has committed to the new Emergency Department at KBRH with their donations totaling $52,500.	The Beaver Valley Lions have made a donation for the Emergency Department Campaign of $5,000 from a pledge of $21,500 to support an Acute Treatment Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right) accepted this donation from Bev Thompson (centre, left) and club members Doug Brooke (left) and Paul Terness (centre, right). The Beaver Valley Lions have been active supporters of the KBRH Health Foundation for 23 years with over $240,000 donated to date.
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $8,000 in donations from the Salmo & District Health Care Auxiliary. The donations will support the Emergency Department Campaign with $5,000 and the Ultra Sound Project with $3,000. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right) accepted this donation from Kathy Manning, President (front, left), and the Salmo & District Health Care Auxiliary volunteers (from left to right) April Hearne, Gloria Mahar, Loree Coulombe, Teresa Perrin, Sharry Heighton, Carol Lang and Judi Cozzetto.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,500 from a $15,500 pledge from Selkirk Paving Ltd. for the Emergency Department Campaign. This contribution will support the Fast Track Exam Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right) accepted this donation from Tony Maida, Area Manager (right, centre), Tarn Starbuck, Paving Superintendent (centre, left) and Brenda Sinclair, Office Manager (left).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $3,300 from a $10,000 pledge from Carol and Dennis Schlender of DBS Energy Services Inc. for the Emergency Department Campaign. This generous donation will support the Mental Health Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Carol Schlender (right, centre) and Dennis (right) Schlender.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $4,000 from a $11,000 pledge for the Emergency Department Campaign. This generous donation will support a Patient and Family Kitchen in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. The donation from Grant Thornton will go towards the Foundation’s goal to raise $1 million by 2020. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (top, left) accepted this generous donation from Don Catalano, Partner (top, centre), Gerianne Hanik, Receptionist (top, right), Ashley Ruggiero, Senior Manager (bottom, left), Christa McLaughlin, Accountant (bottom, centre), and Melanie Bilben, Accountant (bottom, right).
The KBRH Health Foundation has received $21,500 from ATCO Wood Products for the Emergency Department Campaign. This generous donation will support an Acute Care Examination Room in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. The donation from ATCO Wood Products will go towards the Foundation’s goal to raise $1 million by 2020. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (front, left) accepted this donation from Scott Weatherford, CEO (left, behind) and Rebecca Weatherford, Owner and President (left, centre) and the ATCO Wood Products team.	The KBRH Health Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2018 Snowflake Gala will be held on Saturday, November 17th. A big thank you to the signature sponsor Grant Thornton for their commitment of $10,000 in sponsorship. KBRH Health Foundation’s Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (left) accepted this generous donation from Don Catalano, Partner (left) , Zach Perehudoff, Accountant (left, centre), Mike Trick, Accountant (right, centre) and Mike Gerrand, Senior Manager (right). Proceeds from this year's Snowflake Gala will support the Emergency Department Campaign and help The Foundation reach their goal of raising up to $1 million by 2020.
A $28,300 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Ultrasound Project was made from the Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Back row left to right: Mike Martin, Mayor of Trail, Lisa Pasin, Director of Development at the KBRH Health Foundation, Joe Danchuk, Mayor of Village of Montrose. Front row left to right: Ali Grieve, Director Area A, Linda Worley, Director Area B, and Diane Langman, Mayor Village of Warfield.	The KBRH Health Foundation has received $5,000 from a $10,000 pledge by CIMS LP for the Emergency Department Campaign. This generous donation will support the Patient Waiting Streaming Area in the new Emergency Department at KBRH. The donation from CIMS LP will support the Foundation’s goal to raise $1 million by 2020. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) accepted this donation from Gordon Simmons, General Manager, and his team at CIMS LP - Rossland Division. The CIMS LP - Rossland Division featured here with Gordon Simmons include (left to right): Katrina Bennett, Kendall Scott, Kathleen Dedemus, Darryl O'Handley, Chris Balfour and Ryan Chalifoux. Other team members include Erin Proulx and Kris Boyce.
The Tuesday Morning Quilters of Trail generously dedicated their time to making heart shaped pillows to assist patients with pain relief following breast cancer surgery. Velda Besso (left) delivered the pillows to KBRH Health Foundation's Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (right). The pillow is in the shape of a heart so that it can be easily carried under the arm to protect the surgical incision, ease edema and shoulder tension. The Tuesday Morning Quilters have donated over 220 pillows since 2014 to support patient care and comfort at KBRH.	The former members of Club Italico have made a final donation to the KBRH Health Foundation following the closure of their organization. Club Italico started in the 1950s to support young adults who had immigrated from Italy to Trail. Original members, Walter Parisotto (centre, right), Club Italico President, Joe Guercio (centre, left), Club Secretary and Guido Babuin (left), Club Treasurer presented $1850 for the Emergency Department Campaign to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation's Director of Development (right).
The KBRH Health Foundation is pleased to announce the 2018 Golf Classic. A big thank you to our signature sponsor Kootenay Savings for their commitment of $15,000 in sponsorship. KBRH Health Foundation Board Member, Bernie Legatto (left) and Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (centre) accepted this generous donation from Kootenay Savings representatives, Shelly Martin, Marketing Support Representative (left) and Nancy Crockett, VP of Sales & Member Experience (right). Proceeds from this year's tournament will support the Emergency Department Campaign and help The Foundation reach their goal of raising up to $1 million by 2020.	The Area A Regional District of the Kootenay Boundary generously donated $1000 from the RDKB’s Grant in Aid program to further support the BV Avalanche Hockey Club's fundraising efforts during their year end tournament. This donation will support the Emergency Department Campaign at KBRH and was accepted by KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (left) from RDKB Area A Director Ali Grieve (right).
McDonald’s in Downtown Trail and Walmart locations donated $2,500 to the Emergency Department Campaign from their McHappy Day proceeds. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepted this generous donation on location at the MacDonald's in Trail.	The BV Avalanche Hockey Club generously donated $2,400 to the Emergency Department Campaign from their year end tournament. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (right), accepted the donation from Kevin Koyanagi (right), and Mike LeRose and Adam Turnbull (left).
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary generously donated $10,000 for the ultrasound project at KBRH. The ultrasound project will purchase portable ultrasound equipment to improve patient safety and access for diagnostic imaging procedures. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this generous donation from the Trail Auxiliary.	The Trail Hospital Auxiliary generously donated $20,000 as their first installment of a committed $80,000 over 2 years for the Emergency Department Campaign. May 10, 2018 also marks the 75th Anniversary of the Trail Hospital Auxiliary and their dedication to supporting healthcare at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this generous donation at their Gift Shop in KBRH. All proceeds from the Gift Shop are designated to the Foundation to support patient care at KBRH.
The TB Vets Charitable Foundation donated $20,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation in support of a V60 Non-invasive Ventilator to be used in the Intensive Care Unit at KBRH. KBRH Respiratory Therapists Tyler Leavitt and Jon Marion (left and right) and Dr. Matthew Hermann (center) were on hand to receive this state of the art equipment to KBRH.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary has stepped forward with a $60,000 commitment for the first year of the Emergency Department Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, gratefully receives their first installment of $30,000 from the Auxiliary’s Executive team.
The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary team donated $5,000 to the KBRH Ultrasound Project and $1,200 to the Poplar Ridge Music Therapy Program. Music Therapy programming provides socialization, stimulation and wellbeing for patients in our long term care facilities. The Ultrasound project intends to increase the capacity of ultrasounds at KBRH and improve direct patient care. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepts this contribution from the Auxiliary team.	The Give You a Daisy Memorial Campaign, in memory of Kim Page, raised $13,105 for the KBRH Oncology Department. Lee Page, Kim’s husband, presented the proceeds to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation. We would like to thank everyone who donated in Kim’s memory during this week long campaign and also supported Lee in his quest to pay tribute to Kim.
The Rossland Eagle Riders donated $3,400 to the Endoscopy Campaign. Funds were raised from the change jars for charity program they developed. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (second from right) accepts this generous donation.	Castlegar Maximum Ice Hockey, represented by Martin Gedig (left) and Ken Saretsky (right) presented a $500 donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation in support of the Endoscopy Campaign. Charitable donations are made each year with proceeds from their annual hockey tournament.
The team at Scotiabank donated $5,000 through their company match program to support the KBRH Health Foundation’s Light Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day. This contribution is designated to the Endoscopy Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepts this contribution.	The Rossland Eagle Riders presented a $1,000 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Greatest Need Fund in memory of their founding member Ed Simmons. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation accepts this thoughtful donation.
The Beaver Valley Lions Club donated $10,000 to multiple departments at KBRH. Anita Galay, KBRH Health Foundation Board Second Vice Chair (center), accepted this donation from the BV Lions members.	Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader Teck Metals Ltd. (center), presented $5,000 to the Endoscopy Campaign in support of Light Up the Hospitals Pledge Day! KBRH Health Foundation Board Directors Anita Galay and Bernie Legatto (left and right) accept this donation.
The USW Local 480 donated $5,000 to support the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund. Carol Schlender, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (center) accepts this donation from USW Local 480 President Armindo deMedeiros (left) and Financial Secretary Norm Murdoch (right). The Gordy Steep Fund assists families in need when they travel to receive medical care.	Kootenay DanceWorks, represented by Renee Salsiccioli and Sophia Hargreaves (left and center) donated $2,000 to the Maternity/Pediatrics Department at KBRH. Funds were raised during their year-end concert, featuring the Dancing Dads. Bernie Legatto, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director accepts this donation.
Trail Hospital Auxiliary members donated $25,000 to the Endoscopy Campaign, which fulfills their pledge of $40,000 to the Campaign. Lisa Pasin (center), Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation accepts this donation.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary donated $30,000 to improve patient care across multiple departments at KBRH. Funds are raised through their Thrift Store. Mike Conci, Treasurer KBRH Health Foundation Board (left) accepts this donation from Rossland Auxiliary Executive members Lindsey Premier and Marie Skinner (center and right).
Shoppers Drug Mart, Trail donated $2,044 to the Maternity/Pediatrics Department at KBRH. Funds were raised during their Tree of Life Program which supports Women’s Health Initiatives. Linda Seib (left), owner of Shoppers in Trail presented this cheque to Carol Schlender, KBRH Health Foundation Director.	RBC Foundation donated $20,000 to support the Endoscopy Campaign. RBC Foundation representatives, Clayton Richert and Zarchi Shein (left and center), present this donation to Mike Conci, Treasurer KBRH Health Foundation Board.
Tim Hortons Trail, represented by Brandon and Linda (center and right) donated $912 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Endoscopy Campaign. Proceeds were raised through their Smile Cookie Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left) accepted this donation.	The Mr. & Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation has donated $115,000 in support of an Anaesthetic Machine used in the Operating Rooms at KBRH. Dr. Iain Reid, KBRH anaesthesiologist (right) and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left), accept this most generous donation.
Kootenay Savings Corporate Office staff and directors donated $4,220 to KBRH’s Maternity/Pediatrics Department. The donation was made possible by Kootenay Savings’ Care Wear program, whereby employees donate $1 per week to support local charities, which is then matched by the KS Community Foundation. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation (seated left) accepts this generous donation from the KS team.	The executive of the Rossland Healthcare Auxiliary Thrift Store would like to say how proud they are of their hard working Auxilians. Following their $30,000 donation to the Endoscopy Campaign, the Auxiliary has just bought priority items off a wish list totalling $47,650 for Columbia View Lodge, Poplar Ridge and 10 departments at KBRH. Thanks also to the public for their continued support. KBRH Heath Foundation representatives Doug Sperry, Board Director (front left) and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (front right) accept this generous donation.

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Don Catalano (left) of Grant Thornton, presented a $10,000 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (right). Grant Thornton has partnered with the Foundation as Signature Sponsor of the Snowflake Gala, which is raising funds to support the Endoscopy Campaign.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary Society that runs the Rossland Thrift Shop has a lot to celebrate! This group of volunteers presented a check for $30,000 to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far right) for the Endoscopy Campaign under their newly restored mural. The mural was painted by Christie Fisher in 2004 and recently restored by Ken Turner. This marks the end of their renovations which started 4 years ago. The Rossland Auxiliary has now passed the Million Dollar donation milestone to the Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital.
The KBRH Health Foundation is thrilled to have Kootenay Savings as the Signature Sponsor for the Golf Classic occurring July 21^st at Birchbank. Aron Burke, KS Community Liaison (center) presents a $15,000 donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left), and Catherine Adair, Board Director (right) in support of the Golf Classic.	A contribution of $1,000 from the RDKB: Area A Grant-in-Aid program was secured in partnership with the Beaver Valley Avalanche hockey team’s year end tournament fundraiser to support the Endoscopy Campaign at KBRH. Area A Director, Ali Grieve (right) presents the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary is a steadfast contributor to the Garden Project at KBRH, which creates beautiful entrance gardens for all to enjoy. $6,300 was donated to the Garden Project. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left) accepts this donation and thanks Nipkows Greenhouse for their work on the gardens.	McHappy Day 2017 raised $4,668 for the Endoscopy Campaign. Brad Zubick, owner of the McDonald’s Trail locations presented Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation with this donation. Thanks to the McDonald’s team and everyone from the community who supported McHappy Day.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 14 Rossland members, Joanne Drystek and Sheryl Clark (center left and right), presented a $1,000 donation in support of the Endoscopy Campaign. Proceeds were raised through the Poppy Fund. KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin and Bernie Legatto gratefully accept this donation.	The Beaver Valley Lions Club, represented by Paul Terness and Bev Thompson (center and right) donated $5,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. $2,000 is supporting the Endoscopy Campaign and $3,000 is designated for multiple departments at KBRH, Columbia View and Poplar Ridge. Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development accepts this donation.
$2,100 was donated by the BV Avalanche Hockey Club to support the Endoscopy Campaign at KBRH. KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin and Carol Schlender gratefully accept this donation from the team. Funds were raised during their year end fundraising tournament.	A $34,000 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Endoscopy Campaign was made from the Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Back row left to right: Lloyd McLellan, City of Rossland, Patricia Cecchini, Village of Fruitvale, Mike Martin, City of Trail, Joe Danchuk, Village of Montrose. Front row left to right: Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, Arlene Parkinson, Village of Warfield, Linda Worley, Area B, Ali Grieve, Area A.
Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch #11 members Gilbert Morrison, First Vice President (left) and Rob Reilly, President (right) were on hand to donate $2,500 to the Endoscopy Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation accepted this donation. The Trail Legion raises funds through Poppy Fund distribution and thanks everyone for their support.	As part of Kootenay Savings “Your Good Fortune Starts Here Promotion” members who contributed to an RRSP had the opportunity to win $1000 for themselves, as well as a $1000 donation to their charity of choice. The lucky winner was Lores Currah of Trail, and as a long-term employee of Columbia View Lodge, Lores chose to direct her $1000 donation to the CVL Music Therapy Recreation Program. Presenting Lores with her winnings is KS Investment Specialist, Cathy Fulcher, (left) and accepting the donation on behalf of the Columbia View Lodge/KBRH Health Foundation is Carol Yuris, Chairperson of the Lodge’s Resident Council, and KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (right).
Kiwanis Club of Trail members, Wayne Hodgson, Treasurer, Leroy Pedersen and Al Pasin, VP, donated $1,000 to KBRH Health Foundation representatives, Chris D’Arcy, Director and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left to right). This donation was made in support of the Endoscopy Campaign. The Kiwanis raise funds through numerous community activities and invite you to join their Canada 150 Celebration at Beaver Creek Park on July 1^st.	$500 was donated to the KBRH Emergency Room through the Johnny P Johnson CD Release Party held at the Bailey Theatre. Thanks to Johnny and his band, and all the event attendees, for supporting advanced healthcare in our community. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right) accepts this donation from Johnny Johnson.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary fulfilled the first part of their $40,000 pledge to the Endoscopy Campaign with a donation of $15,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. You can support the Trail Hospital Auxiliary by purchasing items from the KBRH Gift Shop or by joining their team of volunteers. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far right) accepts this donation.	The SMS Italo Canadese donated $500 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Endoscopy Campaign. Proceeds were raised at their 2016 Silver City Days Sidewalk Café booth. Italo members Ron Zahn, Maria Burkholder and Joanne Balfour presented this donation to Anita Galay, KBRH Health Foundation Director (left to right).
The Kootenay Robusters donated $4,000 to the KBRH Oncology Unit to support care of patients with cancer, including breast cancer. Proceeds were generated through their annual calendar sale. A Patient Monitor will be purchased with this generous contribution. Carol Schlender, KBRH Health Foundation Board Secretary (second from left, front row) accepts this donation.	USW Local 480 donated $7,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Gordy Steep Sick Children’s Fund. This fund assists families when travelling for medical care. The Local 480 raises funds through the Market BBQs and Gingerbread House fundraisers. Bernie Legatto, Director KBRH Health Foundation (center) gratefully accepts this cheque from Local 480 executive Brian Onyschak, VP (left) and Norm Murdoch, Financial Secretary (right).
The 2016 Enema Awards donated $2,500 to support the Endoscopy Campaign. $5 from each ticket sold was designated to support the KBRH Health Foundation. Dr. Stephanie Cameron, Enema Awards Committee Chair (right) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary fulfilled the first half of their pledge to the Endoscopy Campaign with this $30,000 donation. Doug Sperry, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (center), accepted this donation from the Rossland Auxiliary members. Funds raised through the Rossland Auxiliary’s Thrift store are donated through the Foundation to improve health care for citizens in the Kootenay Boundary. Thank you for all your hard work!
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 14 Rossland donated $5,000 to Columbia View Lodge to support both the dedicated Alzheimer’s Unit and general programming for all patients. Kim LaFond, president, and Allen Stinson, charities chairman, (right to left) presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation representatives, Mike Conci, vice chair, and Lisa Pasin, director of development.	TB Vets Charitable Foundation and the Trail Hospital Auxiliary partnered to purchase a Glidescope AVL Video Laryngoscope for the Operating Room at KBRH. TB Vets contributed $15,000 from their Respiratory Grant Program and the Trail Auxiliary completed the purchase with a $7,000 donation, raised through operation of the Gift Shop at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation and Dr. Iain Reid, Anaesthesiologist, accept this generous donation on behalf of TB Vets and the Auxiliary from Grace DeBiasio, Trail Hospital Auxiliary Secretary (left to right).
The team at Scotiabank donated $5,000 through their company match program to support the KBRH Health Foundation’s Snowflake Campaign and Light Up the Hospitals! Pledge Day. This contribution is designated to the Elder Care Campaign, which is nearing completion. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (left), accepts this contribution.	$2800 was received from the Music Heals Charitable Foundation to fund a Music Heals Program at Columbia View Lodge. Karen Yamazaki, Music Therapist (left) and Margot Wright, Recreation Therapist (center) will deliver the Music Heals program to Columbia View Lodge residents. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right), accepts this donation.
Grant Thornton employees Melanie Bilben and Robert Bogue (center) presented a $500 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation to support the Elder Care Campaign. Funds were raised by Grant Thornton employees during Friday Jeans Day. KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, and Bill Clark, Board Chair, accept this donation.	The Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch #11 donated $6,000 to the Elder Care Campaign to purchase a Ceiling Lift. Legion members Jim Harrold, President (left) and Neil Jarvie, Poppy Chairman (right) present the cheque to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation. Funds were raised through sales during their Poppy Campaign.
At their annual holiday celebration, the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary made a very large donation of $65,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation. This donation celebrates another year of success for their Thrift Store and the funds will be designated to multiple departments at KBRH including Emergency, Surgical, Respiratory, Maternity, ICU and Medical. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (third from right) accepts this amazing donation from this group of hard working volunteers.	$1,400 was raised during the Trail Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign with the funds designated to Elder Care. Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation’ s Director of Development (left) accepts this donation from Tim Hortons owner, Brandon Byers (right) and the Trail Tim Hortons team.
The Beaver Valley Lions club presented $10,000 to KBRH Health Foundation Director, Anita Galay (second from left) at Pledge Day. The BV Lions support multiple departments at KBRH through their annual donation, focussing on patient care and comfort.	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary completed their Elder Care Campaign pledge with this $30,000 donation, bringing their total Elder Care contribution to $50,000. Every visit to their Thrift Store improves healthcare in our communities. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this donation.
Catherine Adair, Teck’s Community Relations Leader (center) was on hand at Pledge Day to provide a $5,000 donation in support of the Elder Care Campaign. Mike Conci, Vice Chair, and Carol Schlender, Secretary, of the KBRH Health Foundation accepted this contribution and thanked Teck for their annual Pledge Day contribution.	$35,000 was donated by the Trail Hospital Auxiliary members during Pledge Day. $25,000 was designated to Elder Care and $10,000 will purchase a Glidescope for the Operating Room. This Glidescope is used to secure airways in both pediatric and adult patients undergoing surgery. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation, accepted this generous donation.
Zarchi Shein, Royal Bank of Canada branch manager (center), presented a $20,000 cheque to the Elder Care Campaign on behalf of the RBC Foundation. KBRH Health Foundation Directors Jenneka Plug (left) and Arleen Gallo (right) accepted this donation.	$3,000 from EZ Rock’s Working Women’s Open was donated to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Elder Care Campaign. EZ Rock’s Jayne Garry and Shaun Montague presented the donation to Lisa Kramer-Hunt, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director (left to right).
Kristine Forbes, president of the Sorelle Colombo Lodge (center), presents $1,000 to the Elder Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) and Catherine Adair, Board Director (right) gratefully accept this donation.	Trail Transit Services raised $2,000 to fight Pancreatic Cancer through their annual BBQ and a company contribution. This donation was directed to the KBRH Oncology Unit. Mike Bonin, representing Trail Transit Services presented the cheque to KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, and Carol Schlender, Board Secretary (left and center).
The Fruitvale Community Chest President, Doug Hall, donated $1,000 to the Elder Care Campaign. KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development and Lisa Kramer Hunt, Board Director (left and right), gratefully accepted this donation.	Marie Skinner, Vice President of the Rossland Healthcare Auxiliary (left) presented a $5,000 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Director of Development, Lisa Pasin. This donation will purchase a blanket warmer for KBRH’s ICU and will provide comfort to critically ill patients. XXXXX

Kiwanis Club of Trail members Wayne Hodgson (left) and Brian Pipes (right) present at $1,000 donation to the Elder Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development, gratefully accepts this donation.	The KBRH Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that Grant Thornton LLP has partnered as Signature Sponsor for the 2016 Snowflake Gala with a $10,000 contribution. Don Catalano and Mike Gerrand of Grant Thornton (far left and right) present the donation to KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lynn Miller, Board 2nd Vice Chair and Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (center left and right).
$1,000 was donated to the Elder Care Campaign by the Fraternal Order of Eagles Trail Aerie #2838. Thanks to Victor Steiner (center) for presenting this donation to KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development and Anita Galay, Board member (left & right).	The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #14, Rossland is supporting the Elder Care Campaign with a $500 donation. Charity Committee members Bill Pettigrew (left) and John Walmsley (right) presented this donation to KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development and Debbie Martin, Board Member (center left and right).
Kootenay Savings Community Liaison, Aron Burke (center), presented $15,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Chair, Bill Clark and Director of Development, Lisa Pasin (far left and right). As Signature Sponsor of the event, Kootenay Savings donates $15,000 toward the Golf Classic annually. Join us July 15th at Birchbank in support of the Elder Care Campaign.	Brad & Kathleen Zubick, owners of the 2 Trail McDonalds locations, and their staff partnered with the KBRH Health Foundation for the 2016 McHappy Day event. $4,000 was raised for the Elder Care Campaign through McHappy Day food/beverage sales, 2 bake sales and the sale of Ronald’s Shoes. Kathleen Zubick (center) presented this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development and Carol Schlender, Secretary (far left and right) of the KBRH Health Foundation.
A $28,900 donation to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Elder Care Campaign was made from the Directors of the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas Program. The Foundation is grateful to the RDKB and the Trust for this investment in our regional healthcare system. Back row left to right: Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, Patricia Cecchini, Village of Fruitvale, Ali Grieve, Area A, Linda Worley, Area B. Front row left to right: Lloyd McLellan, City of Rossland, Mike Martin, City of Trail, Joe Danchuk, Village of Montrose. Missing: Ted Pahl, Village of Warfield.	A contribution of $1,000 from RDKB: Area A was secured in partnership with the Beaver Valley Avalanche hockey team to support the Airborne Isolation Room Campaign at KBRH. Area A Director, Ali Grieve (left) presents the donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
The Trail Hospital Auxiliary has made a substantial contribution to patient care and comfort with their most recent donation of $31,300. $25,000 supports the newly launched Elder Care Campaign and $6,300 is for the garden project at KBRH. Whether inside or outside KBRH, the Trail Auxiliary members are working hard to improve the well-being of all those receiving care at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far left) accepts this wonderful donation.	The Beaver Valley Avalanche donated $2,180 to the Airborne Isolation Room Campaign at KBRH. Funds were raised through their year end hockey tournament. Kyle Wheeler, Kevin Koyanagi and Mike LeRose (left to right) present this generous donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation.
Yvonne Wilcox, operations manager of United Rentals (center) donated 16 pairs of Pajamas to the KBRH maternity/pediatrics department. The United Rentals Pajama program is made possible through employee donations.Over 3,000 pairs of PJs are donated annually to healthcare facilities throughout Canada and the USA. Trish Thomson, Manager maternity/pediatrics KBRH (left) and Michael Conci, Treasurer KBRH Health Foundation (right) accept this thoughtful donation.	Walmart Trail and the KBRH Health Foundation raised $630 at a fundraising BBQ held during Walmart’s grand opening. Lynn Miller, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director accepts this donation from Walmart assistant managers Denise Smith and Char Dee (left to right). This donation will support the Airborne Isolation Room Campaign.
The dedication and commitment of the Trail Auxiliary volunteers is proven once again by this $15,000 donation to the Airborne Isolation Room Campaign. Trail Hospital Auxiliary members (front row) presented the donation to KBRH Health Foundation staff and executive members (back row). The Airborne Isolation Room Campaign is 50% to its fundraising target of $57,000 with this generous donation. The Trail Hospital Auxiliary raises funds through the Gift Shop at KBRH.	The Kootenay Robusters donated $5,000 to KBRH’s Oncology Department to purchase a Vital Signs Monitor. This donation is made possible through Robusters calendar sales.Robyn Sofonoff, Oncology Manager KBRH (back row left), and Mike Conci, KBRH Health Foundation Board member (back row right) accept this generous contribution.
Scotiabank team members Sarah McAuley, Elin Mahon and Allyson Tremblay (left to right) presented a $5,000 company match donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, which will support the Urology Campaign. This donation was generated through partnership at the Snowflake Gala. The Foundation would like to thank Scotiabank for their volunteerism at the Gala and their ongoing support of our communities.	The Scotiabank team donated $5,000 through their company match program to support the Snowman Campaign at the KBRH Health Foundation. The Snowman Campaign raised $12,350 with all funds dedicated to Urology. The Urology Campaign is now complete with $498,000 donated to expand this surgical service at KBRH. Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation director of development (far left) accepts this donation from the Scotiabank Team.
The Beaver Valley Lions donated $10,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation to assist multiple departments across KBRH with their priority needs, including those that ensure patient care and comfort. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this donation.	Teck Trail Operations supported Light Up the Hospitals Pledge Day with a $5,000 contribution to the regional Urology Campaign and radio advertising sponsorship.Community Engagement Leader, Carol Vanelli Worosz presents this donation to Carol Schlender, secretary, and Mike Conci, director, of the KBRH Health Foundation Board (left to right).
Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie Campaign raised $1,680 for the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology Campaign. Brandon and Sarah Byers, Trail Tim Hortons owners, presented their donation to KBRH Health Foundation Board secretary Carol Schlender (far left) and director Joanne McQuary (far right).	The Urology Campaign was supported with a $500 donation from the United Steel Workers Local 480. Lisa Pasin, director of development, and Mike Conci, board director KBRH Health Foundation, (far left and right) accept this contribution from USW Local 480 members Chris Walker, treasurer and Norm Murdoch, financial secretary.

This $15,000 donation from the Trail Hospital Auxiliary completed their $60,000 pledge to the Urology Campaign.Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this donation and thanks the auxiliary for their hard work and dedication.	Wayne Kelly of EZ Rock presented $3,000 in support of the Urology Campaign to Joanne McQuary, KBRH Health Foundation Board director. The Foundation wishes to extend their thanks to EZ Rock for their advertising support on Pledge Day and for your commitment to improving healthcare for all residents across the Kootenay Boundary.
$7,000 was donated by the United Steel Workers Local 480 to support the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund. Chris Walker, treasurer (left) and Norm Murdoch, financial secretary (right) present the cheque to Arleen Gallo and Debbie Martin, KBRH Health Foundation Board directors. The Gordy Steep Sick Children’s Fund assists families with expenses when they are travelling to receive advanced care for their sick children.	The RBC Foundation represented by Zarchi Shein, Nelson branch manager (center), donated $20,000 to support the regional Urology Campaign at the KBRH Health Foundation. Arleen Gallo and Debbie Martin, Foundation Board directors were on hand to accept this wonderful contribution which will improve regional healthcare.
Teck Trail Operations Community Engagement Leader, Carol Vanelli Worosz (second from right) was at KBRH to view the VeinViewer, which was purchased with a$25,000 donation provided by Teck. This VeinViewer will be used across multiple departments at KBRH, including Maternity/Pediatrics, the Emergency Room and Critical Care to assist with IV starts.Sarah McLeod, Critical Care and Emergency Room manager KBRH, Trish Thomson, Maternity/Pediatrics and Surgical floor manager KBRH, and Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director were on hand to receive this donation (left to right).	The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary, represented by vice president Lindsey Premier and president Joan Hanson, donated $30,000 to the general equipment fund, which will purchase priority equipment for the Urology Campaign and across all departments at KBRH, Columbia View Lodge and Poplar Ridge Pavilion. Arleen Gallo and Mike Conci, KBRH Health Foundation Board directors, accept this generous donation (left to right).
Rick Basso, Vice President Trail Smoke Eaters (right) presented a $500 donation in support of the Gordy Steep Sick Children’s Fund. Funds were raised through proceeds from a 50:50 draw at the Smokies vs. Selkirk College Saints Exhibition Game. Debbie Martin, Board Director KBRH Health Foundation and Norm Murdoch Financial Secretary USW Local 480 gratefully accept this donation.	Teck Trail Operations donated $25,000 to support the regional Urology Campaign at the KBRH Health Foundation. Community Engagement Leader, Carol Vanelli Worosz (left), presented Mike Conci and Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Board Director and Director of Development, with this generous donation.
The Castlegar & District Hospital Auxiliary donated $5,000 to the Urology Campaign. Proceeds were generated from sales at their Treasure Shop. Gil Mitchell, donations committee chair and Nettie Stupnikoff, president, Castlegar Auxiliary presented the donation to Carol Schlender, secretary and Lisa Pasin, director of development, KBRH Health Foundation	Greg Hill, Royal Canadian Legion Trail Branch #11 President, presents a $500 donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, for the Urology Campaign. Funds were raised for this donation through Poppy Distribution and Wreath sales.
$1,000 was donated to the regional Urology Campaign by the Rotary Club of Grand Forks. Murray Knox, president (left) an Wayne Christensen, past president (right) presented these funds to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation.	The TB Vets Charitable Foundation donated $26,500 to the KBRH Health Foundation to purchase a Hamilton C-2 Ventilator, for use in the Maternity/Pediatrics Departments at KBRH. On hand to thank TB Vets for their generosity was Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, Greg Rollins, Manager Respiratory Services KBRH, Trish Thomson, Manager Maternity/Pediatrics KBRH, and Bill Clark Board Chair KBRH Health Foundation (left to right). TB Vets provided these funds to the KBRH Health Foundation through donations to the TB Vets Key Tag Campaign and other fundraising initiatives.
A joint donation of $700 was made to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology Campaign by the BC Provincial Auxiliary and the Ladies Auxiliary to Trail Aerie 2838 Fraternal Order of Eagles. Louise Yuris, president and Joan Klit, secretary of the Trail Aerie (center left and right) were on hand to donate the funds to Carol Schlender, secretary (far left), and Lisa Pasin, director of development (far right) of the KBRH Health Foundation.	Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (front row left), accepts a $28,270 donation to the Urology Campaign from the Regional District of Kootenay Boundary through Columbia Basin Trust’s Community Initiatives and Affected Areas programs to support to the arrival of our new Urologist at KBRH. Back row left to right: Robert Cacchioni, alternate Director City of Trail; Bill Edwards, alternate Director Area B; Joe Danchuk, Mayor Village of Montrose; Ted Pahl, Mayor Village of Warfield. Front row left to right: Lisa Pasin; Ali Grieve, Director Area A; Kathy Moore, Mayor City of Rossland;and Gord DeRosa, Columbia Basin Trust Board member.Absent: Patricia Cecchini, Mayor Village of Fruitvale.
The KBRH Health Foundation’s Golf Classic raised over $31,000 for the Urology Campaign. As Signature Sponsor of the event, Kootenay Savings donates $15,000 toward this golf event annually. Kootenay Savings representatives Aron Burke, Community Liaison and Forrest Drinnan, Board Chair present this generous donation to Dr. Michael Robinson, KBRH’s new Urologist and Bill Clark, Board Chair KBRH Health Foundation (left to right).	Trail Firefighters Local 941 representatives Kyle Boutin (left) and Lee DePellegrin (right) presented Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation with $4,100 to support the Urology Campaign. Funds were raised through their Quad Raffle.
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch #14 Rossland, represented by Joanne Drystek, vice president (far left), and Mike Dunn, treasurer (far right), donated $1,000 to Urology Campaign. Proceeds were raised through poppy sales. Lisa Pasin, director of development, and Lynn Miller, board director, KBRH Health Foundation (center left and right) gratefully accept this donation and thank all those who support our Legions through the purchase of poppies.	Kootenay Danceworks donates $2799 to the Maternity & Pediatrics Department at KBRH. This donation was made possible through proceeds from the Dancing Divas and Dads year end recital. Renee Salsiccioli, owner Kootenay Danceworks (center) presents the donation to KBRH Health Foundation representatives Lisa Pasin, Director of Development (left) and Mike Conci, Board Director (right).
Waneta Trail Sunrise Rotary donated $1,200 to the Oncology Department at KBRH in memory of Paula McIntyre. Rotary members Maddy Harlamovs and Joan Cooke (center and right) present this wonderful donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.	The Mr. and Mrs. P.A. Woodward’s Foundation has donated over $350,000 to KBRH to purchase new, advanced equipment. Jackie Lee-Son, Executive Director of the Woodward’s Foundation visited KBRH to view their contributions and better understand the positive impacts for our communities.Bill Clark, KBRH Health Foundation Board Chair, Jackie Lee-Son, Executive Director Woodward’s Foundation, Sarah McLeod, Critical Care Manager and Dr. Scot Mountain, ICU physician (left to right) stand alongside the $60,000 Sonosite Ultrasound which they purchased to support the Critical Care Campaign.

Grand Forks Auxiliary members donated $50,000 to the Urology Campaign. Carole Richmond, Secretary/Past President, (second from right) stated their Auxiliary is very proud to contribute to campaigns that benefit our hospitals and communities, making their time and hard work worthwhile. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation (far right) accepts this outstanding donation in support of this regionally directed campaign.	Loree Coulombe, president, (left) and Marlene Gould, vice president, (right) of the Salmo & District Hospital Auxiliary donated $5,000 to the Urology Campaign. Due to the generosity of many citizens, service clubs and businesses throughout the Kootenay Boundary the Urology Campaign has raised $200,000 to support the arrival of our new Urologist, Dr. Robinson. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, KBRH Health Foundation accepts this donation and extends a thank you to all those who support the Foundation’s campaigns.
The Fraternal Order of Eagles No.2838, Trail Branch, represented by Tom Yuris (left) and Victor Steiner (right) donated $1,000 to the Urology Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation accepts this donation. If you are interested in joining the Eagles, please call Tom @ 250.368.9933. The Eagles raise funds through the Arlington Meat Draw on Fridays and every second Saturday. Proceeds are directed to support multiple charities within the Greater Trail Area.	Former Trail Mayor Dieter Bogs and his partner Flo Woodhouse had 7 pages from a holiday gift calendar professionally framed before donating the works to Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital's paediatric unit. The calendar was a gift from Trail’s twin city Tsukui, Japan. This program hosted numerous international exchanges that fostered friendships and introduced east-to-west culture to all who participated. With the calendar containing colourful and detailed images of Disney's most popular characters, Bogs and Woodhouse decided they would make the perfect gift for patients and visitors to the local children's ward. The pair gathered 4 of their grandchildren last week for a look-see of the art, and by the look on the youngsters faces, the donation will keep children and parents smiling for many years to come.
Rossland Health Care Auxiliary fulfilled half their pledge of $60,000 to the Urology Campaign with a $30,000 donation. This early donation will assist in purchasing equipment in anticipation of Dr. Robinson’s arrival at KBRH.The Thrift Store in Rossland is undergoing renovations to better serve you, but remains open to the public. Donations are being received at the front door.	10,000 was donated to the Urology Campaign by the Corinthian Lodge #27. Glenn Hodge, treasurer, Rick Hahn, worshipful master, and Brett Rakuson, secretary (left to right) present this contribution to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation.
The Lions Club of Nelson supports the Urology Campaign at KBRH with a $1,000 donation, recognizing the regional benefits of this campaign. Trent Nash, president (left) and Bill Brown, treasurer (right) present their donation to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation.	Fruitvale Community Chest, represented by their president Doug Hall, donated $1,000 to the Urology Campaign. Lisa Pasin, director of development (left) and Lynn Miller, board member (right) accepted this cheque on behalf of the KBRH Health Foundation.
Yvonne Wilcox, operations manager of United Rentals (center) donated 20 pairs of PJs to the KBRH maternity/pediatrics department. This United Rental PJ campaign was made possible through employee donations. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development and Michael Conci, Treasurer of the KBRH Health Foundation accept this thoughtful donation.	The Kootenay Robusters donated $5,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Urology Campaign. Funds were raised through Robuster calendar sales. Debbie Martin (far left) and Lisa Pasin (far right) representing the KBRH Health Foundation accepted this wonderful donation. Thank you to everyone who purchased calendars and support the Robusters.
Chances Castlegar, represented by Charmaine Aberdeen (right), presented a $1,000 donation to support Columbia View Lodge and Poplar Ridge Pavilion. Carol Schlender was on hand to accept this donation on behalf of the KBRH Health Foundation.	TB Vets Charitable Foundation generously donated $20,000 towards the purchase of this Ventilator for the Critical Care Campaign. Dr. Jeff Hussey, ICU, ER, HART Physician, Lisa Pasin, Director KBRH Health Foundation, and Greg Rollins, Professional Practice Leader Respiratory Services accept this donation. The TB Vets Charitable Foundation is dedicated to helping people with respiratory distress lead healthy and productive lives. TB Vets was able to provide these funds to the KBRH Health Foundation through donations made to the TB Vets Key Tag Campaign and other fundraising initiatives.
Armindo deMedeiros and Kelly Moore of the USW Local 480 present a $1,000 cheque to Carol Schlender, Secretary and Michael Conci, Treasurer of the KBRH Health Foundation (left to right). Funds were donated during Kelly Moore's retirement party and are dedicated to the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund. This fund assists families of sick children when they travel to receive medical care.	The Scotiabank team donated $5,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Critical Care Campaign through their partnership with Snowflake Sales and Light Up the Hospitals Pledge Day. Scotiabank has donated $20,000 to Critical Care through the company match program. Carly Hebner, representing the KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this donation (center).
amec foster wheeler, represented by Eric MacFarlane, Operations Director, presents Carol Schlender, Secretary KBRH Health Foundation, with a $1,000 donation in support of Critical Care.	Kaj Raymond Bisgaard generously donated $25,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation in recognition of the exceptional care received for his wife and granddaughter. $10,000 was donated to the Columbia View Lodge Special Care Unit in memory of his granddaughter Belinda Ellen Hawkins. $15,000 was dedicated to multiple departments at KBRH, in memory of his beloved wife Ellen Margrethe Bisgaard. Mr. Bisgaard made this donation as a token of his appreciation and to enhance health care at KBRH and CVL. Carol Schlender, Secretary KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this wonderful donation.
Joan Hanson, Rossland Health Care Auxiliary president, presents $30,000 to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation. This donation fulfills Rossland Health Care Auxiliary’s initial pledge of $60,000 towards Critical Care and brings their Critical Care total to over $80,000.	Over $46,000 was raised for Critical Care at the 2014 Snowflake Gala. Scotiabank employees Heather McWhirter (left) and Sarah Mcauley (right) present a $5,000 cheque to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation through their company match program. Thank you to all who supported the Snowflake Gala!
Total for Pledge Day 2014= $119,000 Thank you to everyone for your generosity and support USW Local 480 donated $7,500 to support the Gordy Steep Memorial Sick Children’s Fund. This fund assists families of sick children when they travel to receive medical care. Norm Murdoch and Armindo deMedeiros of the USW Local 480 (center left and right) present this donation to Lisa Pasin and Arleen Gallo, representing the KBRH Health Foundation.	$30,000 was donated by the Trail Hospital Auxiliary to fulfill their $60,000 commitment to the Critical Care Campaign. Brad Jansen and Christine Duguay, Directors of the KBRH Health Foundation, accept this donation from theAuxiliary team.

Teck Trail Operations communications manager, Carol Vanelli Worosz (right), presents Brad Jansen and Elin Mahon, KBRH Health Foundation Board members, with $5,000 in support of Light-Up the Hospitals. Teck Trail Operations has donated $15,000 to the Critical Care Campaign.	The Critical Care Campaign reached 95% to target with this $2,500 donation from the Nelson & District Credit Union Community Investment Program. Steve Cutt, NDCU community investment representative, presented this contribution to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Arleen Gallo and Lisa Pasin (left to right).
The BV Lions Club donated $10,000 at Pledge Day to fund multiple departments across KBRH. Doug Brooke, Bev Thompson and Paul Terness of the BV Lions (center left to right) present this donation to Joanne McQuary and Debbie Martin (outside left and right). The BV Lions raises their funds through Bingo at the Fruitvale Hall. If you would like to join the BV Lions and be a part of their fundraising team, please call Paul @ 367-9498 or Bev @ 367-9552	Chris and Kathy Sykes, owners of Tim Horton’s, (center) donated $1,269 to Critical Care. Funds were generated through the Smile Cookie Campaign at the Tim Horton’s Trail location. Tom McEwan and Debbie Martin, KBRH Health Foundation Board members accepted this donation.
The Critical Care Campaign was further supported with a $500 donation from the Trail Lions Club on Pledge Day. Debbie Martin (far left) and Lisa Pasin (far right) gratefully accept this donation.	EZ Rock, represented by Shaun Montague and Santa, donates $3,000 to support Light Up! The Hospitals Critical Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this donation.
$10,000 was donated by Shambhala Music Festival in support of upgraded equipment for the Critical Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director KBRH Health Foundation, and Jane Cusden, Acute Health Services Director KBRH, accept this donation from Shambhala representatives Stacey Lock, Harm Reduction Manager, and Alex Chudis, Medical Care Director (pictured left to right)	Fruitvale Community Chest executive Doug Hall, Barbara Hall and Chuck LeComte (left to right) presented $1,000 to Lisa Pasin, Director KBRH Health Foundation, to support the Critical Care Campaign. Fruitvale Community Chest strives to raise $25,000 each year, through their fundraising efforts, to donate back to local charities and organizations.
Medichair & Bauerfeind, represented by Terri Huppie and Dana Tippe (right & center), donate $500 to the Critical Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far left) accepts this donation.	The Mad Trapper Archery Shoot held at Secret Creek Supplies and Kennels raised $10,188 for the Critical Care Campaign. Event organizers and hosts, Joy and Jay Mykietyn (right and center), present this cheque to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation. 77 archers attended this fundraiser, setting a new event record for most participants.
Kootenay Savings Board Chair, Forrest Drinnan (far left), and Community Liaison, Aron Burke (far right) present a $15,000 sponsorship cheque for the KBRH Golf Tournament to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation. July’s Golf Classic raised $29,000 for the Critical Care Campaign. Event Signature Sponsor Kootenay Savings is thrilled with this success and is happy to announce an ongoing commitment to sponsor the golf event for future years.	A contribution of $1,000 on behalf of Area A, RDKB was secured in partnership with the Beaver Valley Avalanche hockey team to support the Critical Care Campaign at KBRH. Ali Grieve, Area A Director RDKB (right), presents the cheque to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
Trail Firefighters Local 941 representatives Lee DePellegrin, president (left), and Rick Morris, secretary/treasurer (right), presented Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation with $9,500 to support the Critical Care Campaign. Funds were raised through their quad raffle and the lucky winner was Bela Fesus. The Trail Firefighters have donated $16,800 to the KBRH Health Foundation through their fundraising efforts.	$9,300 was donated by the Rossland Health Care Auxiliary to purchase equipment for the Operating Room and Pacemaker Clinic at KBRH. Joan Hanson, RHA president (left), and Angeline McCaskill, RHA treasurer (center) present the cheque to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation. The KBRH Health Foundation thanks all those who volunteer and shop at the Rossland Thrift Store.
The Beaver Valley Lion’s Club, represented by Norm “the Lion” Mikalishen, Doug Brooke and Bev Thompson present a $9,000 cheque to the KBRH Health Foundation. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation, accepts this donation which will assist multiple departments at KBRH.	With Teck’s donation of $5,000, the Critical Care Campaign has reached another milestone. The campaign is 70% to goal with $350,000 raised. Carol Vanelli Worosz, Community Engagement Leader Teck Metals Ltd. (left), presents this donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation.
Red Mountain Resort and Boarding for Breast Cancer partnered to raise funds at the B4BC’s Shred the Love Event held at Red Mountain. Nicole Briggs, marketing and events manager Red Resort (right), presents a $2,600 cheque to Lisa Pasin, director of development KBRH Health Foundation, to support breast cancer diagnostics at KBRH.	Al Pasin, Director (left), and Peter Thiessen, Secretary (right), representing the Kiwanis Club of Trail donated $1,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation’s Critical Care Campaign. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development, accepts this contribution.
The Kootenay Robusters celebrated a milestone with their recent $5,000 donation to the Critical Care Campaign at KBRH. Through their dedication and perseverance, the Kootenay Robusters have donated $50,000 to the KBRH Health Foundation to improve patient care in the Kootenay Boundary. Lisa Pasin, Director KBRH Health Foundation (far right) accepts this donation.	Trail Hospital Auxiliary members were on hand to donate an additional $2,200 to fund the Garden Project at the entrance of KBRH. Karen Hadley, past president (far right) and Allana Ferro, president (second from right) present the cheque to Lisa Pasin, KBRH Health Foundation Director of Development. The Trail Hospital Auxiliary is looking to recruit new volunteers.

The kis Kootenay Insurance Services team was happy to present a $500 donation to Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far right), for the Critical Care Campaign. The Critical Care Campaign is 65% to its goal with $325,000 raised.	Eric MacFarlane, Trail Operations Manager for AMEC Americas Limited presents Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation with a $1,000 donation in support of the Digital Mammography campaign.
Joyce Verburg, Team Leader Western Financial Group (left) presents Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation with a $1,000 donation in support of the Critical Care Campaign.	The combination of savvy shoppers and dedicated volunteers pays off. The Rossland Health Care Auxiliary donated Thrift Store proceeds of $17,942 to purchase new equipment at KBRH. Departments receiving funding include ER, ICU, Medical, OR and Daycare. Lisa Pasin, Director KBRH Health Foundation accepts the funds from Joan Hanson, newly appointed President Rossland Health Care Auxiliary.
The 2013 Snowflake Campaign to raise funds for Critical Care at KBRH was a success. Due to overwhelming support at the community level, Scotiabank was able to provide a $5,000 company match donation. Thank you to Scotiabank and everyone who bought a snowflake. $12,500 was raised to support the Critical Care Campaign.	Girl Guides of Canada~The Old Glories Trefoil Guild, represented by Nuala Bain, presents Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation with a $150 donation to support the Critical Care Campaign. Funds were donated by their members during their 2013 Christmas party, in lieu of a gift exchange.
Dorothy Mitchell (left) and Tricia Prime (centre) representing the Fruitvale United Church Women donated $1,000 to the Critical Care Campaign at KBRH. Proceeds were raised through the Fruitvale Thrift Shop. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (right) accepts this donation.	Wayne Kelly of EZ Rock Astral Media presents Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation with a $2,500 donation to support the Critical Care Campaign. Funds were raised during EZ Rock’s Radiothon and Golf Tournament. A Handheld Doppler, to be used by the HART team, will be purchased with this donation.
Ruth and Ray DeCosse were the lucky winners of the quilt donated by Sharon Tucker of Grass Roots Quilting. This raffle raised $1,000 for the Critical Care Campaign at the KBRH Health Foundation. Lisa Pasin, Foundation Director, presents Ruth with her beautiful quilt.	The Rotary Club of Trail, represented by Dr. Bruce Fawcett and Helen Graham, president, (center) donated $1,000 to support mental health patients at KBRH by creating a Daly Pavilion Patient Care Fund. Lisa Pasin, Director of Development KBRH Health Foundation (far left), Lynn Miller, Manager Mental Health & Substance Abuse Tertiary Services Kootenay Boundary and Wendy Smandych, Social Worker KBRH (right) accept this donation. The KBRH Health Foundation is now accepting donations for this new fund.

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