2025 – Matching Donations and Meaningful Support
Shell Canada-Groundbirch is contributing as a $10,000 matching donor for the Have a Heart Radiothon where the FSJ Hospital Foundation is raising funds for cardiorespiratory monitors for our Birthing Centre.
Beyond their financial support, Shell employees also volunteered their time to help set up and take down the Bluey Day event—a cherished annual fundraiser where participants shave their heads in solidarity with those facing cancer. Their involvement highlights Shell’s hands-on approach to supporting local healthcare.
2024 – Heartfelt Support for Peace Villa
Shell Canada-Groundbirch continued their tradition of giving with a $5,000 donation to the Have a Heart Radiothon, dedicated to supporting Peace Villa, the region’s residential care facility.
Pictured: Jayson Rempell, Jim Reeder, Kelly Amboe, Jamie Grant, and Pat Evans.
2023 – A Clearer Picture for More Patients
Shell Canada-Groundbirch’s $10,000 donation to the Light a Moose Radiothon contributed to the purchase of a Philips Epiq Elite Ultrasound machine for the Fort St. John Hospital. Valued at $175,000, this equipment will significantly expand the hospital’s diagnostic capacity—serving an additional 1,820 to 2,600 patients annually in the Medical Imaging Department.
2020–2022 – Consistent Commitment to Community Care
Over these three years, Shell Canada-Groundbirch demonstrated unwavering support for the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation and the broader community. In 2020, they contributed $20,000 to the Greatest Need Fund in response to COVID-19, along with an additional $10,000 to the Light a Moose Radiothon.
Their generosity continued through 2021 and 2022, with contributions to both the Have a Heart and Light a Moose Radiothons each year—helping fund essential equipment and services for both the hospital and Peace Villa.
2019 – Investing in Diagnostic Accuracy
In 2019, Shell Canada-Groundbirch provided funding for a Paraffin Dispenser in the Fort St. John Hospital Laboratory. This specialized equipment allows our lab technologists to embed tissue samples in wax, enabling the creation of ultra-thin slices for microscopic examination—an essential step in achieving accurate diagnoses. 🔗 Learn more here.
Shell representatives Shawn Baxter and Jennifer Prochera visited the hospital to connect with staff and see the impact of their support. Their visit reflected Shell’s ongoing commitment to investing in the health of the communities where they operate.
2018 – Dual Impact: Hospital and Residential Care
In 2018, Shell Canada-Groundbirch made two impactful contributions to healthcare in Fort St. John. A $10,000 donation to the Light a Moose Radiothon supported the purchase of essential equipment for the hospital and a $5,000 grant was directed to Peace Villa, helping to fund specialized equipment that enhances the quality of care for long-term residents. This support was made possible through Shell’s community grant program.
2012 – A Grand Opening and a Grand Gesture
In celebration of the grand opening of their new office in Fort St. John, Shell Canada-Groundbirch made a landmark contribution to local healthcare. A total of $200,000 was donated to regional hospital foundations, with $100,000 directed to the Fort St. John Hospital Foundation and another $100,000 to the Dawson Creek Hospital Foundation.
This generous gift helped fund critical medical equipment for the Fort St. John Hospital. That year equipment purchases included patient monitors, a CADD pump, a broadband ultrasound probe, and 55 non-invasive blood pressure (NIBP) units. These tools enhanced the hospital’s ability to deliver timely and accurate care, marking the beginning of a long-standing partnership rooted in community well-being.