CRHF | 2025 Truck Lottery Winner

September 9, 2025

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (CRHF) is proud to announce the winner of the 16th Annual Chinook Truck Lottery. On Tuesday, September 9, ticket number A-18095478 was drawn, and Jim Sazalski will be driving home in a brand new 2025 Ford F-150 XLT Super Crew Cab valued at $77,000.

Crystal Elliott, CEO, Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, says:

“Congratulations to our lucky winner! This year’s truck raffle has been one of our most successful yet, thanks to the hard work of our incredible CRHF team and the overwhelming generosity of our community. Together, we raised approximately $30,000 more than last year — an outstanding achievement that will directly enhance patient care and make a lasting difference for families across Southern Alberta. We are so grateful to everyone who purchased a ticket and helped make this success possible.”

“Year after year, we see incredible support from local businesses and individuals who make this tradition possible,” added Candace Ford, CRHF Board Vice Chair. “It’s inspiring to witness real impact for real lives through the generosity of our community.”

Thanks to this overwhelming support, $219,875 was raised through the sale of 16,734 tickets. These proceeds directly fuel CRHF’s commitment to excellence in action—funding advanced equipment, innovative programs, and compassionate patient care at Chinook Regional Hospital.

The Foundation extends its gratitude to College Ford LincolnSouth Country Co-op, and WestJet for their partnership and contributions, which made this year’s lottery a success.

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation is rooted in Southern Alberta, rallying our community to transform generosity into life-saving care and lasting change. 

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CRHF | 2025 Truck Lottery Winner

The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation (CRHF) is proud to announce the winner of the 16th Annual Chinook Truck Lottery. On Tuesday, September 9, ticket number A-18095478 was drawn, and Jim Sazalski will be driving home in a brand new 2025 Ford F-150 XLT Super Crew Cab valued at $77,000

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