MEDIA ADVISORY: CHEO to receive six-figure donation at handprint ceremony tomorrow
OTTAWA, ON, May 6, 2025 /CNW/ - Tomorrow, Hyundai Hope on Wheels will announce a six figure donation to CHEO and hold its third Handprint Ceremony in Ottawa in support of paediatric cancer care. CHEO's Hematology and Oncology Program provides comprehensive care for children and youth with blood and cancer disorders. Last year 110 children and youth were diagnosed with cancer at CHEO, with 500 others in active care.
Members of the media are invited to attend a press conference where Hyundai Canada leadership, CHEO Foundation representatives and patient ambassadors will share more details on the initiative and its impact.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 7, 2025
TIME: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. – detailed schedule breakdown below
WHERE: CHEO School, 401 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON. K1H 8L1
WHY ATTEND?
Live cheque presentation of a six-figure donation to CHEO
Access to Hyundai Canada executives, CHEO leadership and patient ambassadors
Powerful visuals and stories of hope, impact and community commitment
Hyundai Canada leadership
Kirk Merrett, director of human resources and administration
Harry Mews, CEO, Myers Barrhaven Hyundai
CHEO Foundation and hospital leadership
Steve Read, president and CEO, CHEO Foundation
Dr. Tommy Alain, senior scientist, CHEO Research Institute
PHOTO/ VIDEO OPPORTUNITIES:
Donation ceremony with cheque presentation with representatives from Hyundai Canada, CHEO Hospital and CHEO Foundation
Hyundai Hope on Wheels Canada Handprint Ceremony featuring patient ambassadors and families
SCHEDULE BREAKDOWN:
10 AM – 10:30 AM | Media Arrivals and Check-In
10:30 AM - 10:47 AM | Press Conference
10:50 AM - 11 AM | Handprint Ceremony
11 AM - 11:15 AM | Media Interviews
11:30 AM | Event Wrap-Up
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Brad Ross, Hyundai Canada; (416) 524-9904 / [email protected]
Mohga Hassib, Hyundai Canada; (416) 434-9833 / [email protected]
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