News from The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation
Welcome to the News section, a go-to source for all the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation updates. Here, you’ll find media releases, event announcements, videos and donor spotlights that showcase the incredible difference our community is making in local healthcare.
Arnprior Regional Health Foundation, together with Arnprior Regional Health (ARH), proudly marked an important milestone on January 20, 2026, with an official ribbon cutting celebrating the arrival of new state-of-the-art endoscopy equipment. Donors, ARH staff, and community partners gathered to recognize the impact this investment is already having on patient care.
Endoscopy is an essential diagnostic procedure that allows physicians to examine the inside of the body using a thin, flexible tube equipped with a camera and light. It is commonly used to investigate digestive concerns, abdominal pain, bleeding, and swallowing difficulties, and plays a key role in detecting conditions such as ulcers, inflammation, polyps, and cancer. At Arnprior Regional Health, more than 2100 endoscopy procedures are performed each year, underscoring the importance of having reliable and modern equipment to support patient care close to home.
Arnprior Regional Health Foundation Announces Pillar 5 Pharma’s $30,000 Holiday Matching Gift as the
Scope for Hope Endoscopy Campaign Reaches 50% of Fundraising Goal
Arnprior, ON, November 20, 2025 – The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is proud to announce that the Scope for Hope Endoscopy Campaign has reached the 50% milestone toward its $800,000 goal, thanks to the tremendous generosity of Pillar 5 Pharma. Their leadership support has brought the campaign halfway to replacing essential endoscopy equipment at Arnprior Regional Health (ARH).
Building on this momentum, all donations made this holiday season will be matched up to $30,000 thanks to Pillar 5 Pharma, allowing the community to double the impact of their gift to the Foundation.
Celebrating Our Heart of Gold Monthly Donors
On October 30th, the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation was delighted to host our Monthly Donor Celebration Tea & Treats at the Arnprior Legion, a heartfelt afternoon dedicated to honouring our Heart of Gold Club members.
Our Executive Director, Ben Gardiner, spoke from the heart about how truly special our monthly donors are to the Foundation. Their ongoing generosity provides the stability that allows us to plan for the future needs of Arnprior Regional Health with confidence and care.
Tis the Season to Be Tacky! 
The 2025 Penny Stashick Ugly Sweater Walk Returns December 6, 2025
Arnprior’s most festive tradition is back! Grab your ugliest Christmas sweater, lace up your winter boots, and get ready to spread some holiday cheer at the 8th Annual Penny Stashick Ugly Sweater Walk, taking place Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Robert Simpson Park.
The fun kicks off bright and early at 8:00 a.m. as participants take to the streets for a 2 km walk through historic downtown Arnprior. Whether you come solo, with family, or as part of a team, this heartwarming community event is the perfect way to celebrate the season, get active, and give back.
For many years, George has called Sandy Beach in McNab Braeside home. But in 2020, his journey took an unexpected turn that deepened his connection to Arnprior Regional Health (ARH).
What began as a routine stress test at the Arnprior Hospital quickly led to a diagnosis that required triple bypass surgery at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute—right in the middle of the pandemic. Following his surgery, complications brought him back to the Arnprior Hospital, where he experienced firsthand the exceptional care and compassion of the ARH team.
From physicians who took extra time to explain his condition to staff who greeted him by name, George says the care he received in Arnprior far outshone what he found in the city. Grateful for that experience, he reached out to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation to give back—and has since become a dedicated supporter.
Celebrating 13 Years of Generosity: A Knight in the Maritimes Supports Healthcare at Arnprior Regional Health
Arnprior, ON – Sept. 29, 2025 – The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is proud to announce the success of its 13th annual signature fundraising event, A Knight in the Maritimes, presented by Pilon Family Funeral Home. The event was held on Saturday, September 13th, at St. John Chrysostom Parish Hall. The evening brought together community members in support of the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation and the Scope For Hope Endoscopy Campaign. Read More>>>
Hayley Sevigny, manager of the ARH surgical program – and a former Registered Nurse in the Operating Room
Scope for Hope: Investing in Lifesaving Endoscopy Equipment
At Arnprior Regional Health Foundation, we are committed to ensuring our community has access to the very best healthcare, close to home. That’s why we launched the Scope for Hope Campaign – to raise the funds needed to replace aging endoscopy equipment that the Arnprior Regional Health (ARH) Endoscopy Team relies on.
The need is clear. Our current scopes, towers, and software systems have served the community for many years, but they are no longer keeping pace with the level of care our patients deserve. The technology is outdated, the images are not as sharp, procedures can take longer, and the risk of breakdowns is increasing. Read More>>>
August 18, 2025
Honouring Healthcare Heroes Through the ARHF Angels Program
Recently, a grateful patient named Ray made a heartfelt donation to the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation in honour of two incredible staff members who supported him during a CT Scan at Arnprior Regional Health. Read More >>>
August 5, 2025
Farewell to Chris Hebert – A Summer to Remember
This summer, we were fortunate to have Chris Hebert join the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation team as our Marketing and Advertising Coordinator. As his term with us comes to a close, we want to take a moment to say how much we’ll miss having him around — and to thank him for all the energy, creativity, and heart he brought to our work. Read more>>>
July 31, 2025
Arnprior Regional Health Foundation Launches New Website to Enhance Donor Experience and Community Engagement
Arnprior, ON – The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation (ARHF) is proud to announce the launch of its new website at www.arnpriorregionalhealthfoundation.ca. This refreshed online presence marks a significant milestone in the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to connect more deeply with donors, community members, and partners who are passionate about supporting exceptional healthcare close to home.
July 21, 2025
We Have a Winner!
Matt L. of Arnprior is the lucky grand prize winner of our 2025 Jeep Adventure Lottery—choosing $40,000 cash! Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets and supported our Scope for Hope Endoscopy Campaign. Read More…
May 26, 2025
Scope for Hope Campaign Launches
Arnprior Regional Health Foundation Launches $800,000 “Scope for Hope” Campaign to Advance Life-Saving Endoscopy Care
Arnprior, ON – May 26, 2025 The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its Scope for Hope Endoscopy Campaign, a bold initiative to raise $800,000 to modernize critical medical imaging equipment and ensure faster, more accurate diagnoses for patients across Arnprior and the Ottawa Valley. Read More.
January 28, 2025
The Arnprior Regional Hospital held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new CT scanner, improving local access to advanced diagnostic imaging. This event also marked the success of the Arnprior Regional Health Foundation’s “Come Together” fundraising campaign. Read More.
Watch the CT Ribbon-Cutting Video
December 2, 2024
Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is thrilled to announce that, because of the overwhelming support from our partners, local businesses and community members, we have officially reached the 95% milestone of our fundraising goal for the CT Scan Campaign! Read More.
July 17, 2024
The Arnprior Regional Health Foundation is thrilled to announce the resounding success of the 2024 Jeep Adventure Lottery, which raised an impressive $93,506.67 in support of the CT Scan Campaign! Read More.