The Foundation
The Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation
Our Annual Care from the Heart Radio-a-thon is HERE
and we invite you to join us for a day filled with
heartwarming stories and incredible generosity!
Date: Today, February 13th, 2025
Time: 7am - 6pm
Location: Atrium | Chinook Regional Hospital
Tune in to our local radio stations as our wonderful media partners chat on air with doctors, nurses, administrators, donors,
and front-line staff, sharing impactful stories of how your donations make a difference in local healthcare.
Click on the station above to listen live!
Care from the Heart Day brings people together, creating a shared space where stories intertwine. Every dollar donated by indvidiuals in our community and corporate sponsors alike helps the Chinook Regional Hospital provide outstanding care throughout the year.
2025 CARE FROM THE HEART |
MEDIA PARTNERS
Find out more about your favorite radio personalities who are hosting this year's Care From The Heart!
Hi, I'm Cara! I planned on being in Lethbridge for one year but have loved it so much I’ve stayed for nine years!
I love our beautiful coulees and the small town feel. I also don’t have any desire to sit in big city traffic every day so the 10 minute commute is perfect.
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"Having the equipment and staff needed so we can keep families and support systems nearby is one of many reasons I support the Care From the Heart Day and encourage others to do so. My husband had an emergency this past year and I don't want to imagine what would've happened had the care from CRH not been readily available or if we had to travel further away."
Why do you love radio?
"It's the ultimate connector via stories, events, anecdotes, and perspectives from people in our community.
Also, like many of my radio colleagues, I was told I was a socialbutterfly as a kid (which was a nice way of saying I talked too much lol) so I had to find a way to make a living out of that. Also – music!"
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"A spa day together. Massages. Relaxing in saunas. No pedicures though, those hurt and I don't find them relaxing lol."
Hey! I’m Kierstyn, I moved back to Alberta and made Lethbridge home! I grew up in the Calgary area,
so it’s been a dream being closer to my family, friends and familiar places.
During the day, you can catch me on Breakfast with Kierstyn & Cole on KiSS 107.7.
In the evenings, I’m sipping iced coffee, hanging out with my bunny, Lola, or seeing what fun adventures I can get myself into. You can usually find me going for walks in the coulees, finding a place to grab some food,
or at a concert!
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"It's such an important day to support our community and the people in it. Having access to resources at the hospital is life saving for so many. Donations help a ton with making sure the hospital has everything they need to change lives for the better."
Why do you love radio?
"I grew up around radio! It was on 24/7 in the car, in the house, everywhere I went.I remember my favourite game to play at 4-years-old was radio. I would sit around my parent’s CD player, listen and talk a little between songs. I always wanted to be that voice in the radio, so I made it happened! Every day is full of fun and laughter. I truly wouldn't have it any other way! I love how much radio connects people, brings together a community, and shines light into everyday life. If I can make someone smile, then I know I did my job right!?"
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"My v-day has been the same for the past 5 years, and I wouldn’t have it any other way! A cozy night in with a ton of take-out sushi. The amount where they send about 3 handfuls of soya sauce packets… and at least 5 pairs of chopsticks… for 2 people.."
Hey, I'm Cole! I have been in radio for 8 years, but I have been running my mouth for my whole life.
That mouth running got me to Lethbridge where, believe it or not, I enjoy waking up at 3:30am because I get to run my mouth with the people of Lethbridge. And sometimes I get to use that for good. I grew up on the west coast and am working hard to learn how to back flip in 2025.
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"Care from the Heart day is so important because having care for everyone here in Lethbridge saves so many the hassle and headache of having to leave town for treatment or care. And you never know when you may need that care yourself. It’s much better to have it and not need it than to need it but not have it."
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"Because hospitals are cool and vital. 8 years ago I was in a medically induced coma for two weeks because of a freak respiratory illness. I'm forever indebted to the medical folk who kept me alive, and I'll always be jazzed to support them when I can. "
Why do you love radio?
"I love radio because it's just such a goofy and unique thing that I can do even though I have zero actual talent. But in reality, I love how close I get to be with the music and the listeners. It's such a fun relationship that I’m honored to be a part of. "
Cassie has been working in radio for over 15 years—13 of those in Alberta with Poncho.
She grew up in small-town Saskatchewan. She loves all things entertainment---movies, tv & music.
She’s also a “Type-One Mom” to her son Connor who was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the age of 5.
She knows first-hand how important it is to support the Care from the Heart Radiothon.
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"I think that now, more than ever, it is important to support the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation. You never know when you will need to access resources at the hospital. With your donation you help to ensure that the hospital has the most up to date equipment, resources and programs."
Why do you love radio?
"My favourite part about radio is the connections we make with our listeners. Whether it is a text message or phone call there is nothing better than taking a stroll down memory lane with fellow Albertans. I love being able to make someone’s day by saying their name on the air, or sharing their story from social media.
Plus, we get to have fun and talk about current events and music---two of my favourite things. I feel privileged to be part of your commute to work!"
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"My ideal Valentine’s Day revolves around food and comfort. There’s nothing better than enjoying some local takeout and curling up on the couch to watch a movie. And you can’t forget the cheesecake. I’m obsessed with cheesecake and I think it’s the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert!"
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"In addition to ensuring that our city has the means necessary to continue to look after the health of the ones we love, there’s some other powerful reasons to give back. Supporting Care From The Heart Day can inspire others to give, it teaches the importance of generosity, strengthens the ties of our community and makes us feel good!"
Why do you love radio?
"In one word, radio is FUN. With the exception of a few, most of us will have to work at sometime in our lives so why not ‘work’ at something you’re passionate about. When you can do that, work is no longer work and that’s when it becomes fun."
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"Who says you need somebody in your life to celebrate Valentine’s Day. A thermos of homemade chili and some snowshoes to spend the day outside sounds like a pretty solid way to enjoy February 14th."
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"I think the most important thing to think of when supporting Care from the Heart Day is knowing that you are investing in a not just better patient care experience, great minds who do great things, but also cutting edge technology that mostly likely will end up saving someone you love or even your own life one day!"
Why do you love radio?
"The thing I love most about being in radio is getting to chat and connect with our listeners every day! Whether it's through our socials, our text line or a call to tell me how the day is going, I love to share a good laugh, great stories and have some fun during the work day."
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"I have to say, Valentines Day is not my favorite Day, I'm just not the romantic type nor a consumerist so I just see it as any other day to spread kindness. Donating to a local charity like the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation would be my ideal way to spend Valentine's Day!"
"The Valentine's Day movie of choice will always and forever be 50 First Dates with Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler. My music choice would be anything by The Police or my songstress hero, Celine Dion. She is exceptional. I just love her."
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"Taking part in Care from the Heart Day, makes a difference in the care, health and the lives of people in the community. Our friends, families and neighbours."
Why do you love radio?
"Radio is one of my absolute favorite things! Radio provides music, talk and awareness. Radio connects people and the community."
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"A cozy night in, with big blankets, my fave movies and snacks. My ideal Valentines Day movie is 'Crazy, Stupid, Love'. The way Cal (Steve Carrel) loves his wife, is heartwarming. It's not necessarily a fairytale romance but the movie is touching, and funny.
Why do you think listeners should support Care From the Heart Day?
"The Chinook Regional Hospital serves the community daily through many programs and services – in both emergency and non emergency situations… The thought of not being able to have this resource in the place we call home is not something I want to ever imagine!"
Why do you love radio?
"You get the opportunity to share things you genuinely love with your audience! I meet and talk with so many unique voices every single day and feel so blessed to be welcomed into homes, workplaces and cars of our, “Wild Ones” every day!"
What would be your ideal Valentine's day? Song/Movie?
"Take out with my wife, a cold beer and having someone to babysit my kiddo! Song would be 'Amazed by Lonestar'!"
Check out our new edition of Giving Matters below to learn more about Care from The Heart
as well as our other annual events and fundraising campaigns!
Care from the Heart Day 2025 a Success!
Cardiac Gala Raises $644,000 to Bring Hearts Closer to Home
Lethbridge, AB - February 3, 2025 -
The Cardiac Sciences Advisory Cabinet, in partnership with the Chinook Regional Hospital Foundation, is thrilled to announce that the Bringing Hearts Home Cardiac Gala, held on Saturday, February 1, has raised an astounding $644,000 - exceeding all expectations!
Click here for more!
Charitable Donations Extension | February 28th, 2025
Recently the Government of Canada announced plans to amend the Income Tax Act - this amendment will extend the deadline for tax-deductible donations for the 2024 tax year to February 28, 2025.
This change aims to help donors affected by the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage, ensuring their contributions are processed in time and supporting charities in providing essential services to their communities.
For more check out the following resource: https://www.canada.ca/en/department-finance/news/2024/12/government-of-canada-announces-extension-of-2024-charitable-donations-to-february-28-2025.html