On the heels of the provincial announcement that Georgian will be able to offer a stand-alone Honours Bachelor of Science – Nursing degree at its Barrie and Owen Sound campuses, the Larche Family Foundation has announced its commitment of $150,000 to the college.
A portion of the donation will go to the Frontline Support: Health-care Heroes Closer to Home campaign to enhance nursing learning spaces at the Barrie and Owen Sound campuses and purchase vital equipment.
“We are so grateful to the Larche family for their generosity,” said Dr. MaryLynn West-Moynes, President and CEO of Georgian College. “Not only will these funds contribute to the development of the next generation of nurses greatly needed in our region, this donation will also help foster entrepreneurship and innovation to drive a stronger economy. This strategic approach is a true reflection of Paul and Lawrene’s values combined with their exceptional entrepreneurial and innovative skills. Thank you Paul and Lawrene.”
Paul and Lawrene describe the gift as the perfect way to unite their family’s passions for local health care and entrepreneurial success. The Larche donation will be put to good use at the college to help renovate key spaces and purchase critical equipment to enhance the learning and provide simulation learning for future nurses.
The other half of the foundation’s total donation will go toward supporting the cutting-edge work of the Henry Bernick Entrepreneurship Centre, in particular the creation of an innovative sound studio at the Barrie Campus.
Georgian’s Frontline Support campaign’s $3-million initiative will unite the support of individuals, corporate partners, local governments and foundations to provide a sector-leading educational experience by renewing facilities and equipment, transforming technology, fostering student success and funding essential community-based research.
For more information on the campaign and how to give visit gcheroes.ca/front-line-support. The first class of nursing degree students will begin in September 2022.