The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Radiothon starts today, Tuesday Nov. 5, and continues through Wednesday, Nov. 6, raising money for cardiac and respiratory care at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital in Saskatoon.

This 22nd edition of the radiothon, presented by CIBC Wood Gundy, features donation matching by major sponsors Gord and Barb Broda. The Brodas will match donations up to $150,000.

Last year, the radiothon raised a record-breaking $1,158,113. Over the years, the radiothon has raised more than $16.41 million.

The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH) is Saskatchewan’s state-of-the-art centre for acute medical care for kids

The annual JPCH radiothon is a big part of making sure the hospital has the cutting-edge equipment it needs. In 2023, there were 1,081 NICU admissions and 225 NICU Transports to JPCH.

Tuesday and Wednesday from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., donors can call 1-888-808-KIDS (5437) or go online to donate and to learn more about the equipment you’re helping to purchase.