Celebrating the resounding success of the 21st Edition of the Défi Ski Santé

Tashi Farmilo

The Fondation Santé Gatineau is proud to announce that the 21st annual Défi Ski Santé has surpassed all expectations, thanks to the exceptional generosity and commitment of the regional community.

On February 21, nearly 40 local businesses and numerous donors gathered on the beautiful slopes of Mont Cascades to participate in a friendly ski competition, while supporting the renovation project of the ENT-oncology clinics at the CISSS de l'Outaouais. This initiative was made possible thanks to the exemplary leadership of Mr. Sébastien Lavoie, honorary president and presenting partner of the event, as well as the generous support of Mr. Yan Labelle, partner at Atelier Architectes.

The result was remarkable: the initial fundraising goal of $100,000 was far exceeded, with a total amount announced of $134,160.63. This success demonstrates the positive and lasting impact that the collaboration of the business community can have on the transformation of healthcare in the Outaouais region and their willingness to participate in it!

Since the beginning of their involvement in the Défi Ski Santé, more than $2 million has been raised to support the modernization of healthcare and social services in the region. These funds directly contribute to improving access to quality healthcare for residents of the Outaouais.

The festive closing evening, held at Château Cartier, provided participants with an opportunity to celebrate this remarkable success in an atmosphere of joy and camaraderie. The Fondation Santé Gatineau expresses its deep gratitude to all participants, donors, and partners who contributed to making this 21st edition a true triumph.

Thanks to the generous contributions collected this year, the Fondation Santé Gatineau will be able to continue the realization of the ENT-oncology clinic renovation project, ensuring rapid access and appropriate multidisciplinary follow-up for the region's population.

Photo caption: Dr. Éric Forget, Dr. Boucher, M. Jean Pigeon, Dr. Houle, M. Luc Lafrenière, M. Alexandre Goyette, M. Sébastien Lavoie, M. Alexandre Leblanc, M. Yan Labelle, Dr. Nguyen, and Dr. Marc Bilodeau gather for a successful event at the Gatineau Health Foundation. 

Photo credit: Courtesy of the Fondation Santé Gatineau