Thanks to the generous support of the community, the DTHR Foundation's Festival of Trees has become one of central Alberta's most successful fundraising events. Since its humble beginnings 15 years ago, the Festival of Trees has raised more than $5 million for health care enhancements around the region.

2007 was a milestone year for the Festival. For the very first time, the 5-day event surpassed $1 million. More than 22,000 attendees, 1,900 volunteers and 360 sponsors supported this landmark accomplishment. On behalf of the DTHR Foundation, I thank you for your generosity and for your commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the community.

Last year's Festival of Trees proceeds are being used to purchase point-of-care, electronic charting devices. By providing health care staff with up-to-the-minute patient information, the devices will enhance patient care and safety.

Planning is already well underway for the 2008 Festival of Trees and there area variety of sponsorship opportunities still available. Once again, thank you for your continuous support and we look forward to seeing your this November for another successful event.