This year marks the 80th anniversary for Bourgeois Motors, a milestone that reflects decades of trusted service and deep community roots. Known for quality vehicles and care, Bourgeois Auto Group has also been a long-standing champion of local causes. Their Strategic Partner pledge builds on this legacy, reinforcing their commitment to ensuring excellent health care is available close to home, now and for future generations.

“Georgian Bay General Hospital is a cornerstone of our community, providing essential care to countless families, including our own,” share Adam and Beth Bourgeois of Bourgeois Auto Group. “We recognize the critical role the hospital plays in our region’s well-being. Our commitment to the GBGH Foundation is our way of giving back and supporting the hospital’s ongoing efforts to expand and enhance its services. We hope our contribution helps ensure that GBGH continues to meet the evolving needs of our local community, as well as the many visitors who spend summers in the Georgian Bay region.”

Through their Strategic Partnership, Bourgeois Auto Group joins the We See You campaign, a bold $20-million initiative to strengthen health care in North Simcoe through investments in vital equipment, technology, and mental health services.

“We are sincerely grateful to Bourgeois Auto Group for their continued generosity and unwavering support of GBGH,” says Nicole Kraftscik, CEO, GBGH Foundation. “Their commitment goes far beyond financial giving – they consistently show up for our hospital and our community in meaningful ways through participation at events, in-kind donations and more. Bourgeois Auto Group exemplifies what it means to be a true community leader.”

With each new Strategic Partner, the We See You campaign gains momentum, fueled by the generosity and leadership of local businesses. Bourgeois Auto Group joins a growing network of partners who see the importance of care close to home and choose to invest in a strong hospital for our community.

To learn more about the We See You campaign, visit: http://weseeyougbgh.ca/ or to learn more about Business Cares, visit: https://gbghf.ca/get-involved/business-cares/

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Established by the GBGH Foundation in 2009, the $5,000 award is shared between the winners toward furthering their professional learning and development.

“We are so fortunate to have many incredible people on the GBGH Team, and it’s a pleasure to be able to celebrate the contributions of this year’s recipients,” says Nicole Kraftscik, CEO, GBGH Foundation. “Alex and Alanna are innovators who care deeply about patients and the GBGH Team, and they truly exemplify the dedication that drives our hospital forward.”

Alex Rawn has dedicated many years of exceptional service, evolving from a Registered Nurse and Professional Practice Leader into an outstanding clinical supervisor, demonstrating unwavering commitment and excellence in every role. She is recognized for connecting teams together and ensuring successful implementation of new programs and innovative technology in Obstetrics, Surgical Services, and Ambulatory Care.

 “Alex is widely regarded as a calming influence who works well as part of a team. She is extremely open to feedback and working to improve patient and staff experience,” shares Karen Redpath, clinical director, GBGH, who nominated Alex for the award. “Alex is also always ready to support the overall goals of GBGH. Her approach and collaboration is inspiring.”

Alanna Bouffard is a Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at GBGH, and an exceptional contributor to the hospital’s DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) committee. Her dedication and passion for DEIB initiatives have made a significant impact, particularly through her involvement in events like Bell Let’s Talk Day, the ItStarts campaign, and her work on the creation of a learning module for understanding and proper use of personal pronouns.

“Alanna’s enthusiasm for DEIB initiatives is truly infectious, and her consistent participation and dedication make her a strong champion for our ongoing efforts,” shares Angela Wiggins, VP of people & culture and CHRO at GBGH. “Supporting Alanna through the Hartog award will allow her to continue to pursue her education and bring those efforts back to GBGH for further support and growth.”

The GBGH Foundation Board of Directors and staff extend their sincere congratulations and heartfelt thanks to this year’s recipients.

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Municipal investment in equipment and technology for GBGH is critical to ensuring a strong hospital for our entire North Simcoe community. In 2023, some of the most urgent priorities include an MRI machine, brand new x-ray rooms, surgical & procedure tables and laboratory equipment.

“We value our partnerships with our local municipalities, and share their vision of collaboration to ensure a strong vibrant future for our region,” shares Nicole Kraftscik, CEO, GBGH Foundation. “The Town of Penetanguishene has been a loyal partner of GBGH for many years, and this gift is going to help strengthen our hospital to care for the entire community. We are so grateful for their ongoing support.”

The donation to Georgian Bay Physician Recruitment will fund efforts to ensure everyone in the community has a family doctor, now and in the future. Our community & hospital will require more than 20 new family physicians & specialists over the next five years to fill the gaps of retiring physicians and community expansion, making recruitment and retention a top priority.

“In the current health human resource environment, we face continued recruitment challenges for both community and hospital-based physicians,” says Dr. Jeff Golisky, chair, Georgian Bay Physician Recruitment. “This gift from the Town of Penetanguishene will help support community visits, locum accommodations, relocation expenses and marketing efforts to ensure that we are a top choice for physicians looking to establish a practice.”

Anyone interested in learning more about the Foundation’s Impact Fund, and making a difference at GBGH with a gift, can visit https://gbghf.ca/current-needs/impact-fund/. For more information about physician recruitment efforts in North Simcoe, visit https://georgianbayphysicianrecruitment.com/

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