It was a perfect summer evening for a great cause as Larry and Liz Marshall hosted their 5th Annual Oak Bay Corn Roast on September 3, 2025. With nearly 60 guests in attendance, the event raised an incredible $2,052 in support of the Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation’s “We See You” Capital Campaign.
What started as a neighbourhood get-together has grown into a heartwarming annual tradition that combines fun, food, and philanthropy. Over the past five years, the Marshalls’ Corn Roast has raised more than $7,500 to help fund critical hospital priorities, ranging from essential equipment to the hospital’s new MRI. This year’s event brought together friends, family, and neighbours for an evening of connection and generosity, all in support of strengthening local health care.
“Every year, we’re amazed by the support and kindness of our community,” say Larry and Liz Marshall. “We host this event because GBGH means so much to all of us, and we’re proud to help make a difference close to home.”
The Marshalls also extended special thanks to the McBride Riders for generously providing their tent for the event, and to a group of local children who hosted a bake sale, raising an additional $170 to add to the total.
“The Oak Bay Corn Roast is a perfect example of how community spirit can fuel excellent care,” says Robyn Kaczanowski, community giving officer, GBGH Foundation. “Larry and Liz have turned a simple summer tradition into a powerful way to give back, and we’re so grateful for their continued generosity.”
To learn more about how community events like this make a difference, or to host your own fundraiser in support of GBGH, visit https://gbghf.ca/partnership-events/.
