On Tuesday, Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospital Foundation will welcome home Mike Jones, as he completes his Cross-Canada Bicycle Tour in support of the Cardiac Catheterization Lab at HDGH.

Pedaling 6,300-Kilometres from Dawson City, Yukon to Windsor, ON, Mike’s trek across Canada gives hope to cardiac patients who receive a second chance at healthy living following an emergency cardiac care procedure at Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospital .

Along the way, Mike, 48, raised awareness about the dangers of heart disease in stops at cities and towns across Canada. Over the course of his journey, Mike has raised $19,840 for the HDGH cardiac catheterization lab.

Also on July 24, TD Bank Group will announce a $75,000 donation to the hospital’s Beyond Medicine Campaign, which is raising funds for an expansion that includes a 10,445 square foot Cardiac Care Centre. It will feature two state-of-the-art angioplasty suites that will allow us to treat all of the area’s cardiac patients –especially those in need of emergency procedures – on a 24/7 basis.

“We’re extremely excited to welcome Mike home and to celebrate TD Bank Group’s sizeable donation toward the hospital’s Beyond Medicine Campaign,” states Bill Marra, President and Executive Director of the Hôtel-Dieu Grace Hospital Foundation. “Their demonstrated commitment and support for Cardiac Care at Hôtel-Dieu Grace is a testament to the dedication and generosity of our community.”

 

 

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Mike will enter the hospital through the sliding doors into the Goyeau St. lobby.

*** Media requesting a photo opportunities of Mike on his bicycle en route to HDGH in Windsor are asked to contact HDGH later Monday to confirm the route he is taking to the hospital.