The Delta Hospital Foundation announced this week it has received a gift of $325,000 from the Delta Agricultural Society towards the construction of a diagnostic services building.
In recognition of the donation, the computerized tomography room in the Peter C. and Elizabeth Toigo Diagnostic Services building will be named in the group's honour.
The agricultural society's donation, along with other gifts from the community, has helped the Delta Hospital Foundation complete the capital campaign by raising a record $7.5 million.
"We wish to thank the Delta Agricultural Society for this incredible donation and for all they have done for this community," said Lisa Hoglund, interim executive director of the Delta Hospital Foundation.
"They play such an important role in Delta and with this gift they will, once again, be making a positive impact on the health and well being of all Delta residents. We are humbled by all they have done, and continue to do, for our community."
The Delta Agricultural Society has made many significant philanthropic contributions to Delta Hospital throughout the years.
"Delta Hospital plays such an important role in our community and to our residents," said agricultural society president Jack Bates.
"We are only too happy to support this campaign for a new diagnostics services building and Delta Hospital in general. We all know how vital it is to have the great health services the hospital provides so close to home."
Founded in 1888 by a group of local farmers, the Delta Agricultural Society was established to primarily assist in the improvement of farming practices, land cultivation and livestock breeding in Delta.
The society has since become a major supporter of the wider Delta community, donating many millions to community groups, facilities and projects.
