Bluewater Health Foundation
Bluewater Health Foundation is a Sarnia-Lambton non-profit that raises funds to support Bluewater Health by financing medical equipment, patient programs, facility redevelopments, and services such as music therapy, elder supports, and cancer care. The foundation mobilizes donor generosity through events, lotteries, recognition programs, and community partnerships to enhance local hospital services and the patient experience.
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Last updated on Feb 8th, 2026
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Donation request
Bluewater Health Foundation says its office will be closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6 and will reopen Tuesday, April 7 at 8:30 AM. If you want to donate during the holiday, the foundation directs donors to give securely online at www.bwhf.ca/donate.
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Annual physician appreciation evening
Bluewater Health Foundation honored physicians from across Sarnia Lambton at an annual appreciation evening, presenting awards for leadership, clinical excellence, and philanthropy including Outstanding Physician of the Year and a Culture of Philanthropy Award. The foundation published coverage and recipient details on April 2 2026; read the full story on the Bluewater Health website.
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Amalgamation announcement and continued community commitment
Effective April 1, 2026, CEEH Foundation and Bluewater Health Foundation have amalgamated, making Bluewater Health Foundation the sole fundraising foundation for Bluewater Health in Sarnia and CEEH of Bluewater Health in Petrolia. The foundation reaffirmed commitments to donor intent, rural healthcare, and the Petrolia redevelopment project, and asks supporters to visit bwhf.ca to continue giving.
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Thank-you and milestone announcement for healthcare fundraising
Bluewater Health Foundation publicly thanked MPP Bob Bailey on April 1, 2026, for highlighting the CEEH Foundation's legacy and an important milestone in healthcare fundraising for Lambton County. The brief announcement frames the development as a next chapter focused on strength, sustainability, and opportunity, but it includes no additional contact or event details.
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Let's Make Waves: Discover Music Therapy
Let's Make Waves: Discover Music Therapy is a ticketed fundraising evening on Friday, May 1 at In The Pocket in Sarnia, featuring live performances and interactive demonstrations that highlight music therapy. Organized by Bluewater Therapy Services with support from Bluewater Health Foundation, tickets are $50 and include a meal; purchase in person at the Foundation office or at In The Pocket.
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Patient recognition for knee replacement care team
On 2026-03-30 the Bluewater Health Foundation shared a patient thank you for the knee replacement care team, praising calm reassurance, thoughtful care, and kindness and naming Lynda, Dr. Dobrovolskis, Natasha, Karen, Tracey, Dr. March, Jessica, Nereus, and Amar. The post is presented as an example of patient centred care at Bluewater Health.
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Annual Memorial Wall Dedication Service
Bluewater Health Foundation invites the public to its Annual Memorial Wall Dedication Service at Four Points by Sheraton on Wednesday, April 29, with services at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. The event is open to everyone and no RSVP is required, providing a quiet occasion to honour loved ones remembered through memorial gifts in 2025.
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Executive director speaks at International Women's Day event
Kathy Alexander, Executive Director of Bluewater Health Foundation, spoke at the Women in Business Networks International Womens Day event on March 26, 2026, hosted by the Sarnia-Lambton Chamber of Commerce. The foundation highlighted her remarks about the impact of women in philanthropy alongside other community leaders.
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Heart of Gold recognition donations
Bluewater Health Foundation invites donations to the Heart of Gold program so patients and families can honor caregivers like McKenna and Renee for outstanding in patient rehab support. The post includes a moving patient testimonial and links to the Heart of Gold nomination and donation page for anyone who wants to contribute.
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Music Therapy program update
Bluewater Health Foundation marks Music Therapy Awareness Month in March by thanking Barry and Erika Hogan for a $1,000 gift that supports a donor funded music therapy program led by Certified Music Therapist Danielle Rintjema. The program provides emotional, cognitive, physical, and spiritual support to patients across Bluewater Health, made possible entirely by community donations.
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Healthcare fundraising amalgamation announcement
Bluewater Health Foundation and CEEH Foundation announced an amalgamation on March 12, 2026 to strengthen long term fundraising support for healthcare services in Sarnia and Petrolia. The community initiated move aims to bring more fundraising expertise, donor support, and resources while continuing to honor donor intent; full details are on the foundation announcement page.
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Donated quilts and sensory muffs support HELP program
On World Delirium Awareness Day Bluewater Health Foundation announced that the IODE Hon. Malcolm Cameron Chapter donated handmade quilts and twiddle muffs to Bluewater Health. These sensory items will be used in the Hospital Elder Life Program to comfort older adult patients and help reduce the risk of delirium.
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Dream Home Lottery
The Bluewater Health Foundation's Dream Home Lottery in Petrolia raises funds for redevelopment of the Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital Emergency Department. Long time supporters like Sharon and Jim buy tickets each year to help keep rural emergency care close to home; exact ticket details were not provided in the source.
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Podcast appearance by executive director
Kathy Alexander, Executive Director of Bluewater Health Foundation, appears on Sarnia Lambton Beyond the Headlines to explain how community fundraising funds equipment, programs, and care for patients in Sarnia-Lambton. The episode was published on 2026-03-10, and you can listen via the provided podcast link to hear concrete examples of donor impact and a message of thanks to local supporters.
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Heart of Gold program
Bluewater Health Foundation invites patients and families to honor caregivers through its Heart of Gold program, spotlighting volunteers like Bonnie and enabling donations in their name. Visit the program page to nominate or give and make a meaningful thank you to someone who made your hospital experience warmer.
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International Women's Day staff recognition announcement
Bluewater Health Foundation is honoring its women staff for International Women's Day with a team spotlight that invites viewers to swipe through profiles and meet the people who connect community generosity with patient care. The brief recognition post highlights fundraising and community engagement roles and encourages the community to learn more by viewing the team feature.
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Comfort bags donation for pediatric overnight stays
Bluewater Health Foundation thanked the 1st Harris Bluewater Trefoil Guild, Girl Guides of Canada for donating comfort bags for children staying overnight at Bluewater Health. Each bag contains stuffies, colouring books, toys, and stickers to help make a hospital stay gentler and more comforting.
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Sunday Fun Day
Bluewater Health Foundation thanks attendees of Sunday Fun Day, which raised $4,000 for the Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre and The Centre Sarnia-Lambton. The community event featured a raffle and live performances by Hayden Mellon and Kalie Woodcock, and was presented by Enbridge with support from local sponsors.
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Karma Classes fundraiser for Ryan’s House
Bluewater Health Foundation reports that The Raven Heart's donation based Karma Classes in January and February 2026 raised $865 for Ryan's House to support patients and families. This brief update highlights local generosity and the cumulative impact of monthly community classes.
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Battle for Breasts Women’s Volleyball Tournament Update
Bluewater Health Foundation reports that the Battle for Breasts Women's Volleyball Tournament, held last month in January 2026, raised an incredible $16,400 for the Mammography Department, a 50% increase over last year, with more than 200 women competing across 26 teams. The update thanks organizers and volunteers and highlights fundraising efforts led by the Breast Buddies Dragon Boat Team.
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Heart of Gold donation program
Bluewater Health Foundation's Heart of Gold program lets patients and families honour a caregiver with a donation, showcased by the recent recognition of Dr. Tarmohamed for exceptional care. Visit the Heart of Gold nomination page to learn how to nominate a staff member or donate through the foundation.
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Dream Home Lottery 2026 Grand Prize winners announcement
Bluewater Health Foundation announced Sharon and Jim of Petrolia as the 2026 Dream Home Lottery grand prize winners and welcomed them for their first tour of the home on February 20, 2026. The couple, longtime ticket buyers for over 20 years, said they are grateful to support health improvements close to home.
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Sunday Fun Day Raffle
The Bluewater Health Foundation's Sunday Fun Day Raffle is a community fundraiser featuring food stations, live music from Hayden Mellon and Kalie Woodcock, and raffle prizes including a Shoppers Drug Mart basket valued at over $1,500. Sponsored by @bluecoastteam and @co_operators, the campaign asks supporters to buy tickets via the event page to help Bluewater Health and vital community programs.
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2026 Dream Home Lottery winners and $5M fundraising milestone
On 2026-02-19 Bluewater Health Foundation announced Grand Prize winner S. Jardine of Petrolia and 50/50 winner A. Johnson of Sarnia who is taking home over $257,000. Proceeds from the 2025 and 2026 Dream Home Lotteries have helped the foundation reach a $5,000,000 fundraising goal for the Cancer Care Clinic redevelopment, with additional funds supporting emergency department and diagnostic imaging upgrades at Charlotte Eleanor Englehart Hospital.
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Dream Home Lottery grand prize draw
Bluewater Health Foundation asked supporters to tune in on 2026-02-19 at 12:00 PM for the Dream Home Lottery grand prize draw, a time sensitive fundraising moment. The post contains the call to action but does not include a livestream link, ticket or prize details, so check the foundation's official channels for the broadcast or results.
