Born and raised in Hepworth, Bill Walker knows a little about health care in Grey Bruce. As Executive Director of Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation from 2000 to 2006, he helped lead a $3-million fundraising campaign for Lion’s Head and Wiarton Hospitals. During his tenure as MPP for Bruce-Grey-Owen Sound from 2011 to 2022, he advocated passionately for hospitals and rural healthcare.

Bill and his wife Michaela have two sons, who also both reside in the area with their partners. They are now back in Hepworth and enjoying being close to their new grandchild

“Michaela and I have included gifts in our wills for the hospitals on the Peninsula and Owen Sound”, says Bill.

“Our dream is that our children and grandchildren will enjoy good care close to home—whenever they need it—just as we have over the years.”

Having family close by has only strengthened their commitment to healthcare in our community.  “Michaela and I have included gifts in our wills for the hospitals on the Peninsula and Owen Sound”, says Bill. “These gifts are to be added to the Foundations’ endowments and invested.” The income earned each year will help purchase equipment and improve facilities—so Bill and Michaela’s support can continue well into the future. “Our dream is that our children and grandchildren will enjoy good care close to home—whenever they need it—just as we have over the years,” Bill added.

Learn more about how you could support the future of your hospital by including a gift for Brightshores Owen Sound Foundation in your will, visit our legacy giving page or call us at (519) 372-3925.