On September 30, approximately 100 members of the business community attended a benefit cocktail celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Marie-Clarac HospitalFoundation, held under the honorary chairmanship of Vincent Chiara, President of Groupe MACH. The evening brought together partners, donors and friends of the Hospital and raised $300,000 in support of a vital project.
The funds raised will be used to acquire an automated medication-packaging robot and a package-verification system, with a total estimated cost of $500,000. These tools play a crucial role in the preparation of medications, ensuring a safer, more precise, and more efficient process for patients.
“Tonight, we are coming together to support a concrete, impactful project that is essential to the quality of care provided to patients. The initiatives we support demonstrate how innovation and humanism can go hand in hand. Investing in technologies that enhance the safety of medication distribution directly contributes to the well-being and safety of our patients,” stated Mr. Chiara, the evening’s honorary chairman.
“As we mark our Foundation’s 30th anniversary, this exceptional generosity speaks to the community’s commitment to our mission and their confidence in the care we provide. Every donation received represents far more than a financial contribution; it translates into greater safety for our patients, increased efficiency for our teams, and a higher quality of care delivered every single day,” remarked Sister Martine Côté, Director General of Marie-Clarac Hospital .
The $300,000 raised marks a major step forward in upgrading this strategic equipment. Replacing it will ensure that the highest standards of quality and safety are maintained in medication management, to the benefit of the thousands of patients treated at Marie-Clarac Hospital each year.
For 30 years, the Marie-Clarac Hospital Foundation has mobilized the community to support the continuous improvement of patient care and services. This campaign is a continuation of that long-standing tradition of dedication and innovation in the service of healthcare.