BATHURST, November 27 2025 — Last night, the nine hospital foundations responsible for the Northern Star campaign lit up this symbol of solidarity and commitment to patients,
families, and healthcare professionals in our hospitals.
The official lighting ceremony brought together donors, families, volunteers, and partners, including UNI Financial Cooperation, a loyal partner since the campaign’s inception.
The nine foundations organizing the campaign
The Northern Star campaign is being run jointly by:
• Chaleur Regional Hospital Foundation (Bathurst);
• Fondation Hôpital de l’Enfant-Jésus Inc. (Caraquet);
• Foundation of the Friends of the Grand Falls General Hospital Inc. (Grand Falls);
• Edmundston Regional Hospital Foundation (Edmundston);
• Lamèque Hospital and CHC Foundation (Lamèque);
• Friends of Healthcare Foundation (Campbellton);
• Fondation Dr Romaric Boulay (Saint-Quentin);
• The Friends of the Stella-Maris-de-Kent Foundation (Sainte-Anne-de-Kent);
• Fondation Les Amis de l’Hôpital de Tracadie (Tracadie).
These nine foundations are joining forces to send a united message:
« Together, we shine a light on our commitment to quality healthcare and improving well-being in each of our communities. »
A long-standing partner: UNI Financial Cooperation
Since the first edition, UNI has supported the Northern Star campaign and actively contributed to its success. Once again this year, the organization is reaffirming its
commitment to foundations and patients in the region.
« At UNI, we firmly believe in the power of solidarity. Supporting the Northern Star means supporting accessible, humane healthcare adapted to the needs of our communities. We
are proud to have been partners in this initiative since the very beginning. » adds Éric St-Pierre, Chief Executive Officer of UNI Financial Cooperation.
A campaign that directly benefits patients
The donations collected will support the acquisition of essential medical equipment, meeting the priorities of the hospitals supported by the nine foundations. These investments contribute directly to improving the quality and safety of care.
The campaign continues until December 31
The public is invited to continue this spirit of solidarity by purchasing a mini Northern Star tree at one of the participating points of sale. Each mini tree purchased supports the improvement of healthcare in our communities.
About the Northern Star
The Northern Star is an annual campaign coordinated by nine hospital foundations within the Vitalité Health Network. It aims to mobilize communities to support improvements in healthcare through the purchase of priority medical equipment. Since its beginning, the Northern Star has raised over $1.7 million, a remarkable contribution that has supported the purchase of numerous essential medical equipment in our hospitals.
For information:
(506)544-2370