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To strike while the iron is hot is to act decisively and take an opportunity when it arises. That’s exactly what Picton resident Marion Smith did when she heard the news that the new hospital proposal for Prince Edward County was recently given the green light by the Ministry of … Read More

The Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation celebrated a fundraising milestone at its annual general meeting (AGM) on June 25. The Foundation noted that for the first time in its history, it raised over $2 million during its last fiscal year in support of quality healthcare services in Prince Edward … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2020 Ontario moves Quinte Health Care to Stage 3 in Prince Edward County hospital redevelopment process PICTON – The Ontario government affirmed its support for a new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital today by announcing Quinte Health Care (QHC) is approved to move into … Read More

With a strong belief in being philanthropic leaders and supporting health care in their community, John and Dianne Hopper of Sophiasburgh have stepped forward with a five-year commitment to help Back the Build for a new hospital in Prince Edward County. Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital has been a pillar … Read More

When a community comes together in support of local health care, it’s a wonderful thing. Pamela Carter, owner of Pamela Carter Studio in Wellington is thrilled her art is contributing to the betterment of Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. Carter’s passion for art became a source of financial support for … Read More

It’s Our Hospital Briar Boyce, Senior Development Officer, PECMH Foundation Everyone wants to leave their mark on the world; a lasting legacy for future generations to see. Have you ever imagined what your legacy will be? I can’t picture what that looks like for me, but hope it’s positive and … Read More

Local musician finds creative way to keep playing while we’re apart PICTON, May 28, 2020 – Some musicians have decided to take five during the pandemic. Others are getting creative. Well known County musician, Fraser Hardman, and his wife Robyn have co-written a song about the coronavirus that will benefit … Read More

It’s Our Hospital Briar Boyce, Senior Development Officer, PECMH Foundation In honour of National Nursing Week, we want to express our sincere thanks to the incredible nurses we work with at Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. We often hear stories about the wonderful care they provide to our patients. Today, … Read More

Nobody envies a hospital worker in a pandemic. Especially when doctors, nurses and other frontline staff members are facing a shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and are caring for the community’s most vulnerable people. As a way to say thank you, a local realtor and restaurant are banding together … Read More

At a time when our hospitals need them the most, a well known local family has stepped up to help in any way they can. Today, amid the current pandemic, the Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation celebrated a significant donation from The Huff Family Fund, a fund managed by … Read More

In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, it’s uplifting to see community partners step up and offer assistance in combating the virus. Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital Foundation has partnered with many individuals, organizations and service clubs who have stepped up with initiatives to provide our frontline staff with personal … Read More

With the COVID-19 global pandemic forcing our local healthcare system to adapt quickly, the Lester family of Prince Edward County decided to take action. Over the years, the Lester family have been generous supporters of Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital. A desire to improve the experiences for all patients during … Read More

She’s a sewing machine! Cody-Rae Fowler is doing what she can to help Prince Edward County flatten the COVID-19 curve. The 16-year-old from Picton has put her sewing skills and unexpected free time to use by making face masks for anyone in need during the pandemic. Fowler, a Grade 11 … Read More

It’s Our Hospital I think we would all agree we are living in a remarkable time. The routines and traditions of our daily lives are gone, at least for the next several weeks. Three months ago, who could have foreseen that the activities we took for granted would be displaced … Read More

With COVID-19, we are reminded that, on many levels, we are all connected. Our priority is the health and safety of the people of PEC as well as those living across the Quinte region. Quinte Health Care (QHC) is planning for an unprecedented public health threat across our entire region … Read More