The Slice 2010 Raises $107,610 for Burnaby Hospital
NEWS RELEASE | June 23, 2010
Shown above: Burnaby Hospital's Peter Matino and comedian extraordinaire, Roman Danylo, tickle funny bones to help raise $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!
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About Burnaby Hospital Foundation
Burnaby Hospital Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Burnaby Hospital. The Foundation raises financial resources needed for innovative health care equipment, state-of-the-art technology, capital projects and educational outreach. Established in 1982, the Foundation has raised over $24 million from over 68,000 donors. To find out how you can help, visit www.bhfoundation.ca/dev.
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
