PotashCorp Matching up to $1 Million in Donations to Hospitals of Regina Foundation

Regina, Saskatchewan – Today Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan Inc. (PotashCorp) and the Hospitals of Regina Foundation (HRF) announced PotashCorp is matching up to $1 million in cash donations to the Foundation’s surgical campaign. Donations will be matched until June 30 – this means the generosity of Saskatchewan residents will have twice the impact.

“Our company is committed to investing in projects that improve the long‐term quality of life in our communities,” said Denis Sirois, VP and Corporate Controller at PotashCorp. “When we heard that the Hospitals of Regina Foundation needed to raise $2 million to buy new, more technologically advanced surgical equipment, we wanted to contribute to their fundraising campaign in a meaningful way.”

Over 26, 000 surgeries were performed last year in the Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region (RQHR). New surgical equipment was identified as an urgent priority to reduce surgical wait times while providing efficient and safe patient care. The equipment needs include: a new microscope for reconstructive plastic surgery, equipment for less invasive keyhole surgeries and a specialized ultrasound for kidney operations.  

“I want to express my sincere appreciation for the collaboration between the Hospitals of Regina Foundation and PotashCorp on this worthwhile campaign,” Health Minister Dustin Duncan said. “This collaboration will help patients receive sooner, safer, and smarter care.”

“The purchase of new equipment and the replacement of old equipment will limit the scheduling conflicts that are present within our operating rooms. With the help of PotashCorp and community donors, we will have the means to enable our surgeons to do the surgery without delay caused by unavailable equipment. The resulting improvement in access is exciting news for everyone in Southern Saskatchewan.” Says Dr. David McCutcheon, V.P. Physician Health Services, Regina Qu’Appelle Health Region.

“We are so pleased that PotashCorp is offering a big incentive to encourage our community to pull together and support the work of our surgeons. By doubling the cash donations of Saskatchewan businesses and residents up to $1 million, I hope that by this summer we can tell our surgeons that new equipment will be in their hands soon!” said Judy Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer of the HRF.

“Everyone in Saskatchewan has a stake in ensuring we have access to high‐quality, advanced surgical care when needed. PotashCorp is proud to be part of this exciting initiative to transform health care in southern Saskatchewan and assisting our hospitals in keeping up with the province’s growing needs,” said Denis Sirois.

The Hospitals of Regina Foundation is a non‐profit organization, guided by a volunteer Board of Directors. They are the only organization raising funds for southern Saskatchewan’s specialized care hospitals – the Regina General Hospital, the Pasqua Hospital and the Wascana Rehabilitation Centre. Since 1987, the Foundation has raised over $140 million to enhance healthcare.  

As the world’s largest crop nutrient company, PotashCorp plays an integral role in global food production. The company produces the three essential nutrients required to help farmers grow healthier, more abundant crops. With global populations rising and diets improving in developing countries, crop nutrients such as potash, phosphates and nitrogen offer a responsible and practical solution to help produce the food we need, from the land we have.