Bennett’s Furniture and Mattresses’ “Benny” in support of the Campaign for PRHC

If you’ve been looking for a new cuddly friend and a meaningful way to give back, meet Benny the Peacock. This adorable plush toy is available at Bennett’s Furniture and Mattresses in Peterborough (105 Park St. South)!

Benny isn’t just irresistibly cute. He’s a fluffy, feathered friend with a purpose. For every Benny sold in Bennett’s showroom, $5 is donated to the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation, helping support the campaign to reimagine health and care across our region.

So, the next time you stop by Bennett’s, be sure to pick up your very own Benny. You’ll be taking home a delightful stuffed peacock and supporting patient care at PRHC.

Step into the spotlight at Peterborough’s Got Talent

Kawartha Home and Health Care Services Inc. presents the fourth annual PTBO’s Got Talent on February 21, 2026, at Showplace Performance Centre. This community event will bring together music, dance and incredible local talent with proceeds supporting the Peterborough Regional Health Centre through the PRHC Foundation.

Auditions

If you’ve ever dreamed of performing on stage, this could be your moment. The show is open to performers of all ages, with two categories to choose from: under 18 and 18-plus. There will be three winners in each group and every contestant will receive a special gift just for taking part. Think you’ve got what it takes? Send your audition video by email by December 31.

Tickets

For those cheering from the audience, tickets are just $30, with $25 from every ticket sold donated to the PRHC Foundation. By joining in this unforgettable night of local talent, you’re also supporting the $70 million Campaign for PRHC to bring state-of-the-art technology, lifesaving new services, innovative care, and top healthcare professionals to your regional hospital. PTBO’s Got Talent is a great way to celebrate our community while helping shape the future of healthcare in our region. Purchase your tickets here.

Another record-breaking year for Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival

On October 6, the PRHC Foundation welcomed members of the Peterborough’s Dragon Boat Festival Planning Committee, the Survivors Abreast Dragon Boat Team, Platinum Sponsor Kawartha Credit Union, paddlers, volunteers and supporters, to celebrate the Festival’s historic achievement: A record-breaking donation of $400,104.01 – the largest single gift in the Festival’s history!

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Hanoi House October Dumpling Drive

This October, warm your heart and fill your freezer during the Dumpling Drive at Hanoi House (Unit 4-1040 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough).

All month long, Hanoi House is selling their handmade pork and vegetable dumplings for $25 a bag. Whether you’re stocking up for cozy fall dinners or quick weekday meals, your dumpling cravings will help support regional healthcare. 50% of every sale will go directly to the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation.

Lace up for Blades of Bravery

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Mom Victoria Wasson, dad Stephen Moloney, brother Wyatt and sister Harper – who recently donated $5,309.80 to the PRHC Foundation from an earlier fundraiser – are inviting the community to lace up their skates to support the smallest and bravest cancer warriors among us.

Wyatt was just eight months old when he was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma. Throughout every treatment and hospital stay, he received expert, compassionate care at PRHC. His family is passionate about giving back by supporting pediatric cancer care at the Health Centre. This month it’s through Blades of Bravery, a special family-friendly open skate.

  • When: September 20, 2025, 1-2pm
  • Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre
  • Admission: By donation

Come and enjoy hot chocolate, sweet treats, and the warmth of a community united for a meaningful cause. Please sport your yellow or gold to show your support for childhood cancer awareness.

Golfing “fore!” PRHC

The PRHC Foundation is pleased to have been chosen as the beneficiary of the second annual Peterborough Mayoral Invitational Charity Golf Tournament, sponsored by Cogeco. This year the tournament will take place Monday, September 8 at Kawartha Golf Club. All proceeds will support the Campaign for PRHC and our commitment to reimagine health and care for patients from across our region. Thank you to the Mayor, tournament organizers and sponsors, Kawartha Golf Club, and all the golfers for your support.

  • Date: Monday, September 8, 2025
  • Location: Kawartha Golf Club – 777 Clonsilla Ave. Peterborough ON K9J 6Z6
  • Registration & Lunch: 11am
  • Call to Carts & Opening Remarks: 12:30pm
  • Shotgun Start: 1pm

To register, learn more or for sponsorship details, please visit the tournament’s website.

Limited edition Lakers sunglasses in support of PRHC

As part of the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers’ partnership with the PRHC Foundation for the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse season, the Lakers are selling limited edition sunglasses with all proceeds in support of the Campaign for PRHC. 

The Campaign for PRHC publicly launched in 2024 with $52.9 million raised to date. The goal is to help PRHC invest in state-of-the-art technology, bring new lifesaving services to our region, fuel innovation, and attract the best and brightest healthcare professionals. The Lakers are enthusiastic campaign ambassadors. “The Lakers are all about community, and it doesn’t get more ‘community’ than supporting the doctors, nurses and staff at our regional hospital,” says Lakers board member Len Powers. “PRHC is where our families turn in moments of greatest need and the Lakers are excited to rally around the Campaign for PRHC and support our regional hospital.”

Players, staff and board members have been seen sporting their own shiny red shades this season and now fans can get their own pair for $10 from the Petes Store at the Peterborough Memorial Centre or the PRHC Foundation Gift Shop inside PRHC. Let’s go Lakers!

Peterborough Century 21 Lakers PRHC Family Night

The Lakers are hosting a special PRHC Family Night on Thursday, June 26, when they welcome the Cobourg Kodiaks.
PRHC staff will receive a promo code to purchase tickets at a discounted price. The Lakeshow will wear special Canada Day themed jerseys for the game and these sweaters will be auctioned off after the match in support of the Campaign for PRHC.

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