November 10, 2026, St. John’s, NL – The Health Care Foundation highlighted a year of significant achievements and transformational health care advancements at its Annual General Meeting, including a record $4.14 million transferred to Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, the largest annual transfer in the Foundation’s history. This milestone reflects the extraordinary generosity of donors, volunteers, sponsors and community partners, and a shared commitment to advancing health care through innovation, collaboration and compassionate care.
Throughout the year, donor support helped advance several major health care initiatives, including Newfoundland and Labrador’s first robotic-assisted surgery program, MRI services at the Ambulatory Health Hub, and the revitalization and expansion of the cardiac catheterization laboratories at the Health Sciences Centre.
Beyond equipment and technology, the Foundation continued to support programs that enhance comfort, dignity and well-being, helping improve the health care experience for patients, residents and families across the province.
The year was also marked by strong community engagement and fundraising success. Signature events, including The Big Raise (in support of medical imaging) and Brunch with the Bags™ (in support of women’s health), brought communities together around vital health care priorities. Alongside the continued success of the Health Care Home Lottery, these initiatives reflect the generosity and enthusiasm of donors, volunteers, sponsors, lottery participants and community partners, whose collective support help advance health care for patients and families throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
“This is an extraordinary milestone and a reflection of the generosity of our community and our commitment to turning philanthropy into meaningful improvements in health care,” said Paul Snow, President and CEO of the Health Care Foundation. “More importantly, these funds are already advancing patient care, technology, research and innovation for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.”
NL Health Services welcomed the record transfer, recognizing the important role of its ongoing partnership with the Health Care Foundation in strengthening health care services, expanding access to care and supporting priorities that benefit patients and families throughout the province.
“We are grateful for our ongoing partnership with the Health Care Foundation and the generosity of the donors who help make these investments possible,” said Ron Johnson, President and CEO (Interim), NL Health Services. “These are significant investments, and their true value is found in what they make possible: earlier answers, more precise care, increased capacity, greater comfort and a better experience for patients and families.”
As the Foundation looks ahead, it remains focused on supporting transformational health care initiatives, strengthening partnerships and ensuring that donor generosity continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of people throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.
Quick Facts
- 539 robotic-assisted surgeries performed
- Two new MRI systems operational
- Approx. 65% reduction in cardiac catheterization lab waitlists
About the Health Care Foundation
The Health Care Foundation advances adult health care in Newfoundland and Labrador, providing essential support to NL Health Services. Through the generosity of donors, the Foundation funds advanced equipment, innovative programs, research and education, empowering health care teams to deliver exceptional patient care in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Melanie O’Brien, Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Health Care Foundation
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