Together, We Brought MRI Services to Estevan
Together We Did
What once felt like an ambitious dream is now a reality.
Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of our community, the MRI for Estevan campaign reached its $6.5 million fundraising goal in just a year and a half. More than 1,200 donors came together to help bring MRI services to St. Joseph’s Hospital and improve access to diagnostic care for patients across Estevan and Southeast Saskatchewan.
This achievement belongs to our entire community.
We extend our deepest gratitude to Elaine Walkom, whose transformational $2 million gift helped launch the campaign and inspired others to believe that together, we could make this possible.
We also thank the rural municipalities, municipalities and community leaders throughout Southeast Saskatchewan who recognized the importance of this project and collectively contributed more than $1.5 million toward bringing MRI services closer to home.
To every individual, family, business, organization, service club, healthcare worker, volunteer and campaign supporter who donated, hosted an event, shared our message or encouraged others to get involved, thank you.
Every donation mattered. Every conversation helped. Every act of generosity brought us one step closer.
Together We Can became Together We Will.
Now, proudly, Together We Did.
Celebrating the Opening of Estevan’s New MRI
Thursday, July 30, 2026
St. Joseph’s Hospital, Estevan
The St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation invites our community to join us for a full day of celebration as we officially open the new MRI at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
This milestone would not have been possible without the incredible support of Southeast Saskatchewan. July 30 is our opportunity to celebrate what we accomplished together and to thank the people who made it possible.
Community Come and Go Tea
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for coffee, tea and refreshments as we celebrate this historic healthcare milestone.
This come and go event is an opportunity to reconnect with friends, learn more about the new MRI and recognize the many longtime supporters, volunteers and community organizations that have helped strengthen healthcare at St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Everyone is welcome.
Community MRI Celebration
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Outside St. Joseph’s Hospital
Bring the entire family and celebrate with us.
The afternoon will include:
- A free community barbecue served by CUPE
- Bouncy castles
- Mascot appearances
This celebration is our way of saying thank you to the entire community for believing in this project and helping make it a reality.