Hospital holds AGM; names new board

LEAMINGTON — Erie Shores HealthCare’s Board of Directors was named at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held June 29, 2021.

The Board is comprised of community volunteers who dedicate their time to oversee hospital governance. Their work includes financial management and oversight, performance monitoring, risk identification and oversight, and strategic planning.

The 2021-2022 Board of Directors comprises Kristopher Taylor (Chair), Duffy Kniaziew (Vice-Chair), Dr. Maxwell Abraham, Pearl Davies, Jennifer Dawson, Brian Gray, Grant Maguire, Mike Makhlouf, Jim Stanski, Linda Tiessen, and Mike Wiens.

Despite the most challenging year in the history of the hospital, Erie Shores HealthCare reported a balanced budget in its Annual Report presented to the Board on June 29.

“We are very appreciative of the support we have received from the province,” said Kristin Kennedy, President and CEO of ESHC. “I also believe this outcome demonstrates the value and flexibility community hospitals provide to Ontario’s health care system. Everyone at Erie Shores should be proud of this achievement and how it positions us strongly to continue providing exemplary care moving forward in a post-pandemic recovery.”