May 27,2010/- The University Hospitals Kingston Foundation announced today the new pediatric critical care unit at Kingston General Hospital has received a $200,000 gift from Giant Tiger Stores Limited. The funds will be used to purchase medical equipment for the unit and to furnish rooms.


(left to right) Ian Wilson, Together We Can campaign Chair, Giant Tiger Mascot, Chris Richard, Giant Tiger Franchise Owner, Princess St. & Bath Rd

The donation was presented by president and chief operating officer of Giant Tiger Stores Limited Mr. Andy Gross, at a special celebration attended by pediatric critical care unit staff, hospital and foundation representatives. Bill Richard, Board Chair, Kingston General Hospital, was on hand to announce that a patient room in the new facility will be named for Giant Tiger Stores Limited in recognition of the gift.

"Giant Tiger is proud to support Kingston General Hospital’s new pediatric critical care unit,” said Mr. Gross. “Giant Tiger is a grassroots company where family comes first.  This is our way of giving back to the customers who have supported us for almost 50 years now."

Giant Tiger is a leading Canadian family discount store, providing fashion clothing, groceries and everyday basic needs at everyday low prices. Established in 1961 in Ottawa’s Byward Market, the privately held company has grown to 194 locations across Canada and employs over 7,000 team members. The friendly store with the iconic bright yellow logo is more than an affordable and convenient shopping experience for customers. Giant Tiger has as long-standing tradition of supporting surrounding communities. Last year, Giant Tiger donated more than $2-million to more than 700 local associations across Canada.

The $70-million Together We Can campaign is the largest and most important health care fundraising initiative in the history of Southeastern Ontario. Led by the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation, the joint fundraising arm for Hotel Dieu Hospital, Kingston General Hospital and Providence Care, the campaign will raise money for the redevelopment of our hospitals, the purchasing of equipment and the funding of medical research and staff education. To learn more about giving opportunities, or to make a donation, call 613-549-5452 or toll-free 866-549-5452 or go online to www.kingstonhospitalsfoundation.ca.