2025 Donor Impact Report
FOR THOSE THAT BUILT THIS COMMUNITY.
A message from our leaders
See your impact in action.
In 2025, the CGMH Foundation officially launched the $100+ Million campaign to build Tomorrow’s Hospital for South Georgian Bay. This once in a generation project will see a state-of-the-art hospital built on land donated by the Di Poce family at Poplar Sideroad and Ragan Street in Collingwood. Thanks to the generosity and commitment of our community, we have already raised over $75 million towards Tomorrow’s Hospital, but there is still a long way to go.
In parallel with the launch of the campaign, CGMH hired a dedicated Hospital Development Team from the funds allotted to the project that Sylvia Jones, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health announced for the hospital in December 2024. The Hospital Development project moved into the Detailed Planning stage of the capital planning framework managed by the Ministry of Health and Infrastructure Ontario. It is anticipated that construction will begin in late fall of 2028.
Things have also been changing around the current hospital. In July of 2025, the first MRI patient was scanned at CGMH. Thanks to the generosity of our community, whose donations made this vital piece of equipment possible, having the MRI means residents can now access this lifesaving Diagnostic Imaging service right here at home.
Last fall, the CGMH Foundation relocated from the hospital to make room for a new Diagnostic Imaging suite that will house a new SPECT CT machine, an important addition made possible through your donations. The Foundation team can now be found at 1 First Street, Suite 204, in Collingwood.
Your actions continually demonstrate that advancing healthcare in South Georgian Bay is important to you. Through your ongoing commitment to our mission, our hospital is better equipped to meet the evolving needs of CGMH patients. The compassion and generosity you share today make a meaningful difference for our friends, family, and neighbours today and as we plan for Tomorrow’s Hospital.
With sincere thanks for your generosity and your support of CGMH’s vision for outstanding care for life.
In gratitude,
Brad Miller, Chair of the Board of Directors, CGMH Foundation
Sandra Taylor, President & CEO, CGMH Foundation
FOUNDATION GIVING STATS
$16.6 Million generated for Tomorrow’s Hospital
Thank you to the 3,719 donors who made 7,026 donations in 2025. Individuals, families, foundations, municipalities, and businesses all came together last year to raise over $16 million for Tomorrow’s Hospital.
We are proud to share that based on a five-year average cost to raise a dollar, $0.83 cents of every dollar is going to support the Hospital’s highest needs, with just under $0.17 cents of every dollar supporting our fundraising and operations.
Interested in learning more? Download the complete audited financial statements below or contact the Foundation Office at (705) 444-8645.
2025 Your Impact
At CGMH, 90% of all hospital equipment & technology is funded by your donations. Thanks to your incredible generosity, 2024 marked a year of meaningful impact. Here are some examples of what was made possible with your support.
Achieving excellence in imaging, thanks to donor support.
CGMH’s new X-Ray machine provides sharper, more detailed images to support faster and more accurate diagnoses. The system includes fluoroscopy, which offers real-time imaging – particularly useful for joint and spinal injections in our orthopaedic department. This helps us better manage pain and guide treatment for conditions affecting the hips, shoulders, and lower back. Robotic features improve precision and make the equipment easier for staff to operate. We’ve also added a patient lift to support more comfortable transfers to the imaging table, especially for those with mobility issues or pain. Read more.
“Our previous system, which we used for diagnostic radiographs and to guide procedures, was really showing its age. The new system has been a game changer. It provides fast, reliable imaging that helps us deliver studies for diagnosis and treatment. Reliable tools such as this make all the difference in a busy radiology department. It’s a major step forward in delivering safe, efficient, and timely care.” says Dr. Carstensen, CGMH Radiologist.
You’re transforming the way we treat and diagnose patients with a new state-of-the-art CT scanner.
CGMH installed a new state-of-the-art CT scanner on December 18, 2024, replacing equipment that had been in use for over a decade. Thanks to donor support, the scanner offers faster imaging, higher resolution, and reduced radiation exposure—improving both the accuracy and safety of diagnostic exams. With advanced automation and faster scan times, the CT scanner supports quicker diagnoses and better care planning, especially in high-demand areas like trauma and oncology. This upgrade is part of a broader initiative to enhance our diagnostic imaging services, with future improvements including the arrival of our first MRI machine in 2025. Read more.
“Having access to more detailed information will help our healthcare team make accurate diagnoses, allowing CGMH patients to begin the right treatment journey as quickly as possible,” says Dr. Murray Miller, CGMH Chief of Radiology.
Your donations are advancing the speed of critical testing.
The new transfusion analyzer allows the CGMH lab team to now process blood bank test results in half the time – and a lot more of them. In the past it would take a single Medical Laboratory Technologist 1 hour to manually process a single sample. Now, the transfusion analyzer can process numerous samples in half the amount of time. Additionally, the automated method frees up our Laboratory Technologist’s time so they can focus on reporting other tests, greatly impacting the turnaround time for all tests, decreasing processing time and delivering information to the patient sooner. Read more.
“While many larger centres have this type of equipment, it is innovative for a smaller lab like ours to have it, and it’s a step in the direction of lab automation. This new process improves efficiency and helps improve the patient experience with reduced turnaround times.” – Sarah Hamilton, CGMH Manager, Laboratory and Quality Lead
Thanks to you, accessibility is safer and more comfortable.
Thanks to donor support, CGMH has replaced outdated transport chairs with new Staxi wheelchairs—improving safety, comfort, and accessibility for patients across the hospital. These upgraded chairs are used daily to transport elderly, injured, and orthopaedic patients to appointments and procedures.
The Staxi models offer cushioned seats, elevating leg rests, a fail-safe brake system, and a stackable design that saves space. They are easy to clean and eliminate trip hazards, and the load-balancing features reduce physical strain on staff and volunteers.
“We were running short of wheelchairs, and they’re essential to how we care for and move patients,” said Sadie Nixon, Manager of Volunteer Services. “We’re incredibly grateful to the Foundation and to donors who helped fund this much-needed upgrade.”
Matthew’s Story of Survival and Gratitude at CGMH
Wasaga Beach realtor Matthew Zuccarini was on a routine drive through Collingwood when everything changed. Without warning, he was overcome by nausea and confusion. Unable to explain where he was, he called his wife, Amanda. Her quick thinking and a phone tracking app led emergency services straight to him.
By the time Amanda got to the scene, what had seemed like a panic attack quickly escalated. Matthew’s heart rate surged to 278 beats per minute. He was rushed to CGMH, where he was met by a team of skilled healthcare professionals.
At CGMH, Matthew was placed under the care of Dr. Mike Randazzo, Chief of Internal Medicine. Recognizing the severity of the situation, Dr. Randazzo made a critical call: “I think we’re going to have to shock him.” Moments later, Matthew’s heart stopped.
What happened next felt surreal. Matthew recalls hovering above his body, watching the medical team work, and seeing his late father gently guide him back to his body. His first word after being revived was the name of a medication Amanda had struggled to remember – a moment the couple describes as “divine.”
Matthew spent two weeks in CGMH’s Intensive Care Unit. Understanding how much he missed his young son, the nursing team arranged a special visit in the hospital garden. That moment gave Matthew the strength to keep fighting. Just weeks after returning home, Amanda discovered she was expecting their second child – a daughter Matthew was able to meet, thanks to the swift and skilled response of CGMH’s medical team.
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“I should not have survived,” Matthew says. “But because of CGMH, I did.” In May, the Zuccarinis invited Dr. Randazzo into their home to express their gratitude. Matthew later shared on social media, “This is the man that revived me from the brink of death… He’s my angel on earth.”
Events
From the rink to the dance floor, generosity lives here.
Raising a total of $298,639, here are a few highlights from our community-hosted events.
From the ice to the fairway, our community played it forward
Local sports events brought out the best in our community again this year, proving that a little friendly competition can go a long way.
On the ice, the Curling Club of Collingwood raised $2,141, and the Stayner Foodland Bonspiel had another strong year, bringing in $5,056. Ski Bees kept their winter tradition alive with a silent auction that raised $3,397, and Osler 42 contributed $3,350 on the course.
Golf was a real highlight in 2025. The Ladies Section at Blue Mountain Golf and Country Club raised $3,325, while Golf4Good at Duntroon Highlands brought in $25,925, to support the local healthcare. Fairways to Families First held their inaugural tournament this year and raised $30,000
The Collingwood Blues Hockey community rounded out the year with $6,521, supporting Tomorrow’s Hospital.
Turning milestones into something more
This year, birthdays, anniversaries, and backyard gatherings turned into celebrations that left a lasting impact.
Brenda’s 60th birthday raised $8,273, and Kathleen Chin hosted a lovely series of tea parties throughout the year that brought people together and raised $2,610. A backyard BBQ and summer concert pulled the neighborhood in and raised $1,285.
Barb and Len’s 60th anniversary celebration brought in over $1,000, as did John and Chris’ wedding anniversary. Robert and Kathleen marked 10 years together with family and friends, raising $1,540.
The younger generation showed up with big hearts as well. Charlotte raised $210 for her 10th birthday, Mateo contributed $140 for his 8th, and Nora ran a lemonade stand that brought in $75 to support the future of healthcare in South Georgian Bay.
Big events & even bigger hearts
Across South Georgian Bay, community-led events showed just how much can be accomplished when people come together around a shared purpose.
Jax Pays It Forward brought the community together once again for their annual event and raised $7,444. The Backspin Band raised $13,335 through a night of live music and local energy. The Rotary Club of South Georgian Bay brought in $10,000 at their St. Patrick’s Day event, featuring the Signal Hill Band and a whole lot of energy.
The Wasaga Beach Rodeo brought in $25,250 through a day that had something for everyone. And then there was David Barrett’s Evening of Music with the Jim Cuddy Trio, which raised over $59,000, a beautiful reminder of what this community can do when it comes together.
Local businesses, big impacts
Local businesses across South Georgian Bay found all kinds of ways to support CGMH this year, and we are so grateful for each one of them.
OslerBrook donated items to a silent auction that raised $5,250, while AGNORA’s Pre-Loved Fashion Sale once again drew strong community support, bringing in $16,375. Blue Mountain Resorts turned their Lost and Found sale into nearly $4,000 for local health care.
Greg Syrota supported the Foundation throughout the year through client appreciation events, raising $715 in the spring and $1,890 in the fall, along with an additional $1,550 from a portion of home sales. Kathleen Wilkinson’s client appreciation event raised $23,750 with connection & gratitude.
Darren Neil and Sons Excavating raised $1,723 through their staff party, and Serendipity Soy Candles raised $1,850 with their Tree of Life candle in support of Tomorrow’s Hospital.
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President & CEO Transition: Celebrating Jory Pritchard‑Kerr and Welcoming Sandra Taylor
The past year marked a significant moment in the history of the CGMH Foundation, as we prepared for the transition of leadership following the retirement of our long‑serving President and CEO, Jory Pritchard‑Kerr, and welcomed a new chapter under incoming CEO Sandra Taylor.
After more than 37 years of extraordinary service, Jory retired on June 30, 2025, leaving behind a legacy that has shaped the Foundation and healthcare across South Georgian Bay. As the Foundation’s first employee, Jory played a crucial role in building the organization from the ground up, guiding it with vision and determination.
Throughout her tenure, Jory’s leadership helped advance the vision of outstanding care for our community, and her influence can be seen in nearly every corner of the hospital today. Over the past decade, Jory worked alongside hospital leadership and key stakeholders to help secure government approval for a new hospital and was instrumental in the land gift that will support healthcare delivery in the region for generations to come.
Jory’s impact extended well beyond our local community. A respected leader in healthcare philanthropy, she was involved in professional associations in Canada and the United States and was the 2022 recipient of the Si Seymour Award for distinguished leadership from the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy. Her mentorship, strategic insight, and commitment to excellence have left a lasting imprint on the Foundation’s culture and its future direction.
As we celebrated Jory’s remarkable career, the Foundation Board worked diligently to ensure a thoughtful and seamless transition. Following a comprehensive national search, the Board unanimously appointed Sandra Taylor as the Foundation’s next President and CEO, with her appointment ratified in April 2025.
Sandra brings more than 25 years of experience in fundraising and communications within the nonprofit sector, including leadership experience as Executive Director of the Georgetown Hospital Foundation. With a collaborative leadership style and a strong track record in major gift fundraising and campaign work, Sandra is exceptionally well positioned to carry forward the vision and success established under Jory’s leadership.
Sandra joined the CGMH Foundation team on August 5, 2025, at a pivotal moment in our organization’s history. As plans for Tomorrow’s Hospital continue to advance, her experience, enthusiasm, and commitment to community partnership will be critical as we work together to turn this vision into a reality.
This transition reflects both continuity and renewal. We honour the incredible contributions of Jory Pritchard‑Kerr with gratitude, while confidently embracing the future under Sandra Taylor’s leadership. Together with our supporters and volunteers, the CGMH Foundation remains focused in its mission to advance healthcare in South Georgian Bay.
And those who will inherit it.
Growth in Endowment
Growth in Endowment
Established in 1993, the Dr. A.R. Stephen Endowment Fund honours the legacy of the first physician to practice at CGMH in the late 1880’s. Dr. Stephen not only cared for the people of Collingwood and area but was also a philanthropist who supported many local charities.
Today, the Fund continues his legacy by ensuring that CGMH has the resources it needs to meet current demands, while the Foundation focuses on building Tomorrow’s Hospital. Through the combination of bequest gifts and a solid investment strategy, the fund continues to exceed its goal of maintaining the Endowment Fund at $30 million.
In 2025, the Fund had a return of 7.47% (gross of fees) and made $1.25 M available for investments in equipment and technology.
As we continue our fundraising efforts to build Tomorrow’s Hospital, the Endowment Fund remains focused on supporting the needs of our community today.
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Inspired by the Next Generation
The 2025 Tree of Life Campaign marked a meaningful milestone for the CGMH Foundation. For the first time, this holiday tradition supported Tomorrow’s Hospital, raising over $1.7 million to support the future of care in South Georgian Bay.
The campaign was inspired by an show of generosity that began earlier in the year, led by some of the youngest members of our community. Children stepped forward on their own initiative, donating birthday money and hosting small fundraisers simply because they believed everyone deserves access to excellent healthcare close to home. Their generosity was a powerful reminder that Tomorrow’s Hospital matters to every generation, and that meaningful leadership can come at any age.
This spirit of giving helped shape the 2025 Tree of Life Campaign and its focus on building for the future. Early momentum was strengthened by the generosity of Mike Jackson GM, whose matching gift of up to $25,000 helped launch the campaign and encouraged others to give. From there, the community responded with overwhelming support.
The campaign is helping advance Tomorrow’s Hospital, a modern facility designed to serve a growing community.
We are so grateful to every donor who supported the 2025 Tree of Life Campaign. Inspired by the generosity of our community’s youngest supporters, your gifts are helping transform local healthcare and ensure exceptional care for generations to come.
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There’s strength in numbers
Building a new hospital requires the support of everyone in our community, and our Monthly Giving Club members understand this responsibility and rise to the challenge. Through their dependable monthly gifts, they are helping make Tomorrow’s Hospital a reality. This state‑of‑the‑art facility that is an investment in our future and will benefit generations to come. Together, they are shaping the future of healthcare our growing community needs and deserves.
In 2025, monthly donations ranged from $5 to over $100 and averaged at $71 per month per member. Collectively, our 207 Monthly Giving Club members raised $148,607, with every dollar directed toward Tomorrow’s Hospital.
We have to remember that CGMH is a small-town hospital, affecting people in different times throughout their lives. Having the best hospital equipment not only helps our doctors and nurses deliver better quality of care but it also helps recruit the best healthcare professionals. We have an excellent healthcare team here because of the supportive community that funds state-of-the-art equipment to CGMH. That is why Karen and I felt it was important to donate on a monthly basis.
CGMH Foundation Monthly Donor & Board Member Jon Cheek with his family
Giving Circle
Giving Circle raises $102,726 to Fund Innovative Healthcare Projects
In September 2025, 79 women came together for the Giving Circle’s Annual Meeting, an inspiring evening celebrating generosity, innovation, and the future of healthcare at CGMH. This year’s gathering brought together community members and hospital professionals for an inside look at projects designed to improve patient care directly. The event showcased five compelling presentations and provided members with the opportunity to vote on which initiatives would receive funding. Thanks to the collective generosity of our members, we raised $102,726, allowing the top four projects to move forward:
OMNI Hysteroscope & Instrument Set
A minimally invasive scope that improves the diagnosis and treatment of uterine conditions, reducing recovery time and complications.
DXA Encode
A software platform that streamlines Bone Mineral Density reporting, saving time for technologists and ensuring consistent, up-to-date clinical practices
CBT for Psychosis Training
An evidence-based therapy that equips patients with strategies to manage psychosis symptoms and supports recovery-focused care.
Mindful Meals
A pilot food pantry in the Mental Health building, providing nutritious meals to outpatients and supporting both well-being and treatment adherence.
ReDevelopment & Future Planning
An Historic Campaign for South Georgian Bay.
2025 marked a pivotal year in the journey toward Tomorrow’s Hospital, one defined by extraordinary community support, tangible progress, and a shared commitment to both today’s care and tomorrow’s possibilities.
In April 2025, the CGMH Foundation officially kicked-off of the Campaign for Tomorrow’s Hospital, a bold, community-powered effort to raise $100+ million in support of a new, state-of-the-art hospital for South Georgian Bay. The response was immediate and inspiring. Thanks to the generosity of donors, partners, volunteers, and champions across our communities, the campaign exceeded $75 million by the end of the year. This remarkable momentum reflects not only confidence in the vision, but a deep support for the future of healthcare in our community.
Transforming Care Today
While our planning for the future accelerated, 2025 also delivered meaningful improvements for patients today. In October, the very first MRI machine opened at CGMH, made possible through the generous donations during the 2023 Tree of Life campaign. This equipment addition is already having a profound impact, reducing wait times, and eliminating the need for many patients to travel outside the community for faster diagnoses and treatment closer to home.
The MRI reflects the meaningful impact of previous community support, while the Foundation’s focus has now fully shifted to advancing Tomorrow’s Hospital.
Preparing for the future
Behind the scenes, significant progress was made to prepare for the largest infrastructure project in the hospital’s history. In 2025, a dedicated Hospital Development team was assembled to focus exclusively on advancing the planning, design, and readiness work required for the new hospital build. This team is laying the technical and operational groundwork that will support construction and long-term success.
Equally important was ensuring Tomorrow’s Hospital reflects the needs and values of the community it will serve. In the fall, community visioning sessions were held to gather insight, ideas, and feedback from residents, donors, health-care professionals, and community leaders. These sessions helped inform priorities around accessibility, patient experience, sustainability, and growth while ensuring the new hospital is not only modern, but deeply connected to the people it serves.
The annual Tree of Life Campaign continued to be a driving force in 2025, raising over $1.7 million towards Tomorrow’s Hospital.
Looking Ahead to 2026
As we look to 2026, the focus is clear: build on the momentum. The campaign for Tomorrow’s Hospital will continue to advance towards its $100+ million goal, while detailed planning for the new hospital intensifies.
In April of 2026, CGMH announced the pivotal milestone of the official transfer of a 54‑acre site at Poplar Sideroad and Raglan Street to be the future home of Tomorrow’s Hospital.
For a vision that began as an idea on paper, this moment marks a powerful turning point. The official transfer of the land transformed more than 10 years of planning, fundraising and community conversation into something tangile and undeniable. A hospital once imagined now has a place to grow, firmly grounding the vision in our community and signalling that tomorrow is no longer a distant concept.
A Day Away – The Foundation podcast – Season 2
Join us for Season 2 of our podcast, A Day Away. From behind‑the‑scenes innovations in our current hospital to the power of community support, we explore the stories that matter most, including the plans shaping Tomorrow’s Hospital for South Georgian Bay.
Have a listen and be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow’s healthcare today.
BIG PLANS.
SMALL TOWN HEART.