Lji Reporter
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 Sébastien Lavoie, honourary president
and presenting partner of the event, as well as the generous support of 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: 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. (TF) Photo courtesy
of the Fondation Santé Gatineau