The 19th annual Black Bears charity hockey tournament raised a total of $72,000 for local healthcare, with $28,500 donated to support the Pembroke Regional Hospital (PRH) Foundation. The event, held at the Petawawa Civic Centre, brings together local sports fans and athletes to help fund medical care for families throughout the Ottawa Valley.
Official information released by the Pembroke Regional Hospital on March 5, 2026, confirmed the donation to the foundation will support hospital programs and services. In addition to the contribution to PRH, the tournament also provided an equal $28,500 donation to the Deep River and District Hospital Foundation, with remaining funds supporting other community initiatives. These funds are typically used to buy new medical equipment and improve patient care programs that are not fully covered by other budgets.
The tournament has become a regular way for residents across the region to support their local healthcare system. By using local sports to raise money, the event helps ensure that communities have access to updated hospital tools and better infrastructure.
