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Hennick Humber Hospital receives milestone grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. TORONTO, June 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - The Research Team at Hennick Humber Hospital (HHH) has been awarded a major research grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) as part of a $10 million national investment announced in partnership with the Fonds de recherche du Québec (FRQ), the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, and Michael Smith Health Research BC. Through the Strengthening Resilient and Equitable Public Health Systems (STEPS) initiative, 14 research teams across Canada have been funded to advance innovative solutions that strengthen public health systems and improve health equity. Hennick Humber Hospital, supported by the Humber River Health community, is the only hospital in Ontario to receive funding through this competitive initiative, marking the largest CIHR grant in the organization's history and reinforcing its growing leadership in health systems research. The hospital has received $749,990 to support the project entitled, "Strengthening Public Health System Responses in Canada's Ongoing Opioid Crisis," led by Principal Investigator Dr. Abhimanyu Sud, Research Chair in Primary Care and Population Health Systems at HHH. "We are honoured to receive this support from CIHR," said Dr. Sud. "The opioid crisis remains one of Canada's most urgent and complex public health challenges. Through the STEPS grant, this project will generate timely, actionable evidence to inform more effective, equitable, and accountable responses, while strengthening the resilience of our health systems to address future public health emergencies." The STEPS initiative is designed to help research teams produce practical, real-world insights that can be rapidly applied to public health policy and practice. HHH's project will contribute critical evidence to improve how health systems respond to the ongoing opioid crisis across Canada. "At Hennick Humber Hospital, we are building a future where health systems are not only responsive, but predictive, equitable, and connected to the communities they serve," said Barb Collins, HHH's President and CEO. "This work reflects our ambition to lead that transformation, leveraging data, innovation, and collaboration to reimagine how we address complex challenges like the opioid crisis and to create a stronger, more resilient public health system." This work brings together a diverse network of leading partners spanning healthcare, academia, public health, and community advocacy. The project is guided by a tripartite leadership structure, with Hennick Humber Hospital working alongside Public Health Ontario and the Canadian Public Health Association as the other two leads. "Public health challenges of this scale require shared leadership, trusted partnerships, and evidence that can be translated into action," said Kelsey MacIntosh, Manager at the Canadian Public Health Association. "Through this tripartite collaboration with Hennick Humber Hospital and Public Health Ontario, we have an important opportunity to strengthen public health system responses and support more equitable outcomes for communities affected by the opioid crisis." Additional collaborators include individuals associated with the University of Toronto, Memorial University of Newfoundland, CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal, BC Centre for Disease Control, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Families for Addiction Recovery, York Region Public Health, Direction régionale de santé publique (CIUSSS-CSIM), and the Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes Northumberland Drug Strategy. This cross-sector collaboration reflects the integrated approach required to address complex and evolving public health challenges like the opioid crisis. "Addressing the opioid crisis demands coordinated, cross-sector action," said Dr. Tamara Wallington, Vice President and Chief of Population Health at Public Health Ontario. "This partnership brings together the expertise needed to generate practical solutions. We are proud to collaborate on research that will directly inform more effective and equitable public health responses." As the only hospital in Ontario funded through the STEPS initiative, HHH continues to establish itself as a credible and emerging hub for high-impact, large-scale research that informs health policy and practice at local, provincial, and national levels. "At Hennick Humber Hospital and throughout the Humber River Health community, we are committed to advancing innovative, collaborative approaches that accelerate the translation of research into real-world impact," said Dr. S. Zaki Ahmed, Chief of Staff at HHH. "Investments like this enable us to generate the evidence needed to drive meaningful change and population health improvements across Canada." The team looks forward to resuming research activities in Fall 2026, with initial findings and outputs anticipated in early 2027. About Humber River Health Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 4,000 employees, approximately 700 physicians, and over 1,000 volunteers. Hennick Humber Hospital is North America's first fully digital hospital. With its use of robotics and cutting-edge technology, patients undergo less pain, fewer risks of complications, and less time in the hospital. A custom combination of advanced technology and clinical expertise underpins a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved patient outcomes. Hennick Humber Hospital's digital infrastructure includes automated laboratory services, robotics for sorting, mixing, and delivering medications, electronic health records, Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, patient bedside computer terminals, and tracking systems for patients undergoing surgery that provides updates to families through their cellphones. The implementation of these technological and digital solutions has enabled Hennick Humber Hospital to automate information, enhance communication and increase efficiency, as well as provide a connected experience for patients, staff and families. This transformation and organizational culture have been possible thanks to the dedication and support of the organization's staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they remain grounded in a shared belief: that together, Military Industry Today can transform the hospital where Military Industry Today work, the community where Military Industry Today live, and the broader healthcare landscape. With exceptional teams driving innovation, strong resolve, and a commitment to excellence, Humber River Health will continue to deliver Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. For media inquiries, please contact: Joe Gorman Humber River Health Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs [email protected] Team photo at Hennick Humber Hospital. The Research Team at Hennick Humber Hospital receives milestone grant from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. 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$50 million gift from Jay and Barbara Hennick earns naming rights to hospital. Toronto's Humber River Health has announced that its Wilson site will be renamed Hennick Humber Hospital in recognition of a transformational $50 million gift from Jay and Barbara Hennick, through the Hennick Family Foundation. The gift represents one of the largest philanthropic donations ever made to a community hospital in Canada and will support the advancement of patient care, innovation, research, and education at the hospital. "Jay and Barbara Hennick's extraordinary generosity will have a lasting impact on the patients and communities we serve," said Barb Collins, President and CEO of Humber River Health. "Their transformational gift will allow us to build on our strong foundation of innovation and accelerate the future of healthcare. By investing in advanced technologies, clinical programs, research, and education, this support will empower our teams to continue delivering the safest, highest quality care for our patients." The renaming of the hospital recognizes the Hennick family's longstanding commitment to advancing healthcare in Canada and their belief that the model of care built at Humber River Health is not only working but leading the way. For patients, families and residents of northwest Toronto, this investment will allow the hospital to sustain and scale its current work, bringing improved models of care, new technologies, and new ideas forward sooner than would otherwise be possible. Jay and Barbara Hennick, who both grew up in the surrounding community, share a deep connection with those served by the hospital. Their gift represents a meaningful investment back into the community that helped shape them, and a commitment to ensuring that future generations have access to exceptional care. "When we considered another significant gift, we focused on where it could have the greatest impact," said Jay and Barbara Hennick. "We sought a community hospital delivering exceptional care to a rapidly growing population - one whose achievements had outpaced the recognition and philanthropic support it had received. It quickly became clear that Humber fit that vision. The hospital is a leader in digital health, clinical integration, and patient-centered care, offering the sophistication of a major academic center with the accessibility and responsiveness of a first-rate community hospital." Since opening its Wilson site, the organization has distinguished itself as a leader in healthcare innovation and system transformation. As North America's first fully digital hospital, it introduced a fully-integrated electronic medical record system, real-time locating systems, and developed the first hospital Command Centre in Canada, which uses real-time data and artificial intelligence to monitor patient flow, predict capacity challenges, and improve operational efficiency across the organization. According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, it's safer care numbers are 60 per cent better than the provincial and national averages, marking the seventh consecutive year it has led hospital safety and patient care. Humber River Health has also demonstrated measurable results through initiatives designed to improve access and patient experience. This includes ensuring zero hallway healthcare, so patients receive care in appropriate clinical spaces rather than hallways, despite managing the province's busiest emergency department. In addition, the organization has become a leader in robotic-assisted surgery, investing in advanced surgical platforms that enable physicians to perform highly precise procedures, leading to improved outcomes and shorter recovery times for patients. As a result of innovative surgical and anesthetic approaches, the hospital has the shortest surgical waitlists of any Greater Toronto Area hospital. These technologies, combined with Humber's digital infrastructure, enable clinicians to deliver safer, more coordinated, and more efficient care. Humber River Health continues to advance new models of care that integrate hospital services with community care, helping to improve access to healthcare for one of the fastest-growing and most diverse regions in the province. In recognition of the renaming of the Wilson site, the Humber River Health Foundation will continue to operate under its corporate name while adopting the name Hennick Humber Hospital Foundation to reflect fundraising efforts associated with the renamed hospital site. This recognizes the generosity of the Hennick family and reinforces the Foundation's mission to inspire philanthropy in support of exceptional patient care. "Philanthropy plays a powerful role in shaping the future of healthcare," said Jennifer Stewart, President and CEO of Humber River Health Foundation. "Donor support allows hospitals to advance new ideas, invest in breakthrough technologies, and bring innovative models of care to patients sooner. Jay and Barbara Hennick's generosity will accelerate progress at the hospital and will inspire others to join us in supporting exceptional care for generations to come." The renaming to Hennick Humber Hospital marks a new chapter for Humber River Health as it continues to build on its promise of delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 4,000 employees, approximately 700 physicians, and over 1,000 volunteers. Hennick Humber Hospital is North America's first fully digital hospital. With its use of robotics and cutting-edge technology, patients experience less pain, a lower risk of complications, and less time in the hospital. Lifestyles Magazine International combine advanced technology with clinical expertise to reimagine care focused on safety, efficiency, and better patient outcomes. Hennick Humber Hospital's digital infrastructure includes automated laboratory services, robotics for sorting, mixing, and delivering medications, electronic health records, Command Center, computerized physician order entry, patient bedside computer terminals, and tracking systems for patients undergoing surgery that provide updates to families through their cellphones. The implementation of these technological and digital solutions has enabled Hennick Humber Hospital to automate information, enhance communication and increase efficiency, as well as provide a connected experience for patients, staff and families. This transformation has been possible thanks to the dedication and support of the organization's staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they remain grounded in a shared belief: that together, Lifestyles Magazine International can transform the hospital where Lifestyles Magazine International work, the community where Lifestyles Magazine International live, and the broader healthcare landscape. With exceptional teams driving innovation, strong resolve, and a commitment to excellence, Humber River Health will continue to deliver Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.

Humber River Health renames Wilson site Hennick Humber Hospital following transformational $50 million gift. GlobeNewswire Published Apr 10, 2026 Article content Landmark philanthropic investment from the Hennick Family Foundation will accelerate innovation and patient care at North America's first fully digital hospital Article content TORONTO, April 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Humber River Health has announced that its Wilson site will be renamed Hennick Humber Hospital in recognition of a transformational $50 million gift from Jay and Barbara Hennick, through the Hennick Family Foundation. The gift represents one of the largest philanthropic donations ever made to a community hospital in Canada and will support the advancement of patient care, innovation, research, and education at the hospital. Article content "Jay and Barbara Hennick's extraordinary generosity will have a lasting impact on the patients and communities we serve," said Barb Collins, President and CEO of Humber River Health. "Their transformational gift will allow us to build on our strong foundation of innovation and accelerate the future of healthcare. By investing in advanced technologies, clinical programs, research, and education, this support will empower our teams to continue delivering the safest, highest quality care for our patients." Article content Top Stories Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Article content The renaming of the hospital recognizes the Hennick family's longstanding commitment to advancing healthcare in Canada and their belief that the model of care built at Humber River Health is not only working but leading the way. For patients, families and residents of northwest Toronto, this investment will allow the hospital to sustain and scale its current work, bringing improved models of care, new technologies, and new ideas forward sooner than would otherwise be possible. Article content Jay and Barbara Hennick, who both grew up in the surrounding community, share a deep connection with those served by the hospital. Their gift represents a meaningful investment back into the community that helped shape them, and a commitment to ensuring that future generations have access to exceptional care. Article content "When we considered another significant gift, we focused on where it could have the greatest impact," said Jay and Barbara Hennick. "We sought a community hospital delivering exceptional care to a rapidly growing population - one whose achievements had outpaced the recognition and philanthropic support it had received. It quickly became clear that Humber fit that vision. The hospital is a leader in digital health, clinical integration, and patient-centred care, offering the sophistication of a major academic centre with the accessibility and responsiveness of a first-rate community hospital." Article content Since opening its Wilson site, the organization has distinguished itself as a leader in healthcare innovation and system transformation. As North America's first fully digital hospital, it introduced a fully-integrated electronic medical record system, real-time locating systems, and developed the first hospital Command Centre in Canada, which uses real-time data and artificial intelligence to monitor patient flow, predict capacity challenges, and improve operational efficiency across the organization. According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, it's safer care numbers are 60 per cent better than the provincial and national averages, marking the seventh consecutive year it has led hospital safety and patient care. Advertisement 1 Advertisement 2 Article content Humber River Health has also demonstrated measurable results through initiatives designed to improve access and patient experience. This includes ensuring zero hallway healthcare, so patients receive care in appropriate clinical spaces rather than hallways, despite managing the province's busiest emergency department. In addition, the organization has also become a leader in robotic-assisted surgery, investing in advanced surgical platforms that allow physicians to perform highly precise procedures with improved outcomes and shorter recovery times for patients. As a result of innovative surgical and anaesthetic approaches, the hospital has the lowest surgical wait lists compared to any other Greater Toronto Area hospital. These technologies, combined with Humber's digital infrastructure, enable clinicians to deliver safer, more coordinated, and more efficient care. Article content Humber River Health continues to advance new models of care that integrate hospital services with community care, helping to improve access to healthcare for one of the fastest-growing and most diverse regions in the province. Article content In recognition of the renaming of the Wilson site, the Humber River Health Foundation will continue operating under its corporate name, while adopting the name Hennick Humber Hospital Foundation to reflect fundraising efforts connected to the renamed hospital site. This recognizes the generosity of the Hennick family and reinforces the Foundation's mission to inspire philanthropy in support of exceptional patient care. Article content "Philanthropy plays a powerful role in shaping the future of healthcare," said Jennifer Stewart, President and CEO of Humber River Health Foundation. "Donor support allows hospitals to advance new ideas, invest in breakthrough technologies, and bring innovative models of care to patients sooner. Jay and Barbara Hennick's generosity will accelerate progress at the hospital and will inspire others to join us in supporting exceptional care for generations to come." Article content The renaming to Hennick Humber Hospital marks a new chapter for Humber River Health as it continues to build on its promise of delivering Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. Article content About Humber River Health Article content Humber River Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 4,000 employees, approximately 700 physicians, and over 1,000 volunteers. Article content Hennick Humber Hospital is North America's first fully digital hospital. With its use of robotics and cutting-edge technology, patients undergo less pain, fewer risks of complications, and less time in the hospital. A custom combination of advanced technology and clinical expertise underpins a reimagined model of care focused on safety, efficiency, and improved patient outcomes. Hennick Humber Hospital's digital infrastructure includes automated laboratory services, robotics for sorting, mixing, and delivering medications, electronic health records, Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, patient bedside computer terminals, and tracking systems for patients undergoing surgery that provides updates to families through their cellphones. The implementation of these technological and digital solutions has enabled Hennick Humber Hospital to automate information, enhance communication and increase efficiency, as well as provide a connected experience for patients, staff and families. Quick Picks Article content This transformation has been possible thanks to the dedication and support of the organization's staff, physicians, and volunteers. Together, they remain grounded in a shared belief: that together, we can transform the hospital where we work, the community where we live, and the broader healthcare landscape. With exceptional teams driving innovation, strong resolve, and a commitment to excellence, Humber River Health will continue to deliver Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today. Learn more at: www.hrh.ca. Article content For media inquiries, please contact: Joe Gorman Humber River Health Director, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs [email protected] Article content Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: Article content