The rain didn’t deter over 700 people from taking part in the 11th annual Our Hospital Walk/Run at the North Bay Regional Health Centre yesterday (Sunday).

They raised over $121,000.

Funds raised go towards the purchase of new medical equipment for the community.

“It is inspiring to see so many community members come together in support of our hospital,” Paul Heinrich, President & CEO, NBRHC, told the crowd during the opening ceremonies. “Proceeds raised from today’s event ensure that our community has access to care, close to home.”

North Bay resident, Linda Vander Schaaf shared her reasons for participating in the run. “In 2012 I was diagnosed with cancer. I used to think I was invincible. I lived a healthy life and participated in events like today’s Walk/Run. I never realized how important our hospital is until I needed it to save my life. Our hospital played an important role in my care and we are all here today to raise funds for our hospital because we never know when we are going to need it.”

Our Hospital Walk/Run is the largest community fundraiser held annually by the NBRHC Foundation. “The incredible fundraising efforts of our community support the purchase of state-of-the-art medical equipment” said Tammy Morison, Foundation President and CEO. “I appreciate the generosity of all our sponsors, race participants and volunteers who helped make Our Hospital Walk/Run a success again this year. Thank you for showing your pride in Canada, and for enhancing your healthcare, close to home.”

Community and Hospital teams were celebrated and recognized through the Team Challenge Awards.

  • The Community Team Challenge and Spirit Award: C21 Movers and Shakers – Century 21
  • Best Team Name Award: Mojo Fitness
  • The Youth Team Challenge: North Bay Minor Bantom AA Trappers
  • The Hospital Team Challenge: Wild Wild West – Forensic Program

Since the inception of Our Hospital Walk/Run in 2006, our community has raised more than $1,000,000 in support of the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC).

Race results and more information about the event are available at www.ourhospitalwalkrun.ca.

 

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