Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation welcomes Abraflex as the returning Paisley Rest Stop Host

Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce that Abraflex has once again joined the Gran Fondo Lake Huron team as the host of the Paisley Rest Stop!  Cyclists on the 70k, 110k, and 160k routes will be thrilled to be welcomed to the Paisley Annex for a lovely rest stop hosted by Abraflex. This stop has become known as the “Butter-tart stop” as cyclists last year were amazed to arrive for a break and find fresh butter-tarts waiting for them.

Abraflex is a manufacturer of Personal Protective Equipment to the nuclear power generation industry. Abraflex has evolved over the years as the times and needs for industrial solutions have changed.

As of 2017 Abraflex set up their full-time operations in Paisley, Ontario and supply the need for Personal Protective Equipment in the Nuclear Power Generation Industry, as well as the manufacture of Specialized Products including Piping, Gaskets, Wear Resistance and Rubber Lining, Material Handling services and Decontamination Services. They currently supply the Mark-III-B Protection Suit and Radiation and Contamination Protection Shields, Curtains, and Tents.

Abraflex as a company has a focus on their own safety as well as the safety of their customers without exception.

Owner of Abraflex, Desiree Norwegian states “Working and living in our amazing community of Paisley, in Bruce County, the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation is an essential partner not only for our company but also our community.  The work that the Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation has already accomplished for our community is astonishing and we are very excited to be a part of the Gran Fondo once again this year.”

For further information, please contact:

Tracy Murray, Saugeen Memorial Hospital Foundation 519-797-3230, ext. 3230 tmurray@gbhs.on.ca

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Desiree Norwegian, Owner/Treasurer, Abraflex (2004) Ltd. 519-709-3557

Why Ride?

This year, funds raised through Gran Fondo Lake Huron will strengthen healthcare in our region by enhancing regional stroke care and supporting essential equipment upgrades at Brightshores Southampton Hospital. Every dollar raised helps ensure our healthcare teams have the tools they need to provide high-quality, lifesaving care to our community and visitors.

When a stroke occurs, every second counts. Access to advanced imaging technology and rapid intervention tools can mean the difference between recovery and lifelong disability. Saugeen Shores residents rely on our designated stroke center in Owen Sound for urgent stroke care. Funds raised will help equip the center with essential upgrades to improve diagnosis and treatment, ensuring faster, more effective care for patients throughout our region.

Funds raised will also help upgrade vital equipment at Brightshores Southampton Hospital, ensuring our healthcare teams can provide exceptional care close to home. This year’s funding will replace essential tools like crash carts, keeping staff prepared for urgent situations. Investing in modern equipment enhances patient care, improves efficiency, and supports our hospital in meeting the community’s growing healthcare needs.

Your participation in Gran Fondo Lake Huron directly strengthens local healthcare. Whether you ride, volunteer, or donate, you are helping provide the vital resources that keep our hospital at its best, ensuring lifesaving care for our community today and for generations to come.