Hazel Mc Callion - Contribution To Health Care

Contribution To Health Care

Duirng the 2008, "An Evening Voyage" Gala, Trillium Health Centre named the new advanced cardiac care centre the 'Hazel McCallion Centre for Heart Health' in the honor of the Mayor. Hazel McCallion is the honorary chair to the Trillium Health Centre Foundation’s $36 million capital campaign and has made had a significant contribution to the health centre with campaigns such as the "I heart Hazel" campaign, which " Awareness and funds for advanced cardiac services, while honouring an iconic leader". Janet Davidson, O.C. president and CEO stated that, "We are extremely grateful for everything Mayor McCallion has done for Trillium Health Centre and for the health and well-being of the people of Mississauga." The Mayor was grateful for such an honor, "The Hazel McCallion Centre for Heart Health will provide cardiac care, research and education which will help to enhance Trillium’s reputation as a leader in cardiac care and I am truly honoured to have this facility bear my name".

McCallion became the "Poster-girl for longevity and good health" for Trillium Health Centre on her 90th birthday which coincided with the hospital's 'Wear Your Heart' event that recognizes the tremendous support of the volunteer staff at the hospital. Dr. Barbara Clive, a geriatrician, marvels at McCallions good health, "At 90 her gait is perfect, her speech is totally sharp and she has the drive to still run this city. She’s the poster child for seniors". She also visited the Credit Valley Hospital, which she, "she helped found 25 years ago" earlier that day.

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