/R E P E A T -- Media Advisory/Photo Opportunity - Markham Stouffville Hospital launches the $50 million Expansion Campaign/

MARKHAM, ON, May 11, 2012 /CNW/ - On Tuesday, May 15, the Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation will officially launch the $50 million Expansion Campaign. Funds raised will support the hospital expansion and help purchase medical equipment to meet the needs of the growing community.

Media are invited to Markham Stouffville Hospital to join the celebration of the $50 million Expansion Campaign launch and meet some of the hospital's greatest supporters. Guests will be greeted by Erin Davis, co-host of 98.1 CHFI's morning show and hear the story of a courageous patient and how Markham Stouffville Hospital made a difference in her life  and the life of her family.   

When:			Tuesday, May 15, 2012 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm
			Media check in at 2:20 pm outside the Markham Stouffville Hospital Auditorium
Where:			Markham Stouffville Hospital - Auditorium 381 Church Street Markham, ON L3P 7P3
Who:			Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Co-Chair, Markham Stouffville Hospital Expansion Campaign Peter Mason, Co-Chair, Markham Stouffville Hospital Expansion Campaign Janet Beed, President and CEO, Markham Stouffville Hospital Suzette Strong, CEO, Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation Erin Davis, Co-Host of 98.1 CHFI's Morning Show

About Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation

Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation exists to provide financial support as the hospital fulfils its mandate of providing compassionate, patient-centred care. Building a hospital is a partnership between the hospital, government and the community - each playing a significant role. All medical equipment is funded through donations from the community. Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation is raising $50 million to support the expansion of the hospital as it continues to provide excellent quality care to the community.

For more information on how to give, please visit us at http://www.msh.on.ca/foundations/msh

 

 

Contact Information:
Priscilla Hsu
Marketing and Communications Officer
Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation
381 Church Street, Markham, ON L3P 7P3
Tel: [phone] ext. 6177
Email: [email protected]