Women In Action Spring into Action
Published Wednesday, June 21, 2023
The Emergency Department (ED) at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) has the support of a special group of dynamic and dedicated women.
Formed in 2016, Women In Action (WIA) has a membership of over 100 women who share a philanthropic interest of improving healthcare at the Health Sciences Centre – in particular, its ED.
TBRHSC’s Emergency Department is one of the busiest in Canada, treating 100,000+ patients each year.
Over its seven years, WIA has raised $380,940 for ED projects such as upgrades to both the Trauma and Resuscitation Rooms, upgrades to the waiting room and medical equipment, and creation of a De-escalation Room for patients having mental health issues to calm down in before treatment.
At its recent spring social networking and recruitment event, WIA announced its new three-year corporate sponsor – Alterna Savings.
“We know our investment and sponsorship of Women In Action will create tangible, positive change for the betterment of healthcare in the community,” says Rob Paterson, CEO of Alterna Savings. “As a credit union, giving back to our local communities is at the heart of what we’re about. Being the Corporate Sponsor for Women In Action is something very meaningful to our employees and our valued members across Northwestern Ontario.”
“Being a part of Women in Action is so rewarding,” says Sharon Bon, WIA Chair. “Not only do we enjoy great events, but knowing that our membership donation is supporting a great cause is wonderful. Having Alterna Savings on board as our major sponsor guarantees that all membership fees will go to improving local health care.”
For more information on joining Women In Action, visit healthsciencesfoundation.ca/women-in-action or call Anne Antenucci at (807) 684-7106.