Bluewater Health is one of 50 hospital partners across Ontario being recognized by the Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) for excellence in organ and tissue donation.
For the fourth consecutive year, the hospital has received the Provincial Eligible Approach Rate Award for achieving a 100 per cent eligible approach rate, surpassing the provincial target of 90 per cent.
Bluewater Health also recently received the Award of Excellence for meeting or exceeding provincial targets for four or more consecutive years.
“These awards reflect the compassion and professionalism of our critical care and clinical teams, who approach donation discussions with sensitivity and respect,” said Intensivist and Medical Director of Critical Care Medicine Dr. Glenna Cuccarolo. “Behind every donation is a family making an extraordinary decision at one of the most difficult moments of their lives. We’re deeply grateful for their generosity and courage.”
Ontario hospitals supported 339 organ donors in 2024-2025, enabling 836 life-saving transplants. Over 2,000 tissue donors also enhanced the lives of many others.
With 50 hospital partners recognized this year, it marks the largest number to be honoured by TGLN since the program began in 2002.
“This year’s record level of recognition is a testament to the dedicated, patient-centred care provided by Bluewater Health’s healthcare team as they honour and support the decisions of patients and their families to donate,” said TGLN Interim Vice-President Janet MacLean. “It also reflects the deep commitment of Ontario hospitals to fostering a culture where organ and tissue donation is a natural and meaningful part of end-of-life care.”
Residents interested in registering as a donor can learn more at BeADonor.ca.
