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ALEXANDRIA, ON — An anonymous donor has committed $50,000 over five years to the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation to help strengthen rural health care in Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry.

The first installment of $10,000 was received in December. The donation will support priority medical equipment needs at HGMH, including the campaign to bring a CT scanner to the hospital.

The donor’s decision to give was inspired by personal experiences receiving care at HGMH after moving to Alexandria from Montreal.

“On Labour Day, two months after moving to Alexandria from Montreal, I caught my hand badly in a hedge trimmer. Uncertain where to go, my wife chose the nearness of HGMH over the long drive to Cornwall. The ER was open, staffed among others, by Dr. Yuan-Innes who somehow put my fingertips back together. Given the stories of rural Ontario hospitals closing their ERs on weekends and holidays we were relieved that somehow HGMH was open that day.

We have since had three visits to HGMH between us for minor stroke, respiratory and cardio symptoms. Every time we initially wondered where to go, and every time we chose the immediate care advantage, and were cared for beyond our best hopes, with all the follow ups and referrals one could ask for.

HGMH is well beyond our expectations of what we hoped a ‘rural’ hospital can be, and it needs our support. A CT scanner is the most immediate diagnostic tool that would bring their care to the next level.

All the hard-working dedicated members of the HGMH family deserve our support, any way you can.”

Since that first visit, the couple has returned to HGMH for other urgent health concerns, reinforcing for them the importance of having reliable care close to home.

Hospital officials say access to advanced diagnostic imaging locally would significantly reduce travel time for patients and help clinicians make faster treatment decisions in time-sensitive situations such as stroke or cardiac events. Currently, many patients who require CT imaging must be transferred to other hospitals.

Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board, said the pledge reflects the strong connection many residents feel toward their local hospital.

“This generous commitment reflects a deep trust in our hospital and in the people who care for this community every day,” Adam said. “In rural healthcare, access and readiness are everything. Support like this strengthens our capacity to deliver timely, high-quality care close to home — not just today, but for years to come. I hope it inspires others to consider how they, too, can help sustain and advance care at HGMH for the benefit of our entire community.”

The donation reflects the message behind the Foundation’s Be a Healer campaign, which recognizes donors as partners in patient care by helping equip frontline professionals with the tools they need.

With the first installment already received, Foundation representatives say the commitment signals growing community momentum behind strengthening rural health services in Glengarry.

For more information about supporting the CT Scanner Campaign, call 613-525-2222 ext. 4138 and visit www.hgmhfoundation.org.

Dr. Melissa Yuan-Innes, Emergency physician (centre), is pictured with Emergency Department nurses (left to right) Amanda McDonald, Janice Gareau, Connie MacDougall and Laura MacMillan at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital. Together, they are part of the dedicated frontline team providing critical, compassionate care close to home for residents of Glengarry and the surrounding communities.

Alexandria, ON — The Alexandria Curling Club presented a generous $500 donation to the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation in support of local health care services at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital.

Pictured are Tammy MacSweyn and Lindsey Howes, Friday Evening Curling League Convenors, alongside Frank Wetering, HGMH Past Chair and the Curling Club’s Membership Director. The contribution reflects the Club’s continued commitment to strengthening health care close to home.

“The Alexandria Curling Club recognizes that the hospital is an important part of our community. Our members wanted to show their support, especially during the holiday season, which is why we were proud to make this donation,” said Lindsey Howes (pictured on the right).

To support the Foundation’s initiatives, including the CT Scanner Campaign, visit www.hgmhfoundation.org

Alexandria, ON — A mother’s love has sparked a transformative gift for the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation.

Edna Lalonde has donated $100,000 to the Foundation’s CT scanner campaign, ensuring that patients across Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry and surrounding areas receive timely, life-saving diagnoses close to home.

Edna’s gift comes from a deeply personal place:

“My son Claude and my husband Guy have been patients at HGMH. Before they passed away, they received care at this hospital. I made a promise that this hospital will remember them. This donation is my way of thanking everyone who took care of them and honouring my son’s and my husband’s memory. Their legacy lives on because of this donation, because many people will receive timely diagnosis from the CT scanner at HGMH.”

Her generosity is a testament to the power of love and remembrance: turning personal loss into hope, improved health, and life-saving care for patients who rely on HGMH every day.

Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation, emphasizes the broader impact of gifts like Edna’s:

“Edna’s donation is a beautiful way to honour her loved ones while supporting the health of our entire community. May this inspire others to consider legacy gifts to the HGMH Foundation, ensuring that families continue to receive exceptional care for generations to come.”

This $100,000 donation brings HGMH Foundation closer to its goal of funding a state-of-the-art CT scanner that will provide faster and more accurate diagnoses for thousands of patients each year. Beyond the technology, it’s a story of compassion, remembrance, and the enduring power of a mother’s love.

Support the CT Scanner Campaign

HGMH Foundation invites the community to join this effort to enhance healthcare locally. Every donation brings patients closer to timely diagnosis and better outcomes. For more information on contributing or leaving a legacy gift, contact Kim Jarencio, Fundraising Coordinator at HGMH Foundation via email at info@hgmhfoundation.org or phone at (613) 525-2222 ext 4138.

About HGMH Foundation

HGMH Foundation is committed to raise funds and foster community partnerships that empower Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital to deliver outstanding care, drive innovation, and ensure access to sustainable healthcare for future generations. By funding advanced medical equipment, programs, and patient services, the Foundation ensures local residents have access to timely, high-quality care close to home.

Pictured in connection with the HGMH Foundation’s major legacy donation supporting the CT Scanner Campaign are, from left to right: Nicole Maisonneuve, holding a photograph of Claude Lalonde, whose memory is being honoured through the gift; Mario St. Pierre; Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board; Edna Lalonde, whose $100,000 legacy donation is strengthening access to life-saving diagnostic care at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital; George E. Nadeau; Lise Michaud; Kim Jarencio, Fundraising Coordinator, HGMH Foundation; and Alain Poirier, Board Member, HGMH Foundation.

KMAC Electric steps up for local health care with a pledge to the HGMH CT Scanner Campaign.

From left to right: Kim Jarencio, Fundraising Coordinator, HGMH Foundation; Kirk MacMillan and Ryan MacMillan, owners of KMAC Electric; and Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board.

Alexandria, ON — KMAC Electric, a trusted family-owned business in Alexandria, Ontario, is making a meaningful impact on local health care. Owners Kirk MacMillan and Ryan MacMillan recently contributed $1,000 to the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation’s CT Scanner Campaign, marking the first year of a five-year pledge totaling $5,000 through the Foundation’s Business Steps Up initiative.

“Our families have relied on HGMH services for generations and continue to do so today. Adding a CT scanner is a meaningful expansion of its diagnostic services, and we’re proud to support an investment that will benefit our community for years to come.”

The CT Scanner Fundraising Campaign at HGMH aims to bring advanced diagnostic imaging technology to Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry and surrounding areas, enhancing patient care and reducing the need for residents to travel outside the region for scans. Contributions from local family-owned businesses like KMAC Electric are helping ensure patients have access to fast, accurate diagnoses and modern medical care.

“As a family-owned business, KMAC Electric understands the importance of caring for families,” said Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board. “Their multi-year commitment helps support the health and well-being of families in our community today, while ensuring HGMH is ready to meet the evolving needs of families tomorrow. We are deeply grateful to Kirk and Ryan for stepping up and investing in the health of the people they serve every day.”

HGMH Foundation encourages other businesses to join Business Steps Up and become community partners, helping strengthen local health care for families today and into the future.

About HGMH Foundation Business Steps Up Program

Business Steps Up is an initiative of the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital Foundation that invites local businesses leaders in the Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry region to become community leaders through multi-year commitments supporting critical health care priorities. By stepping up together, participating businesses help ensure essential diagnostic and medical services, including CT scans and other advanced imaging technology, remain available close to home for families across the region.

To learn more about joining Business Steps Up, email info@hgmhfoundation.org or call 613-525-2222 ext. 4138.

About HGMH Foundation

The HGMH Foundation raises funds to support Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital, enhancing patient care and safety through the purchase of equipment, support of programs, and implementation of initiatives. Generous donor contributions help ensure HGMH can provide leading-edge healthcare to residents of Stormont, Dundas, Glengarry, and surrounding communities.

Alexandria, ON —Representatives from the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation accepted a $1,000 donation from Alexandria Fire Fighters Association in support of the Foundation’s CT scanner campaign at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital. The campaign aims to bring a state-of-the-art CT scanner to the hospital, improving diagnostic capacity and supporting faster, more accurate care for patients across Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G). To donate, visit www.hgmhfoundation.org.

“Every specialized equipment that comes to our local hospital is a bonus to our community, sustaining the hospital for the future.”, said Denis Lalonde, District Chief, Station 1 Alexandria Fire Department.

From left: Alain Poirier, Board Member, HGMH Foundation; Addison Hay, President of the Alexandria Fire Fighters Association; Denis Lalonde, District Chief, Station 1 Alexandria Fire Department and Dan Brunet, Board Member, HGMH Foundation, following the presentation of a $1,000 donation in support of the CT scanner campaign at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital.

Alexandria, ON —Representatives from the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation accepted a $7,500 donation from MNP in support of the Foundation’s CT scanner campaign at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital. The campaign aims to bring a state-of-the-art CT scanner to the hospital, improving diagnostic capacity and supporting faster, more accurate care for patients across Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry (SD&G).

From left: Mark Adam, Chair, HGMH Foundation; Kim Jarencio, Fundraising Coordinator, HGMH Foundation; Marc Pharand, Partner, MNP; Manon Forget, Partner, MNP; Benoit Legault, Partner, MNP; Gerald Gauthier, Partner, MNP; Louis-Charles Gascon, Partner, MNP; and Pierre Vaillancourt, Past Chair, HGMH Foundation, following the presentation of a $7,500 donation in support of the CT scanner campaign at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital.

“Glengarry Memorial Hospital cares for families across our region every day. Supporting this effort is simply the right thing to do for our community, and we’re honoured to play a small part in strengthening local care,” said Marc Pharand, Partner, MNP.

Alexandria, ON — Alexandria Moulding is making a meaningful contribution to rural healthcare in Stormont, Dundas, and Glengarry after its CHEO and Charities Committee selected the La Fondation de l’Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) Foundation as a charitable recipient.

The company has pledged $30,000 to be donated over five years, beginning in 2026, providing $6,000 annually to support critical healthcare services. This year, Alexandria Moulding exceeded its annual pledge by contributing $8,000, demonstrating strong leadership and commitment to local healthcare.

This contribution highlights Alexandria Moulding’s dedication to local healthcare initiatives, ensuring that essential medical services and modern equipment remain accessible to residents and employees in the community.

“Alexandria Moulding chose to support local healthcare because we believe strongly in giving back to the community that we’re part of. Supporting local initiatives allows us to have a direct, meaningful impact on the people who live and work alongside us every day,” said Kurt Macdonald, Branch Manager of Alexandria Moulding.

Contributions from local businesses are vital to sustaining rural healthcare. Donations to the HGMH Foundation directly fund essential medical services, purchase state-of-the-art equipment, and support ongoing improvements to patient care at Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital.

Mark Adam, Chairman of the HGMH Foundation Board of Directors, expressed gratitude for Alexandria Moulding’s support.

“Alexandria Moulding’s support demonstrates the impact local employers can have on healthcare in rural communities,” Adam said. “Their decision to invest locally helps ensure that high-quality care remains accessible for patients and families in our region.”

Macdonald also emphasized the importance of business leadership in rural healthcare.

“To other business leaders considering a similar commitment, we believe that local healthcare needs everyone’s involvement. Stepping up helps ensure essential services and technologies are available close to home, benefiting employees, families, and neighbours alike. Supporting local healthcare is an investment in the strength, resilience, and well-being of the entire community,” Macdonald closed.

The HGMH Foundation works with community organizations and local businesses through initiatives such as Business Steps Up, which encourages companies to support vital healthcare services and medical equipment at HGMH.

To donate, participate in Business Steps Up, or learn more about supporting rural healthcare, visit

www.hgmhfoundation.org.

Supporting HGMH: Members of Alexandria Moulding CHEO and Charities Committee are joined by Cynthia Laframboise (second from left), Divisional Vice President, Specialty Building Products and HGMH Foundation Board Member, and Mark Adam (third from left), Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board. Pictured from left are Tiffany Cholette, Supply Chain Buyer Planner; Marc Sauve, Customer Service Manager; Allison McLeod, HR Generalist; Ashley Bradley, Quality & Process Control Lead; Celine Lascelle, Accounts Payable Clerk; and Sean Cadney, Maintenance Manager.

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January 13, 2026

Alexandria, ON — The Glengarry Memorial Hospital Foundation is thrilled to announce a $50,828.50 securities donation from Kim and Denis Sabourin to support the Foundation’s CT Scanner Campaign. Their gift brings Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) closer to acquiring a state-of-the-art CT scanner, improving diagnostic services and keeping care close to home.

Reflecting on their family’s long connection to the hospital, the Sabourins said:

“This donation is in recognition of the care that HGMH has provided to our families and our community for generations. We are honoured to support the acquisition of a new CT scanner through this donation. Following the example set by our father, Hubert Sabourin, we are proud to contribute to keeping the hospital equipped with modern, life-saving technology, ensuring it remains accessible and available to serve the community for years to come. It is our hope that this contribution supports the continued delivery of high-quality care to all who depend on it.”

A new CT scanner will improve diagnostic accuracy, reduce patient transfers, and support faster treatment decisions for patients across Glengarry and neighbouring communities.

“This extraordinary gift from Kim and Denis is a powerful example of stewardship rooted in community,” said Mark Adam, Chair of the HGMH Foundation Board. “Through our Be a Healer movement, community members are funding priority medical equipment, like a new CT scanner, that is not covered by government funding. Donors become healers by enabling faster, more accurate diagnosis and treatment for families and neighbours across Glengarry.”

The HGMH Foundation continues to welcome support for the CT Scanner Campaign. To donate, volunteer, or learn more, visit www.hgmhfoundation.org.

From left to right: HGMH Foundation donors Kim and Denis Sabourin join Board of Directors Scott DaPrato and Pierre Vaillancourt. The Sabourins’ $50,828.50 contribution will help fund a state-of-the-art CT scanner, improving diagnostic accuracy, reducing patient transfers, and supporting faster treatment decisions for patients across SD&G and surrounding areas.

Kim Burton-Schram, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Seaway News
Dec 28, 2025
 

A special, holiday benefit gala was hosted at the Bonnie Glen in support of Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital (HGMH) and its efforts to raise funds to purchase a CT scanner for the hospital in North Glengarry. More than 100 guests attended the evening organized by Céline Séguin and Michel Diotte from the Bonnie Glen Pavilion. Thanks to the kindness of the community that organized and attended the fundraiser, $2,675 was donated to HGMH from the proceeds of the gala.

“On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Bonnie Glen for hosting such a successful Holiday Gala, and to everyone who attended in support of our Foundation,” said Mark Adam, HGMH Foundation Board Chair. “Events like this demonstrate the incredible generosity of our community. Every dollar raised helps strengthen rural healthcare and ensures we can continue providing exceptional care close to home.”

Having a CT scanner at Glengarry Memorial Hospital will provide diagnostic imaging that will allow for more accurate treatments and will save lives for stroke patients, emergency services and rehabilitation. The goal for the hospital’s foundation is to raise $3.5 million over the next two years. This initiative is part of the five-year strategic plan for HGMH as it works towards advancing infrastructure and technology to provide better health care services for the community.

We are deeply grateful to the Glengarry community and the Glengarry Highland Lodge No. 418 for bringing people together in support of two vital local causes: the HGMH Foundation and Maxville Manor.

Events like this are a powerful reminder that when our community shows up for one another, the impact reaches far beyond a single night. By supporting local healthcare and senior care close to home, donors are investing in the well-being of neighbours, friends, and families, today, and for generations to come.

This holiday season, if you are looking for a meaningful way to honour someone special or give back to your community, we invite you to consider making a donation. Every gift, whether it’s $25, $250, or more, helps move us closer to our goal of bringing a CT Scanner to our community hospital, ensuring timely, high-quality care close to home.

Together, we are strengthening local healthcare and proving that community truly makes a difference.

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Members of the Maxville Manor Foundation Board, the Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital Board of Directors, and the Board of Directors of La Fondation de l’Hôpital Glengarry Memorial Hospital Foundation, along with Kerri Albright, Campaign Manager for Maxville Manor, and Kim Jarencio, Fundraising Coordinator for the HGMH Foundation, came together this holiday season to celebrate community, generosity, and a shared commitment to local healthcare and seniors’ care.