LCCVI celebrates the Class of 2026
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Paula Reaume-Zimmer, President & CEO, Bluewater Health, Kathy Alexander, Executive Director, Bluewater Health Foundation, Ron Gordon, Founder, Kel-God Limited and The Gordon Foundation, Tom Parkes, President, Kel-Gor Limited, and Matt Gordon, Director & Co-owner, Kel-Gor Limited.
Bluewater Health receives $125K donation
April 17, 2025
Matt Gordon says a $125,000 gift from The Gordon Foundation and Kel-Gor Limited to Bluewater Health is, in part a recognition of a “few exceptional individuals.”
The Bluewater Health Foundation announced the gift Thursday.
“We are proud to make this donation to Bluewater Health, not only to support the hospital’s continued
excellence but also to recognize a few exceptional individuals whose dedication and care truly stand
out,” said Gordon in a news release.
“Their compassion and commitment make a lasting impact, and we hope this contribution honours them and helps further their important work for others in need.”
The donation will fund enhancements to the Emergency Department’s triage assessment area—
an essential first point of contact for patients. Renovations will improve patient
flow, comfort, and privacy.
The donation purchase an ultrasound system for Telemetry Medicine, which serves patients admitted for critical cardiac care.
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