The Georgian Bay General Hospital (GBGH) Foundation is proud to announce the official launch of its “We See You: Inside and Out” capital campaign, a bold $20-million initiative to strengthen health care in North Simcoe and ensure every patient, caregiver, and community member feels truly seen.
Unveiled first at the Foundation’s Power of Giving event on September 13, the campaign marks a pivotal moment in the hospital’s journey to enhance care, expand services, and invest in critical infrastructure. With the support of dedicated community leaders, including Campaign Co-Chairs, Chris and Candice Bondar of Gilkon Construction and Dr. Cait Button, Chief of GBGH’s Emergency Department, the Foundation is rallying the community to reimagine what compassionate, accessible healthcare looks like.
“We See You is more than a fundraising campaign – it’s a promise to every person who walks through the doors at GBGH: you will be seen, cared for, and supported,” says Nicole Kraftscik, CEO, GBGH Foundation. “It’s a promise that together, we will improve access to health care, invest in life-saving equipment, and strengthen our hospital for generations to come.”
The campaign priorities include:
- Acute Mental Health: Building a 48,000 square foot addition to provide timely, compassionate mental health care for patients in crisis.
- Mammography Services: Increasing access to early detection and diagnosis for breast cancer.
- Pharmacy & Laboratory Renovations: Modernizing two of the hospital’s most vital departments to meet today’s safety and infection control standards, while unlocking greater efficiency and accuracy in patient care.
- Hospital-Wide Equipment Upgrades: Ensuring every department has the tools needed to deliver excellent care.
The campaign is already more than 70% of the way to its goal, with $14-million raised to date thanks to the generosity of local donors, businesses, and philanthropic partners. This remarkable progress reflects the deep commitment of the North Simcoe community to building a healthier future, together.
“This campaign is powered by the people who live, work and play here,” added Kraftscik. “Every gift, every dollar, every act of support is helping us strengthen our hospital to truly see and care for every person.”
The Foundation invites individuals, businesses, and organizations to get involved in the campaign, whether through donations, pledges, monthly giving, volunteering, hosting events, and advocacy.
In addition, everyone is invited to show their support for the campaign by purchasing ‘We See You’ campaign merchandise through the Foundation’s website. Every item, from cozy hoodies to drinkware, helps raise awareness and funds for the campaign.
To learn more or get involved, visit WeSeeYouGBGH.ca or contact Jamie Campbell, Director of Major Gifts & Campaigns (campbellja@gbgh.on.ca or 705-526-4483).
