The Slice 2010 Raises $107,610 for Burnaby Hospital

BURNABY – Burnaby Hospital Foundation’s signature event, The Slice, celebrated an astounding success on Friday, June 18, 2010, raising $107,610 to help purchase vital equipment needed at Burnaby Hospital.

“This is a significant achievement towards this year’s goal of $3 million for Burnaby Hospital’s highest priority equipment needs,” said Marcia Harrison, Acting President with Burnaby Hospital Foundation. “We couldn’t have reached this success without the dedication of our supporters. The proceeds raised from The Slice will truly help Burnaby Hospital care for its patients and the community at large.”

Now in its 24th year, The Slice drew a crowd of over 300 supporters to participate in the annual golf tournament at Riverway Golf Course and evening comedy night at the Hilton Vancouver Metrotown. Highlights from the full-day affair included activities like the “Closest to the Firehose” challenge (courtesy of the Burnaby Firefighters) and comedian extraordinaire, Roman Danylo (who has graced the stages of Just for Laughs and NBC’s Late Friday).

All proceeds from The Slice support Burnaby Hospital Foundation’s goal of raising $3 million to help purchase urgently-needed equipment at Burnaby Hospital.

This Year’s Goal is $3 Million

Each year, Burnaby Hospital cares for close to 200,000 patients. From diagnostic and medical procedures to life-saving surgeries, Burnaby Hospital plays a vital role in the community. But the medical tools and technologies required come at a high cost, which is why we need the community to help us raise $3 million and take care of the hospital that takes care of us!

High-resolution photos and interviews are available upon request by contacting Stephanie Leung at 604.431.2882. View the photo gallery at the Burnaby Hospital Foundation website.

Special Thanks to The Slice Sponsors

Founding Sponsor
Burnaby Firefighters Charitable Society

Gold Sponsor
Scotiabank

In-kind Sponsor
City of Burnaby

Silver Sponsors
Boffo Developments Ltd.
Canada Lands Company
Grand Villa Casino
Imperial Parking

Golf Cart Sponsor
Chevron Canada

Lunch Sponsor
ABC Recycling

Registration Sponsor
McLean Budden

Media Sponsor
Burnaby Now

Print Sponsor
Bond Repro

Sign Sponsor
SIGNARAMA

About the Burnaby Hospital Foundation

The Burnaby Hospital Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Burnaby Hospital. The foundation was established in 1982 to raise financial resources needed for life saving diagnostic, surgical, and medical equipment, innovative tools for patient care, and other community healthcare needs. More information is available at www.bhfoundation.ca.

Burnaby Hospital Foundation
3935 Kincaid St.
Burnaby, BC V5G 2X6
T: 604.431.2881
F: 604.434.9357
www.bhfoundation.ca
Media Contact: Stephanie Leung at steph.leung@fraserhealth.ca

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