Another year, another cookie, and another much-needed piece of equipment for Northern Health.
The Smile Cookie Campaign, held throughout all eight Tim Horton’s locations in Prince George, raised $42,142.42 was raised from September 16th to the 22nd.
This year they are directing their donation towards the purchase of a new video laryngescope to be used at UHNBC. The Video Laryngescope is used to aid in difficult intubation of neonatal patients and children of all ages.
Judy Neiser, CEO for the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation, said the equipment is a critical first step in diagnosing cardiac issues, besides being less stressful for a child.
“We are extremely grateful to Tim Hortons in Prince George, along with everyone who supported the event by purchasing a cookie or two”, said Neiser. “This brings their total to date to just shy of $400,000 over the 17 years that this campaign has been running with all funds directed to improve health outcomes for pediatric patients in the north. It is such a fun event for everyone.”