Life-Saving Diagnostic Equipment Coming to New PECMH

bboyce • May 29, 2025

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation (PECMHF) is proud to announce the successful completion of its $3 Million CT Scanner Campaign, thanks to the extraordinary generosity of the community and a transformational matching gift from the Paul B. Helliwell Foundation.

As a result of a collective effort, made possible by contributions from Paul B. Helliwell Foundation, Norm Ritchie and Monique Postlewaite, the PECMH Auxiliary, Wynne Thomas, the Estate of Geraldine Della Bosca and more than 200 community donors, the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) will include a CT scanner for the first time in its history, marking a milestone in local healthcare delivery. The funds raised will go towards the purchase, installation and infrastructure of the new CT Suite. This combination of state-of-the-art facilities and modern equipment will also help the new PECMH attract and retain the best and brightest across all areas of hospital care.

“This is what the power of community looks like. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors and the Paul B. Helliwell Foundation, patients in Prince Edward County will soon have access to life-saving diagnostic care—right here at home,” said Stacey Daub, President and CEO of Quinte Health. “This CT scanner isn’t just a piece of equipment; it’s a symbol of what we can accomplish when we dream big and work together.”

Each year, more than 2,150 patients from Prince Edward County must travel to other Quinte Health hospitals for CT scans. With the addition of this advanced diagnostic tool, those patients will soon have access to timely, accurate imaging services right here at home. That means faster diagnoses, reduced stress, and improved outcomes for patients and their families.

“This achievement represents more than a piece of equipment,” said Shannon Coull, Executive Director of PECMH Foundation. “It’s a profound investment in the health and well-being of everyone in our community. We’re incredibly grateful to our donors and to the Paul B. Helliwell Foundation for helping us make this vision a reality.”

“The success of this campaign is a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when we come together for a common cause,” said Nancy Parks, Back the Build Campaign Cabinet Chairperson. “We’re deeply grateful to every donor who contributed, and especially to the Paul B. Helliwell Foundation, whose matching gift helped us cross the finish line.”

The Paul B. Helliwell Foundation made a $200,000 donation to be used for a 2:1 matching gift to the campaign in May of 2025, tripling the value of every donation made up to $100,000. This is the second time the Paul B. Foundation has stepped up in this way. In 2021, the foundation matched donations up to $500,000 during the Back the Build Campaign, raising a total of $1.5 million at that time. In total, the Paul B. Foundation has now committed over $2.2 million in support of the new hospital.

To recognize this extraordinary generosity, the Emergency Department in the new PECMH will be named in honour of the Paul B. Helliwell Foundation.

“We are honoured to carry forward Paul B. Helliwell’s philanthropic legacy,” said John Jenah, President of the Foundation. “Supporting this campaign means giving back to a community we care deeply about. We are proud to help bring essential diagnostic care to Prince Edward County.”

With the CT campaign complete, attention now turns to raising funds for the new mammography machine to support advanced breast screening at PECMH.

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The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital (PECMH) Foundation is proud to recognize the generosity of Brandon and Hailey Pounder, co-owners of Pounder’s Pub & Patio, who hosted the first annual Pounder Polar Plunge on February 1. Held at Pounder’s Pub & Patio in Wellington, the event brought together community members, local hockey teams including the Wellington Dukes and County Royals, and spectators for a fun and meaningful day in support of local causes. Close to 40 participants took the plunge with a $20 entry fee, while attendees enjoyed a community BBQ donated by the County Royals. The event raised $1,000 for the PECMH Foundation’s Back the Build campaign and $1,000 for the Wellington Auxiliary Rescue Association (WARA), supporting both the future of healthcare in Prince Edward County and the vital work of WARA’s volunteer-run marine search and rescue team. “We are incredibly grateful to Brandon and Hailey for their creativity, community spirit, and commitment to making a difference,” said Shannon Coull, executive director of the PECMH Foundation. “Events like the Pounder Polar Plunge not only raise important funds but also build momentum and awareness for local initiatives that matter deeply.” “We started the Polar Plunge to give back to the community we grew up in and bring people together,” said Brandon Pounder, co-owner of Pounder's Pub & Patio. “The support from local teams and residents was incredible, and we’re excited to grow this into an annual event and continue supporting important local causes.” Over the past six years (2020–2025), Quinte Health has recorded 315 emergency department visits related to water incidents at its four hospitals—an average of approximately 53 visits per year across the region. PECMH alone sees an average of 11 such visits annually. “Even one drowning is one too many,” said David McFaul, WARA supervisor. “Water safety is something we can’t take for granted in our region, and it takes awareness, education, and strong community organizations to keep people safe. The Wellington Auxiliary Rescue Association plays a critical role in protecting residents and visitors on our waterways through their dedicated volunteer efforts.” WARA operates as part of the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, responding to emergencies across West Lake and Lake Ontario. With a highly trained, all-volunteer crew, the organization plays a critical role in ensuring safety along approximately 125 kilometres of shoreline and 2,400 square kilometres of water. Its operations rely heavily on community support and fundraising efforts. The PECMH Foundation extends its sincere thanks to Brandon and Hailey of Pounder’s Pub & Patio and everyone who participated in or supported the inaugural Pounder Polar Plunge.