Islanders Raise Nearly $60,000 for Breast Cancer Equipment in Ultimate Shed Giveaway
JULY 8, 2026
CHARLOTTETOWN, PE – The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of the 2026 Ultimate Shed Giveaway, raising an incredible $59,926 in support of breast health care at the QEH. This year’s grand prize, Linden Hollow—a professionally designed, fully furnished luxury shed valued at over $40,000—was awarded to Denis Gignac of Spring Valley during a live draw held at Kent Charlottetown on July 3rd.
Now in its sixth year, the Ultimate Shed Giveaway is a community-led campaign spearheaded by Jennie Arsenault of Arsenault Bros. Construction, Sara Dykerman of Plank & Pine Interior Design, and Jim Power of Kent Building Supplies. To date through this campaign, supporters have raised nearly $366,000 to fund the purchase of essential breast health equipment and technology at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
“The Ultimate Shed continues to be a wonderful example of what can be accomplished when community partners come together in support of healthcare.” says Tracey Comeau, CEO of QEH Foundation. “Thanks to the generosity of the volunteers, businesses, sponsors and ticket purchasers who made this project possible, every dollar raised will support this priority equipment need at our Island’s main referral hospital.”
This year, proceeds will help fund the purchase of a Navigator 2.0 Control Unit and Lymphatic Mapping Probes, which is vital equipment used during breast cancer surgery.
“This technology helps provide more accurate staging and surgical outcomes, supports better decision-making, and ultimately leads to stronger outcomes for patients,” explains Cindy Barry, Nurse Manager, Surgical Services. “Without this equipment, these procedures would be limited or delayed, and more patients may need to travel or face longer wait times for care.”
Each year, about 250 Islanders rely on this type of surgery at the QEH.
The QEH Foundation extends heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to this year’s success—ticket buyers, volunteers, sponsors, and the dedicated team behind Linden Hollow. It truly takes a village!
To learn more about the QEH Foundation or to support healthcare in PEI, visit qehfoundation.pe.ca.
QEH Foundation Supports Breast Health with the 2026 Ultimate Shed Giveaway
JUNE 20, 2026
CHARLOTTETOWN, PE – The Ultimate Shed Giveaway is back, featuring Linden Hollow — a one-of-a-kind, professionally designed backyard retreat valued at more than $40,000. Tickets are on sale now at qehfoundation.pe.ca/shed, the QEH Foundation office, and all five Kent Building Supplies locations across Prince Edward Island.
Built with care by PEI’s leading construction and design professionals, Linden Hollow is more than just a beautiful shed. It’s fully insulated, wired, and furnished, and includes up to $1,000 in electrical hook-up along with free delivery to any accessible location on PEI. Whether it becomes a quiet escape, a home office, or a cozy guest space, it’s designed to bring comfort and joy to its future owner.
Islanders can step inside Linden Hollow during a public Open House at Kent Charlottetown on Saturday, June 20 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Now in its sixth year, the Ultimate Shed Giveaway is a community-led campaign spearheaded by Jennie Arsenault of Arsenault Bros. Construction, Sara Dykerman of Plank & Pine Interior Design, and Jim Power of Kent Building Supplies.
Together through this campaign, Islanders have already helped raise nearly $325,000 to support breast health through essential equipment and technology purchases at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
This year, proceeds will help fund the purchase of a Navigator 2.0 Control Unit and Lymphatic Mapping Probes — vital equipment used during breast cancer surgery.
“This technology helps provide more accurate staging and surgical outcomes, supports better decision-making, and ultimately leads to stronger outcomes for patients,” explains Cindy Barry, Nurse Manager of Surgical Services. “Without this equipment, these procedures would be limited or delayed, and more patients may need to travel or face longer wait times for care.”
Each year, about 250 Islanders rely on this type of surgery at the QEH.
“This campaign is a powerful reminder of what we can accomplish together,” says Tracey Comeau, CEO of the QEH Foundation. “Every ticket purchased helps ensure our medical teams have the tools they need to deliver the very best care to Islanders facing a breast cancer diagnosis.”
Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100. They are available online and at Kent locations until June 30, and in person until 11:00 a.m. on July 3 at the QEH Foundation office.
The grand prize draw will take place at Kent Charlottetown on Friday, July 3 at 12:00 p.m., and will be broadcast live on the QEH Foundation Facebook page.
To purchase tickets, view photos, or learn more, visit qehfoundation.pe.ca/shed.
Generosity in Full Swing: $124,062 Raised at 23rd Annual Harry MacLauchlan Memorial Golf Tournament
JUNE 11, 2026
Charlottetown, PE – The spirit of community took centre stage at Belvedere Golf Club on June 10th as the 23rd Harry MacLauchlan “Great Day” Fore Health Memorial Golf Tournament—presented by Fair Isle Ford in partnership with the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty—brought Islanders together in support of a great cause. By day’s end, the tournament had raised a record-breaking $124,062 for priority medical equipment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
From left to right: John Scales, QEH Foundation Board Chair; Wade MacLauchlan, representing the MacLauchlan family; Neal Noseworthy, Fair Isle Ford; and event co-chairs Mike Hennessey and Jamie Currie of the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty
“It is a privilege to honour the legacy and generosity of Harry and Marjorie MacLauchlan, whose commitment to community continues to inspire us,” said Tournament Co‑Chair Mike Hennessey. “Every golfer, sponsor, and volunteer helped make this day extraordinary. Together, we’re strengthening our Island’s largest hospital and supporting the teams who care for Islanders every day.”
Kreative Acres claimed top honours at this year’s tournament, capping off a day defined by friendly rivalries and plenty of good humour.
This year’s proceeds will help purchase six Trauma Electric Imaging Stretchers for the QEH Emergency Department—critical equipment that supports patients in their most urgent moments. With this year’s total, the annual tournament has now raised over $1.3 million since 2003.
The QEH Foundation also celebrated its long-standing partnership with the Rotary Club of Charlottetown Royalty. “We are so grateful to the Rotary Club for their long-standing leadership and support,” said John Scales, QEH Foundation Board Chair. “Their commitment strengthens our community and inspires all of us to keep raising the bar.”
Tournament Co‑Chairs Mike Hennessey and Jamie Currie, along with the Rotary planning committee, extend heartfelt thanks to everyone who made the day possible. Special recognition goes to Presenting Sponsor Fair Isle Ford, whose support fuels the tournament’s continued success. The Foundation also acknowledges Corporate Sponsors Canadian Tire and Island Petroleum, and the Lifeline Sponsors A&S Scrap Metals; IG Private Wealth Management Currie, Slaunwhite, Hughes & Associates; Island Coastal; RBC Insurance; and the Government of PEI. A warm welcome to PEI Mutual Insurance Company, joining this year as the Cart Sponsor.
Media Contact:
Ellen Egan
Director, Marketing & Communications
QEH Foundation
Email: ellenegan@ihis.org
Phone: (902) 894-2956
Islanders Come Together to Raise $1,124,541 for Critical Healthcare Priorities During QEH Big Day of Giving
MAY 21, 2026
CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — Islanders once again demonstrated extraordinary generosity during the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Foundation’s Big Day of Giving on May 20, contributing an impressive $1,124,541 to support urgently needed medical equipment and clinical priorities at the province’s largest hospital.
This year, the QEH identified more than $8.2 million in critical needs. Funds raised through the Big Day of Giving will help strengthen care across several key areas, including the NICU, Pediatrics, Physical Medicine, Neurology, Respiratory Therapy, and the Ophthalmology Clinic. These investments ensure healthcare teams have the tools required to continue providing high‑quality care close to home.
“Islanders continue to amaze us with their compassion and commitment,” says Tracey Comeau, CEO of the QEH Foundation. “The funds raised through the Big Day of Giving will make a meaningful difference across many departments, helping ensure QEH care teams have the equipment needed deliver the best possible care to patients and families across the province.”
Throughout the day, Ocean 100 and HOT 105.5 broadcast live from the QEH lobby, sharing heartfelt stories from patients, staff, donors, and families connected to the hospital. Videos, interviews, and campaign updates were also shared on the Foundation’s website and social media channels, helping Islanders across the province see the impact of their generosity.
The QEH Foundation extends sincere thanks to all donors, volunteers, hospital staff, and media partners for making the 2026 Big Day of Giving a tremendous success.
To learn more about the Big Day of Giving, visit www.qehbigday.ca or call 902‑894‑2425.
Media Contact:
Erin MacDonald
Director, Communications
QEH Foundation
Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: (902) 894-2956
QEH Auxiliary funds $100,000 in pediatric equipment ahead of Big Day of Giving
MAY 15, 2026
CHARLOTTETOWN, P.E.I. — The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Auxiliary has made a $100,000 gift to the QEH Foundation to support two priority pediatric needs ahead of the QEH Foundation’s Big Day of Giving.
The gift will fund the replacement of all eight pediatric cribs and mattresses on Unit 5, improving safety for young patients and reducing the risk of staff injury during care. It will also provide updated equipment for the Pediatric Rehabilitation team, including mobility and balance tools, fine‑motor development kits, adaptive seating, pediatric‑sized mats and wedges, and sensory‑regulation supports to enhance therapy for children with developmental, neurological and motor challenges.
Tracey Comeau, CEO of the QEH Foundation, said the Auxiliary’s support reflects a long tradition of strengthening care for Island families.
“The QEH Auxiliary has been a steady and generous partner for generations of patients and care teams,” Comeau said. “Their leadership ensures Islanders have access to safe, modern equipment and that our clinicians have the tools they need to deliver the best possible care.”
Over the past 40 years, the Auxiliary has given more than $6.4 million to the QEH Foundation, supporting nearly every area of the hospital.
This year, the QEH has identified more than $8.2 million in critical equipment and clinical priorities. Funds raised through the Big Day of Giving will help healthcare teams access the tools required to continue providing care close to home.
Islanders will come together on May 20 for the Big Day of Giving. Throughout the day, Ocean 100 and HOT 105.5 will share stories from patients, staff, donors and families connected to the QEH. Videos, interviews and campaign updates will also be available on the Foundation’s website and social media channels.
To learn more about the Big Day of Giving visit www.qehbigday.ca.
Media Contact:
Erin MacDonald
Director, Communications
QEH Foundation
Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: (902) 894-2956
Friends for Life Campaign Supports Critical Care at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital
MARCH 19, 2026
Charlottetown, PE — The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation is celebrating the successful wrap-up of this year’s Friends for Life campaign, raising $3.45 million to support essential medical equipment and clinical priorities across three critical areas of care: the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit, and Mental Health and Addictions Care.
Thanks to the generosity of donors, this year’s campaign is funding a number of priority equipment needs within these three critical care areas. Highlights include a new ultrasound machine in the Intensive Care Unit that enhances rapid bedside diagnostics for stroke, cardiac, and other urgent conditions, a new universal procedure chair for the Emergency Department to support safe, efficient, and flexible patient care, and new equipment for Mental Health and Addictions Care to assist with patient monitoring and assessments.
A new feature of this year’s campaign was Kitchen Party for Care, a virtual celebration that invited Islanders to share music, dance, and joy online in support of the QEH. For every video posted using the hashtag #KitchenPartyForCare, Markan Group of Companies donated $100, and with over 60 videos submitted, they generously topped up their donation to $10,000. The initiative offered a fun and meaningful way for Islanders to get involved while helping raise funds for priority needs at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
“Donor support plays a vital role in ensuring the QEH has the equipment and related technology needed as part of delivering quality care,” said Tracey Comeau, QEH Foundation CEO. “Every dollar combined helps put essential tools into the hands of healthcare teams, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who made this year’s campaign a success.”
The Friends for Life campaign is part of the QEH Foundation’s year-round commitment to raising funds for urgent medical equipment and clinical priority needs at Queen Elizabeth Hospital. With more than $8.2 million in identified needs at QEH this year alone, donor support remains essential to ensuring the QEH is equipped for today and prepared for tomorrow.
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Media Contact
Erin MacDonald
QEH Foundation
Director, Communications
Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: 902-894-2956
Edward & Sandra Clark Nuclear Medicine Suite Named at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
FEBRUARY 12, 2026
Charlottetown, PEI — The Queen Elizabeth Hospital Foundation yesterday announced the naming of the Edward & Sandra Clark Nuclear Medicine Suite, recognizing a generous gift of over $1 million that fully funded the province’s newest state-of-the-art SPECT-CT system.
Edward and Sandra Clark, long-time Island business leaders and community supporters, have a deep history with the QEH. Ed served on the QEH Foundation Board from 2008 to 2014 and played an active role in the Foundation’s Care Today for Tomorrow capital campaign, during which the Clarks made a leadership gift. Their latest investment continues a legacy of strengthening healthcare for Islanders.
“The Clarks’ generosity strengthens the Foundation’s ability to respond to the hospital’s highest priorities.” says John Scales, Chair of the QEH Foundation. “Their continuing commitment ensures we can continue delivering essential equipment that supports world-class care right here on PEI.”
The new system replaces a 14-year-old scanner that has reached the end of its service life. The upgraded technology provides sharper images, greater reliability, and more efficient exams, supporting more than 1,700 Islanders each year. With quicker scan times it is anticipated that more patients can be served per year.
“This new SPECT-CT is essential for diagnosing and guiding treatment for serious health conditions, and its arrival ensures Islanders can continue to receive this quality care close to home,” said Julie Sinclair, Provincial Director of Diagnostic Imaging. “Patients and our healthcare team will benefit greatly from this extraordinary investment.”
Ed and Sandra Clark attended the recognition announcement, underscoring their long-standing commitment to the QEH. Their support over the years has played an important role in advancing care for Island families who rely on the hospital.
The QEH Foundation and nuclear medicine team expressed its deep appreciation to the Clarks for their continued commitment to strengthening healthcare in Prince Edward Island. Their generosity ensures QEH healthcare teams have advanced diagnostic imaging today and for years to come.
Media Contact
Erin MacDonald
QEH Foundation
Director, Communications
Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: 902-894-2956
Bevan Enterprises Gifts Apartment for Families to Stay Close to Care at QEH
DECEMBER 23, 2025
Charlottetown, PE — Families facing urgent exceptional medical needs at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital will now have access to a safe, welcoming place to stay close to care—when circumstances are most critical—thanks to a generous combined gift from Bevan Enterprises and Bevan Bros.
The QEH Comfort Suite, a two-bedroom apartment located in Charlottetown, will be reserved for patients and families who must remain near the QEH during difficult medical journeys. Patients will be assigned by referral from the QEH Social Work Department, which will identify those with the greatest need.
“This joint gift from Bevan Enterprises and Bevan Bros. ensures QEH Social Work Team has this important tool for delivering care,” said John Scales, Chair of the QEH Foundation Board. “Community partnerships like this bring a lot of comfort to families during some of life’s most challenging moments, and we are incredibly grateful to the Bevans for their generosity and commitment to Islanders.”
Islanders rallied to help furnish the Comfort Suite in record time. Through a 48-hour online appeal, the QEH Foundation raised $10,250 to fund everything from beds and linens to kitchen and bathroom essentials. The budget stretched even further thanks to remarkable community support: Canadian Tire – Charlottetown donated the entire essentials list—from the TV and air fryer to dishes, cleaning supplies, and paper towels—while Hambly’s Furniture ensured the apartment has high-quality durable furnishings by providing a 50% discount on all bedroom, living room, and dining room pieces, complete with delivery and setup. Tosh Co. added the finishing touches with décor and accessories.
Julie Fitzpatrick-Hopkin, QEH Social Work Manager, added: “Our team sees firsthand the gaps families face during treatment, so being able to welcome them into the QEH Comfort Suite means so much. Travel and accommodation costs can create real barriers to intensive care, adding stress at an already difficult time. This gift allows patients and their support networks to stay close to the hospital without carrying that extra burden.”
Bevan Enterprises said the decision to provide the apartment was rooted in a desire to ease the strain for Islanders. “We believe families should be able to focus on care,” said Trevor Bevan, Vice President of Bevan Enterprises. “If the Comfort Suite can bring a little relief during difficult times, we are honoured to be part of making that possible.”
The QEH Comfort Suite reflects the Foundation’s expanded mission. After 40 years of focusing solely on funding priority medical equipment, the Foundation now also supports clinical priorities that enhance patient and staff wellness. The Foundation’s QEH Social Work Fund is a rapid-response resource that empowers Social Workers to meet urgent patient needs with compassion and speed.
Islanders can learn more about the QEH Comfort Suite and the QEH Social Work Fund at:
https://qehfoundation.pe.ca/ways-to-give/qeh-social-work-fund/
$1 Million Gift from Ladner Family Recognized through Naming at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
DECEMBER 17, 2025
John Scales, QEH Foundation Chair, Terry Campbell, Queen Elizabeth Hospital Administrator, Kevin and Kim Ladner, and Tracey Comeau, QEH Foundation CEO at the unveiling of the Ladner Reid Commons, in recognition of the Kevin and Kim Ladner Endowment Fund.
Charlottetown, PEI – The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) Foundation today announced a generous $1 million gift from Kevin and Kim Ladner to establish the Kevin & Kim Ladner Endowment Fund in honour of their fathers, Cecil Ladner and Francis Reid.
This endowment fund is the first of its kind at QEH dedicated to enhancing the care environment and will provide annual income to support upgrades and beautification of hospital spaces, including the cafeteria. In recognition of this extraordinary gift, the Foundation unveiled the naming of the Ladner Reid Commons, a welcoming area that includes The Abegweit Room, a private dining room, music corner, and the creation of an outdoor terrace with seating where staff can enjoy the fresh air during breaks and lunch.
In 2024, the QEH Foundation broadened its mission beyond funding medical equipment to include clinical priorities that support patient and staff wellness. The Ladner’s gift represents a significant step forward in realizing that vision, ensuring the hospital environment supports the well-being of both patients receiving care and staff delivering it.
“On behalf of the Foundation, I express our sincere gratitude to Kevin and Kim for this extraordinary act of generosity,” said John Scales, QEH Foundation Board Chair. “Their gift honours the memory of their fathers while ensuring that future generations of staff, patients, and families benefit from spaces that foster wellness and connection. The impact of this gift will be felt every day within our hospital community.”
Terry Campbell, QEH Administrator added, “when our staff are supported, our patients benefit. This is an exciting time for QEH.
The endowment will provide a sustainable source of funding for improvements often beyond the reach of standard budgets — from modernizing and enhancing gathering areas to creating spaces that promote wellness and appreciation. These investments will ensure the hospital remains welcoming and functional, while paying tribute to the values embodied by Cecil Ladner and Francis Reid.
Kevin and Kim Ladner, lifelong Islanders and longtime supporters of the QEH Foundation, shared that the gift honours their fathers’ belief in community and connection.
“Our fathers believed that strong communities were built through trust, respect, and shared purpose,” said Kevin Ladner. “This gift is our way of ensuring their legacy continues in a space where people can gather, rest, and share moments that matter.”
The Ladner Reid Commons will serve as a lasting tribute to Cecil Ladner and Francis Reid, while strengthening the hospital environment for generations to come.
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Media Contact:
Erin MacDonald
QEH Foundation
Director, Communications
Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: 902-894-2956
QEH Auxiliary strengthens Friends for Life campaign with Leadership Gift
Charlottetown, PE — One of Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s most enduring supporters has once again stepped forward in a critical moment of need.
The QEH Auxiliary has made a leadership gift over $246,000 to the QEH Foundation’s Friends for Life campaign, helping strengthen lifesaving care across the hospital and providing vital support for patients and families during their most critical moments.
This leadership gift will fund urgently needed replacements for medical equipment in both the Intensive Care Unit and Labour & Delivery Unit, including five ICU defibrillators, two birthing beds and new epidural pumps. The Auxiliary has also directed part of this funding to the newly established QEH Social Work Fund, which is available to the social work team to help families navigate complex care, emergency support and manage emotional and financial stress during times of crisis. These investments strengthen critical care when every second counts, provide safer, more comfortable care for mothers and babies during childbirth, and extend compassionate support beyond medical treatment.
As part of this total, proceeds from the Auxiliary’s Wo He Lo Fall Sale contributed $46,961.51 to the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). These funds have been put to work for the purchase of a video laryngoscope and a new cribette, ensuring specialized care for newborns who need it most.
“The QEH Auxiliary has been a constant presence through generations of care at this hospital. Their generosity reflects a deep sense of responsibility for our community and a genuine commitment to making a difference,” said John Scales, chair of the QEH Foundation board. “We are incredibly grateful to the QEH Auxiliary for the leadership they continue to show and the impact they make every single day.”
Over the past 40 years, the QEH Auxiliary has contributed more than $6.3 million to the Foundation, supporting patients, families and care teams across Prince Edward Island and making a lasting impact in nearly every area of care.
This gift comes at a critical time, as the hospital faces more than $8.2 million in equipment and clinical priority needs this year alone. Through the Friends for Life campaign, the QEH
Foundation is helping address the hospital’s most urgent priorities in the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit and Mental Health and Addictions Care.
To learn more or to make a donation, visit qehfoundation.pe.ca/friends-for-life.
Media Contact:
Erin MacDonald
QEH Foundation
Director, Communications Email: erinmacdonald@ihis.org
Phone: 902-894-2956