cash draw

A Fort Frances man is the winner of February’s Riverside Health Care 50-50 cash draw.

Neal Webb takes home $13,290.

He has been a long-time lottery supporter for what it has done to improve healthcare services in the region.

“It will make such a big difference for the community,” states Webb in referring to Riverside’s plans for a new MRI at LaVerendrye General Hospital in Fort Frances.

“Especially for those who have to travel now for tests. It’s a good cause!”

Webb actually purchased his tickets for the March draw before accepting his winnings.

Riverside is drawing closer to its fundraising goal.

Funds raised from its cash lottery go directly to supporting the purchase of the MRI and upgraded digital X-ray units for LaVerendrye and Rainy River Health Centre.

Holly Kaemingh, Director of Fundraising, says support for the campaign continues to grow.

“Every month, we celebrate a winner, but we also celebrate what this community is accomplishing together, states Kaemingh in a release.

“We are so thankful for everyone who buys tickets, especially supporters like Neal who stop in, say hello, and remind us that this is about people. It’s about neighbours helping neighbours. It’s about strengthening care right here at home, for families today and for generations to come.”

Tickets for March’s draw are now on sale.