$575,155 Raised in Support of the CT Campaign!
What an incredible evening! On October 9, more than 600 guests put on their favourite flannel and came together for an unforgettable night of celebration, generosity, and community spirit at our annual Flannel Fest!
This year's event was especially meaningful as we celebrated the extraordinary individuals who make a difference in healthcare across our region, while raising critical funds for the Foundation's $5.1 million CT Campaign to bring a CT scanner to WestView Hospital & Continuing Care.
Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes
One of the most meaningful parts of Flannel Fest is the opportunity to recognize the remarkable people who dedicate themselves to caring for others.
This year, we proudly celebrated 18 Healthcare Heroes, nominated by their peers and representing departments across WestView Hospital & Continuing Care. Each was recognized for their outstanding commitment, compassion, and dedication to the important work they do every single day.
We also presented two Grateful Patient Awards, recognizing healthcare professionals nominated by community members who experienced exceptional care during their time as patients. These heartfelt nominations remind us of the lasting impact that kindness, compassion, and exceptional care can have on patients and their families.
Our Volunteer of the Year Award honoured an extraordinary individual who tirelessly gives their time, talents, and experience to support the Foundation and advance our mission. Volunteers are truly the heart of our organization, and we are incredibly grateful for the difference they make.
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Brenda Sanche, RN | Emergency Department
Brenda demonstrates exceptional clinical skill, compassion, resilience, and calm leadership in the unpredictable environment of the Emergency Department. Her critical thinking and ability to provide organized, patient-centred care under pressure have made a lasting impact on both her colleagues and the many patients she cares for.Carol Wolfe, Pharmacy Technician | Pharmacy
Carol is a valued member of the Pharmacy team who is always ready to lend a hand and support her coworkers. Her positive attitude, kindness, and dedication make her a welcome presence and an important part of the team.Cody Maclean | Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering
Approaching 20 years of service with AHS, Cody is known for his dedication to service and ensuring patients, families, and staff have the best possible experience. His innovation, reliability, and willingness to help others set a high standard for those around him.Dr. Anthony Caragianis | Emergency Physician
Dr. Anthony Caragianis is a dedicated Emergency physician and strong advocate for his department, patients, and colleagues. His commitment, compassion, and support for those around him make a meaningful difference at WestView every day.Dr. Chihrin | Ambulatory Clinic
Dr. Chihrin consistently goes above and beyond for both his patients and his team. Whether helping with patient care, supporting clinic operations, or navigating Connect Care and Therapy Plans, he steps in wherever needed with kindness, patience, and compassion.Dr. Mohler | Emergency Physician
Dr. Mohler brings extensive experience from his work as a Trauma Team Leader at the Royal Alexandra Hospital. Known for arriving early, staying late, and taking extra shifts when support is needed, his reliability and commitment are deeply valued by his patients and colleagues.Heather Miller, RN | Ambulatory Clinic
Heather is a caring and dependable nurse who is deeply committed to her patients and always willing to support her team. Her patients consistently appreciate the kindness and compassion she brings to their care.Jackie Green | Environmental Services
Jackie goes above and beyond in her role, taking time to connect with patients, help with the little things, and make sure they are comfortable. Her coworkers can always count on her to step in, whether something needs to be cleaned, restocked, or simply taken care of.Janice Barrett | Food Service
Janice brings warmth and positivity to the Dietary Department and everyone she encounters. Always friendly, welcoming, and ready to lend a hand, even a quick interaction with Janice in the hallway can brighten someone’s day.Jaymie Clouston | Physiotherapist
Jaymie brings positivity, kindness, and joy to both her patients and colleagues. She generously shares her knowledge, supports her team, and advocates for her patients to ensure their needs and voices are heard.Jennifer Kraft | Patient Registration / Information
Jennifer is a dedicated and hardworking team member who takes initiative to learn new processes and skills. She readily shares her knowledge, supports her colleagues, and brings kindness and a friendly presence to the workplace.Kaitlyn Atkinson, LPN | Continuing Care / Hospice
Kaitlyn is a strong advocate for her patients and consistently goes the extra mile to provide compassionate, supportive care. She is equally willing to step up for her colleagues, making her a valued member of the Continuing Care and Hospice team.Kelly Buckner, HCA | Family Medicine Inpatient Unit
Kelly is known for her compassion, dedication, and commitment to putting patients and their families first. She makes those in her care feel supported and valued while always being willing to lend a hand to colleagues wherever she is needed.Leanne Gwin | Lab Assistant
Leanne is a valued member of the Lab team who readily supports her coworkers and is wonderful with patients and the public. Her friendly, caring nature helps people feel welcome while representing her team with kindness and professionalism.Norine Imeson | Clerical, Community Health Services
Norine is an integral part of the WestView Public Health team, keeping nursing staff organized through scheduling while supporting both colleagues and leadership. Her dependability, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile help keep everything running smoothly.Paige Martin, RN | Home Living
As a palliative home care nurse, Paige provides comfort, dignity, and support during some of life’s most difficult moments. Her compassion and dedication help ensure clients and their loved ones feel heard, respected, and genuinely cared for.Taylor Hancock, LPN | Day Surgery / Endoscopy
Taylor provides compassionate, respectful care that brings comfort and reassurance to patients during what can be a stressful time. She is a dedicated nurse and supportive colleague whom her team can always count on.Teri Lorenz, MRT | Diagnostic Imaging
Teri consistently goes above and beyond for patients and coworkers, staying current with best practices and generously sharing her knowledge with the team. She approaches every patient with genuine compassion, empathy, and respect while readily stepping in wherever she is needed. -
Dr. Crawford | Emergency Physician
The Brent family will forever be grateful to Dr. Crawford for the care he provided when their two-day-old granddaughter stopped breathing. He responded with skill, urgency, and compassion when every second counted. Today, she is healthy and thriving, and his care during one of the family’s most frightening moments will never be forgotten.When every moment mattered, WestView was there.
Dr. Khair | Emergency Physician
Dr. Khair is being recognized for the thoughtful and compassionate care he provided to a patient during her postpartum recovery. His thorough approach made her feel genuinely cared for, and his decision to follow up several days later left a lasting impression of his commitment to seeing his patients’ care through. -
Christa Wilton | Administration
Christa is always willing to step up and support the WestView Health Foundation, bringing a smile, positive attitude, and a generous spirit whenever help is needed. Her reliability and willingness to go above and beyond for the Foundation, its events, and the community are deeply appreciated.
A Community That Continues to Inspire
The generosity we witnessed throughout the evening was nothing short of extraordinary!
Together, we raised an incredible $575,155 for the CT Campaign!
A special thank-you to MIC Medical Imaging, whose remarkable $100,000 donation helped lead the way, accompanied by a challenge to our community to match their generosity.
That challenge was answered in an extraordinary way by Karen Worbeck, who not only stepped forward to meet the $100,000 challenge but went even further, making an incredible $250,000 contribution toward bringing a CT scanner to our community.
We were equally inspired by St. Andrew's United Church, whose belief in the importance of accessible local healthcare resulted in a generous $50,000 donation.
The generosity continued during our Cash Call, with Deford contributing $10,000 to inspire matching donations from Fred & Lorreen Kichton, and Mike & Carla Klein and the Dear Family generously adding another $5,000 to encourage our guests to give.
These were just some of the many incredible moments throughout the evening. Throughout the evening, we witnessed so many incredible acts of generosity. Every donation, regardless of its size, matters and brings us one step closer to our goal. We are sincerely grateful for each and every contribution. Every gift represents someone who believes in our vision for stronger local healthcare, and we want every donor to know just how much their generosity and support mean to us.
From generous donations and enthusiastic bidding to heartfelt stories and spontaneous acts of kindness, Flannel Fest was a powerful reminder of what can happen when a community comes together with a shared purpose.
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors & Cash Call Supporters!
Flannel Fest would not have been possible without the generosity of our incredible sponsors and Cash Call supporters. Your contributions helped make this year's event an extraordinary success and brought us one step closer to our goal of bringing a CT scanner to WestView Hospital & Continuing Care.
Every Story Matters. Every Moment Matters.
Another particularly moving highlight of the evening was Daylene's Family Story. Her family's experience offered a powerful and personal reminder of why timely access to healthcare, close to home, matters so much.
If you have a few moments, we encourage you to watch Daylene's video. Her story beautifully illustrates the human impact behind our campaign and the difference this essential diagnostic equipment will make for patients and families throughout our region.
$3.3 Million Raised — And Counting!
Since officially launching our CT Campaign on June 10, our community has helped us raise an extraordinary $3.3 million toward our $5.1 million goal!
We are incredibly encouraged by the progress made in just over four months. Every contribution brings us another step closer to making a CT scanner at WestView Hospital & Continuing Care a reality, improving access to timely diagnosis and ensuring more patients can receive the care they need, closer to home.
From the Bottom of Our Hearts, Thank You!
To everyone who attended Flannel Fest, purchased tickets, placed a bid, made a donation, sponsored the evening, volunteered their time, or helped make this event possible — thank you!
And to our donors, community organizations, businesses, and philanthropic partners who continue to stand beside us, please know how deeply we value your generosity, confidence, and trust in our Foundation.
Your support is about so much more than dollars raised. It represents a shared belief in the importance of strong local healthcare and a commitment to ensuring our families, friends, and neighbours have access to the care they deserve.
We simply could not undertake a campaign of this magnitude without you. Your generosity inspires us, your trust motivates us, and your belief in our mission continues to move us forward.
Flannel Fest was more than a successful fundraiser. It was a celebration of the people, partnerships, and incredible community spirit that make our region so special.
We have much to celebrate, and even more to look forward to as we continue this journey together.
Moments Matter. Local Healthcare Matters.
With heartfelt gratitude,
WestView Health Foundation
