Annual Report Stories

York Hills Centre for Children, Youth, and Families and Southlake Health announced a new partnership aimed at strengthening mental health outcomes for Black communities across York Region and southern Simcoe County. The collaboration will expand the Kuumba program, adding a new crisis worker to support Black-identifying children, youth, and families and deliver culturally responsive services. Launched in 2020 by York Hills, the Kuumba program is a culturally grounded therape

Every four and a half minutes, a patient arrives at Southlake Health’s Emergency Department (ED) seeking care. Built in 2003 to support just over 80,000 visits annually, the ED now sees more than 123,000 patients each year. This reflects the rapid growth and increasing health care needs across northern York Region and southern Simcoe County. To help meet this demand, Southlake completed a major renewal and expansion of the ED to create more space and enhance the care environ

Southlake Health introduced York Region’s first robotic technology for knee replacement surgery this year, bringing a new level of precision and personalization to one of the hospital’s most common surgical procedures. Using Zimmer Biomet’s ROSA® Knee System, Southlake surgeons can perform total knee replacement surgery with the support of real-time data and advanced robotic technology tailored to each patient’s unique anatomy. Southlake is one of only a dozen hospitals in O

Record-setting Whiskey, Wine, and MR Menswear event advances cancer care. On October 30, 2025, the NewRoads Performing Arts Centre hosted one of the community’s most anticipated fundraising events of the year: the Whiskey, Wine, and MR Menswear fashion show, bringing together supporters for an evening that blended style, philanthropy, and purpose. At the heart of the event were eight Southlake Health physicians, who traded their scrubs for tailored suits as they stepped onto

Southlake Health and Southlake Health Foundation were proud to announce that 11 members of the Southlake Health Family were awarded the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal. This national honour recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to Canada and their communities. The King Charles III Coronation Medal was established to mark the coronation of His Majesty King Charles III on May 6, 2023. Only 30,000 medals were awarded across the country in 2

Fargol Ghorbani doesn’t just share her time to support Southlake Health. She shares her network, her kindness, and her Southlake story to inspire our communities. For Fargol Ghorbani, what began as a deeply personal healthcare journey has transformed into a powerful force for community impact. As a member of Southlake Health Foundation’s Community Cabinet, she gives more than her time; she brings people with her, inspiring others to join her in championing the hospital’s urge

Southlake Health’s Regional Cardiac Program was selected to perform a live case at the Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) Conference, the world’s largest and most prestigious conference for interventional cardiology. More than 10,000 clinicians from around the world watched Steven Miner, MD operate live on a patient at Southlake as he demonstrated the industry-leading comprehensive coronary physiology testing. The livestreamed case performed on October 26, marked

In 2025, Southlake Health completed a two-year transformation of its food services to enhance care and improve the experience for patients, visitors, staff, and medical staff. In partnership with Compass Group Canada, Southlake introduced freshly prepared meals designed to provide both nutrition and comfort while meeting the diverse care needs of patients. Retail dining spaces across the hospital were also refreshed and expanded, creating modern, welcoming environments with

Southlake Health celebrated four physicians who were recognized with prestigious provincial honours, reflecting the organization’s commitment to innovation, leadership, and patient-centred care. Among those recognized was Alisha Kassam, whose Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology Program received the Visionary Award from the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) for advancing equitable, age-appropriate cancer care. Through innovative programming and a focus on the u

As part of its commitment to delivering leading edge care, close to home, Southlake Health is transforming the way care is delivered through major digital initiatives designed to strengthen patient safety, improve clinical workflows, and enhance the experience for patients and providers alike. In 2025, a key milestone was the October 2025 launch of an upgraded electronic medical record system in partnership with Oak Valley Health and Stevenson Memorial Hospital through the S

Southlake Health continued to expand access to specialized cardiac care this year through new community partnerships and programs designed to bring leading edge care closer to home. In September 2025, Southlake expanded its Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation Program into Georgina, offering patients access to supervised rehabilitation, education, and lifestyle support closer to where they live. Delivered at the Multi-use Recreational Complex (MURC), the program helps peopl

Southlake Health’s commitment to people, culture, and exceptional care was recognized nationally and internationally over the past year through several prestigious honours. In 2025, Southlake was named one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital, recognizing organizations that foster high-performing, people-focused workplace cultures. Southlake was also recognized as one of the Greater Toronto Area’s Top Employers for 2026, highlighting its on

Southlake Health Foundation recognizes the incredible impact of the NewRoads LakeRide on leading edge care, close to home. Every September, for the last decade, cyclists from across northern York Region, southern Simcoe County, and beyond have gathered for the highly anticipated NewRoads LakeRide event. Hosted by the NewRoads Automotive Group and championed by President Michael Croxon, the region’s premier cycling event marked its 10th and final year under NewRoads in 2025,

Our communities came together to make history for our 2026 event. More than 1,800 runners and walkers took to Davis Drive in the early morning of Sunday, April 26, 2026, as the spring sunshine emerged on the largest Nature’s Emporium Run for Southlake in history. With 133 teams, the event reached an incredible milestone, raising over $520,000 to support critical needs across Southlake — the most ever raised since the event’s inception 24 years ago. “We are beyond thrilled wit

From lifesaving technology to everyday essentials, donor generosity is transforming care across Southlake Health. Behind every moment of care at Southlake Health is something essential: the right equipment in the hands of the right experts. Thanks to the generosity of our communities, donors continue to play a critical role in ensuring Southlake’s physicians, nurses, and clinical teams have access to the advanced tools and technology needed to deliver exceptional care, ever

Advancing diagnosis, accelerating treatment, and transforming care for Southlake’s Regional Cancer Centre. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our communities, the HERE is Where Cancer Meets its Match campaign is delivering meaningful progress, bringing advanced technology and increased access to patients facing cancer, right here at Southlake. Over the past year, donors have helped achieve a major milestone: the arrival and implementation of a new, state-of-the-art M

A meaningful way our communities say, “Thank you.” Every day at Southlake Health, extraordinary care is made possible by our people — physicians, nurses, clinicians, staff, and volunteers — who show up with compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to their patients and each other. Over the past year, our community found a powerful way to recognize those efforts through the Heroes of Southlake program. This unique initiative gives patients and families the opportunity

The Circle of Hope Donor Wall at Southlake is reimagined for the future. At the heart of Southlake Health’s main lobby, a powerful symbol of gratitude was renewed this year. In June 2025, Southlake Health Foundation proudly unveiled the newly refreshed Circle of Hope Donor Wall, welcoming more than 80 donors and Community Champions to celebrate the individuals and organizations whose generosity helps make leading edge care possible. Originally installed in 2008, the Circle of

Southlake’s radiologists make a $1 million investment in care. At Southlake Health, the power of community is felt not only through the generosity of donors but through the leadership of those who deliver care every day. In June 2025, Southlake Health Foundation was proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone: the completion of a $1-million pledge from X-Ray Associates, a group of radiologists who serve patients across Southlake and in our neighbouring communities. This extrao

Donors are helping to expand capacity today and equip care for tomorrow. At Southlake Health, the need for emergency care has never been greater. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our community, meaningful progress is already underway to expand our capacity and ensure Southlake’s Emergency Department is equipped with the latest technology to care for our communities. Over the past year, a major milestone in The Future Is Now campaign was realized with the completion