1. Media Advisory
ATTENTION: Assignment/News/ Health/Photo Editors
WHAT: On Apr. 13, 2016, Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) will hold a special celebration at Hamilton
General Hospital to celebrate BeADonor Month, and to accept two special awards for exemplary practice
in organ & tissue donation from Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN). The celebration will be held in
memory of Marshall Kampen, trauma victim and organ donor. Members of the media are invited to
attend this special celebration & awards presentation.
WHO: Rob MacIsaac, President & CEO, Hamilton Health Sciences
Ronnie Gavsie, President &CEO, Trillium Gift of Life Network
Teresa Smith, Vice President, Hamilton Health Sciences
WHAT: Celebration & awards presentation highlighting HHS’ partnership with TGLN and the importance
of organ & tissue donation
Interview and Photo opportunities available
WHEN: Wednesday, April 13, 2016
1:15 p.m.-1:25 p.m. Opening Remarks
1:35 p.m.-1:40 p.m. Trillium Gift of Life Foundation Awards Presentation
1:40 p.m.-1:45 p.m. VIDEO: “Marshall’s Journey” Video
1:45 p.m.-1:55 p.m. Guest Speaker
1:55p.m.-3:00 p.m. Closing remarks and reception
WHERE: Margaret Charters Auditorium
Hamilton General Hospital
237 Barton St E
Hamilton, ON